Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio
Via Guicciardini 13, Santo Spirito, 50125 Florence, Italy – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 1800 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
big room - big bathroom - located downtown made it easy to get to the local sites
United States of AmericaThe room was excellent. Very modern. The staff were excellent and helpful. Rooms were clean.
United States of AmericaBeautiful, spectacular. Both the inner courtyard rooms and the dining area had beautiful views.
United States of AmericaThe antique elevator was cute. The staff is perfect. The area immediately around the hotel is beautiful and amazing. We will stay here again when we go there from Houston Texas.
United States of Americathe staff were amazing and welcoming, I also loved how historical the building was and the architecture is beautiful!
United States of Americathe hotel has a lovely rooftop deck with a beautiful view of the city. Breakfasts were very generous with something for every taste. Laura was so pleasant and helpful in making dinner reservations. Perfect location just over the Ponte Vecchio bridge and steps away from the Pitti Palace. A great value, exceptionally clean, quiet and comfortable
SpainThe hotel was conveniently located in the middle of everything. You can’t choose a better location. The staff were so attentive. I was checked-in by Angela at the reception who went out of her way numerous times to make sure I have what I need. Customer service was just impeccable. The hotel also has a beautiful rooftop bar with an amazing view.
United Arab EmiratesRoom was spacious and had an incredible shower. Was very quiet and AC was great. Hotel location was close to major attractions and many restaurants. Staff was very helpful in getting taxi's, etc. Breakfast was exceptional. Terrace on building top offers an incredible view of the city.
United States of Americait was a nice room, good breakfast, amazing roof top terrace for breakfast.
CanadaThe staff were so helpful and accommodating! We stayed at this hotel 10 years ago and it was great then and it’s still great! The room was very clean and the AC (heat wave going on) worked very well. it’s a great location and the breakfast is delicious. I fully recommend this hotel and will stay here on my next trip to Florence!
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On the banks of the Arno River, La Scaletta is a 15th-century building located between Florence's Ponte Vecchio bridge and Palazzo Pitti. Its rooftop terrace is open all year and offers panoramic views.
The bright rooms feature neutral colors and hardwood floors. All air-conditioned, they include an LCD TV, minibar and free Wi-Fi.
A continental buffet breakfast is available upon request. You can enjoy drinks and Tuscan cuisine at the hotel bar and restaurant. Meals are served on the terrace from May until September.
La Scaletta Hotel is just across the river from the Uffizi Gallery and 10 minutes by foot from Florence's cathedral, the Duomo. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 15-minute walk away.
This is our guests' favorite part of Florence, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Tamara
United States of America“big room - big bathroom - located downtown made it easy to get to the local sites”
LawrenceUnited States of America“The room was excellent. Very modern. The staff were excellent and helpful. Rooms were clean.”- LauraUnited States of America“Beautiful, spectacular. Both the inner courtyard rooms and the dining area had beautiful views.”
- LuciaUnited States of America“The antique elevator was cute. The staff is perfect. The area immediately around the hotel is beautiful and amazing. We will stay here again when we go there from Houston Texas.”
SarahUnited States of America“the staff were amazing and welcoming, I also loved how historical the building was and the architecture is beautiful!”- Jane
Spain“the hotel has a lovely rooftop deck with a beautiful view of the city. Breakfasts were very generous with something for every taste. Laura was so pleasant and helpful in making dinner reservations. Perfect location just over the Ponte Vecchio...” - Tamer
United Arab Emirates“The hotel was conveniently located in the middle of everything. You can’t choose a better location. The staff were so attentive. I was checked-in by Angela at the reception who went out of her way numerous times to make sure I have what I need....” - LaneUnited States of America“Room was spacious and had an incredible shower. Was very quiet and AC was great. Hotel location was close to major attractions and many restaurants. Staff was very helpful in getting taxi's, etc. Breakfast was exceptional. Terrace on building top...”
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Canada“it was a nice room, good breakfast, amazing roof top terrace for breakfast.” - TaniaUnited States of America“The staff were so helpful and accommodating! We stayed at this hotel 10 years ago and it was great then and it’s still great! The room was very clean and the AC (heat wave going on) worked very well. it’s a great location and the breakfast is...”
- Does “attached bathroom” mean a shared hall bathroom, or is it in your room? Thank you.All our rooms have private ensuite bathroom. Best regards, SaraAnswered on January 7, 2020
- Are there any superior double rooms with a bathtub?Hello, We have only one Superior room with bathtub. best regards, LauraAnswered on January 5, 2020
- We need secure parking for our car. Can you provide that and what would be the cost? Thank you.Hotel La Scaletta has not private parking but has an agreement with a private garage open, from 07.00 a.m. to 12.00 a.m., that costs Euro 24-30 for 24..Answered on January 21, 2020
- Hi, do you have parking? Thanks,Hi, We don't have a garage but we have an agreement with a garage nearb . Best regardsAnswered on September 16, 2021
- Do you have Parking at the hotel ?not a private one, we have an agreement with 2 garages, the costs is about 35 € for 24h.Answered on September 28, 2022
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Panorama Restaurant La Scaletta
Food: Italian
Open for: Dinner
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Please inform Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Bar is closed from Thu, Nov 01, 2018 until Tue, Apr 30, 2019
Bar is closed from Mon, Nov 01, 2021 until Sat, Apr 30, 2022
FAQs about Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio
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Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio is 1,950 feet from the center of Florence.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 30min
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Room options at Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio include:
- Double
- Suite
- Twin/Double
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Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio has 1 restaurant:
- Panorama Restaurant La Scaletta
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The prices at Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Italian
- Buffet
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Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Walking tours
- Cooking class
- Happy hour
- Bike tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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Check-in at Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
