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Hotel Balestri

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4 * Bed and Breakfast Views Traditional

  • Central riverside location
  • Boutique hotel with charm and atmosphere
  • Short stroll away from the Ponte Vecchio

Hotel Balestri is in the heart of the Santa Croce district of Florence and within walking distance of all the main attractions, including the Ponte Vecchio. Rooms all have air conditioning and guests can enjoy a drink on the roof terrace with spectacular city views. The prime location is not at the expense of peace and quiet, this riverside option provides a tranquil alternative in the centre of the city.

The hotel has 50 rooms (official rating 4 star). Child prices apply to ages 4-12.

 

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Bars & Restaurants

Breakfast Room

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A delightful breakfast room, which overlooks the Arno River, serves a delicious hot and cold buffet each morning. 

Bar

Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or light snacks overlooking the River. The bar area is elegantly decorated, cleverly mixing both contemporary styles with classical elements and antique furniture.

Roof Terrace

A small, charming roof terrace is available to guests and offers stunning views of Florence. 

Wifi

Wifi

Stay connected with the wifi free of charge.

About the location

Holidays in Florence allow you to experience one of Europe’s most culturally and historically significant cities. Florence is a vibrant city nestled among the idyllic green hills of Tuscany. It retains a sense of intimacy and romance thanks to its relatively small size, while also offering a remarkable selection of museums, galleries, and restaurants, which continue to impress even the most regular visitor. Every stroll has the potential for something remarkable, whether it’s peering out of the Vasari Corridor or wandering across the Giardino di Boboli. Alternatively, for those looking to relax, there are beautiful vistas to be seen while enjoying a rooftop aperitivi in the evening.

Perhaps most known for its remarkable historical architecture, you will easily find renowned pieces of art by famous artists such as Filippo Brunelleschi, Leon Battista Alberti, and Michelangelo throughout the city. Florence continues to celebrate this tradition with impressive modern buildings, notably The New Florence Opera House, maintaining the city’s reputation as a marvel from every angle. Any visiting foodies will undoubtedly revel in Florence’s food culture, from its seven Michelin starred restaurants to the brilliant bustle of the Mercato Centrale. For peaceful and romantic retreats, there are numerous opportunities for short trips to the surrounding landscapes and towns, allowing for blissful escapes into Italy’s rural life.

Transfer time

Pisa Airport is the main airport for Florence and the transfer time is 90 minutes. Limited flights are available to FLR with a transfer time of 20 mins – please call for more details. 
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Double Superior Room

Max 3 adults

Double Superior Rooms are modern in design with oak parquet flooring and contemporary furniture in warm welcoming tones. Rooms have double or twin beds and city or courtyard views. Interconnecting rooms are available on request.

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Air conditioning
TV
Tea and coffee facilities
Minibar
Bath
Separate shower
Bathroom includes bathtub or shower.
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Deluxe River View Room

Max 3 adults

Deluxe River View Rooms are spacious with oak parquet flooring and contemporary furniture in warm welcoming tones. Rooms have double or twin beds and panoramic views of the river Arno. This room type and interconnecting rooms in this category are available on request, please call to book.

 

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Family Room

Max 4 children

Family rooms are composed by two connecting deluxe double rooms. Spacious and furnished with great attention to detail. All rooms have double or twin beds. 

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Junior Suite

Max 3 adults

Junior Suites are modern in design and spacious with a separate sleeping and sitting area. Rooms have double or twin beds and wonderful views of the River Arno or Florence Cathedral. This room type is available on request, please call to book.

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Early Booking Discount

15% Early booking discount for stays of 3 nights or more completed between 08 December - 23 December 2025, 06 January - 01 March 2026 & 09 December - 23 December 2026.

10% Early booking discount for stays of 2 nights completed between 08 December - 23 December 2025, 06 January - 01 March 2026 & 09 December - 23 December 2026.

10% Early Booking discount when booked at least 60 days before departure, nights completed between 17 November - 04 December 2025, 02 March - 26 March 2026 & 16 November - 08 December 2026.

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Wonderful hotel

cndouglas00, Moab, Utah

Tripadvisor review Jul 07 2025
Excellent boutique hotel in Florence. Excellent location. Rooms were spacious, very clean and the nights were quiet. Breakfast was lovely - lots of options and wait staff were very friendly. Cocktail...
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Great Hotel Stay and Mind Blowing Fede Cocktail Bar

643mattr, Columbia, South Carolina

Tripadvisor review Jun 19 2025
Amazing hotel but superstar bar & restaurant Fede Cocktailab! Mind blowing cocktails and fine dining with the most elegant flavors of Florence! Great location of the hotel within walking distance of...
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