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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 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Property entrance
Reception
Balcony view
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo Vecchio
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪19 min drive‬
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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View)

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • River 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Living area | LED TV

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

Superior Apartment, Annex Building

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Florence

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, Hotel Balestri is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio. This 4-star hotel has 50 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Uffizi Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza della Signoria - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palazzo Vecchio - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

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
  • ‪Ditta Artigianale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Berberè - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panetteria e Stuzzicheria De Neri - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Balestri

Riverfront hotel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
At Hotel Balestri, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Valet parking is available for EUR 48.00 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a porter/bellhop.
LED TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, electric kettles, and safes are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

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.
  • Elevator (30 inch 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 organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 48.00 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT048017A1LH8QL4RF

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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 a free cancellation option available at Hotel Balestri?

Hotel Balestri offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balestri?

As of Dec 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balestri on Dec 23, 2025 start from $162.87, excluding 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.

What's there to see around Hotel Balestri?

This hotel is situated in Historic Centre of Florence, just steps from Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio, and within a short walk of Ponte Vecchio. You'll also find Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza della Signoria less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Balestri?

Yes, valet parking is offered for EUR 48.00 per day.

Does Hotel Balestri include a casino?

No, Hotel Balestri doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Balestri?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Balestri good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Balestri?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Balestri feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Balestri doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Balestri allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Hotel Balestri and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Balestri?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Balestri?

The closest major airport to Hotel Balestri is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is 6.6 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Balestri?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy river or city views.

Hotel Balestri Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 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

Paul

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service, great water pressure and air conditioning! Superb location in Florence Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIchael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

neveen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is excellent. Air conditioning and elevator were functioning very well. Room service was excellent. Breakfast is limited but okay. The room size is small. WiFi was slow initially but was very good later on. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful. Stunning views, very clean and the staff were really nice and very helpful. Location was excellent for all the local attractions, shops, restaurants and transport. We had a wonderful dinner and cocktails here too. There is some work being done outside the hotel but this did not affect us. I would definitely stay here again if I am lucky enough to be back to Florence.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lobby and breakfast was superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never leave reviews but I absolutely loved my stay here. It was beautiful and the view from our room was amazing. The bar was awesome and the breakfast was good. Perfectly located—just a short walk to all the top attractions. I do feel it was on the pricer side of our budget but definitely worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SONIA

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

Short break in Florence

Its an amazing hotel very close to shops and restaurant. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Room was small but clean. Hotel is a bit dated. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Elegant property in great location

We had a lovely 2 night stay at a room with a terrace overlooking the city which was magical. The staff were lovely helpful and spoke English very well. Really convenient location. Nice breakfast in a very pretty room. Would certainly recommend staying here. Nice bath products & beautiful marble bathroom with great water pressure.
The bar
View from the terrace day
View at night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional services overall. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: The staff were all wonderful with anything we needed! Especially when we had an incident with our luggage arriving late. The breakfast was absolutely delightful. Super close to museums. Cons: rooms are small and beds are tiny. The "rooftop" is a joke. There was construction goin on right outside the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our hotel room was lovely and comfortable and had a fabulous view of the Arno and the hills beyond, including the Medici new palace. The breakfast was plentiful and the staff were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A last minute booking in a very busy Florence as our flight and the later replacement flight were both cancelled. We totally recommend this hotel. We checked in quite late and the lady at reception was very kind and helpful. We were able to get a light meal. The room is large and the bed very comfortable. Everything is very clean and the bathroom was very good with a walk-in shower which I need. We can highly recommend Hotel Balestri.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A., Baldwinsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was wonderful! The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. We were lucky to have a balcony overlooking the Arno River. It was spectacular at night! The bar and restaurant made dining easy and the food / service was excellent! I highly recommend this hotel to visitors!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine, Corona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great dining options provided by the hotel staff. Friendly staff and nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynier

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Jenison

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The top floor terrace faces the Duomo and Santa Croce, giving a spectacular view of the city lit up at night. The food was very good -- some fun, unique menu items. The staff was friendly & helpful. The only reason the couple of areas that I gave fours were that the room was on the small side, and there was some construction going on along the river -- not the hotel's fault, obviously -- that blocked the view of the river and made the area just in front look a bit industrial. Again, not their fault; just wanted to leave a heads-up that until construction is complete, the area around the property won't be as charming as I assume is usual.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredible location. Beautiful room and views from room. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff was excellent! Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025