I cannot express enough what a wonderful, gracious and welcoming host Mariangela is. First, the Bright Red Suite was exactly as it appeared in the photos and description, bright and sunny with very comfortable and lovely furnishings, on a busy but charming square right outside the Medici Chapel. It is perfectly located in the heart of Florence, and we were able to easily walk absolutely everywhere we wanted to go.

While the suite is on an upper floor, the apartment building is lovely and the stairs are wide and easily climbed. Although the square itself is busy, the apartment windows face the side street and we found it to be unexpectedly and happily quiet at night. Both bedrooms were quite comfortable, with ample bedding and nice features such as desks and plenty of closet space and extra blankets. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the washing machine was easy to use.

In addition, Mariangela was a gracious, lovely and attentive host. She responded quickly when we had questions about the apartment during our stay, and went above and beyond to assist us when we unexpectedly had to rearrange our travel plans due to the terrorist attack in Brussels, which was supposed to be our next stop. We were incredibly grateful for her kindness and help.

I cannot recommend the Bright Red Suite or Mariangela as a host enough -- this is the perfect place to stay when visiting Florence!