If you have to go to Firenze and stay for a while .. the best place ever to stay is the apartment of Pamela !! We went there for the marathon at the end of November with my husband and two daughters and really I couldn't dream of a better place !! It is very well located on the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of Firenze and very practical for us .. at the start and the finish line of the marathon. The apartment is spacefull and very pretty .. You find everything you need. Exceptional is the rooftop to see the Santa Maria del Fiore so close !! Pamela is a very communicative host and she was so friendly to welcome us and give us good advice for visiting the city and where to eat .. Better than a hotel .. you will feel like "home" !! Thanks again Pamela !!