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Hotel Relais Il Cestello

3.0 star property

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A historic building with a prominent tower, a river in the foreground, and a mountainous backdrop.
A living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a white reception desk.
Executive Double Room | In-room dining
A view of a building with a dome and a tiled roof through an open window.
A breakfast table with croissants, juice, and a red drink, set in a bright room with a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Piazza Di Cestello 9, Florence, FI, 50124
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Signoria
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a small potted plant.

Superior Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, River View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a kettle, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Double or Twin Room

Executive Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Florence

Hotel Relais Il Cestello places you in the centre of Florence, within just a 5-minute stroll of Arno River and within 15 minutes of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Historic Centre of Florence hotel include Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria.

What's nearby

  • Arno River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pitti Palace - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Westin Excelsior Terrase - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Antico Ristoro di Cambi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ditta Artigianale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Ginori - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪NOF Gallery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Relais Il Cestello

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Hotel Relais Il Cestello.

This 3-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1990
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Relais Il Cestello offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1990
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 4:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Relais Il Cestello
Relais Il Cestello Florence
Relais Il Cestello Hotel
Relais Il Cestello Hotel Florence
Relais Il Cestello
Hotel Relais Il Cestello Hotel
Hotel Relais Il Cestello Florence
Hotel Relais Il Cestello Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Relais Il Cestello?

Hotel Relais Il Cestello offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

What makes Hotel Relais Il Cestello a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Relais Il Cestello.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel Relais Il Cestello?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel Relais Il Cestello serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Relais Il Cestello?

No, Hotel Relais Il Cestello does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Relais Il Cestello?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Relais Il Cestello?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Relais Il Cestello Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 249 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Imitiaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was great and the staff was WONDERFUL!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

mary holland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
simple and very comfortable and a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient to all the best areas of Florence including oltrarno, where the hotel is located, the station, and all the important monuments. My room had a view of the Arno, a great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sadri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Costumer service. Great place to be, close to everyhting on foot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Hetal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Would book this hotel again. The staff were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Staff was extremely sweet and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Florence for one night. Friendly staff with easy checkin. Air conditioning was excellent too with the hot days.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely stay. The hotel itself was lovely but what made it so special was the wonderful staff. They were so helpful to us with recommendations and support with our travels. I cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good hotel in quiet area

the hotel was clean rooms a little dated but clean and functional and very quiet. Reception was very helpful gave a great recommendation for dinner. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel location just a little walk out of the business of central Firenze. Lovely, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near downtown. convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay in Florence, Italy

Great place to stay. Close to all the historic area and shops. Great service, beautiful atmosphere. Friendly and helpful staff. I will definitely come back and recommend this place to all my friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's in San Frediano, the best little-known district in Florence. It's ten minutes or less to everything you want to do, including museums and the train station. Eduina, the manager, was friendly and helpful. I'll never stay anyplace else in Florence.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the owner, for the price is the best option in Florence.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property but who I have to give credit to is the receptionist Eduina who waited for me until I got to the hotel from train station. She was welcoming and gave me excellent recommendations on dining options around the hotel. As the initial face and representative of the hotel she demonstrated the high quality and excellent standards of Relais II Cestello. I will definitely stay there again on my next visit to Firenze. Thank you, Eduina!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. We would recommend this property to anyone for amenities, accommodation and access. Alexandra & Edwina our hosts were outstanding and provided our every need. Hope you return. C. Ercolamento
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Edwina was very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Fung Yi Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Discovering True Luxury

Staffs are helpful, friendly, care people. Full of artistic atmosphere inside out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is my third time at Cestello and I will be going back in few weeks. It's a good hotel that is run very nicely by the manager Valeria. Really great. Good wi fi , good breakfast. I m recommending it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved my stay here! It is convenient to the train station (maybe about 10 min walk) and it’s about a 15 min walk to the Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi, and maybe 20 min from the Duomo. It’s super convenient and ideal for local restaurants, gelato, and sightseeing. Eduina was amazing and helped me out with planning day trips and was super friendly and attentive. I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Can’t recommend enough for a small hotel feel in a local Florence neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted at the door by an energetic young women named Eduina. She quickly took our suitcases into the hotel and checked us in for a four night stay. Each day she looked after us, She made sure all of our needs were met. Making certain our stay was comfortable. She, explaining EVERTHING there is to know and to explore the beautiful city of Florence. Thank you Eduina for a welcoming stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent experience

My stay was amazing. The room was excellent, comfy bed, clean with a window for air. What l liked best was that this unique hotel had a fantastic host Edwina who took care of me suggesting places to go see and authentic Italian restaurants. I loved the breakfasts and chats with her and others guests. A very positive energy with great service. Thank you for a memorable experience in Florence for the first time. I highly recommend this hotel .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Miss Eduina is the clear difference maker! Her overwhelming service, her ambition to provide the best customer experience and her problem solving skills made our stay a clear highlight in Florence. She gives the hotel a soul, without her it would only be a place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and nice location. Staff were very friendly but didn't speak english so it was difficult to communicate. We weren't sure about where the breakfast was since it wasn't in the small reception area. Wifi didn't work in our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023