Italy Hotel Recap: Hits & Misses

With Chinese New Year approaching, I'm planning trips again—time to review my Italy stays from last year! Our route: Milan → Venice → Florence (with Siena) → Rome. 📍Milan | C-Hotels Atlantic (2 nights) 👍 Pros: • Friendly staff, clean rooms • Steps from Milan Central Station (great for day trips) • Surrounded by eateries & supermarkets 👎 Cons: • Tiny rooms (barely fit luggage) • Far from metro (walking required) 📍Venice | Campanile Venice Mestre (2 nights) 👍 Pros: • Strong water pressure (shower bliss!) • Budget-friendly outside carnival season (~¥400/night) 👎 Cons: • Price surged during Carnival (2x normal rate) • Off the main island (requires bus rides) 📍Florence | C-Hotels Diplomat (3 nights) ⚠️ Avoid! 👍 Only pro: Near Santa Maria Novella Station 👎 Cons: • Rude front desk • Musty rooms (had to argue to switch!) • Reports of staff theft on Google Reviews 📍Florence | Airbnb (2 nights) 👍 Pros: • Artsy vibe + stunning sunrise views from balcony • Local neighborhood with authentic pizza/steak spots 👎 Cons: • Far from attractions (bus needed) • No elevator (old building) 📍Rome | Parisii Bocca di Leone 88 (3 nights) 🌟 Top Pick! 👍 Pros: • Newly renovated, stylish rooms • Prime location by Spanish Steps + luxury shopping • Welcome fruit & cookies 👎 Minor con: New paint smell Lesson learned: Book early for festivals, and always check recent reviews! #ItalyTravel #VeniceCarnival #FlorenceFails #RomanHoliday