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Balcony

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Triple Room, Ensuite
Interior detail
Downtown Florence comes alive at Balcony, where you can unwind on the rooftop terrace or indulge in a meal at Alla Griglia. With free in-room WiFi, a cozy library, and luggage storage available for your convenience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains

Room options

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Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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The price is AU$170
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6 July - 7 July
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About the area

Map
Via Dei Banchi 3, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 23 min drive
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 7 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Porta al Prato Station - 17 min walk
  • Unità Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cantinetta Antinori restaurant Florence - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Banki Ramen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Boulangerie Del Rifrullo SRL - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Giglio Rosso - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Alla Griglia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Balcony

Balcony features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a five-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. This Tuscan hotel is also within a short 10-minute walk of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Public transportation is only a short walk: Unità Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 5 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 30 per day)
    • Off-site parking within 328 ft (EUR 30 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry service
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1972
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Tuscan architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Alla Griglia – On-site restaurant.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 30 per day (328 ft away)

Policies

In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 1 June until 1 October.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1EJS2RTK5

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Balcony Florence
Balcony Hotel
Balcony Hotel Florence
Balcony Florence
Balcony Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Does Balcony offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Balcony does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Balcony?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Balcony?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balcony?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near Balcony?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Alla Griglia.

What's the area around Balcony like?

Balcony is in Historic Centre of Florence, a short 3-minute walk from Unità Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

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Balcony Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Service staff
Train station
Breakfast
Cathedrals
Room
Bed
Shower

Reviews

8/10

Simple but Nice Hotel. Aircondition worked perfectly, refrigerator did not get very cold, TV lacked international channels (but then again one does not go on vacation to watch tv :)). Breakfast was very simple, as seems common in Italy. But all in all a Nice simple hotell with very Kind host.
3-night trip

6/10

Plenty of dining options around the property Very convenient to and from the train station and places of interest Near the shopping area as well
2-night trip

10/10

The hotel and staff were amazing, would recommend and we will stay again.
2-night trip

10/10

Hotel was clean and quiet. Nice breakfast served every morning. Would recommend this hotel to anyone.
4-night trip

10/10

Really enjoyed my stay at Balcony. Just about everything is a ten to fifteen minute walk from the hotel and there are plenty of dining and shopping options. The owners are very helpful and welcoming!
4-night trip

10/10

Lovely hotel. Its location is excellent, a 10-minute walk from the SMN train station. The room was spacious and beautifully decorated, with a large bathroom. Danielle and her family are very kind and caring. They go out of their way to provide excellent service and make the best recommendations on tourist attractions and places to eat. They also looked after our bags before and after check-in. They speak Italian and English quite well. 100% recommended.
1-night trip

10/10

This is an excellent 3 star hotel with a clean, modern interior, and first rate service. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a conveniently located mid-priced hotel option in Milan.
1-night trip

8/10

the location was ideal to see the sights of the city
4-night trip

10/10

Lovely little hotel, walking distance from station and many sights and restaurants. Owners lovely. No elevators so had to lug luggage upstairs but overall great
2-night trip

10/10

This place is nice. I would stay again. People at front desk are nice and helpful.
3-night trip

8/10

15 - 30 minute walking distance to most tourist attractions. Hosts were very friendly. Continental breakfast of juices, toast, cereal, yogurt and barious pastries.
4-night trip

10/10

I liked that it was so close to the duomo and the train station and still only 15 minutes each way to the Uffizi and Galleria dell’Academia
2-night trip

10/10

The owners of the property were so friendly and helpful. It's a husband and wife team who go out of their way to make you feel welcome.
3-night trip

10/10

Can't ask for a better location! You can see the Duomo from the entrance, and is also very close to the main train station. Very lively area, no breakfast on site (I think), but there are so many eating options right nearby.
3-night trip

8/10

The shower was a bit poor, but overall I liked it.
2-night trip

10/10

This place is no frills for sure and the room is small. However, it was affordable and in a perfect location about halfway between the main train station and the Duomo. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was continental. Just what you need to get some fuel in the morning and get going.
5-night trip

8/10

The staff/owners of this place are the finest and friendly people and I enjoyed my stay a lot thanks to them. The hotel felt homey and comfortable although of course has some areas of improvement, but overall I feel at home and I’d return. I had no problem with the wifi, my only inconvenient was that the actual balcony attracts mosquitoes, so I would advise to spray some repellent.
3-night trip

10/10

The woman at the front desk was very helpful to me despite our language difference.. The staff were very friendly. The shower had very nice water pressure. They cleaned the room perfectly everyday. We didn't eat there but the dining area was very cute . The location was perfect. Very reasonable price for the 6 nights we stayed. Perfect for the budget if you don't need anything fancy .. I would stay here again ..

8/10

A great place to spend the night while visiting Florence. It is 5-minute walk from the train station. It is within walking distance of most things in the Florence center. Clean, friendly, practical. I has a small room with a bed and the essentials. But what more did I need. I only spent the night sleeping. For that, is was quiet and comfortable—an excellent value for the price.
1-night trip

6/10

Very old and damaged furniture old towels and bed cover, light switches didn’t work, very hot in the room had to use a fan. They need to improve the facilities really bad.
1-night trip

4/10

Great location, but mediocre stay, expensive for what it offers. The walls are thin, we could hear everything and everyone in the building and in the street. The beds are uncomfortable, they are hard and you can feel the springs. The breakfast wasn’t happening at the hotel, instead you had to cross the street and go to a coffee shop that would only offer one pastry, a dry sandwich or one small bowl of fruit (either/or). Not the breakfast you would expect when paying this price. Would recommend staying elsewhere for that money.
3-night trip

2/10

I will not pay my entire stay at this Hotel. The property is horrible. The bed was broken, my son suffered a back injury. No breakfast offered, charged as more than expected. the room was so tiny and the staff is not speaking English.

6/10

3-night trip

8/10

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2-night trip

10/10

3-night trip