Overlooking the serene Arno River, this elegant hotel boasts spacious rooms with luxurious furnishings and walk-in closets. Delight in a beautiful breakfast setup each morning and enjoy excellent river views from your room.
A short walk from Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, 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
An elevator, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
A porter/bellhop, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
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
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
Property payment types
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. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Valet parking fee: EUR 48.00 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
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
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.
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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balestri?
As of 21 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balestri on 7 Jumada II 2026 start from SAR 1,458, 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.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for EUR 48.00 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 Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Arno River, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio. Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and San Marco University Tram Stop is 17 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Great location right on the water. Beautiful property, room was amazing, great views.
Staff was super friendly and everything was perfect! Will definitely come back here again!!!
Beautiful, clean hotel, a few minute walk from Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio, as well as several delicious restaurants. This beautiful city is very walkable with lovely people and amazing food, don’t miss it!
Everything was really good the cleaning the breakfast is an excellent hotel in a great location I wish I knew and I could reserve more days but for sure next time I do know where to return.
The hotel location is perfect! The room is consistently spotless, and the staff are very attentive and courteous. It made our 4 days in Florence comfortable and enjoyable.
Beautiful hotel in quieter area away from crowds but still just a few blocks from most major attractions. My only disappointment is we booked two identical rooms (Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View) and one was a big bright corner room on the top floor while the other was small and dark and directly above lobby bar and music was loud. Aside from that everything was wonderful.
the room was great and very comfortable for three people. what made this hotel fantastic was the staff, from the front desk to the people helping at breakfast everyone was extremely nice, friendly and ready to help with all our requests. will go back for sure and highly recommend it.
Excellent location and convenient to get to museums and cathedrals. The view from the balcony is spectacular, staffs are very attentive, the service is exceptional. The only comment was the scent of the sewage lingering in the hotel.
Everything was PERFECT. Great staff. Room was gorgeous and comfortable with a Wonderful view. Bartender was amazing! Breakfast was tasty. Awesome location. Definitely a hotel we would stay again and again.