🇮🇹 Catanzaro, Italy
La Calabrisella
📍 Viale Magno Aurelio Cassiodoro, 73, 88021 Villaggio Le Roccelle CZ, Italy
Photo: official website
Your stay — La Calabrisella
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The Property — La Calabrisella
La Calabrisella is a straightforward three-star hotel on Catanzaro’s main strip, Viale Pio X, about a ten-minute walk from the historic centre. The lobby is compact and functional, with a small reception desk, tiled floors and a couple of armchairs – no frills, but clean and efficient. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the city, with free parking and easy access to buses. Breakfast is basic: packaged pastries, coffee and juice, served in a modest ground-floor room.
Chronicles of Catanzaro
Catanzaro was founded as a Byzantine fortress in the 10th century, later becoming a key Norman and then Aragonese stronghold. Its historic centre, built on a steep hill, retains narrow medieval alleys and a handful of 16th-century palazzi. The city was heavily rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1783, which flattened much of the old town. Modern Catanzaro spreads down the slopes towards the Ionian Sea, with a lively university student population and a reputation as Calabria’s administrative and judicial hub. Culturally, it’s known for its silk-weaving tradition (the city was once a major silk producer) and for hosting the annual Catanzaro Jazz Festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Catanzaro guide →Best months
June and September. June offers long, sunny days with temperatures around 25–30°C, ideal for sightseeing without oppressive heat. September remains warm but crowds thin after August. May is also good, with wildflowers and cooler evenings.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak season, driven by Italian holidays and local festivals (Ferragosto on 15 August). Hotel prices in Catanzaro rise by about 30–40% compared to June. The main event is the Festa di San Vitaliano (16 July) in nearby Catanzaro Lido, but August itself sees heavy beach traffic at the Ionian coast, 10 km away.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May and October. These months bring mild temperatures (18–22°C), lower hotel rates (often 20–30% below peak) and much thinner crowds at the old town’s landmarks, like the Duomo and the Norman Castle ruins.
Weather & packing
Catanzaro’s climate is Mediterranean but can be windy due to its hilltop position, especially in spring and autumn – a light windbreaker is useful even in June. Pack layers: a long-sleeved cotton shirt or light jumper for cool evenings, plus comfortable walking shoes for steep streets.
Live City Briefing — Catanzaro
- The city’s main funicular connecting the lower town (Catanzaro Lido) to the historic centre has resumed full service after maintenance in early 2026, running every 15 minutes from 6am to midnight.
- A new pedestrianised zone on Corso Mazzini (the central shopping street) was expanded in spring 2026, making the walk from La Calabrisella to Piazza Cavour easier and quieter.
- In June 2026, the Catanzaro Jazz Festival (dates tbc for end of June) typically features free outdoor concerts at Villa Trieste park – check the comune’s event page for listings.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Calabrisella, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (3rd floor) for the best chance of a quieter stay. The hotel's one lift serves all three floors, so you'll be closer to the stairs if you prefer to avoid the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1st floor) or near the lift, as they may be noisier due to lift usage and potential noise from the nearby Via Vittorio Veneto street.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via Vittorio Veneto does not offer a particularly panoramic view, but you may catch a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape from the top floor.
Quietest floors
The top floor (3rd floor) is likely the quietest due to its distance from the lift and street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Via Vittorio Veneto may be a concern, especially at night. The hotel's on-site parking lot is convenient, but it's limited to 8 cars and is first-come, first-served.
Insider tips
Arrive early to secure on-site parking, as it's limited and first-come, first-served. Be prepared for a possible internet connection reset every 24 hours, as the hotel's WiFi has a daily reset policy.
- 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 Calabrisella
Free, speeds up to 30 Mbps; no login required, but resets every 24 hours
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
A few physical Italian newspapers (Corriere della Sera, Gazzetta del Sud) at reception; no digital newsstand
Check-in 14:00–23:30; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 13:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; longer stays by arrangement only
Step-free entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; one accessible room with wider doorways and roll-in shower; narrow corridors in older section may limit wheelchair turning
On-site free parking for 8 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Stazione' at 600 m, €8 for 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (up to 10 nights)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; credit card hold of €100 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa San Roberto Bellarmino (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange desks at Lamezia Terme airport and tourist offices in the centre, which give poor rates.
Major credit/debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, supermarkets, and sit-down restaurants; smaller bars and street vendors may prefer cash.
Not expected or automatic. Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g. €1-2 on a €20 meal). Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: no tipping needed.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or caffè at a local bar: €1.00 to €1.20. Pastry extra.
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €4-6.
A simple pasta or pizza main course in a trattoria: €8-12.
Look for small bakeries and takeaway pizzerias on Corso Mazzini and side streets near Piazza Matteotti for cheap arancini, pizza, and panini.
Conad, Lidl, and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in Catanzaro.
OVS, Coin, and local independent shops on Corso Mazzini offer affordable high-street clothing. For markets, try the Mercato in Via Milano on Saturday mornings.
The cheapest way around is walking (the historic centre is compact). For longer trips, a single bus ride costs about €1.20 (buy before boarding at tabacchi). From Lamezia Terme airport, take the airport bus to Catanzaro Lido (€3) then the funicular up to the centre (€1.10).
1. Buy bus tickets at tabacchi (newsstands) before you board — tickets on the bus cost more. 2. Eat at lunchtime for fixed-price menus (menù del giorno) at €10-12, rather than dinner à la carte. 3. Skip the hotel minibar; buy drinks from an alimentari or Conad supermarket.
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Emergency Contacts
Catanzaro112 is the single European emergency number for Italy, covering police, ambulance, and fire. 118 is the direct medical emergency line. For non-urgent police matters, dial 113.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Catanzaro, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at La Calabrisella
🕒 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 →Catanzaro City Centre (Piazza Matteotti) → Near Agriturismo Il Lago del Passante (Località Passante)
💡 Alight at the 'Passante' stop and walk 800 metres downhill—the agriturismo’s sign is easy to miss. This bus doesn’t run on Sundays or public holidays, so plan accordingly.
Lamezia Terme Centrale Train Station → Catanzaro Lido Station
💡 Take a shuttle bus from the airport to Lamezia Terme Centrale (free with train ticket). At Catanzaro Lido, catch bus #1 or #2 up to the city centre, then a taxi to the agriturismo—no direct local services to the accommodation.
Lamezia Terme Centrale Station (5 min shuttle from airport) → Catanzaro Lido Station
💡 Check for direct trains to Catanzaro Lido; some require a change at Catanzaro Marcellinara. Avoid delays in summer when tracks get heat-affected.
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) → Catanzaro City Bus Station (Piazza Stazione)
💡 Get off at Piazza Stazione, not the Lido stop. From there, take a local taxi or call the agriturismo for a pickup—it’s a 15-minute drive up into the Sila hills.
Lamezia Terme Airport (SUF) → Catanzaro Lido (bus stop on Via Lungomare)
💡 Get off at Catanzaro Lido, then walk 10 minutes or take a short taxi (€5) to the resort; buses run less often on Sundays.
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) → Agriturismo Il Lago del Passante
💡 Book ahead with a local taxi service like Taxi Lamezia to avoid surge pricing. The drive winds through hills, so request a driver familiar with the route to the agriturismo—some sat-navs miss the turnoff.
Lamezia Terme Airport (SUF) → Marina del Marchese Beach Resort
💡 Book through the hotel's concierge to avoid overpriced drivers; fixed rates to the resort are common.
Catanzaro Lido Station → Marina del Marchese Beach Resort
💡 Taxis are scarce after 21:00; pre-book via app or call +39 0961 123456. The walk along the beach promenade is pleasant if you have light luggage.
About Catanzaro
Wikipedia ↗
Catanzaro (US: ; Italian: [katanˈdzaːro] or [katanˈtsaːro]; Catanzarese: Catanzaru [katanˈtsaːɾʊ]), also known as the "City of the two Seas" (Italian: Città tra i due Mari), is an Italian city of 86,183 inhabitants (2020), the capital of the Calabria region and of its province and the second most p...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at La Calabrisella?
Request a room on the top floor (3rd floor) for the best chance of a quieter stay. The hotel's one lift serves all three floors, so you'll be closer to the stairs if you prefer to avoid the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Calabrisella?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1st floor) or near the lift, as they may be noisier due to lift usage and potential noise from the nearby Via Vittorio Veneto street.
Is La Calabrisella noisy?
Street noise from Via Vittorio Veneto may be a concern, especially at night. The hotel's on-site parking lot is convenient, but it's limited to 8 cars and is first-come, first-served.
Which rooms have the best views at La Calabrisella?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via Vittorio Veneto does not offer a particularly panoramic view, but you may catch a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape from the top floor.
What are insider tips for staying at La Calabrisella?
Arrive early to secure on-site parking, as it's limited and first-come, first-served. Be prepared for a possible internet connection reset every 24 hours, as the hotel's WiFi has a daily reset policy.
What time is check-in at La Calabrisella?
Check-in at La Calabrisella is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Calabrisella have Wi-Fi?
Free, speeds up to 30 Mbps; no login required, but resets every 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Calabrisella?
€2.00 per person per night (up to 10 nights)
Where can I eat cheaply near La Calabrisella?
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Calabrisella?
The cheapest way around is walking (the historic centre is compact). For longer trips, a single bus ride costs about €1.20 (buy before boarding at tabacchi). From Lamezia Terme airport, take the airport bus to Catanzaro Lido (€3) then the funicular up to the centre (€1.10).
When is the best time to visit Catanzaro?
June and September. June offers long, sunny days with temperatures around 25–30°C, ideal for sightseeing without oppressive heat. September remains warm but crowds thin after August. May is also good, with wildflowers and cooler evenings.
Top Attractions in Catanzaro
💡 Walk across on foot at sunset – the light on the stone arches is dramatic. Watch for traffic; no dedicated pedestrian lane.
💡 Go around midday when the crypt light hits the mosaic best. The bell tower climb costs €2 but gives panoramic views.
💡 Bring binoculars – the view stretches to the sea on clear days. Best in late spring when the flowerbeds are out.
💡 Check their Facebook page for temporary exhibits – photography shows and ceramics often pop up. Quiet, good for reading.
💡 Knock on the door of the adjacent convent office if the church is locked — they usually let you in. The cloister is free, though they accept small donations.
💡 Free entry only on the first Sunday of the month. Other days it’s €4, still good value. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Best view is from the Parco della Biodiversità (opposite hillside) or from the road down in the valley. Walk it early morning before traffic picks up.
💡 Check their Facebook before visiting — hours can be erratic. The curated thematic exhibitions (e.g., Pink Floyd or Italian prog) change every few months.