Title: Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence 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 # Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence Apartment with kitchen, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89783000/89782978/d03c97e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89783000/89782978/108de19f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89783000/89782978/b4b8e58b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89783000/89782978/ccb3a406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89783000/89782978/92b1f5a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Ponte Vecchio, Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5732 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning £261 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov ## 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. ### Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence Apartment with kitchen, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities. 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 sofa bed, and other amenities include a dining area and a Smart TV. Limited housekeeping is available. Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - 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) ### General - 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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 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 Property Registration Number IT048017B4JYRWS3K8 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 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\_165 ## 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%7C43.77203%2C11.24971&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2qwsEOIfHQm6nLUk6Jd8K85f05U=) Firenze, Toscana #### What's nearby - Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Ponte Vecchio - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Uffizi Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Unità Tram Stop - 5 min walk - Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 8 min walk - Peretola Airport (FLR) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Osteria Belle Donne - ‬1 min walk - ‪Buca Mario - ‬1 min walk - ‪GIACOSA - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - ‬2 min walk - ‪Cantinetta Antinori restaurant Florence - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence? > As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence on 17 Nov 2025 start from £261.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence-Hotels-Urban-Retreat-In-The-Heart-Of-Florence.h89782978.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### Where is Urban Retreat in the Heart of Florence located? > Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella 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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