Amazing stay at “Mike’s Apartment” hosted by Giovanni & Cosimo. If you are arriving by train, the walk is short and easy to follow to the apartment even with luggage. I would skip the taxi. Upon arriving, Cosimo was there to greet us and reviewed a map of Florence to help point out must sees. The homemade jam and cookies that were left for us were amazing. Although in the heart of the city(perfect location to get everywhere) the apartment is very quiet. We heard no outside noise so slept very well. We took advantage of the laundry- the drying board provided was a great help too. The area felt safe no matter time of day and there were multiple auto-lock doors to get to the apartment which added to the safety. I would highly recommend staying here to anyone traveling to Florence.