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Hotel Balestri

4.0 star property
Riverfront Florence hotel in Santa Croce with a rooftop terrace

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$356
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Uffizi Gallery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Palazzo Vecchio
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

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
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single 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
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Junior Suite

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

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Single Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 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, steps from Historic Centre of Florence and within a short 5-minute stroll of Uffizi Gallery. 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 short walk walk of this 4-property class Santa Croce hotel include Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio.

What's nearby

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

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 Florence hotel in Santa Croce with a rooftop terrace
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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 45 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)

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 45.00 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
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 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 27 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balestri on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$332.50, 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 45.00 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. 617 out of 925 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 925 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 925 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 925 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 925 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

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
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

Nicole Bueiz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Travelled with family
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

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Raed, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and super friendly and professional staff, throughout the days. The breakfast selections could use more variety. The VIP option of Expedia is effectively meaningless. That’s becoming a common feature of all “VIP” hotels on Expedia. But the hotel is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! From the moment we walked into its gorgeous lobby and were greeted by their welcoming staff, we knew we had made an excellent choice! The room was large (by European standards) bedding comfy, very clean, very quiet and totally walkable to Ufuzzi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and all the shopping and delicious restaurants you could possibly hope for. We loved our three day stay and enjoyed the delicious breakfast every morning, and relaxing in the beautiful lobby with comfy chairs and bar service in the evening. Taxi cab services are right outside the door (we never waited longer than 4 minutes) Rooms are cleaned daily with fresh towels and then down service in the evening. Can’t say enough about the helpful staff, who were so friendly and knowledgeable about great places nearby to eat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

arthur, Sammamish

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sharrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
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

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

10/10 Excellent

JINHUA

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Very helpful reception staff, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

Scott Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very friendly. The location was so convenient for all of our sight-seeing excursions. We also had a beautiful view of the Arno River from our room. Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Travelled with partner
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

Elizabeth, Mont-Royal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very classy hotel and very clean. Wonderful staff. Room was a good size and facing the river. Windows were soundproof. Highly recommend. Only downside was the WiFi, it had a very weak signal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
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

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

NORA

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