Title: The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river 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 Place to Be - apartment in front of the river ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113655700/113655626/454388dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113655700/113655626/50cf4f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113655700/113655626/b2236ca6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113655700/113655626/57f41c52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113655700/113655626/f249b0e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery, The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river provides laundry facilities, a gym and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom2 bathrooms1249 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Washer - Gym - 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 Place to Be - apartment in front of the river Located inside an elegant and typical Florentine building, the accommodation blends classic charm with modern comfort. Wooden floors run throughout the space, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere. The bright master bedroom, with exposed brick walls, features a charming loft area, perfect for reading, relaxing, or organizing your wardrobe. The fully equipped kitchen is spacious and functional, while the living room offers a comfortable double sofa bed. The apartment has two elegant bathrooms: one in the bedroom, featuring a splendid chromotherapy shower for a touch of pure relaxation; the other, refined and comfortable. And then, there’s the view. A privileged panorama of the river and historic buildings, which, at sunset, are bathed in warm, enveloping colors, offering unforgettable sights every evening. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Gym - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,249 square feet ## Similar properties ![Premium Studio | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89060000/89051000/89050969/ecc1a544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bob W Ponte Vecchio Historic Centre of Florence - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 200 reviews £150 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=89050969&PinnedHotelID=89050969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100710000/100709970/09e985b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Florence Roofscape - view on the Duomo Historic Centre of Florence - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=100709970&PinnedHotelID=100709970&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96790000/96783900/96783899/28c9c303.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Il Presto di san Martino Historic Centre of Florence - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi £348 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=96783899&PinnedHotelID=96783899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75871700/75871614/9d2a875a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Irresistible Ponte Vecchio Area! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit 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 Property Registration Number IT048017B46KA4OPIU If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as italydelite\_328 ## 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%7C43.77140%2C11.24187&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cZBQnFsf6wiGSqaaF2Lz3AOB9GA=) Firenze, Italia #### What's nearby - Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Pitti Palace - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Ponte Vecchio - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Uffizi Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 9 min walk - Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 10 min walk - Peretola Airport (FLR) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Winter Garden Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Antico Ristoro di Cambi - ‬2 min walk - ‪Manly The Office - ‬5 min walk - ‪Trattoria Sabatino - ‬3 min walk - ‪Birreria Rione - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### Where is The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river located? > Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Arno River, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Pitti Palace are also within 15 minutes. Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Unità Tram Stop is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Place to Be - apartment in front of the river Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg M. 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We wanted to move in! My sons and I stayed at this property in May 2025. It was clean, in a great location and safe entry. We could have moved in there permanently!! If you are in Florence, this is a must stay. ##### Greg M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoff M. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Florence VRBO Oltrarno suite Beautiful apartment suite with terrific renovated updates in a historic part of Florence. Easy access to river walks and gorgeous views of the Arno River. Perfect location for conference access to the Hotels across the river and easy walking distance access to downtown core areas as well as surrounding parks. Apartment suite exceeded expectations with two bathrooms and plenty of space for relaxing including the beautiful living room with vaulted ceilings.Would happily stay here again on my next visit to Florence. ##### Geoff M. 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