Via Dei Banchi 3, Tornabuoni, 50123 Florence, Italy
#227 of 371 hotels in Florence
Guests' ChoiceBased on 409 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.8
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 17, 2024
Gregory
Canadabreakfast... no eggs. Typical European breakfast which is really was insufficient
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Jiping
United States of AmericaBreakfast so so for 10 euro
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Mathew
AzerbaijanThe bathroom is a little dated and could use a freshen up, also providing an extra pillow wouldn’t hurt. These were certainly not deal breakers and would certainly stay again.
Hotel Balcony is a medium sized hotel in the heart of Florence. We liked the location, the friendly staff and the comfy bed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomA lift would have been convenient.
We felt that we were staying with family. This is a small hotel with about 14 well decorated rooms. It is owned and operated by a husband, wife and their son. They were all exceptionally friendly and helpful. The location is superb. The Duomo is a few hundred meters from hotel. And the direct tram from the Florence Airport also stops a few hundred meters away.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Marvin
MexicoThe WiFi could be better , the bed was a little to hard
Easy to get to from the train station! Close to the city center
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Ben
Israelroom was little bit small
excellent location, very nice rooms, helpfull staff, very clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Laura
ItalyThe bathroom was not in very good conditions, especially the shower The room was quite small The breakfast almost essential as continental, but expensive
The general appearence of the common spaces (corridor, terrace..) The personnell was helpful The room and bathroom were clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Caroline
United States of AmericaI didnt like that I did not have a view from my room, i expected to have a view of at least the street or the duomo. The walls were also very thin, you can hear everything. That did not affect me though because I stayed out all day exploring and then would go out at night but its definitely something to be aware of.
I loved the people who worked the hotel they were super nice and made me feel comfortable and safe which is important as I was on my first solo trip. The older woman running the hotel was particularly so kind, she talked to me when I got there about Florence and was just so welcoming. Room and bed was nice and comfortable, everything was clean, sheets were cleaned/towels replaced immediately the next day, absolutley amazing location. Location was the best part of the place. Great hotel if you are traveling solo. Though checkout was at 11am I was able to keep my bags there all day which was so nice!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Bridget
AustraliaThe “patio” wasn’t quite what I was expecting but didn’t need one anyway. Toiletries were primitive (no conditioner) which I wish I’d known but otherwise no complaints.
Staff were lovely; location was amazing.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Jason
United KingdomPolite and friendly staff. Spoke good English, that helped me a lot. Really central all sites were within walking distance
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Naiqi
United KingdomBring your eye plugs! The walls are THIN!
The location is superb.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 30, 2023
Liisa
EstoniaRoom was not soundproof. I could hear a word by word conversation of someone in the room next to me.
Simple room in the center. Great location close to everything and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2023
Sharoncrisp
United KingdomPerfect location. Nice and clean,
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 7, 2023
Rolake
United States of AmericaThere was not something I did not like.
I liked the location, can see the duomo. The staff were nice and the hotel was just too cute.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 3, 2023
Santos
FranceThe rooms aren't well isolated for sound as I was able to clearly hear the people in the next room speaking, and the opening/closing of doors is quite loud. Some parts of the room were quite old and showing some wear and tear.
Lovely staff who accomodated an early breakfast to be able to run the Firenze marathon. Great location at a walking distance from every monument and transportation. Clean rooms.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 1, 2023
Dirk
NetherlandsThe shower had some issues. There was hardly any warm water (one day even no warm water, though they fixed this during my stay). Wifi had the tendency to slow down considerably in the evening.
Great location!! Close to the station as well as the historical centre.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2023
Souheil
LebanonThe cost is extremely high compared to the facility. 2 floors for the luggage with no elevator
The location is very good near the station
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 22, 2023
Sarah
AustraliaBedroom was very small, we had to climb over our suitcases, Stairw as there is no lift, on saying that the host that met us carried our bags up the stairs. Breakfast was very average
The room was quiet, walking distance to all the attractions, clean and tidy hotel, fabulous restaurant a few doors up.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 16, 2023
Mesut
Turkeyroom was very little and between us and next room there wasn’t enough isolation
Location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 9, 2023
Ariun
RussiaNothing.
Good value for money. One of the host is beautiful true Italian lady and she is very hospitable. The hotel designed very cute. Location Top and strategic.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 8, 2023
Tanya
AustraliaWhilst not a big issue overall, the room adjoined a shared terrace where guests could (and did) smoke. Unfortunately as non-smokers (and as an asthmatic) it was necessary to keep the windows closed which created some stuffiness in the room.
The location of Hotel Balcony is perfect. It is located a short walking distance from the train station and to the main tourist attractions. Friendly and helpful staff (owner). The breakfast was thoughtfully prepared offering various options to cater for varying dietary requirements. Our twin room had opening windows and included a small bar refrigerator, the bathroom was clean with good water pressure and hot water.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 7, 2023
Polonca
SloveniaThe room was small, but nicely furnished, clean, and with the best view in Florence! We really enjoyed our stay. The staff was very nice. The location was great, everything was a few minutes away. We would definitely recommend it!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 6, 2023
John
United KingdomBathroom was small and water pressure poor
Most things. Amazing location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Okay
TurkeyLocation and helpful stuffs.
Stayed in November 2023
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