🇮🇹 Belluno, Italy
Ciasa Lorenzi
📍 Via Cantore 1, Cortina d'Ampezzo, 32043
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ciasa Lorenzi
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The Property — Ciasa Lorenzi
Ciasa Lorenzi sits in a quiet residential area east of Belluno’s historic centre, a 20-minute walk from Piazza dei Martiri. The three-star hotel feels like a well-kept family home: wooden furniture, bright rooms with mountain views, and a breakfast terrace that catches the morning sun over the Dolomites. There’s no restaurant, just a bar and lounge, so it suits independent travellers who want a clean, calm base without frills. Standing in the lobby you smell polished pine and fresh coffee – unpretentious, solidly Alpine.
Chronicles of Belluno
Belluno was founded as a Roman camp in the 2nd century BC, strategically placed where the Ardo River meets the Piave. Its medieval centre grew up around the 12th-century cathedral and the Palazzo dei Rettori, both rebuilt after the 1511 earthquake. Venetian rule from the 15th century left a mark in the pastel-painted arcades and the Palazzo della Magnifica Comunità. Today it’s the main gateway to the Dolomites, balancing a quiet provincial life with steady tourism along the Via dell’Amicizia. Locals still speak a distinct Ladin-influenced dialect, a reminder of the area’s cross-Alpine character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belluno guide →Best months
June and September: warm days (mid-20s °C), low humidity, and clear trails. September also sees fewer tourists after the Italian summer peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: school holidays fill the city with Italian families and hikers. Hotel rates climb 30–40% above shoulder season. The August Ferragosto holiday (15th) spikes occupancy, and the Palio della Tuta street race (late July) brings a local crowd.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: temperatures 12–20°C, plenty of sun, and hotel rates 20–30% cheaper. Trails may still have snow patches in May; October offers golden larch forests.
Weather & packing
Belluno gets afternoon thunderstorms even in July – pack a light waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes. The Dolomite sun is strong but the evenings cool quickly, so bring layers even in summer.
Live City Briefing — Belluno
- Belluno’s main Piazza dei Martiri is undergoing pedestrianisation work until late 2026, with some café tables temporarily relocated – expect minor construction noise but easier walking.
- The Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park has introduced a free online trail-booking system for the 2026 summer to manage overcrowding at popular routes like the Via delle Falesie.
- A new direct bus service from Belluno train station to the Valbelluna ski area runs weekends only in July, but can be used for hiking access to the Schiara group.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ciasa Lorenzi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Via Cantore). These upper floors minimise street noise and offer better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) and any facing directly onto Via Cantore—this is a main road through Cortina, so traffic noise can be intrusive, especially in the morning.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (courtyard side) look onto the Dolomite foothills; those at the front face the street and the town. Rear is quieter and more scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 (assuming standard European numbering where ground = floor 0 or 1).
🔊 Noise notes
Via Cantore is a busy arterial road connecting Cortina’s centre to the main SS51, so front-facing rooms get traffic rumble from 7am onward. Also, the lift mechanism (if present) may be audible on adjacent walls.
Insider tips
1. Park in the free hotel lot (if offered) rather than on Via Cantore—paid street parking is tight and expensive. 2. Ask for a room number ending in an odd digit (often rear-side) when booking; the reception staff can confirm orientation directly.
- 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 — Ciasa Lorenzi
Free Wi-Fi throughout, adequate for browsing and email; streaming may lag during peak use; no login required
No lift; all rooms are on first and second floors accessed by stairs only
Complimentary digital newspapers via PressReader at the front desk tablet; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Complimentary on check-in day and after check-out
Step-free access at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible guest rooms or bathroom; no lift
On-site private parking available at €15 per night (reservation advised); nearest public car park at Piazzale A. Ghedina, €5 for 4 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (under 14s exempt)
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit required to confirm reservation; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa della SS. Trinità a Majon (609 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Sancta Maria ad Montes (633 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Cappella della Beata Vergine di Lourdes (743 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Basilica dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo (770 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Cooperativa di Cortina — 868 m · ~11 min walk
Museo Paleontologico Rinaldo Zardini — 564 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 537 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacia Internazionale Cortina — 510 m · ~6 min walk
Alimentari — 245 m · ~3 min walk
Cortina — 625 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges which add poor rates and fees.
Visa/Mastercard accepted widely; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common in shops and restaurants; smaller places may prefer cash.
Not required — rounding up the bill is fine; for exceptional service leave 5–10%. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up; hotel porters €1–2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or cappuccino at a bar (caffè) — around €1.20–1.50 standing at the counter.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €6–9.
Pasta dish in a casual trattoria — around €12–16 for a main.
Via Cantore itself has several bakeries and bars for quick slices of pizza and tramezzini; for a wider choice walk to Corso Italia.
Supermercato Iperal and Conad are common in the Cortina area; Eurospin is a budget option.
For affordable basics, head to the outlet areas in central Cortina or larger supermarkets like Iperal carry some clothing; otherwise fly to Belluno's city centre.
Cortina's town is walkable; for longer trips a bus day pass (€5–7) covering local lines; from Venice Marco Polo Airport take the direct Cortina Express bus (€25 one way).
Buy picnic fixings from Iperal/conad; drink at the bar counter rather than a table (half price); book accommodation outside July–August and ski season weekends to avoid peak 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 Ciasa Lorenzi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 537 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Internazionale Cortina — 510 m · ~6 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 Ciasa Lorenzi?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Via Cantore). These upper floors minimise street noise and offer better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ciasa Lorenzi?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) and any facing directly onto Via Cantore—this is a main road through Cortina, so traffic noise can be intrusive, especially in the morning.
Is Ciasa Lorenzi noisy?
Via Cantore is a busy arterial road connecting Cortina’s centre to the main SS51, so front-facing rooms get traffic rumble from 7am onward. Also, the lift mechanism (if present) may be audible on adjacent walls.
Which rooms have the best views at Ciasa Lorenzi?
Rooms at the rear (courtyard side) look onto the Dolomite foothills; those at the front face the street and the town. Rear is quieter and more scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Ciasa Lorenzi?
1. Park in the free hotel lot (if offered) rather than on Via Cantore—paid street parking is tight and expensive. 2. Ask for a room number ending in an odd digit (often rear-side) when booking; the reception staff can confirm orientation directly.
What time is check-in at Ciasa Lorenzi?
Check-in at Ciasa Lorenzi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ciasa Lorenzi have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, adequate for browsing and email; streaming may lag during peak use; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ciasa Lorenzi?
€2.00 per person per night (under 14s exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ciasa Lorenzi?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €6–9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ciasa Lorenzi?
Cortina's town is walkable; for longer trips a bus day pass (€5–7) covering local lines; from Venice Marco Polo Airport take the direct Cortina Express bus (€25 one way).
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
June and September: warm days (mid-20s °C), low humidity, and clear trails. September also sees fewer tourists after the Italian summer peak.
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.