Appartamento Cittadella 39

Appartamento Cittadella 39 Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Appartamento Cittadella 39, you immediately get that feeling you’re staying somewhere locals actually live — and I mean that in the best way possible. This four-star property sits right on Via Cittadella in the Santa Maria Novella district, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The building has that authentic Florentine charm without trying too hard, you know? It’s not flashy, but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the entrance that made me feel like I’d made a smart choice.

The Santa Maria Novella Advantage

Here’s what I love about this area — you’re close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the tourist chaos to actually breathe. The train station is literally a few minutes away (perfect if you’re doing day trips to other Tuscan towns), and you can walk to the Duomo in about ten minutes. But what really sold me was discovering the local markets and cafes that tourists rarely find. There’s this little alimentari around the corner where I grabbed the best prosciutto sandwich, and the morning coffee ritual at the nearby bar became my daily routine.

The Space Itself

The apartment setup is what makes this place special — it’s not your typical hotel room experience. You get a proper living space with a kitchen that’s actually functional (I made pasta one night, because when in Florence, right?). The furnishings feel thoughtfully chosen rather than bulk-ordered from some hotel catalog. Everything’s clean and well-maintained, though I’ll be honest — it’s more about comfort and authenticity than Instagram-worthy indulgence. The bathroom’s modern enough, and the bed was genuinely comfortable after long days of walking on cobblestones.

Practical Perks

What I didn’t expect was how much I’d appreciate having that kitchen space. Being able to grab fresh ingredients from the Sant’Ambrogio market and prepare a simple breakfast saved money and gave me a more local experience. The Wi-Fi worked perfectly for the times I needed to check maps or make dinner reservations. Parking can be tricky in this part of Florence — honestly, I’d recommend just using public transport or walking everywhere. The apartment’s position means you’re well-connected to bus lines if you need them, though I rarely did.

Why Guests Love It

The 8.5 rating makes sense once you’ve stayed here — it’s that sweet spot between authentic local living and tourist-friendly amenities. Couples seem to really appreciate the intimate, residential feel (I can see why it gets high marks for romantic trips), and the excellent location score of 8.8 isn’t just marketing speak. You’re genuinely in one of Florence’s most livable neighborhoods. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it delivers exactly what you want: a comfortable, well-located base that feels more like borrowing a friend’s apartment than staying in a generic hotel.

Appartamento Cittadella 39 Accommodations

Reviews of Appartamento Cittadella 39

• Nadia from Italy (9/10)

  It is a huge 9-beds flat, located on the top floor. Each room was very comfortable. It has 2 bathrooms. We were provided with clean sheet beds, covers, pillows, towels. All good!
  
  Note: there is a good parking garage close to the flat (Garage Porte Nuove Parking Firenze) something like 7-10min walk.

• Syamimi from Malaysia (9/10)

  The owner is super great with us. The location is great! Only a few minutes walk from the tram pitstop point which is so convenient. Clean and super big house. Love it!

• Tay from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Great location. Rooms were clean with fresh bed covers and towels. Kitchen well equipped with all equipment. Big sized bedrooms.

• Liana from Estonia (9/10)

  The apartment is fantastic and well-equipped with everything we needed. Caterina provided amazing assistance, promptly addressing all our questions and even helping us with unexpected late arrival and car parking. The apartment's location is very convenient, with the city center just a 15-minute walk away. We're extremely grateful for her help!

• Suzanne from Australia (8/10)

  We booked the apartment because we had a room eavh and a LIFT. The owner's rep met us and took oir bags up to 4th floor and us one by one in small lift.

• Kristin from Australia (7/10)

  Very spacious with many bedrooms and a nice outdoor area. Close to the train station.

• Mary from New Zealand (8/10)

  The outside area is fantastic, really big with loads of space for entertaining.
  Beds really comfortable.
  Location was good, Tram just round the corner or 15mins walk to the centre.

• Joanne from Australia (8/10)

  The apartment is large but there is no lounge room. The apartment was clean and in an easy location. Short walk or tram to main station. 20 minutes walk to the town. There are no restaurants or cafes close by.

• Martin from United States (9/10)

  Very close to the train station and public transportation.

• Patricia from United Kingdom (9/10)

  We had loads of travel dramas getting to Florence due to bad weather and Caterina was super accommodating.
  
  The apartment was perfect for us.

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