Hotel Balestri in Florence

Overlooking the Arno river, this sophisticated palazzo hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Uffizi Gallery and 500 m from the Ponte Vecchio bridge.Featuring stained oak parquet floors, the upscale rooms feature marble bathrooms with premium toiletries, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus courtyard and city views. Upgraded rooms add coffee machines and river views, while some junior suites have balconies. Kids age 3 and under stay free.A complimentary breakfast buffet is served in a chic dining room. There's also a refined bar.