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LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Firenze, Toscana
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it!

This elegant apartment located 50 meters from Piazza del Duomo, in the most central area of the city where all the points of tourist interest are located (museums, restaurants, pubs, churches ..). The apartment is located on the 4th floor without lift in an ancient Florentine building. The LA CUPOLA apartment consists of a corridor which leads to two double bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower and a lounge with kitchenette. The windows face directly onto the Duomo and its dome and offer a spectacular and unique view of the Duomo. The floors were made with an elegant parquet. The apartment is equipped with air conditioning in the bedrooms and in the hall, with a washing machine and a modern equipped kitchen.
It is welcoming and complete with all the necessary amenities to spend a relaxing and comfortable stay.
The apartment will be at your complete disposal with the following accessories:
- air conditioning;
- Free Wi-Fi Internet;
- autonomous heating;
- household linen (sheets and towels);
- super-equipped kitchen with pots, cutlery, plates and glasses, coffee maker;
- fridge and freezer;
- microwave
- oven;
- TV;
- washing machine, iron and ironing board;
- hairdryer.

The stairs are wide and comfortable, at 50 meters you can also find a supermarket that makes home deliveries.

Property manager

Irene Paoli

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 IT048017C2UQS3VH9O

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

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this apartment is in the city centre. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Historic Centre of Florence and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nelson Mandela Forum or Coverciano. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Firenze, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Venchi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Move On - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Migone Confetti - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Festival del Gelato - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Osteria del Fiore - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LA CUPOLA apartment with a view of the cathedral, it feels like touching it! located?

Located in Duomo, this apartment building is steps away from Via de' Calzaiuoli, Historic Centre of Florence and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria are also within 5 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and San Marco University Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M., Portland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and gracious hosts

Centrally located with a beautiful view of the Duomo. Lots of good restaurants nearby. Visited with our teenage son and it was perfect for the 3 of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

C P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and lovely host

Everything was spot on. We loved staying here. It’s easy to walk to all the attractions from the apartment. Our host, Irene, communicated with me clearly and was friendly and accommodating. We’d definitely stay here again when we come back to Firenze.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 flights

Great host, lovely place! Good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M., florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Great apartment amazing views perfect location to access all what Florence has to offer.fantastic host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jocelyn S.

Great location and high standards

Our stay here would have been perfect....the location and high standard of presentation were second to none.....however the WiFi only worked forthe first day of our stay and we experienced a lot of stress when a taxi couldn't be arranged and we had to walk/run to the staion to avoid missing our connection
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Rental

This was a wonderful apartment. We loved the proximity to the Duomo and the historical part of town. The hosts were very helpful and friendly. The only thing to note is that if you have difficulty walking up steps, this may not be for you. But if you are able, this place is one in a million.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Easley SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, great view, lovely apartment

The view matches the comfort of the apartment. Having two comfortable bedrooms and two bathrooms makes this a perfect place for 2 couples or a family of four. The location is fantastic with good restaurants literally steps from the door. The steps to the apartment help burn off the pasta! Irene is a super host and easy to communicate with. We hope to return again soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

R G., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best

My wife and I had the pleasure of staying in this marvelous apartment for 13 days. The apartment had everything we need it was like a home away from home. The location was perfect and waking up looking at the Duomo with the sound of the bells was like heaven. Words cannot describe how amazing human beings the owners Irene and Salvatore are. We are very lucky to have found this apartment. Thank you so much Irene and Salvatore.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gof a., Atlanta - just outside in Kennesaw

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment and location

The apartment was very clean and well appointed. The host provided a few essentials for us as we arrived a bit late. Irene was very responsive and helpful. The location of the apartment was amazing. There are many stairs and getting our luggage to and from was a bit difficult but worth it for the experience. Going in and out of the apartment was pretty effortless once we didn’t have luggage to contend with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best place to stay in Florence

Irene’s husband met us at the apartment when we arrived to show us around and give us a quick rundown on places to go and things to do. His recommendations were excellent, as we tried several. And the apartment was clean and very quiet when the windows were closed at night. Comfy beds too. Close to everything! By day 2, we were used to all the steps. Well worth the climb! We loved Florence and hope to visit again one day. Would definitely stay here again too. Thank you so much Irene and Salvatore!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Fantastico!

This apartment was more than I could of asked for. It has the charm of old world Florence with beautifully updated bathrooms and kitchen, and sunny spacious bedrooms. And the view of the Duomo is spectacular.The apartment was spotless and the kitchen was well stocked with the basics. The central location was perfect for reaching all of Florence. Salvatore was very gracious, helpful and informative. I hated to leave.

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location! - Great experience!

We really enjoyed our stay in the apartment which was really close to the Duomo and surrounding restaurants Everything was a short walk from this apartment including the train station and the Ponte Vecchio. Irene and her husband Salvatore were amazing and responded timely with the many questions that we had. I would highly recommend this apartment as it was in a perfect location for our visit to Florence. Thank you Irene for always being their for us. Ciao for now!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Natosha L.

Everything was spot on

Irene has a lovely house. It is clean and well equipped. The view out the window was exactly as advertised! She provided a few things for breakfast, which I really truly appreciate. The air conditioning works wonderfully. Lastly, the double or triple planed windows really keep out the noise of the enthusiastic street life. Thank you Irene for allowing us to stay. Natosha
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ginger a.

GREAT LOCATION! CHARMING APARTMENT!

This apartment was perfect for our stay in Florence! It was lovely, clean and has a great location. The beds were comfortable. So nice to have 2 bathrooms. Irene met us with her charming smile! Taught us to make coffee using an Italian coffee pot...love the coffee! She also arranged our taxi the morning we left and met us to say goodbye. Irene is the icing on the cake! We all agree this apartment deserves a 5 star review! Grazie Mille Irene! Ginger and Logan Armstrong Sunrise Beach, Texas Debbie and Harold Menefee Austin, Texas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

richard s., El Dorado Hills

Wonderful location and comfortable accommodations

Perfect location for anything you wanted to do. Great selection of restaurants in the immediate area. Irene’s place was elegant, very clean and well maintained! She even provided us coffee, yogurt, juice and cookies for the duration of our stay. The only downside is the 4 flights of stairs you need to climb to get to the apartment. But considering all the wonderful food we ate it was good to burn off some calories. Irene even scheduled a taxi to the train station for us on the morning of our departure. I would highly recommend staying here unless you are afraid of the stairs. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

SHERWIN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PLEASANTLY SURPRISED

This apartment is dead smack in the heart of Florence. Beautiful views of the The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore dome (Duomo). Walking distance to all the major attractions and train station. The owners, Salvatorre and Irene were very responsive to our messages. Salvatore met us at the property when we arrived even though we got there past 10 pm. The owners left us some yogurt and milk inside the ref. The property was properly stocked with kitchen wares, utensils, and cleaning supplies. The rooms were clean and spacious. Just like everyone mentioned, you’ll get used to the flight of stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

S D.

Amazing Florence Stay!

This apartment was an absolute FIND! Location is everything and the apartment is a stones throw away from the Duomo. Laying in bed at night and staring at the magnificent dome out the window was like a dream. The view is simply magnificent. Additionally, the apartment was very clean and there was a nice assortment of breakfast food waiting for us. It's the little things this apartment had like fresh white towels and good wifi that set air bnbs apart for me. And yes, it is a climb up to the fourth floor, but you can't have it any other way in a historic building in an old city. Plus, you've got to work off those cannolis! Salvatore and Irene are both so friendly and willing to give advice and help out with dinner reservations, calling a cab, etc. We couldn't have stayed in a better place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Susan A.

Beautiful apartment in a perfect location

This apartment was even better than the pictures! It is beautiful, newly renovated, very comfortable, and has stunning views of the Duomo! Three of us stayed in the apartment and could not have been more comfortable. Each room had separate temperature controls and comfortable beds. Having two full bathrooms was a real treat. There are stairs to climb to get to the apartment, but the views are worth it! It felt as though you could reach out the window and touch the Duomo! The owners were so easy to work with and were very accommodating with our arrival and departure. They contacted us via email and were quick to reply whenever there was a question. They do some simple things that really make for a perfect stay: stock the fridge with yogurt, juice, coffee, tea, milk, jam, butter; provide maps of Florence; provide a book of recommended restaurants, sites, and shops in the area; they also provide small soaps, laundry soap, toilet paper, and sponge. These little touches really set them apart from some owners. It allowed us to really enjoy our days in Florence! I would definitely stay in this apartment on a future visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

This apartment home was fantastic!!! A perfect walking distance to all the sights we wanted to see in Florence. The view is spectacular! Loved waking to the sounds of the Duomo’s bells every morning (they don’t ring until 7am, quiet all night). The apartment is spacious and clean. Beds are comfortable and having the kitchen saved lots of time and money, The only drawback is the five flights of stairs but that is a small price to pay for the view. I would highly recommend this apartment. Thank you Irene and Salvatore for sharing this beautiful home with us.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Florence

Amazing view from the windows of the Florence Cathedral. The apartment is very open and spacious, nice bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with showers- this was great since there were 4 of us. Our hostess was amazing- helped us reserve a taxi for an early departure. We will definitely come back and stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H., Salt Lake City, UT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and hosts!

Irene was amazing. She was so communicative the whole time. My plane to Italy had mechanical issues and I ended up missing my connection and being very delayed. Irene and her husband met my older mom at the VRBO and helped her get her bags upstairs, her phone connected to the wifi, and showed her restaurants and places nearby on a map. The location is near everything. You have a great view and short walks to all the main attractions (~10 minutes). The apartment was very clean and exactly like the photos. As mentioned it is up 4 flights of stairs, so I would avoid bring heavy roller bags. I would absolutely recommend Irene's place to everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefania F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic and peaceful location in the historic center of Firenze

We have stayed in really great apartments all around the city over the past 30 years, usually traveling with our son and sometimes with friends, too. This time it was just my husband and I, but when I stumbled upon the listing for the Cupola apartment, we thought it looked perfect. The central location was extremely convenient, the hosts were quick to communicate, and we had plenty of space to spread out and work when necessary. Most importantly, this central spot was remarkably SILENT at night. We have heard motorini, drunk tourists, and general chaos in other parts of the city. Ironically, the Cupola was the most quiet of all. It was magical to wake to the sounds of the bells every morning. It was convenient to pop "home" late afternoon to freshen up before heading out for an aperitivo. The wifi worked well for email, but phone calls were more challenging. Video calls were unsuccessful, but the one bedroom - the first one as one enters the apartment - was fine for brief audio calls. My husband had difficulty communicating with clients, so connectivity was really the only down side to our stay. Salvatore and Irene were great hosts who offered abundant recommendations. I highly recommend this property for a relaxing holiday in the heart of Firenze.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruno M., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location 10 minutes to everything

Our property stay was fantastic. The property has everything you need. Especially if you do not want to eat out every night. Salvatore meet us at the apartment, and his introduction to Florence was magnificent. He is right, every major attraction is within 10 to 15 minute walk. Perfect for us. Went out, came back and rested. Went out again. There is no lift, but after a few days the four flights of stairs were a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice apartment

Irene's apartment was very well furnished and comfortable. A terrific location close to everthing. To be any closer to the Duomo we would have to sleep in the bell tower. She is friendly, she met us at the apartment, spoke english very well and was a very caring and responsive host too. Hot water went out for a little while and she rushed over on her bike and fixed it herself! She made sure we had some small breakfast items for our first morning after traveling to get there. I highly recommend her apartment, but bring small luggage as she honestly says in her listing....It is a great apartment on the 5th floor with no elevator. I would stay there again...No problem. Grazie mille Irene.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time staying here, great location, clean flat, great host.

One week stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Irene Paoli

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Languages:

English, French, Italian