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Hotel Balestri

4.0 star property
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Lobby
Property entrance
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Signoria
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪18 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
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • River view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Junior Suite, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Living area | LED TV

Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

Superior Apartment, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Balestri

Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include valet parking, concierge services and dry cleaning.
Hotel Balestri offers 50 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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Hotel Balestri's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Uffizi Gallery. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and a coffee shop/cafe. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the breakfast
  • Steps from Arno River and 4 minutes on foot from Uffizi Gallery
  • Pets welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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.

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 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.
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Payment types at the property

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. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1LH8QL4RF
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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Balestri Florence

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Hotel Balestri Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

KONSTANTINOS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, clean room, polite and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very attentive staff and well appointed hotel. Location was excellent for touring Florence’s many highlights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and professional staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic - clean, modern rooms, great shower, friendly staff, awesome breakfast, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location by the river Arno . Beautiful hotel and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful with things to do and around the area. Check-in was very smooth and the staff was very pleasant and friendly in all of our interactions. The hotel is conveniently located in walkable to a few museums and attractions nearby. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable house keeping every day. The rooms were very well sound insulated and peaceful. The breakfast spread was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

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

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great views!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was helpful, patience and the hotel was great value for the money. Amazing location and super good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stoppwf in for two days.. great trip
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niloufar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayoko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was great nothing to complain about . Fantastic location. Nice breakfast and easy to deal with car
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room with views. Great location for all that Florence has to offer. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, awesome location & amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

10/10 Excellent

Yves

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

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location were great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025