Okay so I was a bit skeptical. This is a new concept that is zero staff with a renovated apartment in a building that having never been to Florence looked reasonably located to hit all the major stuff, and looked comfortable and well equipped. Boy was I blown away.......
I prefer this type of rental vs hotel when traveling. It was about the same price as nearby hotels (that offered a lot less BTW), have a better location, less hassle and never ever underestimate having a decent sized fridge back at you place at the end of a long day. The washer/dryer was a huge bonus that allowed me to pack alot less than I would have for a 12 day trip.
The skeptical part was the use of WhatsApp for all communication. I like having the option of getting someone quickly if not face to face but on the phone. But it worked perfectly. For example, one night I triggered the sauna alarm by accident and could not figure out how to shut it off. I sent a message on whats app that was answered withing 3 minutes talking me through how to cut it off.
The room was modern, had a safe, washer/dryer, mini kitchen, jaccuzi tub and a sauna. Yes it was small and that is a lot of amenities packed into a tight room but it all worked. Extensive use of automation for windows, heck even the shutters made navigating the room easy. The sauna which i don't use at home was a godsend after a day of walking.
it was ont he first floor so only one story of steps to navigate. The touchpad made entry into the apartment and room super easy.
Sadly (I would seek this place out when traveling if they expand) this is their first one but I will be looking.
I would rate this place higher if I could. read more