Proprietors Alessandro and Sonia Pini want you to use their house—in this case, part of a 15th-century palazzo—as if it were your own. Such warm sentiments extend to the cozy feeling created in the rooms, all of which are uniquely decorated and lovingly furnished; some have sweeping damask curtains, others fanciful frescoes in the bathroom. Pros: Marvelous staff, tasty breakfast with a view of Piazza della Signoria. Cons: Short flight of stairs to reach elevator.
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