The Terrace in Florence Apt
Florence, ItalyFirst Impressions
Walking up to The Terrace in Florence Apt on Via di Mezzo, you immediately sense you’ve found something special in the heart of Florence. This isn’t your typical hotel setup — it’s more like staying in a beautifully appointed apartment that happens to be perfectly positioned in one of the city’s most coveted neighborhoods. The building itself has that authentic Florentine charm you can’t fake, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering.
Location & Getting Around
I mean, you really can’t ask for a better spot than this. The property sits right in the San Marco – Santissima Annunziata area, which locals will tell you is the real heart of Florence — not just tourist marketing speak. You’re literally a few minutes’ walk from the Duomo, but far enough away that you won’t be dealing with the constant crowds outside your door. What really surprised me was how easy it is to reach the Accademia Gallery and San Lorenzo Market from here. Plus, they’ve got private parking available, which — trust me — is like striking gold in Florence’s historic center.
The Space Itself
The apartment setup works brilliantly, especially if you’re traveling as a couple (which explains why couples rate the location so highly). You get that authentic “living in Florence” feeling without sacrificing comfort or modern conveniences. The terrace — which obviously inspired the name — gives you those rooftop views over the city that make you feel like you’re in a movie. It’s not huge, but it’s perfectly sized for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine while watching the sunset paint the terracotta rooftops.
Neighborhood Insights
What I love about this area is how it strikes that perfect balance between accessibility and authenticity. You’re close enough to walk to all the major sights, but you’re also in a neighborhood where actual Florentines live and work. There’s a fantastic little alimentari around the corner where you can grab fresh ingredients if you want to cook, and the morning market buzz gives you a real taste of daily life here. The Piazza della Santissima Annunziata is just steps away — one of Florence’s most beautiful squares that somehow doesn’t get overrun with tour groups.
Why Guests Love It
Honestly, it comes down to feeling like you belong in Florence rather than just visiting it. The combination of that prime location (seriously, that 9.5 location score isn’t an accident) and the apartment-style accommodation creates an experience that’s both practical and memorable. You can walk to everything that matters, duck back for an afternoon rest, and still feel connected to the rhythm of the city. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about having your own little Florentine retreat with that terrace view — it’s the kind of place that makes you start planning your next trip back before you’ve even left.
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| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
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| Most Popular Apartment with Terrace | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed | From $208 /night |
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Guest Reviews
What could be improved: Nothing! Yes, it can be a little noisy at night, but it did not bother us as it was great to feel as if you were emersed in the Italian way of life.
What could be improved: The noise level during the night was unbearable. I avoid to write anything negative as it’s such a lovely apartment and the host was super great with her communication but I was kept up all hours of the night by people yelling and shouting in the street. It almost felt as if they were in the room. I slept so badly both nights unfortunately and while they provided ear plugs this did not entirely help with the extreme noise level from 11PM-4AM. People were having conversations right outside the window all night, shouting very loudly and appeared to be drunk. I was exhausted in the mornings.
What could be improved: There was some street noise but to be expected with the location, however the host had kindly left some ear plugs to use if required.
What could be improved: The cacophony of noise from 0600 until 0300. Singing drunks every night, traffic 24hrs. every day. Sleep was impossible. This property is "advertised" as a "Penthouse" however, there is a noisy property above, with barking howling dogs for neighbours. I am baffled by this description. The shutters are useless as they do not keep out the light or noise. No protection from the noise at all. This is a sorry run down place. Never worth £500 a night. "Downtown" is an apt place for this establishment.
What could be improved: noisy at night ... cars, motorbikes and lots of people drinking
What could be improved: Extremely loud. Right by bars, so all night there’s loud drunk young people yelling through the windows. We were each only given one bath towel for a 4 day stay.
Patrizia, the host, was delightful from the first moment, and so helpful. We needed to check in on very short notice (just a couple hours!) and she was remarkably accommodating. She checked in a couple times during our stay (e.g. when a crazy rainstorm hit), and always made sure we had what we needed.
The neighborhood felt vibrant, energetic, and young--lots of college-age people, cool bars, and great restaurants. A distinctly not-touristy vibe, compared to other neighborhoods we visited or stayed in.
I would highly highly recommend this apartment to anyone visting Florence!
What could be improved: it was pretty noisy at night and early morning, partiers, workers, street sweepers, but a small price to pay for such an outstanding apartment. I will likely never have the opportunity to stay in such an incredible, historic place
What could be improved: During the really hot days this is not a good place to stay - one room is air conditioned but the bed room is not. Because of this the bed room is extremelly hot. Second problem is that you can hear every single word said on the street and the third is if you come with a car you have to leave your car keys in the garage (but it is common behaviour in Florence)
Location & Surroundings
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Casa Buonarroti400 m
- Casa del Cellini500 m
- Palazzo Filicaia300 m
- Ospizio di Orbatello400 m
- Giardino Borgo Allegri550 m
- Rotonda del Brunelleschi550 m
- Crocefissione del Perugino300 m
- Giardino di Palazzo Giugni450 m
- Monastero di San Silvestro350 m
- Oratorio di S. Michele della Pace300 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant La Giostra100 m
- Restaurant Ieie da Toshi300 m
- Restaurant Touch Bistrò Toscano40 m
Top attractions:
- Pitti Palace1.7 km
- Ponte Vecchio1.2 km
- Strozzi Palace1.1 km
- Uffizi Gallery1 km
- Palazzo Vecchio1.5 km
- Accademia Gallery850 m
- Piazza della Signoria750 m
- Piazzale Michelangelo1.9 km
- Ospedale degli Innocenti700 m
- Piazza del Duomo di Firenze700 m
Natural beauty:
- Forest Monte Morello14 km
Public transport:
- Train Campo di Marte Station1.5 km
- Train Santa Maria Novella Train Station1.6 km
Closest airports:
- Florence Airport7 km
- Pisa International Airport83 km
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