Travellers Reviews
Submitted by michael nachlas, louisburg, kansas, United States
Wonderful experience and warm feeling in a forgein country. Like being home
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Submitted by Renee Metsch, North Andover, MA, United States
we were greeted by the very friendly owner. She helped us with luggage upon arrival.
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The owner was SO friendly and knowledgeable and accommodating. She was helpful in helping us to plan our itinerary while we were there and also before we arrived via email. It rained while we were there and she had umbrellas for all the guests. The decor of the central areas and the rooms were beautiful, spacious and comfortable. The linens were luxurious, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful. A nice assortment and some homemade treats. The location was central to all major attractions. The only bad thing was there were lots of stairs to get to the entrance.
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There are lots of stairs before you arrive at the front entrance. People in poor health may have troubles. however, the owner did help us with our luggage.
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. A MUST stay at place. Best value. You won't regret it.
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Submitted by Janette Davison, Lutz, United States
Gabriella was available to check us in personally. She even helped carry luggage up the stairs. We were early arriving, but she was happy to accomodate our luggage early while we started our sightseeing, and our room and luggage were exactly as she promised when we returned.
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Very pleasant accomodations. Owners were very accomodating and even fixed the wireless internet access so it could be used from our room.
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Not for anyone with limited mobility (due to the steep stairway entrance), but otherwise great, homely, clean, and comfortable accomdation in a historic building with easy access to almost anywhere in Florence.
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Submitted by Jan Charvat, Alpine, California, United States
The rooms are nice, simple, as advertised.
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Beautiful, quiet B&B. Friendly and helpful host and hostess. First-rate central location.
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Submitted by Linda Barry, Okemos, Michigan, United States
We rented a car, and were driving to Florence. We didn't know how difficult it would be to negotiate the streets in the historic center of Florence. Had we taken a cab, we probably would have had no difficulties!
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We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Il Bargello. The property was beautiful, and the hosts couldn't have been more friendly and helpful!
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Everything about our stay was beautiful and well organized.
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The location is superb, and the accommodations are beautiful! Gabriella, the hostess was wonderful. We were sorry to leave!
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Submitted by Jan Ducker, Sylmar, California, United States
We called from the train station and got excellent directions. We were greeted enthusiastically by Gabrielle, the owner of Il Bargello.
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Il Bargello was even better than we expected. The rooms were spacious and lovely. Each morning a sumptuous continental breakfast was laid out for us. Staff was extremely helpful: suggesting restaurants, making reservations both for eating and for visiting museums and sites, providing maps and directions, etc.
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Il Bargello was far and away a very good value for the money.
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Staying at Il Bargello was like coming to Italy and staying with friends.
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I've already highly recommended Il Bargello to several friends.
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Submitted by Ian Holton, Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
Very happy with the arrival
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Would recommend to my friends, and have!
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Very central location, clean, helpful staff willing to book entrance to museums, recommend restaurants. Access to internet from the B&B's PC was most helpful.
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Submitted by Rona Hamilton, Seal Beach, CA, United States
I had the absolutely best time in Florence. Gabriella and her husband could not have been better hosts. Gabriella meet me at the door downstairs and help me carry up my suitcase.
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I loved Florence and a lot of that had to do with the input from Gabriella at II Bargello. She gave me a map and told me the best places to visit and all the little pointers on how to best take advantage of what Florence has to offer. II Bargello was the cutest place imaginable. The was a cute little sitting room with free internet access and the floor top deck gave you a clear view to the Dumo. The place was new and extremely clean. Gabriella cleaned the room each day. I would always to this over renting an apartment. The breakfast each morning was great with a chappichino and fresh toasted bread, yogurt, ceral and a number of other choices. I couldn't have asked for anything more. Gabriella's husbnd even copied my photo's onto a CD for me. I would definately recommend going here over any B&B that I have ever been too. Gabriella recommed a wine tour that was small and fabulous and got me to Sienna and Pisa. I hope you enjoy your trip to Florence as much as I did.
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At check out Gabriella's husband and brother waited to carry my suitcases down stairs. I was very thankful about that! I felt the serice and friendlyness could not have been better.
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Gabriella is very neat and organized and and speaks fluent english and Italien. This makes all the difference in the world when she was giving detail information on where to go and what to do. She knew the city so well and had such good advice that she made my trip one of the most memoriable that I have ever gone on..
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I was clean and cute and had a lot of charater. It was recently completing remodeled and was very comfortably set up. The details made it really homey and it felt warm and freiendly to come back to in the evening. I would highly reommend staying here.
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Submitted by Mark Baron, Andover, United States
Fabulous location, exceptional assistance from Gabriella for everything from museum reservations to restaurant suggestions.
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I never actually saw the website. The B&b was recommended to us by friends who had stayed there.
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Incredibly convenient location and particularly helpful proprietor who is Canadian and understands what Americans need in the way of assistance. The Bargello room is particularly nice because it has a rooftop terrace and large bathroom. The breakfasts were substantial. We would highly recommend Il Bargello to anyone looking for a great value in a superb location. - Andi Pollinger, Boston, Ma
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Submitted by Pat Christie, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
All excellent
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I didn't realize how enjoyable the roof terrace would be. We loved it!
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Very friendly and helpful with great rooms and an excellent facility.
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Submitted by Dawn Keefe, Yorktown, VA, United States
Gabrellia was there to greet us. We arrived before the check in time, so she held our luggage until the room was ready.
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We had a very pleasant stay at this property. I would recommend Il Bargello to friends and would stay there again.
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Gabrellia was a very friendly, hands on proprietor. She was helpful with restaurant recommendations, gave good advice regarding shopping, train reservations, & bus service to Siena, and helped us with reservations to some of the tourist sites. The location of this B&B was excellent.
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Submitted by Stephanie Punko, Austin, United States
The rooms were delightful!
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Talk with the managers before you arrive and ask them to provide a list of activities in the area--like day tours. They are always more then happy to book reservations for you and recommend activities/restaurants/etc.
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Beautiful. Wonderful, helpful and incredibly friendly staff. Very knowledgable! Definately a place to return. I don't think I could visit Florence again and not stay there.
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Submitted by susan powell, Toronto, Ontario M4K3V2, Canada
We were given a very warm welcome by Gabriella and made to feel like part of the family during our stay. She met us on our arrival and helped carry our heavy bags up 3 flights of stairs. Carrying bags down at the end of the trip was a different storey. Everything in between was 100% satisfaction.
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We were so impressed with the quality, comfort and cleanliness of our stay at Il Bargello B&B. We looked forward to Breakfast each morning as Gabriella presented a delicious table full of food including cereals, toast & peanut butter, Canadian coffee and cafe latte's!! We were very comfortable and highly recommend Gabriella and her beautiful new B&B.
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Checking out was easy, and there were NO hidden or additional charges. We were sad to leave as we were made to feel very comfortable, just like home.
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The stairs with no elevator is the ONLY negative thing I can say. Everything else was more than expected.
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Home away from home.
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Submitted by sharon Wiggins, Hendersonville, United States
Fabulous location and English speaking hostess. Modern accomodations in a totally updated building from the 1400s.
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Perfectly located, warm & gracious service, clean & cheerful; innkeepers extended themselves to be sure we knew everything we wanted to about Florence.
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Submitted by Tim Mattern, Elk Grove, United States
A wonderful arrival...bothy owners were there to greet us and help with our bags. Couldn't ask for more.
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I have only positive things to say about this place. A wonderful find, and so centrally located too. I wouldn't stay anywhere else while in Florence. Thanks. -Tim
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best value in all of Florence (if not all of Italy).
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Submitted by Robert Turner, Zebulon, NC, United States
Robert has left no specific comment, however has rated the overall satisfaction rate with a 87% score, his arival experience with a 91% value and his check-out with a 89% rate. |
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Submitted by Wendy Thornton, Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Excellent location, clean, comfortable, and friendly. Would definately stay here again.
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Submitted by Harry Spaeth, Philadelphia, United States
Considering we were several hours late because
flight delays caused us to miss our connecting
flight AND our luggage was lost, our hosts
were very helpful, cordial and welcoming.
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They were unfailingly polite and helpful.
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Again, they were gracious and helpful!
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Interesting restoration history in order to
convert this 500 year old building (by the
present owners) into a lovely third-storey
B&B.
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The B&B is freshly renovated with A/C and a
lovely rooftop terrace. The owners are
wonderful hosts. The rooms are pleasant and
ample. The location is excellent.
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Submitted by Karen Black, Toronto, Canada
When I arrived, I had lost my wallet en route to Italy -- Gabriela offered to pay for my cab to the B&B and gave me 50 euros until I could arrange for a transfer of funds. She went above and beyond to assist me, and her trust and warmth was appreciated during a very stressful couple of days.
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In addition to assisting me during my awkward arrival, Gabriela had great suggestions for restaurants, leather shops, oil shops, etc. She was also very open to hear my experience, and took down the name of a woman I took cooking classes with. Would highly recommend Il Bargello to anyone visiting Florence -- warmth, professionalism and great service!
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Incredible warmth, hospitality, enthusiasm and service. Also, Gabriela is chatty and fun, as well as being professional. She also has great suggestions as to where to eat, etc. without being pushy about it. I'd highly recommend it to anyone! A home away from home.
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Submitted by Lynne Newstead, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Stairs were a bit of a challenge with cases after walking from the station, but Gabriella helped with the luggage.
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Gabriella could not have been more friendly and helpful. She phoned the Accademia and booked our tickets, suggested going up to the Piazza Michelangelo where the view was stunning and provided wine glasses for the roof terrace. Breakfast was excellent too.
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Bit of a panic when trying to use my credit card as I did not know my PIN number. Was not allowed to sign for it as expected, so had to used my debit card instead.
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Il Bargello is ideally situated in Florence - it could not be more central. We walked everywhere. The room was quite compact, but we had everything we needed, and all spotlessly clean. We were in Tuscany for two weeks, and the breakfasts here were by far the best. The one drawback is the stairs -no lift, but a big bonus is the lovely roof terrace -ideal for a drink in the early evening. Gabriella was extremely helpful and friendly. Would return and recommend to anybody.
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Submitted by Andrew Barton, Firenze, Italy
This was a wonderful place to stay. The only
drawback was that it was up three flights of
stairs with no elevator; a problem when we
were hauling our luggage up and down and the
beginning of our stay.
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The room seemed more spacious on the web, and
we didn't know about the lack of an elevator.
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The dollar was very weak, so it ended up
costing more than we anticipated to us just
because of that.
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No elevator and three very steep flights of
stairs.
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Quaint with friendly staff. We enjoyed
chatting with the other guests at breakfast,
and liked being able to make tea when we came
home at night. There's also a roof top
available for chatting and relaxing--very nice
in the morning and evening.
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Submitted by Brian Weeks, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Emphasise 3rd floor location with 77 steps.
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Excellent central location but still quiet. Very friendly welcome. Clean adequate accommodation with very good shower. Nice to sit on rooftop terrace.
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Submitted by Gary Heck, Zionsville, United States
The B&B is located in the heart of the pedistrian zone of Florence and you must ring the bell to announce your arrival. Gabriella was most helpful in assisting us up with luggage (3 flights and no elevator).
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I think you need to emphasize that that Il Bargello is on the third floor and there is no elevator....could be a problem for people that have health problems. Otherwise, a great location. I'd suggest that Gabriella has some fruit at breakfast, as it tended to be all breads.
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Lack of elevator. Superb location to tour the heart of Florence.
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Great location; wonderful hostess; clean facilities;
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Submitted by Michael Knapp
We loved the room and the hostess was the mostess!!
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Great location and great hostess.
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Submitted by Thomas Denton
We knew from the website that the B&B was on the third storey of the building, but were somewhat daunted when we realized how high that was (77 steps). But our hosts came running down and carried our bags up for us. This, for we seniors, was wonderful.
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Our room was extraordinary, very spacious, beautiful tiled floors, well furnished, outstanding bathroom - everything new and all very tasteful. Above the floor containing the B&B there is a very nice roof deck with views over the roofs of Florence.
Our hostess was helpful with directions to a restaurant for dinner, and to the Academmia.
The location is ideal, seemingly in the very centre of Old Florence, and within comfortable walking distance of much anyone would want to see.
The only negative was that the noise of revellry from the streets below on a Saturday night continued until 4:30 a.m.
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Once again our helpful hosts carried our bags down to the taxi which they had ordered for us.
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no. The place is indeed a gem
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Try to get into Il Bargello B&B. The location is perfect, the quality of accommodation is outstanding, the breakfast excellent, and the hosts wonderfully warm and helpful. You must of course be fit enough to hamdle the 77 steps up to it.
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Submitted by John Hilliard
John has left no specific comment, however has rated the overall satisfaction rate with a 87% score, his arival experience with a 100% value and his check-out with a 89% rate. |
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Submitted by Bill Herring
Il Bargello B&B offers excellent value. The owner, Gabriella, operates the facility very well & is an outstanding resource for any information desired. She is available at all times & is desirous of insuring that your stay is enjoyable. The B&B is in excellant condition. The baths, in particular, are more modern than would be expected in a typical Italian in or b&b.
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Submitted by Kathleen Sheldon
Lots of steps so not for everyone, but worth
the climb. Friendly, prompt service upon
arrival.
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Wonderful stay; couldn't have asked for a
better place.
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A perfect place with a friendly staff in the
perfect location. I would highly recommend
this bed and breakfast.
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Submitted by Penny
Gabriella is a such a warm and wonderful person and we truly valued her friendly guidance. My husband, nine year old son and I had a lovely stay. I couldn't think of one thing to improve upon!
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Submitted by Leslie
When you arrive Gabriella meets you and helps you carry in your bags!
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Very clean, wonderful rooftop sitting area, Gabriella, the owner, is extremely kind and helpful, rooms are comfortable with new, sparkling clean bathrooms.
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Submitted by fiona
Gabriella was very welcoming and gave us lots of useful information.
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We really enjoyed our stay in this comfortable B&B.
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Excellent. Good location. Gabriella's friendliness and helpfulness made our holiday a great success.
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Submitted by ROSE
Very warm reception.
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Extremely accomodating and helpful.
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Owner was most helpful with restaurant, shopping, taxi and other hints.
Wonderful, warm place, made to feel at home.
Excellent location.
Rose
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Submitted by Allan
Much closer to the centre of everything than expected. One consideration is the number of stairs (77) to reach the top floor where the B&B is located. Well worth the hike but for people with mobility issues this would be a consideration.
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Fantastic B&B! Great location and rooms were wonderful. Very helpful staff in terms of booking special events in Florence and recommending excellent restaurants. 5 star!
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Il Bargello was wonderful. The location was perfect to all of the sites. The room was spacious, comfortable and clean and the staff were extremely helpful.
They have a beautiful roof-top terrace that you can enjoy. Breakfast was great and perhaps the best cappacino's of all the B&B's we stayed at in Italy.
We would definately stay here again. The only one issue we can think of is if you have mobility issues. There are 77 steps up to the B&B. Well worth the walk in our minds!
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Submitted by Sara
Extremely warm and nice place to stay.
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As staying with an old friend.
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Submitted by Irene
Gabriella was extremely helpful and
welcoming. Also she saved us a lot of time
by making museum reservations and offering
travel advice.
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It was a wonderful place to stay - very
clean, beautiful and comfortable at a great
price. I will be recommending it.
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Submitted by Brad
The location was fantastic. The only negative thing was the noise coming from the road below, especially on the weekend nights. It probably was quieter in the rooms on the other side of the building. Other than that...fantastic.
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You can't go wrong with this B&B. The rooms were large, clean, and wonderfully decorated. The breakfast was just what you needed to get going for the day. The best thing about his place was its location. It is right in the heart of all the places to see in Florence. It also has a great roof top terrace with views of the city. The owners were extremely helpful in making suggestions for things to see and places to eat. They certainly went above and beyond what most are probably used to for B&B's in Italy. I would without a doubt stay here again.
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Submitted by Jennifer
Gabriella is delightful! And she runs a wonderful bed and breakfast. She accomodated our early arrival and late departure with a smile and helped with reservations during our stay. I definitely recommend Il Bargello B&B!
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spacious, high-ceiling rooms
awesome rooftop patio
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Submitted by Allison
We loved the Il Bargello.
- amazing location
- beautiful rustic rooms
- extremely comfy bed and pillows
- free internet access
The only issue we had was some noise... we stayed on a Saturday night and once the bars let out it was quite loud even with the window closed, so if you are staying on the wknd you might want to bring some ear plugs .
We would definitely stay here again.
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Submitted by NOelle
Terrific location!! 2 Blocks to Duomo and walking distance to everything in Florence. The owner Gabrielle is very gracious and helpful. Delicious breakfasts. Spotless accommodation. Very good value. I highly recommend this B&B.
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Submitted by jill
Excellent, we were met at the door and got help with our luggage.
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Very friendly all facilities necessary, plus extras
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Highly recommend this B&B
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Submitted by Claire
Despite our arrival in the middle of the night Gabriella was there to welcome us warmly.
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Submitted by Sarah
Il Bargello was great! Great location and great value for the money! A hop, skip and a jump away from the duomo and all other tourist points of interest.We paid 105 Euro in the middle of july with breakfast included. Gabriella (the owner)gave us great advice on restaurants and out of the ordinary things to do in florence-she has been living in florence for 9 years and really knows her stuff. The place itself was small, but cozie and beautifully maintained. The rooms had air conditioning which was a must!! Overall A+!
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Submitted by Judi
Gabrilla was very welcoming.
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Location was excellent and the beds very comtable. Loved the rooftop terrace.
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Great location and wonderful host. I felt cared for and greeted like a friend.
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Submitted by Patrick
The only problem we would highlight is that the property is on the third floor ( with no lift ) therefore it will be difficult for visitors with heavy luggage.
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We enjoyed our stay immensely. Gabriella was an excellent host who was always willing to offer advice on places to visit and eat. The accomodation was very clean the breakfasts were nice and the property is in an excellent location in the city.
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Ideal location with a very hospitable host who makes all her vistors very welcome in her home.
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Submitted by Daniel
Delightful place, wonderful host, worth the 4th-floor aerobic climb.
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Submitted by Dominic
Dominic has left no specific comment, however has rated the overall satisfaction rate with a 87% score, his arival experience with a 100% value and his check-out with a 89% rate. |
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Submitted by Joe
Wonderful host. Valuable tips on dining
and sightseeing. Only drawback was lack
of elevator to deal with several flights
of stairs.
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Favorable
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Submitted by Linda
Warm and comfortable. Just like staying at a friend's home. Laptop in the living room area was great for accessing e-mail. Had a library filled with books, including travel guides for Italy. Great breakfast and friendly, helpful owners.
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Submitted by Karen
Gabriela was fantastic -- extremely helpful and hospitable in every way! She went above and beyond to accommodate special requests, gave us excellent restaurant recommendations and other helpful advice, and was delightful to be around. We felt like we were visitng a friend.
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Terrific location, wonderful hostess -- a superb value in every way!
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Submitted by Linda
Our confusion on arriving was because of
driving in an unfamiliar city and not realizing that every side lane is a street-no matter how narrow. (We did, however, get to drive through some pedestrian zones and the wrong way through some of your smaller streets!) Once we got used to it, Florence was very driver friendly.
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Once we located the Bargello, we were warmly greeted, assisted with our bags, advised as to where to put the car, and given advice on the walking directions to get to our 'David' appointment. We were also helped with walking directions to m |
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