HOTEL BALCONY, Florence – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Via Dei Banchi 3,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Rooms with Florentine Style
Hotel Balcony offers 15 rooms including single, double, and triple accommodations. All rooms feature wooden furniture, parquet floors, soundproof glass windows, air conditioning, mini-bar, LED satellite TV, and private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. Two rooms include a shared terrace with chairs and tables. Rooms overlook either the common terrace with Duomo views or the internal courtyard.
Breakfast and Dining
A buffet breakfast includes bread, pastries, Nutella, cold cheeses, ham, cereal, canned fruit, and machine-made coffee. The breakfast area features white chairs and red-clothed tables. The hotel specializes in Florentine cuisine using fresh ingredients for authentic local dishes.
Panoramic Terrace Views
The hotel's large shared terrace provides panoramic views of Brunelleschi Dome and Renaissance architecture. The terrace has chairs, small tables, and umbrellas for guest use. This space offers direct sightlines to Florence Cathedral and the city skyline.
Central Florence Location
Located 0.5 km from Florence Santa Maria Novella train station, the hotel sits in a characteristic street near Santa Maria del Fiore church and Loggia dei Lanzi. It's within walking distance of Uffizi Museum (1 km), Ponte Vecchio (0.5 km), Palazzo Vecchio (1 km), and Strozzi Palace (0.5 km). Peretola Airport is 10 km away, accessible via shuttle service or taxi.
Guest Services Available
Staff assists with museum ticket bookings, exhibition reservations, concert tickets, and organizes Renaissance city tours and Tuscany excursions. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi throughout, an internet point, and parking agreements with a nearby garage. The property occupies the entire first floor of a Florentine building with keyless entry access.
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Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
EUR 30 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Services
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Patio
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
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Location
Via Dei Banchi 3,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Map view
Via Dei Banchi 3,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
City landmarks
Museum
Gallerie Degli Uffizi
3600 ft
Square
Piazza del Duomo
3600 ft
Church
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
3600 ft
Museum
Galleria dell'Accademia
3900 ft
Square
Piazza della Signoria
3600 ft
Square
Piazzale Michelangelo
1.7
mi
Museum
Palazzo Vecchio
3600 ft
Market
Mercato Centrale
3000 ft
Church
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
3600 ft
Landmark
Campanile di Giotto
3600 ft
Landmark
The Boboli Gardens
1.3
mi
Museum
Bargello National Museum
3600 ft
Museum
San Marco Museum
3900 ft
Museum
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
3600 ft
Museum
Riccardi Medici Palace
3900 ft
Museum
Museo Galileo
3600 ft
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
3600 ft
Museum
Medici Chapel
3000 ft
Church
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
3600 ft
Church
Brunelleschi's Dome
3600 ft
Landmark
Loggia dei Lanzi
3600 ft
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
3900 ft
Nearby
Bridge
Ponte Vecchio
2000 ft
Museum
Pitti Palace
2000 ft
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
2000 ft
Museum
Strozzi Palace
2000 ft
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
2000 ft
Church
Ognissanti Church
2000 ft
Church
Basilica of San Lorenzo
2000 ft
Restaurants
All'antico vinaio
3100 ft
76 Via dei Neri
Vini E Delizie
200 ft
Via Dei Banchi 45/R
Caffe Rondinelli
400 ft
Via De' Rondinelli 5/R
Vero Amore
400 ft
Via Panzani 12 R
Caffettiera Moka Arra
200 ft
Via dei Banchi
Impressione Chongqing
500 ft
34r Via Sant'Antonino
Bar Cinquanta Rosso
600 ft
Via Panzani 50
Ristorante Self-Service Leonardo
700 ft
Via De' Pecori 11
Icy Dot Wine
700 ft
Via Panzani 55/R
Antica Focacceria San Francesco
600 ft
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella Stazione Santa Maria Novella
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
4.5/5
based on 926 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 1699 reviews
#109 of 429 hotels in Florence based on Tripadvisor
Bill
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.4/10
The hotel has small rooms that are in need of updating but come with a walkout terrace offering a pleasant experience. The service is top-notch, meeting all our requests with friendliness and helpfulness. The location is superb, close to major attractions in the city center. The dining experience is satisfactory, offering good and tasty options. The facilities are decent but could be improved.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although relatively small, had a walkout terrace with table and chairs. They were bigger than other hotels we have stayed at in Venice and London but needed updating in terms of furniture and lighting.
Service
9.0
The service here is fantastic, meeting all our requests with utmost friendliness and helpfulness. The staff provided guidance in English and even loaned us a power converter. The breakfast was good.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a very city center location, quite close to the main church, offering easy access to nearby attractions, transportation, and major landmarks.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was decent, offering tasty options. The food was fresh and filling, even in continental style, though the space was small.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities are satisfactory, with room for improvement. While adequate, they don't stand out compared to other amenities.
Tom
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.4/10
The hotel had a rustic decor but was clean and tidy, offering spacious rooms with a well-updated modern bathroom. While facing the street, the windows were not great but did the job perfectly for our stay, making it bigger than other hotels we stayed at in Venice and London.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious with a well-updated modern bathroom, although facing the street with not the best windows.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly helpful, briefing us about the neighborhood, providing city maps with attractions highlighted, and even lending us a power converter.
Location
10.0
The hotel is fantastically located, just a short walk away from everything you could need or want to do, close to public transport, the main square, and major attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with a variety of options like cold meats, cheeses, pastries, and yoghurt, although more options could be available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers useful amenities such as housekeeping, valet parking, welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance.
Paul
United Kingdom,
July
2023
7.4/10
The hotel offers small rooms with access to the terrace. The pillow wasn't to my liking, but the time spent in the room was comfortable overall.
Rooms
7.0
The room size was smaller than expected, but it was still a comfortable stay. The access to the terrace added a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and polite, and they even allowed us to store our bags after check-out. The staff was hands-on, helpful, and personable.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, just a 2-3 minute walk to the train station and Duomo. It was great being close to the city center, especially for tourists.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was basic with pre-packaged products during breakfast. It could have been a bit better with more variety.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had the bare minimum facilities, nothing overly impressive, but functional for a short stay.
Terrace Access
Small Rooms
Arthur
United States,
July
2023
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although clean, had stained sheets and an old wool blanket. The room was smaller than what I was used to at boarding school. On the bright side, it did have a balcony. The service was top-notch, with incredibly helpful and personable staff. The location was fantastic, but being a light sleeper, the noise overnight was a concern. The dining experience was simple but satisfactory, although it could have been slightly better. Despite some flaws, the hotel offers good value for money overall.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were smaller than expected and had stained sheets and an old wool blanket. However, they were clean and had a balcony.
Service
9.0
The staff were very hands-on, helpful, and personable. They were excellent in English and went the extra mile to assist guests.
Location
8.0
The location is fantastic, very close to the train station and offering a free city map. However, there was overnight noise that could be bothersome for light sleepers.
Dining
7.0
The dining was simple but enough. It's worth noting that some options may not be included in the price.
Facilities
The hotel offers basic facilities, but they are functional and satisfactory for a comfortable stay.
Ron
United States,
May
2023
7.8/10
This hotel is a gem in the heart of Florence, offering a cozy and quiet stay with a couple of minor drawbacks. The rooms were comfortable and quiet, although a bit small compared to some expectations. The service was outstanding, offering valuable assistance and a warm welcome. The location was prime, easily accessible to major attractions but with some noise concerns. The dining experience was satisfactory but lacked some quality in certain aspects.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and quiet, providing a cozy stay. Just a tad smaller than anticipated.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding with helpful and welcoming staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel enjoys a prime location, perfectly central for exploring Florence but with some noise overnight.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was simple but quite satisfactory, lacking a bit of quality in certain aspects.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers nice shared spaces to enjoy and unwind during your stay.
Great staff
Room size
Andy
United States,
May
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were lovely and comfortable, although the only downside was the view being of a wall. Access to the terrace was a nice touch. The service was exceptional, very nice, and helpful. The staff was informative and accommodating, making sure we had a quiet room. The location was fantastic, close to key attractions without being on a noisy street. The dining experience was good, but fresh fruits would have been a nice addition. Overall, a great place to stay.
Rooms
8.0
I found the rooms to be lovely and comfortable, despite having only a view of a wall. The access to the terrace was a nice bonus.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with very nice and helpful staff. They were informative and made sure we had a quiet room.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was amazing, being close to the central station, Via Tornabuoni, and the Duomo. It made exploring the city very convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good with a range of food, yet some fresh fruits would have enhanced the experience.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable, providing a comfortable stay.
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