Hotel Balestri
Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, 50122, Italy
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Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, 50122, Italy
Hotel Balestri faces the Arno River in central Florence. Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery are a quarter mile away. It features a roof terrace with lovely city views. Rooms are elegantly furnished, air-conditioned and offer satellite TV. They include a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some have a balcony, and some offer views of the Arno River. The hotel’s public spaces are decorated in a classic style with antique furniture. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar, where light snacks are available. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and can provide information about tourist and cultural activities in and around Florence. The Balestri Hotel is a 10 minute walk from Florence Cathedral, and one mile from Santa Maria Novella Train Station.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Business Center
  • Pets Allowed
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge services
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Pet bowls
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Free face masks
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • balcony/terrace
  • Currency exchange service
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Soundproof rooms available
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Professional cleaning services
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Valet parking (charges may apply)
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stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, pleasant room with modern bathroom and comfortable bed but best of all is the view of the Arno and the hills above the river to the south.
Everything was fine but beware parking is charged at €50 per day. The hotel suffers from a faint smell of sewage which they need to address - particularly in the main reception. Otherwise as usual a pleasant and convenient stay.
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The room was beautiful and a good size; overall service was excellent. Our stay was excellent and although the location was slightly less centrally located, access to the city center on foot was easy (10-15 min walk), and we appreciated that the location was quiet and uncrowded for resting after a long day of sightseeing.
The room could use more storage space for luggage and closet space for clothing, as well as space in the bathroom for toiletries and to hang wet towels, but the room overall was lovely, modern, and comfortable with great views of the river and Ponte Vecchio.
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff helpfulness and friendliness as well as classy, clean facilities
Nothing it was great
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The personnel is professional and friendly. Well-equiped, modern and clean rooms.
The breakfast was lacking, could use more variety.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Incredible location, very friendly staff, rooms were large and clean, such comfy beds, and delish breakfast
Nothing
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Breakfast was quite good though with a somewhat limited selection of main dishes (basically scrambled eggs).
Some of the bathrooms have a large tub with a high side which is very difficult to get in and out of especially since there are no safety bars to hold onto. And you need to enter the tub to take a shower.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Breakfast was quite good though with a somewhat limited selection of main dishes (basically scrambled eggs).
Some of the bathrooms have a large tub with a high side which is very difficult to get in and out of especially since there are no safety bars to hold onto. And you need to enter the tub to take a shower.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Very good breakfast. Friendly and professional staff. Great location.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very nice location, walking distance from all places you would like to visit.
Nice and clean rooms. Friendly reception, restaurant staff and housekeeping staff. Super helpful.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very nice location, walking distance from all places you would like to visit.
Nice and clean rooms. Friendly reception, restaurant staff and housekeeping staff. Super helpful.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The bedroom and bathroom were clean and spacious. A variety of breakfast options. Excellent cleaning service.
The internet is working well, but it's a little slow.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The hotel was beautiful. The location was near many important sites. Our view of the river was amazing. The room was spacious and kept neat and clean, with turn down service. The breakfast was very nice and all the staff were friendly. The concierge was very helpful at directing us to great restaurants. We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The hotel was beautiful. The location was near many important sites. Our view of the river was amazing. The room was spacious and kept neat and clean, with turn down service. The breakfast was very nice and all the staff were friendly. The concierge was very helpful at directing us to great restaurants. We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The views from the room were stunning and the staff were super helpful. They allowed a late checkout after the marathon so I could have a shower - thank you Francesco
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Amerigo Vespucci Airport - 3.94 mi
    • Lucca - 34.12 mi
    • Siena Airport - 35.24 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Horne Museum - 490 f
      • Museum of the History of Science Museo di Storia della Scienza - 513 f
      • Uffizi Gallery Galleria degli Uffizi - 751 f
      • Uffizi - 769 f
      • Uffizi Gallery - 769 f
      • Ken s Art Gallery - 1,053 f
      • Bargello Museum - 0.23 mi
      • Museo Nazionale del Bargello Bargello Museum - 0.23 mi
      • National Museum of Bargello - 0.23 mi
      • National Museum of the Bargello - 0.23 mi
      • Dante's House - 0.25 mi
      • Museo di Palazzo Davanzati - 0.25 mi
      • Gallery Hotel Art - 0.26 mi
      • Casa Buonarroti - 0.33 mi

    Other attractions

      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Loggia del Grano - 406 f
      • Basilica of Santa Croce - 1,010 f
      • Piazza della Signoria - 1,021 f
      • Loggia dei Lanzi - 0.20 mi
      • S. Croce - 0.21 mi
      • Loggia del Mercato Nuovo - 0.24 mi
      • Ponte Vecchio - 0.25 mi
      • Strozzi Palace - 0.41 mi
      • Belltower by Giotto - 0.41 mi
      • The Baptistry - 0.41 mi
      Things to do Show all on map »
      • Calcio Storico - 940 f
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Uguccioni Palace - 1,005 f
      • Church of Orsanmichele - 0.27 mi
      • Church of Santa Trinita - 0.39 mi
      • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 0.41 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Museo dell Opera di Santa Croce - 0.23 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Grain Market Loggia del Grano - 304 f
      • Galleria degli Uffizi - 816 f
      • Palazzo Gondi - 923 f
      • Piazza della Signoria - 1,021 f
      • Piazza de Signoria - 0.21 mi
      • Santa Croce - 0.21 mi
      • Pazzi Chapel - 0.24 mi
      • Piazza Santo Spirito - 0.25 mi
      • SS Apostoli - 0.25 mi
      • Casa di Dante - 0.26 mi
      • Santa Felicita - 0.27 mi
      • Garden of St Michael Orsanmichele - 0.27 mi
      • Via dei Calzaiuoli - 0.33 mi
      • Piazza della Repubblica - 0.35 mi
      • Palazzo Strozzi - 0.39 mi
      • Via Maggio - 0.39 mi
      • Via De Tornabuoni - 0.41 mi
      • Florence Baptistry - 0.41 mi
      • In Tavola - 0.42 mi
      • Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower - 0.42 mi

Hotel Balestri

Piazza Mentana 7, Florence, 50122, Italy