Title: The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center Apartment with a hot tub, 8-minute walk to Central Market ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96398400/96398328/454a6270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96398400/96398328/847acfa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96398400/96398328/957f4e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96398400/96398328/w2048h1364x0y1-04d3df97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96398400/96398328/235bd4ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery, The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center provides laundry facilities, a hot tub and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center Apartment with a hot tub, 8-minute walk to Central Market Access to hot tub and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free apartment building. The apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a Smart TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. This Florence apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Recreational amenities at the apartment include Access to hot tub. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102020000/102016500/102016424/a1ff7c36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright cozy apartment in the CITY CENTER of the city heart of the Renaissance Santa Croce - 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### 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 ## 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%7C43.78117%2C11.25253&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S4GhSUoggyJH_B2h4hDRlQPXo2c=) Firenze, Città Metropolitana di Firenze #### What's nearby - Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Ponte Vecchio - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Uffizi Gallery - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Getting around - Fortezza Tram Stop - 4 min walk - Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 9 min walk - Peretola Airport (FLR) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Caffè Rainer - ‬6 min walk - ‪TSH Rooftop Bar - ‬2 min walk - ‪Fuoco Matto - ‬4 min walk - ‪1950 American Diner - ‬6 min walk - ‪Base V Juicery - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Fortress is easily accessible by car 2 steps from the historic center located? > Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Via Faenza, Central Market and Gallery of the Academy of Florence. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are also within 15 minutes. Fortezza Tram Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Statuto Tram Stop is 7 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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