You can practically touch the duomo from this one-bedroom Airbnb in the heart of Florence. Everything inside has been decorated to the max, like a fever dream of the Renaissance city itself. With frescoed walls, coiffured ceilings, terracotta floors, and virtually no surface left untouched, either with textiles or recreations of famous frescoes, including of Benozzo Gozzoli “Corteo dei Magi” and a copy of the Paradise Garden fresco at the Villa of Livia, it all feels ready for a Medici to walk in. Beyond the jaw-dropping views, the crowning jewel is the shell sofa which will remind you of Botticelli’s masterpiece, The Birth of Venus, not far away in the Uffizi Galleries. From $645 for two nights, with a two-night minimum stay.
Perks: Lots of space, pet-friendly, terrace, washer and dryer, optional housekeeping services
A true palace, this Airbnb sleeps 11 guests and has a staggering five bathrooms to accommodate everyone. And as it’s just steps from the city’s most sought-after places, like the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery, the location could not be more central or convenient. A modern conversion of a 17th-century building, the five-bedroom home features double-height ceilings, exposed beams, contemporary, luxurious furniture, and a private terrace. And this being a palace, for an additional cost, the host can arrange services including daily housekeeping, laundry services, linen changes, and the like. From $2,208 per night.
Perks: Dedicated workspace, crib, prime location
Not far from the Piazza della Repubblica, this stylish apartment is minimalist to the fullest extent of the word. So, while it might not provide the coziest stay, it promises to deliver a beautiful one. There is room for two adults, and a crib is available, but we imagine this as the perfect place for a single traveler looking to immerse themselves in a self-declared artistic residency, using the apartment’s dedicated workspace to dig into a project, and the Spartan, stylish space as a resting spot at the end of a creatively fulfilling day. Guests should note that the apartment is on the upper floor of a multi-floor, non-elevator building. From $642 per night.
Perks: Prime location in the center of Florence, amazing views, underfloor heating
The view out the window of this one-bedroom could not be more iconic. Here, Florence’s Duomo— the Santa Maria del Fiore—looks so close you could almost touch it. Besides its prime location in the historic city center, this Airbnb serves as a palate cleanser after a long day of exploring. The interiors are so luxurious, it feels more like a hotel than a privately owned space, with welcome amenities including a plush king-size bed, an oversized soaking tub, a compact suite-like living room complete with a large TV, and an ultramodern kitchenette. From $1,295 per night.
Perks: Elevator-accessible, fully equipped kitchen, self-check-in, great views, lots of room
