This is our second time staying at this hotel Highly recommend you choose the top floor facing the Arno. Private balcony and the views were excellent. The location was perfect as a launching point with The Duomo and Ponte Vecchio mere minutes from the hotel. Le Colonnie is a restaurant just around the corner and is AWESOME!! When we arrived,... More

While Hotel Balestri's location is great, we had a disquieting experience there. We occupied room 106 and the air quality necessitated that we wear masks. Mold and mildew spores were heavy in the room. Opening the window helped somewhat but it was cold and rainy when we were there at the end of May 2013. The tap water contained mold... More

The undoubted advantage of Balestri is its ideal location. Since most of the city hotels are within walking distance from the “must do” attractions, only a few are facing the river. So in your demands keep in mind the unbeatable location of 3-star hotel in an expensive city, and you’ll agree: it is great value for money. Yes, the rooms... More

We were 3 people who stayed in 2 rooms on April 5-9 2013. Both rooms on 4th floor-one overlooking river and one on corner of building. Room overlooking river had great view and was somewhat noisy. Room on corner overlooked small square with construction, garbage can pickup area and lots of people/outside noise. Walls were paper thin and could hear... More

A very nice European hotel. Well appointed sitting rooms and common areas. Our room was large, very comfortable, and very clean. Wonderful views of the Arno river and surrounding hills and homes. A easy walk to most points of interest, shopping, and some of the best dining in Florence. The staff were extremely professional , however a lack of personality... More

I stayed in 503 and had a lovely view and balcony overlooking the river. The room was spacious and the bed comfortable. The bath was lovely and had a brilliant powerful shower. The wifi at a cost of 6 euros was variable and whilst I managed after half an hour to get a fairly decent connection my colleagues were not... More

Stayed here for a long weeked at the beginning of May. The hotel is perfectly situated overlooking the Arno and close to all the amenites/attractions that we came to Florence to visit. The hotel itself was very clean, and our room, although a little scuffed in places, was very nice. Good firm bed, plenty of pillows, lovely clean bathroom with... More

We stayed at this hotel seven years ago and loved it, and still loved it. The river view is a must! The staff is wonderful and very helpful-no matter what language you needed, the location is fabulous, the breakfasts were lovely and the room was huge! Now the but-the hotel needs a facelift. The bathrooms need a bit of work,... More

Well, after visiting Florence and staying at the Hotel Balestri for three nights, I am heartily glad I didn't pay too much attention to the more negative reviews posted on Tripadvisor. I guess it depends on what you are looking for in a hotel, but I was absolutely charmed by every aspect of my three nights stay. First of all,... More