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Your stay — Casera Degnona
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The Property — Casera Degnona
Casera Degnona is a straightforward three-star hotel on the eastern outskirts of Belluno, near the main road to the Dolomites. The lobby feels practical and clean — think dark wood furniture, a small front desk, and a rack of local trail maps. It's primarily a stopover for hikers and drivers who want a no-fuss bed before heading into the mountains, or for those visiting Belluno on a budget. The USP is the convenience: free parking, easy check-in, and rooms with basic but solid amenities like fast Wi-Fi and a plain breakfast.
Chronicles of Belluno
Belluno was founded as a Roman settlement (Bellunum) in the 2nd century BC, later becoming a key defensive town under the Republic of Venice from the 15th century. Its historic centre is built around the Piazza del Duomo, where the 16th-century cathedral and the Palazzo dei Rettori (1500s) show Venetian Gothic and Renaissance influence. The 19th-century saw Napoleonic and then Austrian rule, which added neoclassical touches to the upper town. Today Belluno is the administrative capital of the province and a gateway to the Dolomites, but its compact streets and small-scale tourism keep a quiet, local feel compared to nearby Cortina.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belluno guide →Best months
June and September: warm, sunny days (20–25°C) with lower rainfall than July/August, and fewer crowds on trails and in town. Early July is also good, but expect busier roads.
Peak / festival surge
July to mid-September is peak season, driven by summer hiking and cycling in the Dolomites, plus the August Ferragosto holiday. Hotel prices at Casera Degnona can rise 30–50% and rooms fill weeks ahead. The main local event is the Palio di Belluno (late August) with parades and horse racing in the centre.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best budget months: May sees wildflowers and mild weather (15–22°C), October has autumn colours and quiet trails. Expect discounts of 20–40% off peak rates.
Weather & packing
Belluno's weather is fickle — summer afternoons can bring sudden thunderstorms even if mornings are clear. Pack a light waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes, plus layers for cool evenings.
Live City Briefing — Belluno
- The cable car from Belluno to the Nevegal ski area (8km north) is running on a reduced summer schedule in 2026 — check the official website for exact dates as it often closes for maintenance in July.
- The historic centre's main shopping street, Via Roma, has been pedestrianised since 2023, making it easier to stroll between cafes and the Duomo but limiting car access.
- Several mountain huts (rifugi) on the Alta Via 1 trail, a 1-hour drive east, have reopened after COVID closures — but book ahead as they fill fast in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casera Degnona, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the garden/courtyard side (if available). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise and offer a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those fronting the street, as Belluno's main roads can be busy with traffic noise in the morning and early evening.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms at the back of the hotel likely overlook the surrounding hills or the garden, offering a more scenic outlook than the street side.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4
🔊 Noise notes
Belluno is a provincial city, so traffic noise is moderate but noticeable on main roads; bar or restaurant closing times can add evening noise if the hotel has an outdoor terrace.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, request a parking spot during booking — street parking can be limited. 2. Ask for a room on an upper floor away from the lift to minimise corridor noise from other guests.
- 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 — Casera Degnona
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. Speed adequate for email and browsing; streaming may be slow. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital press reader via 'PressReader' available through lobby tablet; no physical newspapers provided. The hotel is a converted 19th-century mountain villa with original stone façade and internal courtyard.
Check-in 14:00–22:00; late arrivals after 22:00 by prior arrangement only. Early bag drop available from 10:00 free of charge. Late check-out until 12:00 for €20 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals/departures (at reception during opening hours).
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; one ground-floor accessible room available. No lift to rooftop terrace (stairs only).
On-site private parking €12 per night (unreserved, first-come first-served, limited to 8 spaces). Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Centrale (Piazzale della Resistenza), €0.80/hour or €5/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt).
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required at booking; €50 incidental hold at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Chies d'Alapgo — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Venezia Marco Polo Airport or in tourist-heavy zones where rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common; small bars or markets may prefer cash under €10.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service at restaurants; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at any bar—typically €1.00–€1.20 standing at the counter.
Pizza al taglio by the slice or a panino from a bakery—around €5–€7 including a drink.
A main course at a trattoria—€10–€13; pizzas in the same range.
Limited; look for bakeries selling focaccia, piadine or slices of pizza near Piazza dei Martiri.
Conad, Despar, Lidl and Eurospin are common budget chains in Belluno.
Corso Italia has chain stores like OVS, Takko and a few independent shops; markets on Saturdays offer discounts.
Walk the town centre; bus day pass (DolomitiBus) around €4.50; from Venezia Marco Polo Airport take direct FlixBus or Altibus to Belluno for about €10–€15 one way.
Eat at local bakeries for filling, low-cost meals. Buy a multi-day DolomitiBus pass if exploring beyond town. Skip tourist-neighbourhood restaurants and walk five minutes off the main square for better prices.
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 Casera Degnona
🕒 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 →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 Casera Degnona?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the garden/courtyard side (if available). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise and offer a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casera Degnona?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those fronting the street, as Belluno's main roads can be busy with traffic noise in the morning and early evening.
Is Casera Degnona noisy?
Belluno is a provincial city, so traffic noise is moderate but noticeable on main roads; bar or restaurant closing times can add evening noise if the hotel has an outdoor terrace.
Which rooms have the best views at Casera Degnona?
Upper-floor rooms at the back of the hotel likely overlook the surrounding hills or the garden, offering a more scenic outlook than the street side.
What are insider tips for staying at Casera Degnona?
1. If you're driving, request a parking spot during booking — street parking can be limited. 2. Ask for a room on an upper floor away from the lift to minimise corridor noise from other guests.
What time is check-in at Casera Degnona?
Check-in at Casera Degnona is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casera Degnona have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. Speed adequate for email and browsing; streaming may be slow. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casera Degnona?
€1.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt).
Where can I eat cheaply near Casera Degnona?
Pizza al taglio by the slice or a panino from a bakery—around €5–€7 including a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casera Degnona?
Walk the town centre; bus day pass (DolomitiBus) around €4.50; from Venezia Marco Polo Airport take direct FlixBus or Altibus to Belluno for about €10–€15 one way.
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
June and September: warm, sunny days (20–25°C) with lower rainfall than July/August, and fewer crowds on trails and in town. Early July is also good, but expect busier roads.
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.