This place was spectacular! It is an apartment spaced into several rooms with a very nice central area for sitting and socializing (if there was anyone else there!). We went right after the peak season, so I think we were the only ones in the entire place. The owner is only there from ~8am to 1pm...

The only irregularity was checking in. Even then, it was just unusual, not a hassle at all. The owner left us a key to the outside door, and I called him to get the door code into the apartment. Our room key was ready for us, even though he was not there.

The room itself was great! Room 5 had vaulted ceilings and a nice big bathroom. It was clean (although you could smell that someone had smoked in there previously) and the bed was very comfortable. Lots of room to move around and put your luggage/clothes. Oh, and there was free high speed internet (the only hotel that had it on our entire two week trip in Italy!)

Breakfast was plain but decent - some yogurt, jam, Nutella, toast, croissants in a package, and coffee. We were the only ones there (as far as I could tell), so we basically had the entire place to ourselves. Thanks for making our vacation a great one!

The B&B is conveniently located, however there's so much better out there in Florence, that I don't see the point to stay in this ugly, small and sad B&B. The owner is not very helpful, didn't allow late check out despite the B&B was empty and charged a night we missed due to flight cancellation. At breakfast I asked a white yogurt and he said that nobody eats them so he does not buy them ! Rooms are tiny and some have no windows. There's no way to have even a cup of tea ! Look somewhere else !

Residenza Il Maggio is a wonderful choice for a stay in Florence.
We stayed there for 2 nights.
The location is perfect, in a very quiet and safe neighbourhood, close to the US Embassy, near to all the main attractions.
The owners, Mr. Roberto and his wife, were very kind, and helped with all our questions.
We were given "the best room", room n. 3. It was big, very clair (had a balcony) and simply but elegantly decorated.
All the B&B is very well decorated, very tasteful.
I would definitely stay there again!

Il Maggio was a great place to be in, coupled with a great host- Roberto, we had a blast in Florence. Despite the fact that we were late, Roberto waited patiently for us. During our short stay, he gave advice on where to go, what to do, and when we finally had to drive off to our next destination, he gave us good directions as well.
Roberto was beyond helpful and extremely obliging. He allowed us to leave our luggage behind while we collected the car from the terribly inaccessible Borgo Ognisanti and gave directions on how to navigate Florence's many one way streets that nearly drove us crazy!
The bed and breakfast itself was lovely. It was always clean and tidy, and the location was great too! Just behind the American Embassy, where you'd have no troubles sleeping because of the peace and quiet that other hotels could not offer. And just a short walk away from everything!
Thanks Roberto! - your friends from Singapore!