Dante's Relais

Dantes Relais (apartments) is located in an amazing central location, walking distance to everything you want to see and experience in beautiful Florence. Our host Carmine is brilliant and provides superb service (eg, dropping off extra shampoo & body wash). He continuously reminds us that he works for us and seems willing to address any need. There are a few negatives but they are too minor to mention (eg, communal kettle & fridge). What's important is that the room is huge (we have Deluxe Queen room) and, with the shutters open, it's bright and airy. It's warm enough for March though could be too hot in summer because there's no air conditioning. But there are 2 large windows which can be opened for a cooling breeze. The shower works well with plenty of hot water with a nice pressure. The TV isn't smart so we're enjoying Italian TV programs instead of watching Netflix. But that's okay - we're in Italy to experience the Italian way of life. The real highlight is the location. Step outside and you're instantly overwhelmed by the choice of amazing restaurants and shops, with many luxury brands nearby. If there's a better location in Florence, I would be surprised. Other people have complained about the street noise but it's perfectly acceptable. I expected it to be much louder. I barely notice it. But it could be a problem for sensitive people who can't cope with inner city life. Check out my photos of the room (#3) and the view from our windows. Bottom line: this is an excellent base for your Florence holiday.

The room was not as we saw it when we made our reservation. There was no soundproof and you can hear everything from the neighbouring rooms. The radiator is not working properly. There was not a sample of a shampoo or a soap and the bathroom smelled awful. The 2 stars are only for the location of the room which is in the centre of Firenze.