AU JARDIN DE FLORENCE, Florence

The guest house is in a tranquil neighbourhood with bus stops right outside for routes to Stazione Santa Maria Novella and Piazza della Signoria. Strozzi Palace is a 17-minute walk away, and the Uffizi Gallery and Santa Maria Novella are about 1.5-2 km on foot. Despite being on a main road, the interior rooms are very quiet. Several restaurants, bars, and a Japanese restaurant are within a 5-10-minute walk, making it easy to eat out without going into the tourist centre.

Each double room offers air conditioning, a private bathroom with bath or shower, free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and a tea-and-coffee maker. Rooms feature either a quiet street view or a balcony with garden views - the garden-facing rooms are particularly popular for their fresh air and birdsong. All bedrooms have their own bathroom, a practical arrangement for groups. The property is on the first floor with only a few stairs, and the living room can be converted into a double room when six guests stay, giving all three rooms a private bathroom.

The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and includes a coffee machine, refrigerator, and all essentials for a short stay. Many guests enjoy preparing breakfast and eating in the garden or on the patio. There is no restaurant on site, but several local eateries are within a 5-10-minute walk, including Trattoria Pandemonio di Casa Brogi and Ristorante Giapponese Yagura.

The garden is a highlight of the property: it is large, well-maintained, and equipped with tables and chairs for relaxing or dining alfresco after a day of sightseeing. The garden is accessible from the kitchen and some rooms, providing a quiet retreat from the city. There are no spa or pool facilities, but the garden serves as a peaceful break.

The property offers a speedy free Wi-Fi connection (357 Mbps) suitable for 4K streaming and video calls. Private check-in and check-out are provided, and guests can store luggage before check-in or after check-out. The host is responsive on WhatsApp and is available for local tips. Housekeeping is thorough, and the rooms are kept clean. Smoking is not permitted indoors, and the building has fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.