Your stay — La Caffettiera
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The Property — La Caffettiera
La Caffettiera is a straightforward three-star on a residential street a short walk from Avellino's main square, Piazza Libertà. The lobby does the job efficiently: terrazzo floors, a small reception desk with a friendly local greeting, and a vending machine for coffee. Its USP is practicality and a decent included breakfast, suited to travellers passing through or on a tight itinerary, not those seeking style or amenities.
Chronicles of Avellino
Avellino was founded as the Samnite settlement Abellinum before becoming a Roman colony. Its medieval core was largely rebuilt after the 1980 Irpinia earthquake, so much of the architectural fabric is modern or reconstructed. The city now functions as the commercial and administrative hub for the surrounding province, known for its hazelnut and wine production rather than historic landmarks. Its identity is that of a brisk provincial capital, not a tourist destination.
Best Time to Visit
Full Avellino guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm but not oppressively hot, with lower humidity than high summer, and fewer tourists visiting Irpinia's hill towns.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak for domestic tourism and local festivals, including the Sagra del Fagiolo (bean festival) in nearby villages. Hotel prices in Avellino climb modestly, but the city is rarely overwhelmed; air-conditioning becomes essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer mild weather, significant discounts on three-star stays, and quiet streets. Budget-conscious travellers get best value then.
Weather & packing
July afternoons in Avellino can be sultry, but evenings often cool sharply thanks to the valley's altitude. Pack a light jacket or cardigan regardless of the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Avellino
- The Avellino-Aversa railway line has been running reduced services during weekdays for maintenance work; check timetables before travelling to Naples.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Roma, installed summer 2025, is now fully operational; car access is restricted between 10 am and midnight.
- The city's summer event series 'Estate Avellinese' includes open-air concerts in Piazza Libertà on most July weekends; expect some street closures nearby.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Caffettiera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard at the back. These rooms get less street noise from Corso Vittorio Emanuele and the piazza, and the upper floors give better light and air without being too high for the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor at the front — they sit directly above the bar/café area (Caffettiera) and pick up chair scraping, early coffee-machine hissing, and street-level chatter from the piazza. Also skip any room immediately beside the lift shaft on any floor; the old lift mechanism clanks audibly.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3rd or 4th) have a view over Piazza della Libertà and the Corso, with the cathedral tower visible. It's a lively city square view — enjoyable if you like that, but not for deep sleep.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are quietest — above street hubbub and the bar, but below any rooftop terrace activity if there is one.
🔊 Noise notes
Avellino's main pedestrian street runs past the hotel; the bar downstairs (La Caffettiera) is popular with locals for morning espresso and evening aperitivo. Street sweeping starts around 6am. Occasional scooter traffic on the side street. On summer weekends, the piazza can have live music until midnight.
Insider tips
1. Parking is not on-site — use the Parcheggio Piazza della Libertà (paid, 5 mins walk). Arrive early afternoon to grab a space; evenings get tight. 2. The bar downstairs does excellent espresso and pastries: skip the hotel breakfast and get a cornetto at the counter for €1.50 — proper Avellino style.
- 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 — La Caffettiera
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, average 20 Mbps download, no login or time limit
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader code given at check-in; no physical papers
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 on request; late check-out until 13:00 for €25, subject to availability
Free at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; long-term storage available at €5 per bag per day
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms – wheelchair users may require assistance
On-site outdoor parking €10 per night (free on weekends, 20 spots); nearest public car park Parcheggio Piazza Garibaldi €1.50/hour (24/7, no overnight limit); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Madonna della Foresta (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs inside the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station, as they give poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in most shops and restaurants, but smaller cafés and market stalls often prefer cash. Contactless is common up to €25.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; round up the bill in restaurants (no extra percentage), leave a couple of euros for taxi drivers, and €1–2 per night for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at a bar counter costs about €1.00–1.20; a cappuccino at a café is around €1.50–2.00.
A panino or pizza al taglio (slice) with a drink from a bakery or deli is €5–7.
A modest pasta or meat main in a trattoria is €10–14.
The pedestrianised area around Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Piazza Libertà has several takeaway spots for pizza slices, arancini, and fried snacks for €3–6.
Discount supermarkets like Lidl, Eurospin, and Aldi are common; prices for basic items (pasta, bread, vegetables) are low.
The main high street, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, has affordable chain stores (OVS, H&M, Terranova) and a few independent shops. The Saturday market near the train station sells clothing and accessories cheap.
A single city bus ticket is €1.10, valid 90 minutes; a day pass costs about €3.50. From Naples Airport (NAP), the cheapest way is the Air Campania bus direct to Avellino bus station for €4.50.
Eat lunch at a bar where pizza or panini are freshly made and half the dinner price. Drink tap water (safe and free) rather than buying bottled. Walk the compact historic centre to save on bus fares.
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 La Caffettiera
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 La Caffettiera?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard at the back. These rooms get less street noise from Corso Vittorio Emanuele and the piazza, and the upper floors give better light and air without being too high for the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Caffettiera?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor at the front — they sit directly above the bar/café area (Caffettiera) and pick up chair scraping, early coffee-machine hissing, and street-level chatter from the piazza. Also skip any room immediately beside the lift shaft on any floor; the old lift mechanism clanks audibly.
Is La Caffettiera noisy?
Avellino's main pedestrian street runs past the hotel; the bar downstairs (La Caffettiera) is popular with locals for morning espresso and evening aperitivo. Street sweeping starts around 6am. Occasional scooter traffic on the side street. On summer weekends, the piazza can have live music until midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at La Caffettiera?
Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3rd or 4th) have a view over Piazza della Libertà and the Corso, with the cathedral tower visible. It's a lively city square view — enjoyable if you like that, but not for deep sleep.
What are insider tips for staying at La Caffettiera?
1. Parking is not on-site — use the Parcheggio Piazza della Libertà (paid, 5 mins walk). Arrive early afternoon to grab a space; evenings get tight. 2. The bar downstairs does excellent espresso and pastries: skip the hotel breakfast and get a cornetto at the counter for €1.50 — proper Avellino style.
What time is check-in at La Caffettiera?
Check-in at La Caffettiera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Caffettiera have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, average 20 Mbps download, no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Caffettiera?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near La Caffettiera?
A panino or pizza al taglio (slice) with a drink from a bakery or deli is €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Caffettiera?
A single city bus ticket is €1.10, valid 90 minutes; a day pass costs about €3.50. From Naples Airport (NAP), the cheapest way is the Air Campania bus direct to Avellino bus station for €4.50.
When is the best time to visit Avellino?
May, June and September: warm but not oppressively hot, with lower humidity than high summer, and fewer tourists visiting Irpinia's hill towns.
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.