Exactly what I was looking for––a simple, clean, budget place with a central location! Martina was very welcoming when I checked in, and for the price, I was able to stay a week in Florence, a dream! You have a private studio apartment (admittedly, as a spoiled American, I had to get used to the bathroom situation, but eventually came up with a good system :) right next to their lovely abode, so they are there if you need any help, but also very private. The place is *literally* across the narrow, pedestrian-only street from Michelangelo's David, so there is always a steady stream of tourists in line, but it made my stay more interesting. You can see all kinds of people visiting the city. If you leave the large windows open, you can listen to the sounds of the street, but I kept the windows closed with the A/C on, mostly because mosquitos love me, and Italian mosquitos really love me––and it was really quiet. Very comfortable bed as other reviewers have noted. I'm grateful Martina's family keeps the price so affordable for solo female travelers like me. Only a 5-minute walk to Duomo, and lots of cute cafes and good eating options, Italian and other ethnic cuisine. I would definitely stay here again, and would recommend! xoxo