Overview
Budget hotel in Florence with a panoramic terrace overlooking the Brunelleschi Dome
Terrace & Views
Hotel Balcony Firenze features a large communal terrace with direct sightlines to the Brunelleschi Dome. The terrace is open for breakfast and evening drinks, allowing guests to take in the cathedral's architecture while enjoying Tuscan cheese and homemade pastries. This shared space, accessible from the first floor, provides a vantage point that few hotels in the historic center can match.
Rooms & Comfort
All rooms at Hotel Balcony Florence are soundproofed and air conditioned, with satellite television and private bathrooms. The decor reflects Florence's artistic heritage through local prints and furnishings, a deliberate choice by the family owners. Guests can request a room with a private balcony, though the main shared terrace remains the hotel's signature asset.
Location & Access
Balcony Hotel Florence sits 1300 ft from Santa Maria Novella Station, making it a 5-minute walk for train travelers. The Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are both a 10-minute walk away, placing the hotel within a compact sightseeing radius. Nearby attractions also include Piazza della Signoria and the Accademia Gallery, reachable on foot within 15 minutes.
Dining & Breakfast
Each morning, Hotel Balcony Florence Italy serves a breakfast of freshly made cappuccino, Tuscan cheese, and homemade pastries, which can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hotel also operates a bar and a coffee house on site, with wine and champagne available for purchase. Breakfast is a simple, value-oriented option, with no hot or warm dishes, matching the hotel's economical pricing.
Services & Hospitality
Upon check-in, the staff provides personalized city maps and excursion recommendations, tailored to each guest's interests. The concierge can book visits to the Uffizi Gallery and other attractions, and luggage storage is available both before check-in and after checkout. The family-run team offers express check-in/check-out, private check-in/check-out, and assistance with arranging parking in the nearby garage with a hotel partnership.
- Terrace: Panoramic shared terrace with direct view of the Brunelleschi Dome
- Location: 5-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Station, 10 min to Uffizi Gallery
- Rooms: Soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and private bathroom
- Breakfast: Daily fresh pastries, Tuscan cheese, and cappuccino served on the terrace
- Services: Personalized city maps, excursion recommendations, luggage storage
- Value: Affordable pricing compared to other hotels in Florence's historic center
License number: 048017ALB0217,IT048017A1EJS2RTK5
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Single beds
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Handicap parking
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
VIP check-in/ -out
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
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
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Hotel Balcony
| 💵 Lowest room price | 55 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 4.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Peretola, FLR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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