we would like suggestions for hotels in florence that are centrally located,have private baths,a view of the arno if possible. we are fine with simple clean accomodations. we prefer the cost be about 200 euros per night.

Beacci Tornabuoni<BR><BR>www.fodors.com/rants/rrread.cfm?destination=florence@63&class=Hotels@20 003&entity_id=31923<BR><BR>Best wishes,<BR><BR>Rex<BR>

Hi Jim,<BR>(BTW, is Tony your cousin?)<BR><BR>You might want to try the Hotel Pitti Palace at 2 via Barbadori in Florence. It's right near the Arno. When I was in school in Florence, this was where I would have friends & relatives stay, while I was "dormed" with other students.<BR><BR>Buon Viaggio,<BR>BC

Hello Jim,<BR>The Hermitage is perfect!!!<BR>Enjoy!

Hello Jim,<BR>We agree the Hermitage was perfect! It has a rooftop terrace-Where you can have cocktails after a long day. The view is the Arno and Pointe di Vecchio one way the other roof tops. In fact, after day 1 the bartender remembered what we liked and asked if we would like the usual on the terrace!!! Great service. Also, the arrange for a driver one day- Our drivers name was Marcello-with the silver Mercedes great deal and wouderful experience. The hotel was $150.00 USD in March 2001. Ask for room 602 it is on the floor with the terrace. Larger room and very private. We can not wait to go back!! Have a great time.