Hotel Berchielli

Excellent property on the Arno, a stone's throw from Ponte Vecchio. Impeccable professional service. I used the convenient valet parking service, which included pickup and drop-off. The breakfast was sumptuous: everything you could want and of high quality. I had requested a "beautiful view" when booking, and they upgraded my room at no extra cost. The air conditioning noise and hairdryer could be improved.

The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, right by the Arno River between the famous Ponte Vecchio and Ponte Santa Trinita. It's only about 200-300 meters from the Uffizi Gallery, just a few minutes' walk. Watching the sunset from Ponte Vecchio and Ponte Santa Trinita is also incredibly convenient from here. The hotel itself is historic and has a charming, vintage feel. There are no chip key cards or password locks; instead, you get a heavy, old-fashioned, tarnished brass key. When you leave, you hand the key to the front desk, and when you return, you retrieve it to open your room. After staying a couple of days, the front desk staff even started recognizing us, which was a unique experience. The Italian-style sofas in the lobby are incredibly comfortable, especially after a long day of sightseeing, providing a truly relaxing spot. They also have photography books showcasing the Tuscan landscape and other reading materials. Our room was spacious with high ceilings, and we were lucky enough to get a river view room. Opening the shutters, we could see the Arno River and the Ponte Vecchio – absolutely delightful!

The hotel's location is excellent, and the room was very spacious. Although the bathroom was small, it had everything we needed. The breakfast service was particularly warm and friendly. The only downsides were that the air conditioning in the room was a bit noisy and the duvet/blanket was a bit thin.

Breakfast was disappointing, and the staff were a bit unfriendly. They asked for tips quite aggressively. The room itself felt like it was in an older hotel.

A hidden gem! The location and views are fantastic.