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Hotel Balestri

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

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View | Balcony view
Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Living area | LED TV
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 800
AED 936 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
  • 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, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
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, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room

Highlights

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

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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
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

Superior Apartment, Annex Building

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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
  • Ponte Vecchio - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Upscale hotel near Historic Centre of Florence
A short walk from Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio, Hotel Balestri provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • LED TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 45.00 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Energy-saving switches
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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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 available
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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 45.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

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

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

Is Hotel Balestri pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balestri?

As of 14 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balestri on 17 March 2025 start from $249.59, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Balestri?

Valet parking is available for EUR 45.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Balestri?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Balestri?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Balestri located?

Located in Santa Croce, this hotel is steps from Arno River and Historic Centre of Florence. Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio are also within 5 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and San Marco University Tram Stop is 17 minutes.

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Hotel Balestri Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 928 reviews

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 Excellent

Camila

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

8/10 Good

Yelena

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

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and service from the staff. Room was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, wonderful service, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was right on the water and the staff was amazing. Thank you for a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALONSO

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

10/10 Excellent

NORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Beautiful hotel in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location and the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

gaby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, close to restaurants and the touristic scenes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time in Italy and the stay here was amazing. Cleaning service every day was great. Customer service was great. People were nice: I would book again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing. The breakfast buffet was the best we’ve seen in Europe and US
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for travelers looking for comfort and quality and a prime location in Florence.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mojgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel in the past and would definitely stay again. The staff is always great with good dinner recommendations and the location is very central to what we like to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Joanne Webb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Construction outside the property was disruptive and annoying, but the hotel itself was absolutely lovely and the staff could not have been nicer. Everything was in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel
Nice location, good breakfast and wonderful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel. Great location, excellent service. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, superb location, friendly and courteous staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great. Right by the old bridge and easy walk to every where.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent stay at Hotel Balestri. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Location is center to all the sights and restaurants. Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, in a great location. Close to everything. I would highly recommned staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024