Your stay — Emma Bed & Breakfast
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The Property — Emma Bed & Breakfast
Emma Bed & Breakfast is a small, family-run spot on Avellino's quiet eastern edge, a 15-minute walk from the cathedral. It mixes homey hospitality – think homemade cakes for breakfast on a sunny terrace – with genuinely useful touches like free parking and a lift, unusual for a three-star B&B here. The lobby is unpretentious, tiled floors, a rack of local hiking maps, and a noticeboard in Italian and English. Best for independent travellers who want a calm base for exploring Avellino and the Irpinia wine country without fuss or city-centre noise.
Chronicles of Avellino
Avellino was the Roman Abellinum, a Samnite hill fort before that, and was rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1980. Its medieval core, around Piazza del Duomo and the 12th-century cathedral, shows Norman and Baroque layers, but much of the modern city is functional post-quake reconstruction. Today it’s the capital of Irpinia, famous for its wine (Taurasi, Fiano di Avellino) and as a quieter, more affordable gateway to the Amalfi Coast via the Avellino–Salerno motorway.
Best Time to Visit
Full Avellino guide →Best months
MaySeptemberJune
Peak / festival surge
August is peak, driven by Italian holidaymakers travelling through to the coast, plus local feste (e.g., Ferragosto mid-month). Hotel prices rise 20–30%. Emma B&B’s basic double often hits €90–110/night then.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still mild (15–22°C in April), fewer tourists, and room rates fall 15–25% below peak. Good for wine tours and hiking without the heat.
Weather & packing
Avellino’s altitude (350m) gives it cooler, rainier springs and autumns than Naples, 30km south. Pack a light waterproof and layers even in June; evenings can drop to 14°C.
Live City Briefing — Avellino
- Avellino’s main train station (Avellino Centrale) is undergoing platform refurbishment until late 2026 – expect delays and temporary boarding changes on local services to Benevento and Salerno.
- The new ‘Irpinia Bike’ cycle route linking Avellino to the Ofanto Valley is now open; Emma B&B offers free bicycle storage.
- Summer 2026 sees the return of the ‘Settimana del Fiano’ wine festival in nearby Montefalcione (15–20 June), a week before your stay – some tastings may still have leftover tickets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Emma Bed & Breakfast, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request any room on the first floor (the only floor, accessed by 19 stairs). It’s all rooms at this B&B are on the same floor, so there’s no upper-level advantage. Ask for a room facing the internal courtyard (rear of building) — that will be quieter than those overlooking Via Francesco Crispi.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Via Francesco Crispi — that’s a residential street but with typical city noise (traffic, conversations, delivery vans) especially in the morning. There’s no lift so avoid any room near the staircase landing if you’re light-sensitive to hall noise.
Best views
Rooms on the Via Francesco Crispi side look onto the street: typical historic row of buildings and pavement. That’s the view, not special. Courtyard rooms face a quieter interior, possibly with washing lines or other apartments. No mountain or monument views from this address.
Quietest floors
First floor only (the entire property). No other floors exist.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Via Francesco Crispi (light traffic, motorbikes, early-morning deliveries). Occasional noise from the garage Parcheggio Piazza Libertà (5 min walk) but not directly audible. No bar or restaurant noise reported. Stairs: nineteen steps, no lift — so carry-on luggage fine, but heavy suitcase a strain.
Insider tips
1. Parking: Parcheggio Piazza Libertà is your best bet at €12/day. Reserve online in advance in summer — Avellino gets busy. 2. Check-in: The owner lives separately. They’ll meet you at the entrance — coordinate arrival time. Request a room on the courtyard side for quieter sleep.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Emma Bed & Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 20 Mbps download. Login via a simple web portal with no time limit.
No lift; the B&B occupies the first floor of a historic building accessed only by stairs (19 steps). Ground-floor rooms not available.
No physical newspapers. A few Italian digital magazines are accessible via guest tablet in the common lounge.
Check-in from 15:00 to 20:00; earlier arrival bag drop-off possible without fee. Check-out by 10:30; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage offered after check-out until 18:00.
No step-free access; entrance via two exterior steps and then a staircase up. Wheelchair users cannot access the building. No specially adapted rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage is Parcheggio Piazza Libertà, a 5-minute walk, costing €12 per 24 hours. No EV charging points on site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, applies to all guests aged 14+
Deposit & card hold: A 30% deposit of the total stay is charged at booking. At check-in, a €100 incidental hold is placed on your card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa della Santissima Madre (119 m · ~1 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 115 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Naples airport or tourist offices which give poor rates.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay common for small amounts.
Tipping not expected; locals round up the bill or leave small change (€1-2) for good service in restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter (caffè al banco) costs about €1.00-1.20.
A panino or pizza al taglio (by the slice) with a drink from a bakery/takeaway – about €5-7.
A simple pizza or pasta dish in a casual trattoria – around €8-12 for a main course.
The historic centre around Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Piazza Libertà has several bakeries and pizza-by-the-slice spots for quick, cheap eats.
Conad, Eurospin, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Via Vittorio Emanuele and Corso Europa have mid-range chain stores; avoid high-end boutiques near the duomo.
Single bus tickets €1.30; a day pass (biglietto giornaliero) for local buses about €3.50. From Naples airport, take the direct bus (€3-4) run by Air Campania or at least €50 taxi.
Eat lunch at bars/bakeries rather than sit-down restaurants. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist shops. Use the bus day pass if making more than two trips.
Good to know — Avellino
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
AvellinoFor general emergencies, dial 112 (Single European Emergency Number). For Carabinieri, dial 112. In Avellino, local police (Polizia Municipale) can be reached at 0825 200 111. The main hospital is Ospedale San Giuseppe Moscati, +39 0825 203 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Avellino, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Emma Bed & Breakfast
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 115 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Avellino Train Station → Hotel Urciuolo (Via Amabile)
💡 Lines 1 and 3 stop closest to the hotel. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard before the driver pulls off—fines are stiff. Buy tickets at tabacchi shops near the station.
Avellino Train Station / City Centre → Park Hotel La Faia
💡 Line 1 stops directly outside the hotel. Buy single tickets at tabacchi shops—drivers don't sell them.
Naples International Airport (NAP) → Avellino Bus Station (Piazza Kennedy)
💡 FlixBus runs direct. Sita Sud requires a change at Salerno. From Avellino bus station, take bus 12 or 14 to La Faia (10 min, €1.30).
Naples International Airport (NAP) → Park Hotel La Faia, Avellino
💡 Book with a reliable local firm like Autoservizirra. Flagging a cab at the airport costs more. Get a fixed quote upfront.
Naples Centrale Station → Avellino Train Station
💡 Take the Circumvesuviana from Piazza Garibaldi (not the main station) for regional trains to Avellino. Then, connect via local bus no. 4 or 8 from the station to Piazza Kennedy, or a 15-minute walk with luggage. Cheaper but slightly longer than the bus.
Naples International Airport (NAP) → Avellino Bus Station
💡 Use the FlixBus or Air Campania SITA bus from the airport to Avellino's Piazza Kennedy. From there, it's a 10-minute walk to Hotel Urciuolo on Via Amabile. Buy tickets at the airport newsstand or app—no onboard sales.
Napoli Centrale (main train station) → Avellino Train Station
💡 Buy tickets at the machine or app (Trenitalia). Validate before boarding. From Avellino station, it's a 20-min walk or 5-min bus ride (line 1).
Naples International Airport (NAP) → Hotel Urciuolo, Avellino
💡 Book via the hotel or a local service like NCC Avellino for a fixed price. Avoid unlicensed cabs at the airport. Minivans cost about the same if you're in a group.
Avellino Stazione FS (train station) → Emma Bed & Breakfast (Piazza Libertà stop)
💡 Buy tickets at station bar or tabacchi—€1.10 single, valid 90 minutes. Validate on board with the machine or risk a €50 fine.
Avellino bus terminal → Via Tagliamento (near hotel)
💡 Bus 6 passes right by Al Grillo d'Oro. Buy tickets at any tabacchi—validate on board. Cash only, no change given. Useful if you arrive by train or other bus.
Naples Centrale (Garibaldi) → Avellino station
💡 Cheapest option but needs a change at Cancello. Buy a combined ticket at the machine. The Avellino station is 15 mins uphill to the hotel—taxi about €5.
Naples International Airport (NAP) → Il Tufiello, Avellino
About Avellino
Wikipedia ↗
Avellino (Italian: [avelˈliːno] ; Irpino: Avillino [avilˈliːnə]) is a city and comune (municipality), and capital of the province of Avellino in the region of Campania in southern Italy. It is situated in a plain surrounded by mountains 47 kilometres (29 mi) east of Naples and is an important hub on...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
Request any room on the first floor (the only floor, accessed by 19 stairs). It’s all rooms at this B&B are on the same floor, so there’s no upper-level advantage. Ask for a room facing the internal courtyard (rear of building) — that will be quieter than those overlooking Via Francesco Crispi.
Which rooms should I avoid at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
Avoid rooms facing Via Francesco Crispi — that’s a residential street but with typical city noise (traffic, conversations, delivery vans) especially in the morning. There’s no lift so avoid any room near the staircase landing if you’re light-sensitive to hall noise.
Is Emma Bed & Breakfast noisy?
Street noise from Via Francesco Crispi (light traffic, motorbikes, early-morning deliveries). Occasional noise from the garage Parcheggio Piazza Libertà (5 min walk) but not directly audible. No bar or restaurant noise reported. Stairs: nineteen steps, no lift — so carry-on luggage fine, but heavy suitcase a strain.
Which rooms have the best views at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
Rooms on the Via Francesco Crispi side look onto the street: typical historic row of buildings and pavement. That’s the view, not special. Courtyard rooms face a quieter interior, possibly with washing lines or other apartments. No mountain or monument views from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
1. Parking: Parcheggio Piazza Libertà is your best bet at €12/day. Reserve online in advance in summer — Avellino gets busy. 2. Check-in: The owner lives separately. They’ll meet you at the entrance — coordinate arrival time. Request a room on the courtyard side for quieter sleep.
What time is check-in at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
Check-in at Emma Bed & Breakfast is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Emma Bed & Breakfast have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 20 Mbps download. Login via a simple web portal with no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Emma Bed & Breakfast?
€1.50 per person per night, applies to all guests aged 14+
Where can I eat cheaply near Emma Bed & Breakfast?
A panino or pizza al taglio (by the slice) with a drink from a bakery/takeaway – about €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Emma Bed & Breakfast?
Single bus tickets €1.30; a day pass (biglietto giornaliero) for local buses about €3.50. From Naples airport, take the direct bus (€3-4) run by Air Campania or at least €50 taxi.
When is the best time to visit Avellino?
MaySeptemberJune
Top Attractions in Avellino
💡 Go during late afternoon when the light hits the mosaics in the crypt. The bell tower climb costs €2 but is worth it for the view.
💡 Grab a coffee at the bar opposite at sunset—the light hits the fountain nicely. Water is safe to drink from the spigot.
💡 Go early morning to see the light through the rose window hit the marble floor. Free entry, but donations appreciated.
💡 Ask the attendant for the key to the rooftop terrace — often unlocked, but rarely advertised. Great view of the cathedral dome.
💡 Walk around the back to see the original medieval bell tower still standing.
💡 Check the crypt floor for a Roman mosaic; it's often missed by visitors.
💡 Fill your bottle here before a city walk — the water is from the nearby Terme di Avellino springs and tastes clean.
💡 Look for the small museum inside the crypt—entry is free but donations are welcome.