Le Mille e una Notte EXCLUSIVE SUITE FIRENZE

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of Florence hotels, but Le Mille e una Notte on Costa San Giorgio is something else entirely. The name means “A Thousand and One Nights” and honestly, it fits – this place feels like stepping into some luxurious Arabian fantasy, except you’re perched on one of Florence’s most charming hillside streets. Costa San Giorgio is this narrow, winding road that most tourists never find (it’s tucked behind the Oltrarno district), which means you get that authentic Florence feeling without the crowds. The street itself is lined with these gorgeous medieval buildings, and you’ll hear church bells from Santo Spirito drifting up the hill in the evenings.

What really got me about this place is the attention to detail – I mean, they’ve clearly put serious thought into making each suite feel special. The décor has this rich, almost theatrical quality with deep jewel tones and ornate furnishings that somehow manage to feel opulent without being over the top. You know what I loved? The bathrooms actually have proper space and lighting, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many Florence hotels mess this up. The suites are genuinely spacious too – rare for the historic center where most places feel like converted closets. From the windows, you get these incredible views over the city, and if you’re lucky enough to snag a room facing north, you’ll see the Duomo peeking through the rooftops.

The location is pure gold if you ask me. You’re literally a five-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio, but far enough up the hill that you escape the tourist madness. There’s this little alimentari (local grocery) right down the street where the owner, Giuseppe, will help you pick out proper prosciutto – the kind of neighborhood spot that makes you feel like you’re living in Florence, not just visiting. Parking is tricky, like everywhere in the centro storico, but they’ll sort you out with directions to the closest garage. One thing to note – the street can get a bit lively on weekend nights since there are some good restaurants nearby, but it’s more charming than annoying. The staff genuinely seems to care about making your stay memorable, and they know their Florence history, which comes in handy when you’re trying to figure out which museums are worth the lines. With a 9 rating, this place has earned its reputation, and after staying there, I get why people keep coming back.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $295. Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Great location with Spectacular Views – Claire from Australia – 25 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location was great, right down the road is the Ponte Vecchio with many shops, and an easy walk into the main town centre. Walk to Duomo, restaurants etc. There is a lift in the apartment building for ease of getting into the apartment, and a coffee shop at end of street (5 mins walk) for good coffee which opens early. Washing machine with washing liquid so easy to wash clothes. Great 3 bed apartment. The views of Florence from the apartment were spectacular.
  
  What could be improved: Lots of stairs or steep hill to get to the apartment, ok for me but my parents in their late 70's struggled with the hill/stairs to get to the apartment. Other than that all good.

• Comfortable and roomy apartment with beautiful views in the heart of Florence. – Therese from Canada – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  The location was excellent, across the river from the Ufizzi and away from the crowds, but a short walk from the Ponte Vecchio. There were beautiful views from the windows. The living/dining area was spacious and with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, there was plenty of room for four adults. The elevator was helpful for taking luggage up and down, because there were three flights of stairs to the apartment.

• Best views and best place for family and friends near the Ponte Vecchio – Alexis from United States – 9 January 2025 (10/10)

  I love the whole place. the location is perfect and there is a view from every single window. WE loved that the lift would take us up directly to our room. There was plenty of space for my whole family with the place having three rooms and two bathrooms. There is a washing machine in the kitchen that helped us out, but we did not know if there was a drying rack, so we placed our clothes around the rooms. My family loved lounging in the living room watching movies looking out at the views of Florence or having dinner all together.. Host was also very responsive and accommodating to us. Even allowed us a later checkout so we could have a morning to sleep in. They are the best!
  
  What could be improved: We did not know how to use the stovetop. but i think that was just us not knowing how to use the appliance. Host tried working with us and their doorman's schedule so he could come show us but our schedule was too full.

• Exceptional – Kuka from Kosovo – 26 December 2024 (10/10)

  Very nice, clean place. The host is friendly.
  Location is perfect

• We enjoyed our stay. – Paul from United States – 13 October 2024 (10/10)

  Very comfortable and secure
  
  What could be improved: The bed had to be folded up against the wall to convert into the sofa but it was easy to do

• Great location and plenty of space for family of 5 – Melissa from United States – 1 August 2024 (8/10)

  Location great and place was clean.
  
  What could be improved: Trying to figure out parking situation with a 10AM flight

• Afforable apartment, great views, walkable to sights. – Belinda from Canada – 19 July 2024 (10/10)

  Fantastic location. Gobsmacking fabulous Views in 4 directions. Very quiet and peaceful. Spacious. Super clean. Walkable to all historic sights. Supermarket 2 mins away. Several Restaurant 2 mins away.
  
  What could be improved: Challenge with large luggage to get this up the cobble street to the door. Elevator works perfectly and opens into apartment. Road outside apartment is very narrow and a large car would be challenging to drive here. Rather park at Garage Ponte Vecchio and walk your luggage to the apartment.

• Gorgeous apartment! – Christine from United States – 5 June 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment was stunning, well-equipped with everything you might need, and in a beautiful location.
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Nice place to stay in Florence – Alina from Romania – 11 March 2024 (9/10)

  Cozy and warm apartment, near to the city center (10 min walking), on a quiet street. Comfortable beds, big living room, fully equipped kitchen. Very nice view from the apartment from the 3rd floor.

• Exceptional – Vinu from Netherlands – 20 July 2023 (10/10)

  Very clear communication. Amazing apartment with all amenities and great location.

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