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DUOMO, MEDIEVAL TOWER Florence: SANTA CROCE in the DONATI TOWER 4th floor w/lift

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

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Firenze
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Signoria
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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DUOMO, MEDIEVAL TOWER Florence: SANTA CROCE in the DONATI TOWER 4th floor w/lift

From the balcony the view wanders towards so much greenery beyond the rooftops that someone might imagine being in the countryside instead of in the heart of central Florence:

"THE DONATI TOWER'S SANTA CROCE Apartment" on the 4th floor of the Medieval TOWER with elevator; it has an incredible private balcony overlooking the city center and its main buildings (Santa Croce, Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato al Monte, Forte Belvedere ..), the roofs of the city and the hills. Located on the fourth floor of one of the few remaining medieval towers, incorporated in a late Renaissance palace. Ideal for 4 people, with living room, fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with shower cabin, wi-fi, AC.

If you wish to book another apartment in the TOWER:

THE DONATI TOWER'S TERRACE - with large private panoramic TERRACE, 5th floor w/lift, 2 bedrooms, for 4 people, AC, wi-fi - https://www.vrbo.com/11205906ha

THE DONATI TOWER’S LOGGIA - with panoramic LOGGIA, 5th floor w/lift, 1 bedroom + 1 sofa bed for 2/3 people, AC, wi-fi - https://www.vrbo.com/10825778ha


THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN - studio with private access to the GARDEN, on the ground floor, for 2 people, AC, wi-fi - https://www.vrbo.com/10824359ha


THE PALACE AND ITS SURROUNDINGS

The ancient 13th-century tower belonged to the powerful Donati family. When the fortune of the Donati waned, the tower was incorporated in the second half of the sixteenth century into the Palazzo degli Albizi, a family of Florentine merchants and bankers who competed for a long time with the Medici for city supremacy. From the Albizi the palace passed in the 18th century to the Tassinari family and finally in 1929 to the family of the current owners.
The apartments located in a very central and ancient street, as well as the entire Palace and the Tower, are of great historical interest and bound by the Superintendence of artistic and cultural heritage of the Ministry of Culture. It is therefore the ideal place to dive in the history and beauty of the golden age of Florence.
The Donati Tower Apartments are located in an ideal position to reach on foot the most important sights and museums of Florence: among others, the Basilica of Santa Croce, Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery, the Bargello Museum, the Duomo with Giotto's Bell Tower, the Medici Chapels in San Lorenzo, the Accademia Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, as well as Palazzo Pitti, the church of Santo Spirito and the Boboli Gardens across the River Arno.
Being the owner a librarian by profession, he is of course obliged to suggest a visit or two to the nearby municipal library of the Oblate, in via dell'Oriolo, achieved in a spectacular architectural environment, with a large terrace and bar practically under the Brunelleschi’s Dome of the Duomo: internet, reading rooms, international magazines, children's room…
Bakery, greengrocer, butcher, newsagent, supermarket and pharmacy are a short step from the apartment, as well as the typical market of Sant'Ambrogio where to find all the Tuscan food specialties, and taverns and restaurants, with great traditional Tuscan cuisine.
And eventually shopping in the boutiques of the most famous Italian and foreign designers on the nearby via Calzaiuoli, via Roma, via Tornabuoni, via della Vigna Nuova.
This apartment's walkable location gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Features include laundry facilities and a library. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a terrace
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and 8 minutes on foot from Uffizi Gallery
DUOMO, MEDIEVAL TOWER Florence: SANTA CROCE in the DONATI TOWER 4th floor w/lift offers its guests a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Florence apartment is smoke free.


Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 915 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT048017C2WMCDFONW

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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DUOMO, MEDIEVAL TOWER Florence: SANTA CROCE in the DONATI TOWER 4th floor w/lift Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect from the time we arrived to when we left. Our amazing hosts met us upon arrival and provided great information about the apartment and the area, even providing a list of favorite restaurants and gelato! We would stay here over and over. Loved everything !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Soot to Stay in Florence

Amazing place and right in the heart of everything you want to see in Florence. Accommodations were perfect and there were plenty of great places to eat and see right in the area. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrienne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Apartment and Location

Clean, excellent location, near the Duomo, comfortable and updated. We enjoyed our stay for several nights in beautiful Firenze.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Antonella and her husband were so lovely! The apartment was spacious, clean and had beautiful views! The beds were super comfortable as well! The apartment was located in a perfect location - close to EVERYTHING! We will certainly stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable apartment in a fantastic location with an amazing view

Our stay here was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teressa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best of Florence!

This property is by far one of the most convenient locations, lovely accommodations, and fabulous experience close to all that beautiful Florence has to offer! We will definitely be back and we recommend this apartment to anyone thinking of a stay in the city. I loved every day we stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was great.

Location was great. Easy to walk everywhere. Rooms were big. 2 baths were updated and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Atmospheric, authentic Florence apartment

Lovely clean, comfortable and ideally situated for exploring Florence. We were very happy with the friendliness of the owners and even had a welcome bottle of bubbly which was a nice touch. The view from the balcony is difficult to leave and we would love to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip to Florence

The apt is spacious and central and check in process was very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous historic property with great location!

Great location with easy access to everything! Absolutely beautiful old building with all the modern conveniences you could ever need. They left us a bottle of Prosecco with a plate of fresh strawberries that were the best I’ve ever tasted . Beds were very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Property - Great Location!

Loved this property! Hosts are amazing, very gracious and helpful. Location is perfect, could walk everywhere, great restaurants short walk away. Nice balcony too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here in this beautiful two bedroom apartment in central Florence, easily walkable to all the historic sites, lovely restaurants and railway station. We stayed here for 3 nights and were warmly greeted by our host Stefano, who gave us local suggestions for the area which was so helpful. The apartment was quiet, beautifully decorated and furnished with a lovely view from the balcony which extends from the master bedroom to the living room. Each bedroom also has an ensuite which was ideal for 2 couples. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bobby R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amazing flat

Very hospitable owners and it felt like a home for a week. Loved the accessibility of the location. Getting fruit and veggies each day, hitting a local restaurant and doing day excursions. Very safe location and it was far enough from the street that we didn’t hear the exchange students from University of Alabama partying. Thanks for opening your beautiful home to us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

We loved this apartment. It was historic looking but with modern bathrooms. Location was super. Hosts were so nice. We will stay here again…it was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property in the middle of the city. Everything is a 5-10 minute walk from the front door. Numerous restaurants, cafes, plazas and shopping very close by or next door. The host are A++++ 5 Stars all the way !!!! Had fresh fruit, coffee, water and a bottle of prosecco for us !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay there again.

The apartment lived up to its description. The views over the rooftops were enchanting, and one can walk just about everywhere in Florence from this location. Plenty of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Florence Location

Beautiful apartment with a great location and a perfect balcony to relax and enjoy the sunshine and views. Hosts were very helpful with tips and suggestions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect stay

Property is in the city center but very quiet. Has all we wanted in an apartment for our 8 days. Stefano and Antonella are wonderful hosts. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Neil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than the photos

This apartment was the perfect place to stay in Florence. The hosts are incredibly welcoming and accommodating even with a young family. The view from the balcony is unmatched and a perfect place to unwind with some wine at the end of a long day. The apartment is well stocked and had all the comforts one could ask for. We look forward to returning in the years ahead!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firenze Family Trip

We stayed for 5 nights and loved our flat. Location can’t be beat, near everything. Quiet and yet in the hustle and bustle of the city. Views are lovely and the accommodations are pretty. Thank goodness they have an elevator because it was located on the 4th floor. Bathrooms and kitchen are all updated and clean and WiFi works great. Loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

Great location and the owners live in another apartment on the property making it very easy to communicate and to solve any issues, of which there were none. We had to make changes in our itinerary twice and the owners were excellent to work with. It is located in our favorite neighborhood in Florence.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lanchau D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Medieval, but make it modern and comfortable

A home that has been frozen in time but updated with modern conveniences. You can tell the owners were very thoughtful about the updates they made to maintain the historic features but ensuring guests have modern comforts.We really enjoyed our stay. The hosts greeted us and provided wonderful local recommendations for everything!Location was fantastic in the center of town and walkable everywhere. It is a private street that doesn't really allow cars, so there is some walking but nothing terrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mario C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful aaprtment in central Florence

The apartment was well appointed,clean and located perfectly between the Duomo and Santa Croce. Stefano met us at Check In and gave us a very detailed amd informative overview of the apartment and the surrounding area. We recommend this property and the owners highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cosmo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location with Lovely Lofty Views from a Medieval Tower

We were so fortunate to stay in such an early building with views over such a beautiful historical city. The large balcony was very special. The location was convenient to all and still a great retreat when needed. Our hosts could not have been more friendly and kind. Everything we needed for a comfortable stay was to be found. With fond memories we highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence Visit

The property is lovely and the location is perfect. The owners were in touch several times and made the visit very easy. The terrace with a view of Santa Croce church and the city was the perfect place to wind down after a long day of sightseeing. We ate at several restaurants they recommended and they were excellent. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023