Florence Apartment The Bright Eyed Explorer

Florence Apartment

There was nothing I could find wrong with this place. Clean and filled with everything you need for an extended stay. The apartment is very secure with numerous locked entry points to the actual apartment. 

Easy communication with the owner upon booking and with arrival with the owner’s mother whom was absolutely lovely. Armed with a lot of information on must-see’s and what not to do, she lives close by so if you need anything, she is there for you. 

Fully functional kitchen, clean bathroom and comfortable bed gives you the freedom to live life like a local Florentine. Which was exactly what I wanted for my stay in Florence. There is a washing machine/dryer which is great for travellers with extended time. 

The best thing about this Central Suites is its proximity to all things in Florence. The city itself is highly walkable but this apartment is in a ’residential area’ that is actually on the river Arno. Turn right at the front of the apartment and head towards the Ponte Vecchio and you walk amongst many shops, cafes, restaurants, bars etc. It is literally a 10-minute walk to Palazzao Vecchio or Pitti Palance. Walk across a bridge and you’re in the old city. Too easy. 

The apartment itself is on the ground floor of a building that hosts both a Pizzeria and Gelateria. AMAZING! The pizzas were yum but the Gelato even better. Often at night there was a line up to get in so you know it must be good Gelato. 

When I am in Florence next, I will most definitely stay again. I was comfortable, secure, and really felt I was living the life of a local Florentine.

Renovated Central Suites  

1 Lungarno Soderini, Santo Spirito, 50124 Florence 

You can read more about my Florence experience here: “6 nights in Florence – how to live and chill like a local”

The Bright Eyed Explorer Parione One

Hotel in Florence

What a cute little place to stay. Loved it 

Initially it is hard to find, as there is no signage until you walk into the small foyer. Even then it is confusing. For a while there I thought I was lost but admittedly I was early and the reception area wasn’t yet open. 

The staff here are incredible. Very accommodating and lovely. They couldn’t do enough to make sure I was happy with my stay. 

Located on Via del Parione, there are numerous restaurants, bars and cafes within walking distance. Markets are not too far away either. 

The room itself was beautiful and more than I expected for a small operation in Florence. The bed was super comfortable, the shower impressive and in general, a modern appearance that was both clean and minimalist. Best of all is that it is affordable. 

The only issue that I had, and not a big thing, is the phone ringing constantly at about 1am one morning that I was there. Perhaps some kind of messaging service for after-hours would be a good move to save waking up your guests. 

Would definitely stay again the next time I am in Florence. 

Parione Uno  

Via del Parione 1, Tornabuoni, 50123 Florence 

https://www.parioneuno.com/

You can read more about my Florence experience here: “6 nights in Florence – how to live and chill like a local”