I can’t say enough good things about this apartment in Florence. For our group we wanted to stay away from the main sites and in a local neighborhood. The Oltrarno area is the perfect location for this. Easy walking distance to all the sites, but away from the crowds. Great restaurants and shops in the area as well.
To begin, the check in process is very easy and allows for multiple guest to have access to the apartment. Many European rentals have old keys and typically don’t have extras available. Each of us could come and go as we pleased and the building is secured by 2 locked doors before getting to each apartment.
We stayed in the Portrait unit and it was just as pictured on their site. The unit was spotless. The water pressure in the shower was amazing and the large bathtub in the main bedroom on the first floor was wonderful after long days of walking in the city. The extra half bath with the laundry area was a welcome bonus. The kitchen had essentials necessary for preparing a meal, but honestly we didn’t really cook in the apartment as there are many wonderful food choices. If I have the opportunity to return to Florence I will not hesitate to book an apartment in this building again.
If you have the opportunity to stay in the area I also recommend the pizza place across the street, Berbere. We ate there a couple of times for convenience and great food. Don’t forget to try some of the best gelato you will ever eat at Sbrino Gelato Shop and wonderful pastries from S forno which are both a quick walk from the apartment.
The hotel which manages the apartment can also arrange transportion to and/or from the airport. If you are visiting Florence don’t hesitate to book an apartment in this building.