Sant'Ambrogio Suave

If sightseeing is on your to-do list, this apartment is more than ideal. Florence's landmarks are within easy reach, from the red-domed Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (ten minutes on foot) to the hallowed halls of the Uffizi Galleries (fifteen minutes away). Plenty of shops and eateries are nearby, too. As for the apartment itself, you'll find it on the fourth floor of a building without a lift. The living space is cosy and modern, boasting a sofa bed for two guests. There's a galley-style kitchen, a compact bathroom, and a pair of comfortable bedrooms. We think it's a convenient option – if you don't mind steep stairs, that is.

Home truths:
*At full capacity, two guests will sleep on a sofa bed in the living area.
*This apartment is on the fourth floor of a building without a lift. The stairs are steep and there are a lot of them.
*The bathroom is on the smaller side.
*Please note that there isn't a washing machine here, so it may not suit longer visits.
*The dining table has only four chairs, so not all six guests can sit together. There are two stools at the breakfast bar in the kitchen, though.