COCO PLACES APARTMENTS SANTA MARIA NOVELLA, CENTRO STORICO, Florence

This central Florence base puts you a short walk from Santa Maria Novella church (700m), Palazzo Vecchio, the Accademia Gallery, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. The Fortezza da Basso Convention Center is a 13-minute walk away. Florence Airport (FLR) is 5km from the property. The historic centre, major sights, and dozens of restaurants are all within a 10- to 15-minute walk, while buses and trams stop very close by - ideal for day trips to Pisa, Venice, or Tuscany. Private parking is available on-site and outside the ZTL, making car access straightforward.

The property offers several apartment types. The apartment with terrace (ground floor, 40sqm) has one double bed, one single bed, and a sofa bed, plus a private patio. The loft apartment (second floor, 70sqm, open-plan) sleeps up to 6 with 4 double beds, two bathrooms, and a large balcony - the loft also includes a washing machine. All units feature private bathrooms with shower and bidet, soundproof walls, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and a fully equipped kitchen with stove, fridge, dishwasher, and coffee machine. Road-facing apartments have soundproofing and are quiet with windows closed, making them suitable for light sleepers. There is no lift, and some units require climbing stairs. The overall feel is modern, very clean, and spacious, with comfortable beds and good air conditioning.

Dining is self-catering in the apartment's well-equipped kitchen (stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge) or at the many nearby eateries. Within 500m you'll find Italian trattorias, pizzerias, an Indian restaurant, a wine bar, and a self-service pizzeria. For a quick coffee or breakfast items, Bar Arcobaleno and Le Sorelline Wine Bar Caffè are just a few minutes away. The property is also close to several supermarkets for stocking the kitchen.

The apartments do not have a pool, spa, gym, or other leisure amenities. However, the compact flats are ideal for guests whose focus is exploring Florence on foot. The location gives easy access to the city's main attractions, parks, and the river Arno for walks.

The property provides free Wi-Fi throughout - noted as having a good, reliable connection suitable for remote work. A table is available for working in all apartments (the terrace apartment has a big table in the living room and a small desk in the bedroom; the loft has a large table in the open living area). On-site private parking costs €20 per night and must be booked in advance - the garage can accommodate standard cars and SUVs (max height 2.0m). Luggage storage is available both before check-in and after check-out, which is particularly useful for late departures. The reception team provides personal service, meeting guests on arrival, and can offer maps and tailored local recommendations. Bicycle storage is also possible. Cots are available on request. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Maestro, CartaSi, and MasterCard.