Title: Hotel Balestri Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=54094&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Balestri Travelers sip morning coffee on the rooftop terrace with city views, while knowledgeable staff crafts perfect art-focused itineraries. ## Photo gallery for Hotel Balestri ![Terrace/patio - Hotel Balestri (Florence)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/1ba79ac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Balcony view - Hotel Balestri (Florence)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/2d727e63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hotel Balestri (Florence)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/bc86d588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing - Hotel Balestri (Florence)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/fd7e6db5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing - Hotel Balestri (Florence)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/e8c591d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Balestri, steps from the Uffizi Gallery, is perfect for art lovers. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, city views from the rooftop terrace, in-room WiFi, and dry cleaning. After exploring Florence, relax at the hotel's bar or coffee shop, praised for its helpful staff. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Bar - Laundry room £130 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 13 - Feb 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 14 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=54094&PinnedHotelID=54094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 11 of 11 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/8381313f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet Bathrobes - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/8f8d8abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet Bathrobes - River view - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/e8c591d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination - 301 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/39de1d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room (Premium Signoria View) ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet Bathrobes - City view - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Triple Room ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/80a46849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet Bathrobes - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/ef54002f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet Bathrobes - 452 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/d6e6f443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, River View 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet - River view - 226 sq ft - 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/80a46849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, River View ![Junior Suite, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/6404c95e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite, Balcony, River View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Shower/bath combination - River view - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building ![Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building | Living area | LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/5f562fe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Apartment, Annex Building ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Bidet - City view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Apartment, Annex Building ![Superior Apartment, Annex Building | Private kitchen | Electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54100/54094/6321230e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Apartment, Annex Building ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination - City view - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFlorence-Hotels-Hotel-Balestri.h54094.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFlorence-Hotels-Hotel-Balestri.h54094.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, Hotel Balestri is near the airport and on a river. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Palazzo Vecchio. Boboli Gardens and Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. [Visit our Florence travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence.dx1222) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.76729%2C11.25788&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T79zH2hDohbrPqO0AmTt8B2Cmgk=) Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, FI, 50122 ### What's nearby - ![Uffizi Gallery in Florence in Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075462/638682df-5d23-4089-83af-be7850616ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Uffizi Gallery 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Piazza della Signoria featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508341/3cacf52e-4a22-482f-a8a5-1899ef71fd87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza della Signoria 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Arcetri showing heritage architecture, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501034/d6ab4aae-2c02-4824-b3dd-a7370ffc8eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palazzo Vecchio 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Ponte Vecchio which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/67189072-9377-4114-81b7-8ffaa6705976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ponte Vecchio 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501046/58cc313e-b63c-4e3e-825f-1235037a9d48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) 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 - Peretola Airport (FLR) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - All'Antico Vinaio 3 min walk - Gelateria dei Neri 2 min walk - Ditta Artigianale 2 min walk - Berberè 2 min walk - La Buchetta 2 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Balestri Upscale hotel near Uffizi Gallery A short walk from Piazza della Signoria 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 such as: - Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a lift - A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and smoke-free property - Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location Room features All 50 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations - LED TVs with digital channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and phones ## Similar properties ![Presidential Suite, River View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45800000/45790300/45790281/9555d572.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Il Rivalta - Place of Charme Historic Centre of Florence - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 466 reviews £127 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=45790281&PinnedHotelID=45790281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37955200/37955169/c5fb6e39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Calimala Florence Historic Centre of Florence - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews £142 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 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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 stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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. ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 Property Registration Number IT048017A1LH8QL4RF If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 the 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balestri? ### How much is parking at Hotel Balestri? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Balestri? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Balestri? ### Where is Hotel Balestri located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Balestri Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 692 8 - Good 232 6 - Okay 51 4 - Poor 14 2 - Terrible 11 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alun 14 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and professional staff ##### Alun Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was fantastic - clean, modern rooms, great shower, friendly staff, awesome breakfast, great location. ##### Christopher Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 4 Jan 2026 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b733dfec-089d-4a1d-9b1b-f7d7d6090207-1767534559364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/08e8272e-e132-4bc9-b1bd-cf6418e336e2-1767534557942.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/561d2796-3e19-401f-8377-c79f584f039f-1767534559448.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Victor Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 17 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were wonderful! ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayoko 20 Dec 2025 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. ##### Kayoko Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niloufar 18 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect, friendly and helpful staff ##### Niloufar Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Everyone was helpful, patience and the hotel was great value for the money. Amazing location and super good amenities. ##### Louise Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Superb staff and great location ##### Karl Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and great views! ##### William Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Azar 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Azar Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel along the Arno river and 5 min walk from the Ponte vecchio and Uffizi Galleries, very clean and great service. ##### Ronald Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MIchael 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was perfect. ##### MIchael Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 11 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fca26d7f-e5c3-4aa8-90b2-7e809162bd0d-1765461090872.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7f7770d1-bf2d-47a7-accf-b2f1ff09ae37-1765461091157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kenneth Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### laura 5 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### laura Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri 19 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved everything about our stay at Hotel Balestri. The location right by the Arno River was a quick, easy (flat) walk to every major museum and attraction in Florence. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the shower water pressure was very strong. We started every morning in their amazing continental breakfast room and ended almost every night in the lively and festive cocktail bar. Staff was warm, welcoming, ##### Sheri Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelsey 2 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel. Our room was directly above the club/bar downstairs so music was loud until 2am. Other than it was a great location and nice stay. ##### Kelsey Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvette 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We were beyond excited to find we booked the perfect place for us. Close to museums, restaurants, shopping and the view to the river was beautiful. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1f724968-2b19-44a7-bf5a-306aba542cdc-1759058496577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Yvette Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yves 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff, clean, convenient location ##### Yves Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mohammed 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff and location were great ##### Mohammed Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic service, great water pressure and air conditioning! Superb location in Florence Highly recommend this hotel! ##### Paul Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lynda 10 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was amazing, we stayed in the junior suite and the views along the Arno river were perfect. Hotel was perfect location and within walking distance to every major site. Breakfast selection was mediocre, but it was free. Only taking off one star because the front desk were not friendly to us. It felt we didn’t exist at times walking in and out of the hotel without a greeting or acknowledgement. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0e6b071f-dde3-4e49-bf11-fd0f835b247d-1765379966735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e30f0b51-c77c-4a67-b6be-105100bca290-1765379962670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/624dbf6c-3254-422a-a379-b03c00907500-1765379965683.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lynda Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort View was beautiful. No balcony as advertised ##### Gillian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent, elegant, small boutique hotel in the middle of all the important places to go in Florence, I say it with the knowledge of someone who has lived there twice. Tthe service is exceptional, welcoming, kind, friendly and in disposition to help. I had the luck to spend Holloween night in their bar and they went out of their way to decorate it. I plan to go back if I return to that beautiful city, I thank all the staff for making my stay so pleasurable! ![View from my room at dusk.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/25b10bd6-bfd3-4d86-80ca-74c31718313e-1762253126261.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Another view from my room at dusk. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3d034793-3e23-4c77-b4c9-b1a3e6c65435-1762253128084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location, wonderful service, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay again. ##### Alan Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, staff was courteous and welcoming. 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