Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo
C. Italy: Tuscany: Florence
If this 15th century palazzo were any closer to the Duomo, it would be a chapel IN the Duomo! This is a dream come true for those who inquire, "Is it close to the Duomo?!" The Niccolini family are nobility and have transformed part of their commodious palace into a residence offering guests the opportunity to feel more at home in the center of Florence than they would in a hotel. Everything is new and done with great taste and style. Accommodations include two doubles, one superior double, two junior suites, and two suites, one of which is on the top of the building with a large sitting room and huge windows facing the cathedral (the Duomo view from here is nothing short of amazing). The large superior room connects to a large suite with bed and sitting room so it could be a two-bedroom suite. Rooms each have individual temperature controls, double pane glass windows (it is very quiet within the building), in-room safes, mini bar, satellite television, and computer jack. The two double rooms are the smallest accommodations and have twin beds. Rooms facing an interior courtyard are the quietest of all and do not have view of the Duomo, but it is never far away!! The walls of the junior suite are all frescoed. Guests will have a key to the palace as though they were guests of the owners. Breakfast, tea and aperitifs are offered on a complimentary basis. The suite can accommodate a family of four with two very well behaved children.

NOTE: This property is listed as an historical residence, and therefore has no stars.