Truly incredible location! From the windows of the back room, you can literally see the Loggia and Piazza della Signora. The apartment is on the same block as the Uffizi and a short walk from most of the sights of Florence. We didn’t have to walk far to find cafes and restaurants but it was also walkable to most other places that might be on your list.
The apartment was actually more spacious than we anticipated and was clean. The decor is like a journey back in time and definitely a fun touch. We also found that the apartment is very quiet with all of the windows closed despite the night life right downstairs.
We booked our reservation before any reviews had been posted, so we definitely took a chance. This is also why we are leaving a detailed review.
AC: The air conditioning was not very effective. The largest front room/bedroom stayed at about 78F even though it was set at the lowest temperature. We assembled a fan (a little frustrating) that was in the apartment and set it up in the second sleeping space which made it just bearable.
“Washing Machine”: We were also looking forward to washing our clothing at this stop halfway through our trip so the small portable machine was a big disappointment. Instead of conveniently throwing some items to wash and going about our day, we wasted a good chunk of an afternoon figuring out how to use the machine (directions were minimal and unclear in the manual). Several loads were required because it is so small and we had to manually fill the machine each time. Laundry detergent was also nowhere to be found so we bought it ourselves.
Walk up: Additionally, the apartment is on the top floor of the building which means the ceilings and views are great but it isn’t very accessible if stairs are a challenge for you.
All in all, the location and decor made the Lullaby worth the price. We would recommend booking in cooler months and don’t rely on this booking for a washing machine!
Alana and John