Your stay — Il Melograno
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The Property — Il Melograno
Il Melograno is a straightforward three-star set in a quiet residential area of Avellino, about ten minutes’ walk from the main Piazza Libertà. The lobby is small and functional, with a tile floor, a few armchairs and a reception desk that doubles as a bar. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, quiet base rather than character or luxury. The hotel’s name means ‘the pomegranate’, and you’ll see the fruit motif in the fabric of the dining room curtains. Breakfast is basic but sufficient, and on-site parking is a real bonus in a city where street spots are scarce.
Chronicles of Avellino
Avellino was founded by the Hirpini, an ancient Samnite tribe, and later became a Roman municipium called Abellinum. The city’s medieval core was largely reshaped after the devastating 1980 Irpinia earthquake, which levelled much of the historic centre. Reconstruction gave Avellino a functional, post‑war feel, with wide boulevards and concrete apartment blocks, though a few Baroque churches survive. Today it functions as the commercial and administrative hub of the Irpinia region, known for wine production (especially Greco di Tufo and Fiano di Avellino) and as a stepping stone to the Partenio regional park. The cultural identity is quietly proud, with a strong local cuisine centred on chestnuts, truffles and the famous caciocavallo cheese.
Best Time to Visit
Full Avellino guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm, sunny days (22–28°C) with lower rainfall than spring or autumn. Crowds are thin as most tourists head to Naples or the Amalfi Coast. July is good but hotter, often hitting 32°C.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by Italian summer holidays and local festivals (e.g. the Festa di San Modestino in mid‑August). Hotel rates at Il Melograno can rise 20–30% above shoulder prices, and the city feels busier with day‑trippers passing through.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best budget shoulder months. Weather is still pleasant, hotel prices drop back to base rates (around €70–90 per night), and you’ll have the town’s restaurants and piazzas mostly to yourself.
Weather & packing
Avellino sits at 350m elevation, so nights in early July can cool to 16°C even after hot days. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for evening walks, plus a sun hat and comfortable walking shoes for daytime exploring.
Live City Briefing — Avellino
- The Avellino–Mercogliano cable car, which provides scenic access to the Montevergine sanctuary, is currently closed for maintenance until September 2026 – check the official website before planning a visit.
- In June 2026, the city inaugurated a new pedestrianised zone in Corso Vittorio Emanuele, making the main shopping street quieter for evening passeggiate.
- The Irpinia wine harvest typically starts in late September, but July already sees several agriturismi offering pre‑harvest tours and tastings of Fiano and Greco di Tufo.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Melograno, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard or side street. These floors are low enough to avoid lift noise and high enough to minimise street-level disturbance from Avellino's traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those directly above the entrance or bar area. Street noise from Avellino's main roads can be significant, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up foot traffic and service sounds.
Best views
A room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard offers a quiet outlook away from the street. Side-street views are preferable to main road views.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 are the quietest, as they sit above street level but below the rooftop and lift machinery if present.
🔊 Noise notes
Avellino is a provincial capital with moderate traffic on its main arteries. Street noise can be audible from front-facing rooms, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The bar and lobby area on the ground floor may generate casual chatter until late evening.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard when booking — it's your best bet for quiet. 2. If arriving by car, check if the hotel has off-street parking; if not, public parking in Avellino can be tight on weekends.
- 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 — Il Melograno
Free high-speed WiFi for guests, no login page or restrictions; upload up to 20 Mbps, download 100 Mbps
Small passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access on property tablets; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 fee €15, request by 21:00 previous day
Free luggage storage at reception; no secure lockers
No step-free main entrance (one step up, portable ramp available); lift accessible but width 70 cm; no adapted rooms
On-site car park €10 per night; nearest public garage (Parcheggio Piazza Libertà) €8 per night; no EV charging points
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card 7 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Madonna della Foresta (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BPER Banca — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM withdrawals from bank-owned machines for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots as they give poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, larger shops, and restaurants in town, but smaller cafes and market stalls prefer cash; contactless and mobile pay work in most places.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving €1-2 for good service is appreciated in restaurants; taxi drivers don't expect a tip, and hotel staff usually get €1-2 for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a bar for an espresso is the cheapest option, usually around €1.00-€1.20.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a bakery or 'rosticceria' (takeaway) costs around €4-€6.
A simple pasta or grilled meat main course in a trattoria or pizzeria is around €10-€13.
Look for 'pizza a portafoglio' (folded pizza), arancini (rice balls), or fried olives; cheaper spots are around the main pedestrian streets and market areas.
Budget supermarket chains include Eurospin, Lidl, and MD; Conad and Decò are also common in the area.
For affordable high-street clothing, head to Corso Vittorio Emanuele or Via dei Mercanti; there are also street markets on certain days like the Saturday market near Piazza d'Armi.
Walking is easiest for the compact centre; for longer trips, a single bus ticket costs about €1.30 from tabacchi or newsagents. From Naples airport, take the direct Air Campania shuttle bus from outside arrivals to Avellino bus station (around €5).
1) Eat and drink while standing at a bar counter rather than sitting at a table to avoid a surcharge. 2) Buy snacks and water from supermarkets rather than tourist-centric shops. 3) Use the daily bus ticket for unlimited rides if you plan multiple trips.
Good to know — Avellino
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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 Il Melograno
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BPER Banca — 1.7 km · ~21 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Il Melograno?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard or side street. These floors are low enough to avoid lift noise and high enough to minimise street-level disturbance from Avellino's traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Melograno?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those directly above the entrance or bar area. Street noise from Avellino's main roads can be significant, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up foot traffic and service sounds.
Is Il Melograno noisy?
Avellino is a provincial capital with moderate traffic on its main arteries. Street noise can be audible from front-facing rooms, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The bar and lobby area on the ground floor may generate casual chatter until late evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Melograno?
A room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard offers a quiet outlook away from the street. Side-street views are preferable to main road views.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Melograno?
1. Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard when booking — it's your best bet for quiet. 2. If arriving by car, check if the hotel has off-street parking; if not, public parking in Avellino can be tight on weekends.
What time is check-in at Il Melograno?
Check-in at Il Melograno is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Melograno have Wi-Fi?
Free high-speed WiFi for guests, no login page or restrictions; upload up to 20 Mbps, download 100 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Melograno?
€1.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Melograno?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a bakery or 'rosticceria' (takeaway) costs around €4-€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Melograno?
Walking is easiest for the compact centre; for longer trips, a single bus ticket costs about €1.30 from tabacchi or newsagents. From Naples airport, take the direct Air Campania shuttle bus from outside arrivals to Avellino bus station (around €5).
When is the best time to visit Avellino?
May, June and September offer warm, sunny days (22–28°C) with lower rainfall than spring or autumn. Crowds are thin as most tourists head to Naples or the Amalfi Coast. July is good but hotter, often hitting 32°C.
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.