Hotel Balestri - Wtb Hotels – A Favorite for Families in Florence

Hotel Balestri sits directly on the Arno River, 400 meters from both Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. Florence Cathedral is a 10-minute walk from the hotel, and Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 1.5 km away. The hotel offers a 24-hour reception and concierge service to assist with tourist information and travel arrangements.

The hotel provides rooms with satellite TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Some rooms include a balcony, and some offer views of the Arno River or the Duomo. Room layouts include Deluxe Double or Twin rooms with river views, Superior Triple rooms, Junior Suites with balcony, and Superior Apartments in a separate building.

Hotel Balestri has a roof terrace with city views accessible only to hotel guests. The bar serves drinks and light snacks in a seating area at the front of the hotel with views of the Arno. Additional services include dry cleaning, laundry, ironing, babysitting, and valet parking.

The hotel serves a daily breakfast buffet with hot and cold options, including bacon, eggs, fresh fruit, cheese, cold meats, pastries, and made-to-order coffee. Breakfast is held in a bright, airy room. The hotel bar is open in the evenings and offers cocktails and a selection of drinks.

Families are accommodated with Superior Triple Rooms, family suites with separate sleeping areas, and babysitting services upon request. The hotel is pet-friendly and provides a dog bed, bowls, and a blanket in the room upon arrival. Pets are welcomed with no additional pet fee mentioned in guest reviews.

Location: On the Arno River, 400 m from Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery

Views: Roof terrace with city views and rooms with Arno River views

Pet Policy: Dog bed, bowls, and blanket provided at check-in

Parking: Valet parking and electric vehicle charging station available

Guests: Couples, families, and business travelers