Hotel Relais Il Cestello – A Favorite for Families in Florence

Hotel Relais Il Cestello has only 10 rooms, each with wooden furniture and free Wi-Fi. The Executive Double Room offers a comfortable king bed and a quiet internal view. The Triple Room includes a king bed plus an extra twin bed for a child or teenager.

Breakfast is served in the main hall next to an ancient fireplace, with views of Cestello Church and the Arno River. The continental breakfast includes fresh coffee, juice, pastry, and a small sandwich. The bar offers a range of cold drinks, American coffee, Italian espresso, cappuccino, and local wines.

The hotel sits in Piazza del Cestello in the residential Oltrarno district, away from tourist crowds. It is a 10 to 15-minute walk to Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower. Public transport stops are available right outside the hotel, and the Santa Maria Novella train station is a 15-minute walk away.

The hotel offers a range of massage services including back, foot, full body, hand, head, and neck massages. Guests can join bike tours, walking tours, and a happy hour at the bar. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, tour desk, and express check-in/check-out are available.

The Triple Room accommodates families with one king bed and one twin bed. The hotel staff provides tailored recommendations for local restaurants and activities suitable for all ages. Late check-in from 8pm to 2am is possible for a fee of EUR 10.00.

Location: Residential Oltrarno district, 10 min walk to Ponte Vecchio

Rooms: Only 10 rooms for an intimate stay

Dining: Breakfast with views of Cestello Church and Arno River

Wellness: Massage services and guided bike tours

Family: Triple rooms and luggage storage for early check-out