Coco Places Firenze, Centro Storico

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Coco Places Firenze? It’s actually tucked away on Via Faenza in this perfect sweet spot where you get the authentic Florence vibe without being right in the tourist chaos. I mean, you’re still in Centro Storico – literally a five-minute walk from the Duomo – but the street itself has that lived-in feeling where you’ll see locals heading to the corner bar for their morning espresso.

The place has this boutique hotel thing down really well, honestly. It’s got that 4-star polish without feeling stuffy or trying too hard. The rooms are what I’d call thoughtfully designed – not huge (this is Florence, after all), but everything feels intentional. The beds are actually comfortable, which isn’t always a given in Italian hotels, and the bathrooms are modern without losing that sense of place. What really got me was the attention to details that matter when you’re travel-tired: proper lighting for reading, decent water pressure, and – thank god – air conditioning that actually works during those sweltering August nights.

The staff here genuinely know their stuff about the neighborhood. When I asked about avoiding the crowds at the Accademia, they didn’t just hand me a generic tourist map – they told me about the back streets that connect to Via Ricasoli and mentioned the exact times when the tour groups thin out. That kind of local insight is gold when you’re trying to experience Florence like someone who actually lives here, not just rushing through the greatest hits. The breakfast spread is solid too, with proper Italian pastries and coffee that doesn’t taste like it’s been sitting around for hours. I actually found myself lingering there most mornings, watching the street wake up through the windows.

Here’s the thing about the location that really matters – you’re close enough to walk everywhere you care about, but far enough from the Ponte Vecchio madness that you can actually breathe. The Santa Maria Novella train station is maybe a 10-minute walk, which is clutch if you’re doing day trips to Siena or Pisa. And honestly, Via Faenza itself has some gems – there’s this little trattoria two doors down that the hotel folks recommended, and it turned out to be one of those places where the menu is handwritten and the owner’s mom is actually in the kitchen.

The 9-star rating makes sense when you factor in how the whole experience just flows smoothly. Check-in was painless, the room was ready early, and when I needed restaurant recommendations for a specific dietary restriction, they came back with three solid options within walking distance. It’s not flashy or Instagram-perfect, but it’s the kind of place where you settle in and think, “Yeah, I could actually live in Florence for a week.” Which, let’s be honest, is exactly what you want when you’re trying to soak up a city like this one.

Rooms

• Apartment with Terrace with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Terrace with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Terrace with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Garden View with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Garden View with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children

Reviews

• Karen from Philippines (9/10)

  Central location, but feels very safe and secure. Comfortable for a family of 4. Host is very responsive

• Saboo from India (9/10)

  Location was great. Very close to the train station/ bus stops and the main Duomo area.
  Clean.. well equipped.. the host was very patient and helped us with whatever little questions we had regarding the property and the whereabouts.

• Ralph from Switzerland (9/10)

  Great Location in the middle of city, quiet zone and only 5 min Walk from Train station.

• Munir from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

  Location and the staff

• Veronica from United States (9/10)

  My husband and I absolutely loved our stay here! Laundry services available on site for a few euro, bed was super comfy, place is within walking distance of everything, and we had our own privacy. Azadeh was very informative and gave us many suggestions for places to eat and visit. We even extended our stay! We would definitely come back again!

• Rania from Australia (9/10)

  Location was great and the apartment was very clean and comfortable.

• O'donohue from Australia (8/10)

  Great location close to cafes and small supermarkets and walking distance to all the major tourist sites. Very secure premises. Comfortable bed. Washing machine and dryers available in a shared laundry for a small price. Microwave and large fridge in kitchen.

• Catrina from Australia (9/10)

  Quiet secure location, close to everything including train station, views out to garden were lovely,we were welcomed at the entrance by Esther who settled us in, onsite coin operated washing machine and drier.

• Linda from Australia (9/10)

  Our host was absolutely fantastic so helpful and friendly and informative , the best we have come across
  Apartment was fabulous in a really good location

• Christine from Australia (9/10)

  Fantastic location.
  Extremely attentive host.
  Spacious and quiet unit with great amenities.

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