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In the heart of downtown, Hotel Arno Bellariva welcomes you with a continental breakfast and lush garden. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, explore with tour/ticket assistance, and rest assured with multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk - all while being close to Piazzale Michelangelo and Palazzo Vecchio.
Located on the riverwalk, Hotel Arno Bellariva is in Santa Croce, a neighborhood in Florence. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nelson Mandela Forum or Coverciano. Visit our Florence travel guide
50121, FI, Florence, Lungarno del Tempio, 16
What's nearby
Arno River
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Piazzale Michelangelo
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Basilica of Santa Croce
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Piazza Santa Croce
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Uffizi Gallery
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop
4 min drive
Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station)
18 min walk
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
36 min drive
Restaurants
Bar I' Pappagallo
4 min walk
Rimani Ferrucci
8 min walk
Chiosco Del Frappé
4 min walk
Bottega Di Pasticceria
8 min walk
Tiratissima
5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Arno Bellariva
Hotel near Piazzale Michelangelo
Close to Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery, Hotel Arno Bellariva provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Self parking (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
A front-desk safe and concierge services
Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Arno Bellariva boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
On the riverwalk
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
5 steps to reach entrance
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
More
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Arno Bellariva pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arno Bellariva ?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arno Bellariva on Mar 15, 2026 start from ¥11,479, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Arno Bellariva ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Arno Bellariva ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hotel Arno Bellariva located?
Located in Santa Croce, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Arno River, Piazzale Michelangelo, and Palazzo Vecchio. Piazza della Signoria and Uffizi Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Marco University Tram Stop is 27 minutes by foot and Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) is 18 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Arno Bellariva Reviews
7.8
Good
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Nice hotel with quite modern feeling. At least compared to the other hotels visited during this Italian trip. Breakfast was ok. Not so much too choose, but well managed. Nice park on the other side of the street, where you could by street food and beverages in the evening. Close to river and not that far too city centre and train station.
It’s only two stars so don’t expect too much. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are cozy, the air conditioning was essential on 40c days in August. It’s across the street from the river and in a pleasant residential neighborhood and a short walk from the Ponte Vecchio and the central tourist locations in Florence. Good breakfast with fresh cut fruit as well as all the typical options.
Overall Impression: The only redeeming qualities of this hotel are it’s the location and the friendly staff. Unfortunately, the positives are completely overshadowed by the utterly unacceptable condition and lack of basic amenities for a room costing $260 per night. This property is dramatically overpriced and fails to meet even basic hospitality standards.
Major Issues (The Value Disconnect):
• Maintenance & Cleanliness: The hotel is clearly very old and poorly maintained. The room lacked essential cleaning standards; there was no change of bed sheets during my three-day stay, and towels were only changed once.
• Room Deficiencies: There were absolutely no basic amenities in the room, and no spare blankets were provided. The room felt incomplete and neglected.
• The shower door was not working well, and the toilet seat was broken
• Infrastructure: There is no elevator, which made luggage transport difficult.
• Pest Control: I experienced a notable issue with mosquitoes in the room.
• At this price, the breakfast needs to be of higher quality with greater variety.
Conclusion: While the staff were genuinely nice, and the location is OK, the hotel's state of disrepair, lack of cleanliness, and deficient room amenities make the $260 cost per night an absolute waste of money. I strongly recommend travelers look for other options nearby that offer better value and basic comfort.
Alon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Kamila
Apr 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
In terms of location, it was a 20-30 minute walk from all the main touristy spots with bus stops available within a 5-10 minute walk. Not too many dining options around the area and no local shop either which was not an issue for me personally.
The reception staff was very friendly and the breakfast options were standard (cereal, toast, hard-boiled eggs, yoghurt, fruit and pastires).
There was no lift in the building with quite a steep incline of the stairs to get to the second floor. The room main doors were also very heavy and quite hard to open as was the wardrobe door. Not an issue for me but could be an issue for indivuduals with mobility issues.
The room itself was standard although old fashioned with very little decor. The bed lamp didn't even have a lamp shade, just a bare lightbulb. The bathroom was tiny, and water pressure was dissapointing. My room was also ridden with mosquitoes which made my first night impossible to sleep through.
All in all, Hotel Arno Bellariva is a good hotel for a short term stay but not a place I would reccomend to stay if you're looking for more than just sleeping in the room.
Kamila
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Elizabeth
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The service was excellent!! Our only issue was that water was spraying from the toilet tank and the shower was leaking. The friendly staff made our stay very pleasant.
Situated across from a summer fair so close to multiple food stalls. Hotel very clean but dated.
Nigel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Marcela
Jun 26, 2025
The hotel was very old-looking. Breakfast was not varied, always the same. The street had workers working on it, and access to the other side of the street or the park was difficult.
MOSQUITOS!!! Near the river - not close enough for a view, but close enough for LOTS of MOSQUITOS..
no fan in the room, west sun heating up the room.. had to open the window for ventilation.. no screen.
FALSELY advertises AC- NO AC!!! Not even a fan in the room.
Falsely advertises room service.
When i asked about room service hotel replied i was not even allowed to eat food in my room at all.
HORRIBLE experience.
Do not recommend.
Absolutely AWFUL
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