Context: stayed at Giuliano’s for three nights on my multi-destination trip around Italy
Location: This is definitely the highlight of the location. Located extremely close to Duomo Plaza (where the beautiful Santa Maria Cathedral is located), the apartment is central to all the main sights. Everything there is to do and see in Florence (Ponte Vecchio, New Market, Piazzale Michelangelo, Uffizi Gallery, Boboli Garden, etc) is more or less within a 20-minute walking distance. It is also a 20-minute walk to/from the Santa Maria Firenze train station.
Place: The rooms/space is smaller than expected but comfortable for two people on a 3-night stay. A major plus is that the apartment gets a lot of natural light. The room was equipped with towels, pillows, extra blankets, mosquito repellant, a fan (more than enough to cool off the Italian summer heat) and lots of outlets. I particularly appreciated the tea, coffee, biscuits and jam that were kindly provided! The kitchen is well equipped with a gas stove, cooking utensils, fridge space and a small dining/seating area (which also doubled as a good workspace). Again, lots of natural light. We also got to use the washing machine which we greatly appreciated given the astronomical prices to use the laundromat in the places that we’ve seen. The bathroom is clean and has good hot water. Finally, the wifi is incredibly fast and reliable! One thing about the apartment is that it is up some flights of stairs with no elevator access.
Host: Giuliano was incredibly helpful and responsive. He even accommodated our travel schedule and allowed us to check-in early. Upon arrival, he greeted us at the door, showed us around the place and made us feel right at home.
Summary: What it lacks in size and stairs, this Airbnb makes up in its clean brightly lit spaces that are well equipped and at an absolutely unbeatable location. Would definitely recommend!
Thank you for hosting us Giuliano.