Title: DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN Riverside apartment with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63852800/63852758/798ea38b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63852800/63852758/1bbbe9b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63852800/63852758/5562f396.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63852800/63852758/76037256.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63852800/63852758/98838241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A short walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery, DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN provides an adjacent golf course, a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2280 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN "The Sphinx of the Secret Garden", ground floor studio apartment with private access to the internal garden and the Renaissance portico. It is located in a monumental Renaissance palace surmounted by a high medieval tower, along one of the oldest and most lively streets of Florence, in the heart of the city. Ideal for 1-2 people: double bed; equipped kitchenette; white Carrara marble bathroom with shower; air conditioning; Wifi. Table and chairs on the porch allow guests to sit and live outdoors, in every season: drink a glass of wine, eat, work or relax in complete tranquility, leaving out the lively away ....... a a few meters from the crowd a sudden oasis of peace !! The center of the garden is occupied by a large Art Nouveau sculpture: "The Sphinx and the Lying Maiden" If you wish to book another apartment in the TOWER: 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 DONATI TOWER'S TERRACE - with large panoramic TERRACE, 5th floor w/lift, 2 bedrooms, for 4 people, AC, wi-fi - https://www.vrbo.com/11205906ha SANTA CROCE in the DONATI TOWER - with spaciouos panoramic BALCONY, 4th floor w/lift - 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 persons - https://www.vrbo.com/10569688ha 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Next to a golf course - On a river ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 280 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63890000/63881800/63881795/d77239aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Donati Tower's Loggia: spectacular view of the Duomo, in the heart of Florence Historic Centre of Florence - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 127 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=63881795&PinnedHotelID=63881795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18839500/18839424/612c2034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torre Lambertesca-FiorenTino, studio with big terrace over the roof of Florence Historic Centre of Florence - 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 Property Registration Number IT048017C27OFJN28N ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.77146%2C11.26063&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=alID4d7NnEC9TWtF62MBBIwi1us=) Firenze, Città Metropolitana di Firenze #### What's nearby - Basilica of Santa Croce - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Piazza della Signoria - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Uffizi Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles #### Getting around - San Marco University Tram Stop - 13 min walk - Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 16 min walk - Peretola Airport (FLR) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Reverse - ‬1 min walk - ‪Natalino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk - ‪I Ghibellini - ‬1 min walk - ‪La Loggia Degli Albizi - ‬1 min walk - ‪Locale Firenze - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN located? > Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this golf apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Teatro Verdi, Piazza del Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Palazzo Vecchio are also within 10 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is 13 minutes by foot and Unità Tram Stop is 14 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## DUOMO: studio in TOWER in the center of Florence THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 122 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tatiana 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication While staying here, you get a chance to live in the piece of history that's dating back to medieval times. The property is part of the Donati Tower and they say that the wife of Dante Alligeri was born here. The private garden with the beautiful Sphinx statue was just magical. Central location, close to arrival at the station and the center of it all. The hosts are very nice people and a pleasure to communicate with. They prepared the bottle of champagne as well as fresh fruits from the local market for our arrival. Mrs ruling 10 of 10 stars! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e53b954b-1039-446b-908d-3511661f1da3-1760964999967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bae3a992-8ecc-4aba-9b6d-5dbc98153523-1760964999987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b898a264-58fb-48a3-9a76-7108047d7b14-1760964999990.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tatiana Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron W. 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Outstanding location, excellent hosts with lots of great suggestions on local restaurants and getting around. The exclusive access garden is a pleasant add on to the studio. We would definitely stay here again! ##### Aaron W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey H. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun in Florence Quaint small apartment, excellent hosts,and location to get around Florence A few suggested additions would be a wardrobe closet to hang some clothes, jackets, and put away some clothing so not living out of suitcase A coffee station would be nice to have to enjoy the patio since we are not tea drinkersAnd 2 small end tables would be nice Overall great stay ##### Geoffrey H. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bram 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Good central location. ##### Bram Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Genevieve B. 14 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Florentine Stay❤️ Lovely private garden! Perfect Place for a Perfect Florentine Stay!❤️ ##### Genevieve B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve J., Nashville, TN 16 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! The beautiful courtyard with blooming wisteria was an added plus. ##### Steve J. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAWN 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great location lovely outdoor space. Did not meet the hosts as they were away but had excellent communication. ##### DAWN ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen H. 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pefect Place We absolutely loved the apartment, just as advertised. Anthony met us at the door was there to help us with the luggage and patiently showed us around. I would definitely recommend this place! ##### Stephen H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dawn e. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Room with a view This sweet little place is as charming as the photo. It’s small but perfect location and just enough for a vacation getaway. Beautiful view of the courtyard is an added plus ##### dawn e. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn T. 29 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly Cozy Medieval Retreat Our stay at the Duomo Tower Retreat was exactly what we were looking for. It is exactly as pictured with the wonderful private garden that is all yours. The thing that isn’t pictured is the location, location, location! We had been to Florence before for short stays, and wanted to stay longer and just experience Florence like a local. The building is a real Medieval bell tower and we loved It. We were able to walk everywhere! On our arrival, our hosts gave us a listing of all their recommendations of where to eat and what to see and they were all excellent. The little cafe just a few steps away had delicious breakfasts and lunches. Don’t miss the walk up to the Monastery of San Miniato to see an amazing view of Florence. Definitely have dinner at Osteria Caffe Italiano. ![A quite lunch with a bottle of Prosecco from our hosts](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/83d43fef-dd14-4a69-82fb-40f9234ae184-1748533019702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![On the walk to San Miniato](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ead524a9-74ed-415b-a47c-6d7c7f48332b-1748533018968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Spaghetti Carbonara with white Truffle Sauce and butter. The best pasta dish I ever had. Osteria Caffe Italiano](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6b6ed6cc-2292-4c45-8b41-f09d1914bd02-1748533674766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marilyn T. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Snezana A. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property We were very pleased to stay in this beautiful studio with private garden that is centrally located. Our hosts were very helpful and gave us nice tips. Highly recommended! ##### Snezana A. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TAMMY R. 2 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location for a stay in Florence. Perfect location! The apartment was so lovely and of course the garden was divine! I would stay again, and the owners are awesome. They were very helpful with everything from how to get there to restaurant suggestions. ##### TAMMY R. Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful accommodations in Florence Hosts Antonella and Stefano were so gracious and provided a great experience for my 5-day visit to Florence. Their suggestions for museums, restaurants, and neighborhood walks were very helpful. The studio apartment was lovely and very comfortable, and the garden was a relaxing environment to take a break from exploring the city. I hope to stay there again when I visit Florence in the future. ##### Michael R. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave M. 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Florence Thanks Antonella. We had a wonderful stay in the garden apartment. It has been our favorite place so far on our trip. The apartment is absolutely beautiful. ##### Dave M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connor W. 28 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Florence trip We highly recommend this property. The property owners were great and helped us identify some of the best places to see and eat. The location is private, yet in the heart of the city. We will be staying here again on future visits! ##### Connor W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith M. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secret Garden, Close to Everything It’s a beautiful garden studio in an amazing old building. The hosts are responsive and knowledgeable. Would stay there again! ##### Meredith M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy D. 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN was beautiful and even better in person. The host was wonderful and gave us all the information we needed. ##### Cindy D. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danyela N. 28 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, awesome hosts! Loved it! Super great and responsive hosts. I will say the room would be SMALL for two, but as a solo traveller I loved it :) ##### Danyela N. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia C. 24 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location One to everything but away from the crowds. Beautiful property, exactly as described. This was my second stay and I will definitely be back. ##### Alicia C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara P. 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Garden oasis This was the perfect peaceful oasis in the midst of the chaos of Florence! Clean comfortable, and most important was the privacy of having our own little garden! You have been the most gracious hosts and I highly recommend to anyone staying in Florence! ##### Sara P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Therese Holm T. 7 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very central and nice place We really enjoyed our stay in this studio with the lovely garden. The host was very nice and provided good suggestion for places to visit and eat. Highly recommend place to stay in Firenze. Regards, Therese&Marius ##### Therese Holm T. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camilla b. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect This is the place to stay in Florence. With its spectacular and quiet garden and historical significance in the heart of the city. The loveliest owners. We couldn’t recommend it more :)) ##### Camilla b. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### charbonnet a., 40 rue des veneurs 60610 Lacroix Saint OUen 5 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We spent an amazing weekend and strongly recommend this flat. The owners are super nice. The flat itself is elegant and well furnished. We enjoyed the private garden for breakfast. ##### charbonnet a. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya M. 2 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Apartment in Charming Neighborhood We were greeted at check in with a warm greeting and orientation to the area. The apartment has an amazing private courtyard and patio set where we spent a lot of time with a cup of coffee or glass of wine. The apartment is compact and tastefully decorated with many thoughtful touches. The location is nestled in a wonderful neighborhood where we got to know the cafe staff. It is also close to and within walking distance to all of the popular sites. It was a magical stay and would highly recommend staying there. ##### Tanya M. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori S. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable Studio Apartment in an Ancient Tower The room is small, but comfortable and cozy! There are double French doors that look out into a lovely ancient garden, and the owners have set a café table and chairs out there to be used by the occupants of the apartment. The location is fantastic! You're right in the middle of everything, and the owner provides you with a map and a list of tourist traps to avoid. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! ##### Lori S. 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