For May visit: it's been 10 years since I've been in Florence and I must find a nice, centrally located Pensione for three couples. I'd appreciate any suggestions readers may have. <BR> <BR>Many thanks. <BR> <BR> <BR>

Try the Hotel Lombardi <BR>via Fiume 9-50123 Florence. <BR>tel# 055 283151 <BR>fax# 055 284808 <BR>It is a very nice, updated, little 26 room quiet pensione located off Nazionale. <BR>You will be literally 5 minutes from <BR>the train station, Duomo and the great #2 bus that gets you to all the great museums. Domenico (the owner) speaks fluent English. Ask for a room with a balcony. It is very reasonably priced, includes the standard Italian breakfast, <BR>and has a small lounge where you and your friends may congregate. <BR>Bon Voyage! <BR>Gloria

I have stayed several times (and sent friends here, everyone loves it): Hotel Il Bargellino, Via Guelfa 87, ph (055) 238-2658, fax (055) 238-2698, email: [email protected], website: www.ilbargellino.com. <BR> <BR>Carmel (from Boston) is the owner and is helpful with places to eat, etc. Ask for a room on the terrace. <BR> <BR>Sandy