Title: Luxury Renaissance Palace Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=1222&destination=Florence%2C+Tuscany%2C+Italy&selected=18767813&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Luxury Renaissance Palace ## Photo gallery for Luxury Renaissance Palace ![Interior - Luxury Renaissance Palace (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18767900/18767813/375888a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Luxury Renaissance Palace (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18767900/18767813/b82c1ae6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Luxury Renaissance Palace (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18767900/18767813/b16ce228.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury Renaissance Palace (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18767900/18767813/5e3d3730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Luxury Renaissance Palace (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18767900/18767813/b1659bc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the essence of Renaissance Florence in this luxury palace. With a peaceful private garden, spacious living room, and cozy bedrooms, guests can unwind in style. Fiber cable WiFi and flat TV with Apple TV keep you connected. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Renaissance Palace A luxury Renaissance palace in the heart of where Renaissance was born. Located next to Santa Croce, our 3 bedroom house offers a peaceful stay faraway from the city noise. Offering Tradition & Modernity, our venue is a magical way to live Florence. Our venue is a pearl right in the center of the city. Every wall to be touched, hidden spot to be uncovered, painting and antique to be admired, will highlight its Renaissance essence and will embrace you throughout your stay. Filled with history and mystery, our accommodation offers the perfect match between living the traditional noble Florence as it once was and our modern furnishings, such as brand new kitchen. And with its spacious living-room and cozy bedrooms, our guests will have a unique time to relax in one of the finest houses in Florence, located in the very best part of the city. The living-room overlooks a totally quiet private garden. Our third bedroom has a loft with two single beds, therefore we can comfortably host up to 8 people. Fiber cable WiFi, flat TV with Apple TV and Netflix. \*Please note: the Florence Council requires us to collect €4 per adult (over 12 y.o.) per night, for a maximum of 7 nights\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Netflix - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521300/521254/ae173524.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel David Oltrarno - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 904 reviews $137 nightly $165 total Mar 23 - Mar 24 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=521254&PinnedHotelID=521254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3620000/3620000/3619961/733dd024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Mulino di Firenze, WorldHotels Crafted Florence - 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Children under 12 do not pay Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is no 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 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 IT048017C2TWOBEMDX ### 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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Firenze Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Luxury Renaissance Palace Firenze Luxury Renaissance Florence Luxury Renaissance Palace Florence Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Florence Luxury Renaissance Florence Luxury Renaissance Palace Florence Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Luxury Renaissance Palace Apartment Florence ## About the neighborhood Located on a river, this apartment is in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighborhood in Florence. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Palazzo Vecchio. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Florence travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Florence.dx1222) [View more Apartments in Florence](https://www.expedia.com/Florence-Apartments.d1222-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C43.76816%2C11.26110&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9E0cWeqajIQR4tcxKKvTWs4Uz1s=) Firenze, FI ### What's nearby - ![Piazza Santa Croce, Florence](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6248194/74373be5-a876-430d-8ff0-e751d43ca5c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza Santa Croce 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Basilica of Santa Croce which includes heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501049/87921474-cbc1-43ec-aae2-17a1062bf553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica of Santa Croce 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Piazza della Signoria featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508341/3cacf52e-4a22-482f-a8a5-1899ef71fd87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza della Signoria 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Arcetri showing heritage architecture, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501034/d6ab4aae-2c02-4824-b3dd-a7370ffc8eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palazzo Vecchio 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Uffizi Gallery in Florence in Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075462/638682df-5d23-4089-83af-be7850616ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Uffizi Gallery 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Florence Rovezzano Station 6 min drive - San Marco University Tram Stop 18 min walk - Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Gelateria dei Neri 2 min walk - Boccadama 2 min walk - Note Di Vino 2 min walk - Berberè 2 min walk - Finisterrae 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Renaissance Palace pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Luxury Renaissance Palace? ### What time is check-out at Luxury Renaissance Palace? ### Where is Luxury Renaissance Palace located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Renaissance Palace Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 128 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Apartment was wonderful, super location. We really enjoyed our stay. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect location The location was perfect for a large group. We could walk everywhere and many dining and grocery options near by. The house itself was a work of art. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon M. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location Location is exceptional Street is quiet Great restaurants within 5 minutes Santa Croce church 1 minute Taxi service and coffee bars nearby and a food supermarket Living room is a great room to spend time with the family Stairs are a little steep for my older family Communication with owner is great ##### Jon M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice n. Aug 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely wonderful! Super clean, very comfortable. I would definitely come back and stay here again! It was a fun place to stay. Thank you so much for letting us use your place. ##### Janice n. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stu K. Jan 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Property in the Heart of Florence! My family loved our stay in Elisabetta and Cosimo's property. It is walkable to all main Florence attractions, and in a really lovely street right off Piazza Santa Croce. Hosts were excellent with communication. We would definitely recommend and stay here again! ##### Stu K. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherri S. Apr 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luxury all around! WAY better than expected! We spent 2 weeks here with our adult children and their partners (8 of us) visiting our daughter who was studying abroad here in Florence, it was absolutely amazing! Everyone had a bed, 2 full bathrooms, extra large kitchen/dining area, plenty of room for all of us. The host was available for anything and everything we needed. NO complaints at all whatsoever…worth every dime ##### Sherri S. Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bevan R. Sep 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great base to explore Florence Our family really enjoyed this property. Plenty of space; very comfortable; and an excellent location. It's a perfect spot for a few days in Florence! It is everything that it says in the pictures. ##### Bevan R. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pete L. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beautiful place! The place has tons of room, and is uniquely designed. We were a family of 7 with 4 adults. It was a nice stay for 9 days. Cosmo and his family were hospitable and provided great instructions/communications. I would recommend this place if you're staying in Florence. Quiet place east of all the activities. ##### Pete L. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karyn H. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Italy Family Vacay 2023 Such a beautiful home! Great location. Central to everything we wanted to do. There was all the amenities we needed. Immaculately clean and comfortable. Great beds and comfie furnishings. ##### Karyn H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda F. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 30 year Anniversary family gathering My family of 7, Spent 5 nights in this beautiful apartment. Great location in Santa Croce neighborhood, close to many attractions and restaurants, and shops. Walkable to almost everything. Elevator a bonus for luggage to second level. ##### Linda F. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russ S. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Place to Stay in Florence We had an amazing stay with my wife, three adult children and their respective boyfriends. The location could not have been better, walking distance to literally everything. The apartment itself... wow, we are still talking about it. I travel often for work and for leisure, and this is one of the best stays of my life. ##### Russ S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cara C. Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Renaissance palace Gorgeous property in the Santa Croce neighborhood- plenty of space, impressive artwork and features. Quiet location close to all the tourist destinations. My only complaint was that you did not have access to the garden, it is the owner’s private garden, and the VRBO description makes it seem part of your rental- a little disappointing. Overall an amazing property in a gorgeous, super safe setting- RECOMMEND! ##### cara C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RACHAEL M. Jul 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An absolutely divine stay Thank you sincerely for letting us stay in your gorgeous apartment. We stayed in 9 different places over four weeks in Italy and this was by far the best. There are many standouts - the location, the quiet, the safety, the atmosphere, but the beautiful architecture and lavish decoration was on top- plus the beds - they are so comfortable. When I come back to Florence, I would chose to stay here again above any other option. Thank you :) ##### RACHAEL M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana M. Dec 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Was located in a great central walking location. Stairs going up to 2nd floor for majority of bedrooms can be challenge. The elevator is a must to get luggage up, so very glad to have it.Very modern kitchen area, some doors can be tricky /noisy to open or close but does add to the rustic historical charm of the place. ##### Dana M. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy K. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, great property The property was spacious for 6 people and the check-in was easy. There’s an elevator outside the main door to bring luggage up to the second floor — the spiral staircase does have many steps so I recommend the elevator if steps are hard. I had to book an extra night and the hosts were accommodating and let us stay the extra night. I communicated with the hosts via the VRBO app, and they were quick to respond. I would recommend this property for families traveling through Tuscany. ##### Amy K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris Y. Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Our family of 5 adults and one 7 y/o had a wonderful stay. The location is great and is easily walkable to all the tourist sites and to restaurants and grocery. The properth is unique and very quiet without street noise. It was 98-99 degrees outside when we were in Firenze in July. So the upstairs bedrooms were a bit warm but are air conditioned. The property did list an outdoor space which was not available to use. I think this has now been corrected. We enjoyed our stay immensely ##### Kris Y. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa F. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Stay in a Perfect Location The palace is gorgeous and our hosts extremely gracious. Communication with them was prompt. The location was convenient to everything in the city, yet quiet when we returned from sightseeing each day. The apartment itself was spotless. Our hosts had a big bowl of fruit waiting for us. There is 1 bedroom on the main floor, and the remaining bedrooms up a spiral staircase. There is only 1 bathroom upstairs, so it’s possible that 4-6 people could be sharing. However, all in all an A+ ##### Lisa F. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. Apr 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Florence Borgo, Santa Croce 17 our host Elizabeta was very responsive. The home is beautiful!!. It is located a block away from the Piazza Santa Croce. There was a very detailed booklet about the home which we found very helpful. A truly unique European experience, the living room and kitchen/dining room area, were very welcoming and had all the amenities that you could want. The bedroom on the first floor was very unique and I was told the ceiling fresco painting is over 450 years old. The two bedrooms upstairs were very comfortable. As mentioned in previous reviews, access to the second floor, and ultimately, the third floor where there two other beds were located could be challenging as access is via a stone spiral stair case similar to the Duomo’s in Florence. The apartment is just outside of Piazza Santacroce, and it is walking distance to many of the must see places in Florence The museums the Duomo there are so many fantastic restaurants and cafés within a five minute walk. Taxi service was also readily available overall a fantastic stay. ##### Michael M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LJ H. Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super! We stayed 8 days in July and were very pleased with the Luxury Renaissance Palace. The weather was very hot but the thick stone walls helped keep the place cool. There are air conditioners in the bedrooms but not in the communal areas. \*Decor is amazing \*Located in the Santa Croce neighborhood - tons of restaurants and shops \*Washing machine, no dryer - we washed clothes daily \*Beds are large and comfortable \*Lots of toiletries in the downstairs bathroom \*Decent WiFi \*Kitchen had a lot of cooking supplies & cookware but we ate out every night. \*Plenty of hot water & good water pressure \*Lots of towels We enjoyed staying here... the apartment is part of an old palace and has a circular staircase to the upper bedrooms. which could pose a challenge to those with mobility issues We briefly met the owner who checked us in. I wish we could have spent more time with her to learn more about the apartment, but since we arrived late at night (due to a cancelled flight) it didn't happen. I recommend this rental and hope for a second stay next year. Thank you Elisabetta ##### LJ H. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley W. May 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, wonderful stay! Highly recommend! The Luxury Renaissance Palace was amazing! Highly recommend! This place was absolutely beautiful! It was so very kind of the hosts to leave a bowl full of fresh fruit and bottle of Prosecco in the fridge for us! We enjoyed that so very much! We also loved this location. It was quiet and we felt very safe. So close to a beautiful church, some fun bars and an INCREDIBLE restaurant. La Buchetta Food & Wine 2 was SO good that we ate there two nights in a row! FUN servers and excellent food! Look at the restaurant reviews! We were able to check in early and communication with Elisabetta was fantastic. Her mom met us right as scheduled and was so kind! She didn't speak English, however showed us a nice welcome video that we could understand. We wished how to use the keys was included in the video. We didn't completely understand from the Italian instruction! For future guests... the skeleton keys are for the front and main door and the key fob is for the gate. When leaving there is a button on the left wall to open the gate. We had some fun trying to figure this out! You are welcome! ;) We also found Pizzeria Ristorante I Tarocchi on the other side of the Arno but very close. It was very good food and service was great. The pear tortellini with Tallegio cream sauce was to die for. Try it, you won't be disappointed! Only issue was the main shower didn't drain well so was almost unusable... but otherwise this place was amazing! I'd book it again! Thank you! ##### Ashley W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nan P. Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful apartment in a great location. Host was very nice and made us feel very welcome ##### Nan P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda F. Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This apartment was perfect for our family trip! The location was perfect to the bridge, food, and local markets. The rooms were all very comfortable with nice linens. Shared spaces had enough seating and the bathrooms were all clean. Communication with our host was a breeze and we would highly recommend booking! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f813183e-db5d-4e78-af0c-bf182a088644-1760818067427.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3a6077a7-fe35-4251-844b-1a1422e908cb-1760818067323.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b27eace5-2ce4-416c-aa18-88b3f554178d-1760818073118.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6e26891a-c5e9-402b-b074-43d797aba39c-1760818074108.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Brenda F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather S. Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend. Perfect location and the apartment is just beautiful. Elisabetta and Beatrice were exceptional hosts! Don't miss out! ##### Heather S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin M. Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a fantastic stay! The property was exactly as described, fantastic location steps from Santa Croce. Beatrice was so welcoming & kind. The fresh fruit she left for us was a great touch. Will definitely stay here again when we return! ##### Robin M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth J. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful space! My girlfriends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Palace Apt. The location is amazing and the host is very communicative. Would stay here again next time we are in Florence! ##### Beth J. 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