Hotel La Torre del Cestello occupies an old building on Borgo San Frediano, in the Oltrarno, near the bank of the Arno. It is listed as a guesthouse, with rooms with a private bathroom and its own parking, which is handy if you arrive in Florence by car.
Location and getting around
Borgo San Frediano is one of the main streets of the San Frediano neighbourhood. On foot, Palazzo Pitti and Ponte Vecchio are about 10 minutes away. The Uffizi, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo (Florence Cathedral) are about 15 minutes away, and Santa Maria Novella station is also about 15 minutes’ walk.
From the door, the lungarno is a few steps away and you can cross to the centre by Ponte alla Carraia.
Rooms and facilities
Each room has air conditioning, a flat-screen television, free wifi and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and toiletries. According to the property itself, some have views of the river or the city.
There is private parking for an extra charge and pets are accepted. It is not stated what breakfast is offered. To compare with other guesthouses, see the category.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you travel by car and want to park at the property itself.
- A good fit if you travel with your dog.
- A good fit if you like the idea of staying in the Oltrarno and crossing the river for your visits.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00 to 00:00, presenting photo ID and a credit card. You must vacate the room between 08:00 and 10:30. As it is in the historic centre, ask the property about car access before you arrive.