On the banks of the Arno River, La Scaletta is a 15th-century building located between Florence's Ponte Vecchio bridge and Palazzo Pitti. Its rooftop terrace is open all year and offers panoramic views. The bright rooms feature neutral colors and hardwood floors. All air-conditioned, they include an LCD TV, minibar and free Wi-Fi. A continental buffet breakfast is available upon request. You can enjoy drinks and Tuscan cuisine at the hotel bar and restaurant. Meals are served on the terrace from May until September. La Scaletta Hotel is just across the river from the Uffizi Gallery and 10 minutes by foot from Florence's cathedral, the Duomo. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 15-minute walk away.