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Hotel Balestri

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk

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Balcony view
Reception
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View
Bar (on property)
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Uffizi Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ponte Vecchio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

View from room

Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

View from room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Apartment, Annex Building

Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Private kitchen

Superior Apartment, Annex Building

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Single Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Florence

Hotel Balestri places you in the centre of Florence, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Historic Centre of Florence hotel include Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria.

What's nearby

  • Uffizi Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palazzo Vecchio - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 18 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 34 min drive

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

Riverfront hotel with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Balestri. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1888
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Balestri offers 51 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 48 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (75 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1888
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 48.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number IT048017A1LH8QL4RF

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Balestri
Balestri Florence
Hotel Balestri
Hotel Balestri Florence
Balestri Hotel Florence
Hotel Balestri Hotel
Hotel Balestri Florence
Hotel Balestri Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Balestri?

Hotel Balestri offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balestri?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balestri on 17 Aug 2025 start from AU$300.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Balestri?

Yep, Hotel Balestri has valet parking for EUR 48.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Hotel Balestri a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Balestri.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Balestri?

No, Hotel Balestri does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Balestri?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Balestri?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel Balestri, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

Hotel Balestri Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 966 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 966 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 966 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 966 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 966 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant hotel. Good bright room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda, Ottawa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean and well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sung-Shik, Palatine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent central location for exploring Florence. Located right on the Arno, steps from the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio, this was the perfect home base for exploring the city for 4 days. Stayed in a superior double which was actually quite small so didn’t have much room to open luggage or unpack, but room was still nice and clean. Staff was very helpful with recommendations and reservation requests for restaurants. Lovely breakfast spread each day. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive (50 euros) per day parking but extremely better than finding parking in Firenze. Car return exceeded staff estimate (1 hour) by 30 minutes. Loved Balestri!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, simple/beautiful hotel, great location for shopping. Loved that it was overlooking the Arno River
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and the hotel is very clean.ots of dining options close by ! Attractions are close too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Balestri is a great choice!

Beautiful property on the Arno close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Toronto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel on the Arno, just blocks from the Uffizi and a view of Ponte Vecchio. The adjoining family rooms were perfect. Friendly and helpful staff. Great local restaurant options and near some of the best gelato in Florence.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rositza

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff was courteous and welcoming. Room was spacious and the proximity to every attraction was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with superb friendly, helpful staff. No complaints, had an issue with the room safe that was dealt with immediately.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

alessandro

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mehdi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location however is not a hotel and it is a guest room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yelena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great but the rooms are really small, so if you want to feel comfortable, opt-in for bigger rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff service was excellent. Good amenities within the hotel room. Breakfast was excellent with a varied selection of cereals, fruit and pastries. This hotel is perfect for those who want to see the main attractions within Florence, almost everything is within walking distance. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALONSO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent property,
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

CLAUDIO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and good breakfast. Hotel with a nice lobby. I thought the rooms could be a little more updated. I stayed in a connecting room which was good, but one of the bathrooms had a shower over a small bathtub that was very high and slippery. An older person could EASILY get into a SERIOUS INJURY. There is no sense in having that type of bathtub in a room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Balestri, Florence: An Unforgettable Stay

My family and I stayed at Hotel Balestri for four days, and it was absolutely amazing. We were fortunate to book a corner unit with breathtaking views of the Arno River and Ponte Vecchio. Waking up to that stunning scenery each morning was truly unforgettable. The hotel’s location is ideal—just a few blocks from everything you’d want to see in Florence. The property is well-maintained, and the service was exceptional throughout our stay. A special mention goes to Davide at the bar, whose skill as a bartender and warm hospitality added to the experience. Hotel Balestri exceeded all our expectations, and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here! Friendly staff, excellent service, beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eyal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024