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Hotel Balestri

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with bar/lounge, near Historic Centre of Florence

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Front of property - evening/night
Reception
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Front of property
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Valet parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Minibar
The price is $182
$215 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Balcony, River View | View from room

Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View | View from room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 21.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
The price is $238
$278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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About the neighborhood

Map
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palazzo Vecchio - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 34 min drive
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 18 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 19 min walk
  • Porta al Prato Station - 26 min walk
  • Unità Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 18 min walk
  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪All'Antico Vinaio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria dei Neri - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Berberè Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Base V Juicery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Buchetta Food & Wine - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Balestri

Hotel Balestri features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Historic Centre of Florence. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 51 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free (1 total, up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite valet parking (EUR 45.00 per day)
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1888
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 30
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

Children & extra beds

  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Valet parking costs EUR 45.00 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1LH8QL4RF

Also known as

Balestri
Balestri Florence
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Balestri Hotel Florence
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Balestri offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Balestri does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Balestri?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Balestri?
Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 45.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Balestri?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Balestri and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Hotel Balestri like?
Hotel Balestri is located by the river in Santa Croce, a short 1-minute walk from Historic Centre of Florence and 4 minutes' walk from Uffizi Gallery. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Hotel Balestri Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

they made everything right
we checked in to the hotel and i was surprised by the small lobby, but then saw the larger lobby on the other side of the small wall and it was fine for having drinks in the evening. the room -- with a balcony and river view-- was way too small for two people for 4 nights! I was so upset, you couldn't even open the balcony doors without them hitting the bed. I complained and by the next morning they were moving me to what they said was a "step down" -- a much larger room complete with sitting area, bathtub, larger bathroom, and a closet. the first room didn't even have a closet. I was ready to check out because i was so upset but they changed me and all was good from there on. nice breakfast set up and service. great location -- right on the river and literally a couple of blocks to Ufizzi and about 6 blocks to santa croce!
Roberta, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, wonderful service, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Alan, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

sharrin, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything very good
Simon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding hotel. Great location, excellent service. We will definitely book again.
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place was great. Right by the old bridge and easy walk to every where.
arthur, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quiet. Staff very curteous
michelle v, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What an amazing location and hotel. Really appreciated the staff. Loved being on the Arno.
Anne, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff, close to restaurants and the touristic scenes
gaby, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Property was clean and staff were very friendly. Location was perfect for us, within walking distance from all our activities. It was a heat wave scorching the city during our stay; we particularly liked that the air conditioning was working well and housekeeping was not modifying our settings during the day so we always had a nice cool room to use and escape the heat. Breakfast was also amazing, we enjoyed our morning coffees and delicious food. Our room was small but we felt comfortable enough during our stay. We would definitely use it again in the future.
Loredana, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shirall, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel room was clean and orderly. Breakfast was nice, everything offered was fresh yet basic. The hotel is 5 minutes away from Ponte Vecchio. Everything was great, though they don't have many dinner choices. We would use the hotel again.
Clara, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great
Olaleke, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michal, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel staff were very helpful & attentive. Our room was rather small but the beds & pillows were very comfortable, which made up for this as we were able to get good rest. The bathroom needed some attention; the shower doors didn’t align and could not close all the way which mean’t water was not fully contained. We stayed for 4 nights. It was extremely hot & humid (as expected at this time of year) but the climate control in the hotel & especially in our room, was perfectly controlled. We would definitely revisit this hotel again.
Caroline, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Olaleke, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Patricia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ismer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The views were just to die for!! An absolutely amazing experience that everyone should enjoy! Shopping out of this world! Car watching next to none the best place ever!!!
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Leke, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Laura Vin and Sabo are all such nice people they made our stay most pleasant just with the happy smiles Really appreciate everyone at breakfast as well always welcoming and nice. Thank you also to the room cleaning folks the room was fresh and clean everyday.
Daniel, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with a view of the Arno River and the Ponte Vecchio. Close to the Uffizi Gallery. Wonderful staff.
Kim, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rebeka, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The view from the balcony was terrific, the bed was big and the room was spacious and clean. We had a great stay and have no complaints
Josh, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review