This place is very spacious and bright. It’s in a great location. A bit noisy at times with the scooters and motorcycles but you can’t get away from that anywhere in the city.
Bring your own shampoo, soap, etc as it is not provided. The bathrooms towels are nice and big and fluffy. The bed was extremely comfortable.
At the time we stayed the cooktop didn’t work but we used the oven instead. The A/C unit is pretty bad and we actually found that not using it and opening the windows was better. Because you are on an upper floor, there is usually a wonderful cross breeze.
Berny has a guidebook with all sorts of suggestions and ideas for food, transportation and attractions which was helpful. The place is located near the Central Market which is a must see!!
The Firenzecard was a bit confusing. Unlike some other pass cards, you have to get physical tickets to most places...you can’t just show them your digital card and enter. You MUST make a reservation in advance for the Duomo if you want to get in. We did not and the next available was 4 days after we were planning on leaving. Fortunately there are tourism companies around the piazza that you can pay money and they will get you right in. If you make a reservation ahead of time, it’s free. We payed $50 for 2 people.
The bus system was good but we found walking to be easy and most things were close enough. With the Firenzecard, you can just hop on any bus. No need to pay or show the driver anything.
We loved our stay at Berny’s and would definitely stay here again! Berny was kind, communicative and quick to respond.