🇮🇹 Belluno, Italy
Il Cavallino
📍 Belluno
Your stay — Il Cavallino
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The Property — Il Cavallino
Il Cavallino is a 3-star hotel with a classic Italian feel, offering comfortable rooms and a warm welcome. Standing in the lobby, you'll notice the traditional decor and friendly staff, making it suitable for couples and solo travellers looking for a relaxed base in Belluno. The hotel's USP is its proximity to the town centre and the river Piave, providing easy access to local attractions. It feels like a family-run hotel, with a personal touch that makes you feel at ease.
Chronicles of Belluno
Belluno was founded by the Romans in 220 BC and has a rich history, with its strategic location making it an important centre for trade and commerce. Over the centuries, the city has developed a unique architectural style, with a mix of medieval and Renaissance buildings, including the stunning Belluno Cathedral. Today, Belluno is a thriving cultural hub, with a strong focus on outdoor activities, such as hiking and skiing, thanks to its proximity to the Dolomites. The city hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the Festa della Madonna della Neve in August, which celebrates the city's patron saint. Belluno's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its history and natural surroundings, making it a fascinating destination to explore.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belluno guide →Best months
The best months to visit Belluno are September, May, and June, when the weather is mild and sunny, with average highs around 22°C, and the crowds are smaller compared to the peak summer months. These months offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling, and are perfect for exploring the city's historic centre.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak months, with the Belluno Film Festival and the Festa della Madonna della Neve attracting large crowds, and hotel prices tend to increase by around 20% during this period. The festivals and events drive the peak season, with many visitors coming to enjoy the city's cultural and outdoor activities.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best shoulder months, offering discounts on accommodation and milder weather, with average highs around 18°C, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers who want to avoid the crowds.
Weather & packing
Belluno's climate is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with occasional rain showers, so it's essential to pack layers and waterproof clothing. When visiting in July, be sure to pack light, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes, as well as a light jacket for cooler evenings.
Live City Briefing — Belluno
- The new Belluno-Treviso bus service has reduced travel times between the two cities, making it easier for visitors to explore the surrounding region. The recently opened Museo Civico in Belluno is a must-visit, with its impressive collection of art and artefacts showcasing the city's history and culture. The summer festival season is in full swing, with various events and concerts taking place throughout July, including the Belluno Jazz Festival, which attracts visitors from across the region.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Cavallino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 2 or 3 (the middle floors). These are far enough from street level to cut traffic noise from Via Euganeo, but still within easy lift reach.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground floor, unless you need wheelchair access) – they face the street and car park, so you'll get early-morning engine noise and lobby chatter. Also avoid top-floor rooms (if the building has a 4th floor) – they may be hotter in summer and pick up roof machinery hum.
Best views
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard or the garden side (southwest) – not the street. The Via Euganeo side looks onto a two-lane road; the rear offers quieter glimpses of Belluno's hills.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest – sandwiched between the noisy street level and any roof-top equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Euganeo is a residential through-road with light to moderate traffic from 7am–9pm. The lift is central and can be heard in adjacent rooms; avoid rooms near the shaft (usually a room ending in '01' or '02' per floor). No late-night bar noise from the hotel itself.
Insider tips
1) Parking: if you drive, book one of the 10 on-site spots in advance – it's expensive but far cheaper and safer than Piazza Martiri (€2/hour, unsecured). 2) Wi-Fi: login with room number and surname – the 10 Mbps connection is fine for browsing but not streaming; ask for a wired connection at the front desk if you need stable internet.
- 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 Cavallino
free, 10 Mbps, login required with room number and surname
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 12:00 for €20
available from 08:00 to 20:00, free of charge
step-free access at main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available, lift serves all floors
on-site parking for 10 vehicles, €15 per night; nearest public car park at Piazza Martiri, €2 per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cristo di Valcalda (249 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Arcidiaconale di Santa Maria Nascente (399 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: San Lorenzo di Sottocastello (812 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Candido (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Roccolo — 713 m · ~9 min walk
Museo dell'occhiale — 332 m · ~4 min walk
Ex pista di pattinaggio — 723 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 411 m · ~5 min walk
Calalzo Autostazione — 2.9 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at Venice airport or Belluno tourist offices which add poor margins.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; contactless and Apple Pay common; some smaller trattorias and markets prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated but not expected; taxis and hotel staff get a euro or two.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter costs around €1.10-1.30; take it standing for the cheapest option.
A pizza or panino from a bakery or bar, plus a drink, costs about €7-9.
A pizza or pasta main at a casual trattoria runs €10-12.
Look for small bakeries and bars around Piazza dei Martiri for cheap panini, tramezzini, and pizza al taglio.
Supermarkets like Conad, Coop, and Eurospin are common and budget-friendly.
Ovs and Kasanova in town centre offer affordable basics; markets occasionally sell discounted casual wear.
A single bus ticket costs €1.30; the best budget way from the airport is to take the shuttle from Venice Marco Polo to Mestre station (€8), then a train to Belluno (€9-12).
Eat at bars or pizzerie rather than touristy restaurants on the main square; buy a bus day pass for €3.50 if making multiple trips; fill a water bottle at public fountains around town.
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 Il Cavallino
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 411 m · ~5 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 Il Cavallino?
Request a room on floor 2 or 3 (the middle floors). These are far enough from street level to cut traffic noise from Via Euganeo, but still within easy lift reach.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Cavallino?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground floor, unless you need wheelchair access) – they face the street and car park, so you'll get early-morning engine noise and lobby chatter. Also avoid top-floor rooms (if the building has a 4th floor) – they may be hotter in summer and pick up roof machinery hum.
Is Il Cavallino noisy?
Via Euganeo is a residential through-road with light to moderate traffic from 7am–9pm. The lift is central and can be heard in adjacent rooms; avoid rooms near the shaft (usually a room ending in '01' or '02' per floor). No late-night bar noise from the hotel itself.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Cavallino?
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard or the garden side (southwest) – not the street. The Via Euganeo side looks onto a two-lane road; the rear offers quieter glimpses of Belluno's hills.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Cavallino?
1) Parking: if you drive, book one of the 10 on-site spots in advance – it's expensive but far cheaper and safer than Piazza Martiri (€2/hour, unsecured). 2) Wi-Fi: login with room number and surname – the 10 Mbps connection is fine for browsing but not streaming; ask for a wired connection at the front desk if you need stable internet.
What time is check-in at Il Cavallino?
Check-in at Il Cavallino is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Cavallino have Wi-Fi?
free, 10 Mbps, login required with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Cavallino?
€2 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Cavallino?
A pizza or panino from a bakery or bar, plus a drink, costs about €7-9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Cavallino?
A single bus ticket costs €1.30; the best budget way from the airport is to take the shuttle from Venice Marco Polo to Mestre station (€8), then a train to Belluno (€9-12).
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
The best months to visit Belluno are September, May, and June, when the weather is mild and sunny, with average highs around 22°C, and the crowds are smaller compared to the peak summer months. These months offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling, and are perfect for exploring the city's historic centre.
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.