THE SMART CHOICE APARTMENTS, Florence

The apartment is located in a peaceful neighbourhood about 15-20 minutes on foot from Florence's historic centre. The T2 tram stop is nearby, connecting the apartment to Florence Santa Maria Novella station (4 stops) and Peretola Airport in around 20 minutes. A bus stop is also right next door. The Accademia Gallery and San Marco Church are less than 1 km away, while the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria are within a comfortable walk. The area has a large supermarket (Esselunga) 200-300 metres away, plus bakeries, coffee shops, takeaways and a pharmacy within metres. Paid street parking (€2/hour, blue lines, 08:00-20:00) and secure covered parking (€15/day, 5-minute walk) are available.

The apartment consists of one separate bedroom, a living room, and a bathroom with shower and bidet. It is described as spacious for two people and very clean. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, kettle, and cooking utensils - including salt, sugar, flour and oil left by the owner. The bathroom includes a washing machine. Air conditioning units are present in both the living area and bedroom, effective even in 36°C heat. The apartment overlooks the street but is described as quiet, with road-facing rooms still being peaceful. A flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and ironing facilities are provided. The apartment uses self check-in via a key box, and luggage storage is available after check-out.

Dining centres around self-catering in the well-stocked kitchen. A large supermarket (Esselunga) is only 200-300 metres away, selling fresh produce and prepared meals. A bakery is directly opposite the apartment for breakfast pastries and bread. Within a 300-metre walk there are coffee shops (Pasticceria Minni, Chapeau Bar), takeaway options (Antica Trattoria da Tito, Stickhouse Firenze, Rosticceria Cinese Il Panda) and bars (Alfredo, Giurovich). For a sit-down restaurant, Antica Trattoria da Tito is 1 km away. The property does not offer its own restaurant or breakfast service.