Il Valentino Luxury Houses

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Florence, and Il Valentino Luxury Houses on Via Cavour is one of those spots that actually lives up to its name – which honestly surprised me a bit. You know how “luxury” gets thrown around everywhere these days. But walking into this place, there’s something immediately different about it. The building itself has that solid Florentine elegance you can’t fake, and they’ve done this clever thing where it feels like upscale apartments rather than hotel rooms. I mean, you get actual living spaces with kitchenettes and separate areas to spread out, which is pretty rare in the historic center. The staff genuinely knows their stuff too – not just the rehearsed tourist spiel, but real recommendations about which trattoria has the best ribollita and when to hit the Oltrarno markets.

What really sold me on this place is the location situation. Via Cavour is one of those streets that runs right through the heart of things without being touristy-chaotic, if that makes sense. You’re literally a three-minute walk from the Duomo – I timed it because I’m weird like that – but you’re not dealing with the constant crowds and street performers outside your window. The Accademia (where Michelangelo’s David lives) is right around the corner, and here’s something most people don’t realize: you can actually walk to both the main train station and the Arno river in about ten minutes from here. Plus, there’s this little alimentari next door where the owner, Maria, makes these incredible panini if you want to grab breakfast and eat it in the nearby Giardino dei Semplici – which is this hidden botanical garden that most tourists completely miss.

The rooms themselves are spacious by European standards, and they’ve got this modern-meets-Renaissance thing going on that could’ve been cheesy but somehow works. Air conditioning that actually functions (crucial in summer), good water pressure, and – this is key – proper blackout curtains because those church bells start early. I stayed during peak season in July and yeah, it’s pricier then, but honestly worth it when you consider you’re getting apartment-style space in one of the best neighborhoods in the city. The 9.2 rating isn’t just hype – it’s what happens when a place pays attention to details like having enough outlets near the bed and providing actual coffee (not just instant) in the kitchen area. If you’re planning to stay more than a couple nights and want to feel like you’re living in Florence rather than just passing through, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $250. Loft with 1 large double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $550. Five-Bedroom House with Terrace with 2 × 2 single beds, 1 double bed, 2 × 1 single bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Best Airbnb I’ve stayed in in Italy. Every bedroom had a bathroom, beds were comfy and the decor was beautiful. Laura wa – Candice from United States – 6 July 2025 (10/10)

  Everything! The smell was heavenly.
  
  What could be improved: Loved everything

• Superb – Randolph from United States – 30 June 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was great! The apartment was modern, spacious, clean, beautiful, and had a good location.

• Exceptional – Sullivan from United States – 11 June 2025 (10/10)

  Max was wonderfully helpful and generous. Property was in a great location and on the first floor for our family of 4. Air conditioning and washer and dryer were key. Great suggestions for restaurants as well. It was a wonderful surprise to have a wine fridge for 10€ per bottle. So convenient!

• This was a wonderful experience! – Michael from United States – 6 June 2025 (10/10)

  We love the location and how easy it was to reach the manager. The apartment is beautiful, spacious and clean. They did everything possible to help us feel welcome and we truly enjoy our stay there!
  
  What could be improved: It is not possible to have a car because of the strict city zoning rules. Only commercial vehicles and taxis can drive through the street.

• Great Holiday in Florence! – Shaun from Australia – 20 May 2025 (9/10)

  Location was great. 1km walk to the shopping precinct. 1.5km to the train station. Very clean and comfortable. Simon was a great host available on site for all requests. Tram right out the front and bus 6B at the San Marco Piazza, 500m away which goes to the train station and shopping. Both the tram and buses are 1.70 euro valid for 90mins. You can buy tickets at all stops. Very easy to get around. Great Holiday!

• Exceptional – Athanasios from Greece – 13 May 2025 (10/10)

  Really highly recommended.
  Very good location. huge accommodation, very hospitable, modern, comfortable with all amenities. 3 families, 11 people, very comfortable.

• Had a great stay for our family’s visit to Florence, would recommend. – Caleb from United States – 6 May 2025 (9/10)

  Quiet neighborhood, near public transit, easily walkable to many sights and restaurants.
  
  What could be improved: Minor-some of the pots/pans in the kitchen could use replacement.

• Exceptional – Galia from Israel – 5 February 2025 (10/10)

  Location, location, location simply excellent, spacious apartment equipped with lots of utensils, suitable for a large group, great.
  One drawback is that there are 2 rooms that are right above a pub and very noisy at night. Need to think about additional insulation in these rooms, other than that everything was great, excellent value

• Beautiful apartment. Clean and luxurious. Wonderful staff – Miriam from Canada – 7 January 2025 (9/10)

  Beautiful. Very clean. The staff was very polite. Aaccommodating and helpful
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing that I didn’t like

• A great appartment and ideally situated – Frances from United Kingdom – 20 October 2024 (10/10)

  A lovely apartment with everything you need for your stay. Simon has an office on site and was very helpful about getting about and restaurants
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing to dislike although, unfortunately it would not be suitable for disabled guests as there are lots of stairs. And the toilet roll holder in the far toilet needs fixing

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