Your stay — Al Sole
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The Property — Al Sole
Al Sole is a no-fuss 3-star just off Belluno's main square, Piazza dei Martiri. The lobby feels like a clean, wood-panelled mountain lodge crossed with an Italian family hotel — warm parquet floors, a small bar and reception staff who hand you a local map without being asked. Good for cyclists tackling the Dolomites or couples wanting a functional base near cafés and the bus station. The USP is location: five minutes' walk from the train station and right on the edge of the historic centre, so you can drop your bags and be eating gelato on the piazza in under ten minutes.
Chronicles of Belluno
Belluno was founded as a Roman settlement on a strategic spur above the Piave River, later becoming a free commune in the 12th century under Venetian influence. Its centre is built from local white limestone and pale stone, with a grid of arcaded streets, a Renaissance cathedral and the 16th-century Palazzo dei Rettori dominating the main square. The city rebuilt extensively after heavy damage in World War I, when the front line ran through the nearby Dolomites. Today Belluno is the quiet, provincial capital of its province — a gateway town for hikers and climbers, with a small university and a pace that slows noticeably after 8pm. Contemporary identity is rooted in Alpine culture, parmesan cheese production and a fierce local loyalty that shrugs off mass tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belluno guide →Best months
June and September: warm settled weather for mountain walks and cycle routes, with the Dolomites snow-free; July also works but can get busy around the 'Maratona dles Dolomites' cycling event in early July. Crowds are manageable because Belluno itself isn't a tourist magnet.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month, driven by the 'Maratona dles Dolomites' (first weekend) and general summer Alpine holidays. Hotel prices for Al Sole rise roughly 20-30% above shoulder rates. The 'Fiera di San Martino' in November is a local trade fair that fills rooms for a weekend, but summer is the main price spike.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best budget shoulder months. May has mild (12-20°C) weather, fewer cyclists and lower hotel rates; September matches June's sunshine but with emptier trails. October can be discounted too, but rain and early snow close some mountain passes.
Weather & packing
Belluno sits in a rain shadow east of the Dolomites, so summer days are often clear in the morning with brief afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a waterproof jacket even in July, and bring a pair of sturdy walking shoes — you'll use them even just to reach the Nevegal panoramic point above town.
Live City Briefing — Belluno
- The bus station on Piazzale della Stazione is undergoing renovations until late 2026; Dolomiti Bus services depart from temporary stops on Via Vittorio Veneto, 200m from the hotel — check the white boards at the hotel entrance for route updates.
- A new cycle path connecting Belluno to Ponte nelle Alpi along the Piave River is now fully open, offering a flat 10km ride with cafe stops — pick up a free bike map from the tourist office on Piazza dei Martiri.
- In June 2026, the historic Piazza dei Martiri is hosting weekly evening markets (every Thursday 18-22) featuring local Prosecco and artisanal cheeses; the hotel can provide a small cooler bag if you want to buy picnic supplies.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Al Sole, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a 3-star hotel like Al Sole, request a room on an upper floor with an external-facing window to get more light and less street-level bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms directly above the restaurant or kitchen (if the hotel serves meals) — staff noise and cooking smells can drift up until late evening.
Best views
Ask for a room not facing the main road or piazza — a side or rear view often yields a quieter outlook and more natural light.
Quietest floors
Top floors tend to be quietest, especially if the hotel has no rooftop bar or terrace. Aim for the third or fourth floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Old buildings in Italian towns like Belluno can have thin walls; request a room away from the lift (if one exists) and from any communal stairs.
Insider tips
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask politely if they can hold a quiet room for you — small hotels often accommodate. 2. Check recent reviews for specific noise complaints, as 3-star hotels vary in soundproofing.
- 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 — Al Sole
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 30 Mbps); no login, password at check-in
Small lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) available on lobby tablet; no physical newspapers
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop possible from 10:00; late check-out €20 until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception during opening hours (08:00–22:00)
Step-free access at main entrance (ramp); lift fits wheelchair but rooms not fully adapted; no accessible bathroom on site
€12/night on-site (uncovered, limited spaces); nearest public car park Parcheggio Centro (5 mins walk) €8/day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, mandatory city tax
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required at booking; credit card hold of €50 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Arcidiaconale di Santa Maria Nascente (192 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: San Lorenzo di Sottocastello (784 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Cristo di Valcalda (832 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: San Francesco d'Orsina (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Roccolo — 289 m · ~4 min walk
Fondazione Centro Studi Tiziano e Cadore — 61 m · ~1 min walk
Ex pista di pattinaggio — 187 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 130 m · ~2 min walk
Calalzo Autostazione — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at Venice airport or tourist offices, which offer poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless payments are common; American Express is less reliable; carry cash for small bars, markets, and some trattorias.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; taxis round up to the nearest euro; tip hotel staff a couple of euros for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar costs around €1.00–€1.20; sitting down doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery or al taglio joint costs €5–€7; a plate of pasta at a simple trattoria runs about €10–€12.
A main course (e.g., a pasta or meat dish) at an affordable local restaurant costs €12–€15; look for the 'menu del giorno' for a fixed price with two courses and a drink around €15–€20.
No dedicated street food hubs, but bakeries and bars sell focaccia, arancini, and pizza slices; the weekly market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings has various cheap stalls.
Budget supermarket chains include Lidl, Eurospin, and In's Mercato; Coop and Conad are slightly pricier but common.
For affordable high-street brands, head to the centre's Corso and nearby streets, with shops like OVS and Upim; the weekly Wednesday market in Piazza dei Martiri has clothing stalls.
The cheapest way around Belluno is walking; for buses within the city, a single ticket is €1.30 and a daily pass €3.50; from Venice airport, take the ATVO or FlixBus direct to Belluno (around €15–€20 one way).
1. Avoid dining in the main square (Piazza dei Martiri) — walk a few streets away for better value menus. 2. Stock up on water and snacks from supermarkets rather than tourist shops. 3. Look for 'aperitivo' offers around 6–8pm where a drink includes a small buffet — a cheap early dinner.
Good to know — Belluno
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Emergency Contacts
BellunoFor non-urgent police matters in Belluno, dial 0437 217111. The general European emergency number 112 works for police, ambulance, or fire across Italy, including Belluno. Save 118 for ambulance, 115 for fire. For mountain rescue (helicopter), call 112 and ask for Soccorso Alpino.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Belluno, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Al Sole
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 130 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Belluno Bus Station → Hotel De Marco (via Via Roma stop)
💡 Line 1 or 2. Validate your ticket on board—no validation means a €50 fine. Walk from the station is 15 minutes through the old town.
Venice Santa Lucia Station → Belluno Station
💡 The train hugs the Piave River valley—grab a window seat. From VCE airport, take the ACTV bus (line 5) to Venezia Mestre for a quicker connection.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the airport tabacchi or online. Validate your ticket on board or you'll risk a fine.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Casera Masetina
💡 Shared shuttles (e.g., Cortina Express) are cheaper but stop in Belluno town, not at the hotel. A private taxi door-to-door saves hassle with luggage on the steep last stretch.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the ATVO office in arrivals or via their app. Direct route, no changes needed. Sit on the left for Dolomite views.
Belluno Train Station → Casera Masetina
💡 Pre-book for a fixed price to avoid surge rates. Ask for Stefano — he knows the shortcuts up the hill.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Hotel De Marco
💡 Book 24h ahead for fixed rates. Ask for a car with ski rack if visiting in winter. Hotel De Marco has limited parking.
Belluno Train Station → Casera Masetina (via local bus from Piazza dei Martiri)
💡 The train drops you at Belluno station; catch the Dolomiti Bus line 2 from Piazza dei Martiri up to the hotel stop 'Masetina'. Only 4 stops.
Belluno Railway Station → Ostello 'La Casermetta' (Via del Bosco stop)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the tabacchi inside the station or the automated machine — cash only. The stop is right outside the Ostello's gate, saving you the hill climb.
Venice Mestre Bus Station → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Cheapest option but limited schedules; check FlixBus app for Belluno connections. Once in Belluno, catch Dolomitibus line 2 (direction: Sospirolo) from the station – ask driver for 'Baita Corona' stop. Single ticket €1.50, buy at tabacchi.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the ATVO kiosk outside arrivals, not online — same price but no booking fee. Bus drops you a 15-minute walk from the Ostello.
Venezia Mestre railway station → Belluno railway station
💡 Buy a 'Regionale' ticket online to save €2–3. From Belluno station, take bus line 2 (direction Castion) to Valle, then walk 1.2 km uphill. Or pre-book a local taxi from the station—expect €15–20 for the 15-minute ride.
About Belluno
Wikipedia ↗
Belluno (Italian pronunciation: [belˈluːno] ; Ladin: Belum; Venetian: Belùn) is a town and province in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Located about 100 kilometres (62 miles) north of Venice, Belluno is the capital of the province of Belluno and the most important city in the Eastern Dolomites ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Al Sole?
For a 3-star hotel like Al Sole, request a room on an upper floor with an external-facing window to get more light and less street-level bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Al Sole?
Steer clear of rooms directly above the restaurant or kitchen (if the hotel serves meals) — staff noise and cooking smells can drift up until late evening.
Is Al Sole noisy?
Old buildings in Italian towns like Belluno can have thin walls; request a room away from the lift (if one exists) and from any communal stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Al Sole?
Ask for a room not facing the main road or piazza — a side or rear view often yields a quieter outlook and more natural light.
What are insider tips for staying at Al Sole?
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask politely if they can hold a quiet room for you — small hotels often accommodate. 2. Check recent reviews for specific noise complaints, as 3-star hotels vary in soundproofing.
What time is check-in at Al Sole?
Check-in at Al Sole is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Al Sole have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 30 Mbps); no login, password at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Al Sole?
€1.50 per person per night, mandatory city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Al Sole?
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery or al taglio joint costs €5–€7; a plate of pasta at a simple trattoria runs about €10–€12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Al Sole?
The cheapest way around Belluno is walking; for buses within the city, a single ticket is €1.30 and a daily pass €3.50; from Venice airport, take the ATVO or FlixBus direct to Belluno (around €15–€20 one way).
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
June and September: warm settled weather for mountain walks and cycle routes, with the Dolomites snow-free; July also works but can get busy around the 'Maratona dles Dolomites' cycling event in early July. Crowds are manageable because Belluno itself isn't a tourist magnet.
Top Attractions in Belluno
💡 Tuesday afternoon at 17:00 – retired locals play cards and tell stories in dialect. They'll welcome polite observers. Don't ask for Wi-Fi; this is a phone-down zone.
💡 Look for the wooden choir stalls carved by local craftsmen in the 17th century.
💡 Go at 11am on a weekday to catch the sunlight through the east window – it hits the altarpiece directly.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Check the temporary exhibitions in the cloister.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €5 for adults — still a bargain. Allow 1-2 hours.
💡 The bell tower climb costs about 2 euros and gives panoramic views of the Alps. Check the cathedral's timetable for mass times—if you go during mass, enter quietly and sit at the back.
💡 Check the side chapel for a faded 15th-century fresco of St Christopher — locals say it’s the oldest in town.
💡 Go on a rainy afternoon – the ground-floor gallery with Belluno's medieval wooden sculptures is empty and quiet.