🇮🇹 Chieti, Italy
Casa De Mar
📍 227, Viale Nettuno, Chieti
Your stay — Casa De Mar
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The Property — Casa De Mar
Casa De Mar is a functional three-star on Chieti’s western edge, a short drive from the Adriatic coast. Its lobby is tiled and tidy, with a reception desk across from a small bar area and a few armchairs. The rooms are simple and clean, geared toward budget-conscious travellers or overnight stopovers. It suits couples or solo visitors who want a cheap base with parking, and no pretence of charm.
Chronicles of Chieti
Chieti was founded as the Marrucini capital Teate, later becoming a Roman municipium. Its medieval centre sits on a hill with narrow alleys and several churches, including the 11th-century Cathedral of San Giustino. The city’s architecture mixes Roman remnants—like the Temple of the Dioscuri ruins—with Baroque and Renaissance palazzi. Today Chieti is a quiet provincial hub, home to university faculties and a small but lively historic core that feels removed from coastal tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chieti guide →Best months
May and June offer reliably warm, dry weather for exploring the hilltop centre and the nearby coast, with fewer crowds than July–August. September also works well, with lingering warmth and the start of the autumn grape harvest nearby.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak, driven by Italian summer holidays and beach tourism along the Adriatic coast below Chieti. Hotel prices in the area rise, though Casa De Mar remains moderate. Events are mostly coastal, including Ferragosto celebrations mid-month.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the budget shoulder months: April has spring blooms and mild temperatures, October brings autumnal colours and quiet streets, with hotel discounts common.
Weather & packing
Midsummer can reach 32°C but the hilltop position can catch cool evening breezes from the Apennines. Pack light layers: a T-shirt and shorts for day, plus a thin jacket or cardigan for night.
Live City Briefing — Chieti
- Chieti’s main railway station continues to be modernised; travellers should expect minor platform changes and check the schedule just before travel.
- The city’s summer street food festival, Chieti Street Food, typically runs in July on the Piazza San Giustino, but confirm dates locally.
- Some historic centre streets are under periodic cobblestone repair in summer 2026; check for road closures around Largo Martiri della Libertà.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa De Mar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the building, away from Viale Nettuno. Top floor rooms (likely 3rd or 4th) get more light and less street-level disturbance. A room not above the entrance or bar will also be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Viale Nettuno — it's a coastal road with traffic noise, especially in summer. Also skip rooms near the lift or on the ground floor, which tend to pick up lobby and street sounds.
Best views
Limited for a 3-star on a main road. Back rooms overlook the residential area or inner courtyard — not spectacular, but calmer. Top-floor street-facing rooms might glimpse the sea in the distance, but trade-off is noise.
Quietest floors
Top floor (3rd or 4th, assuming typical 3-star lift access) — fewer footsteps above and less street noise. Middle floors (2nd-3rd) are decent if not street-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Nettuno is a main coastal road with heavy traffic during day and evening, especially summer weekends. Early morning rubbish collection and delivery trucks are likely. The bar area may carry music or chatter until late.
Insider tips
1. Request a back-facing room when booking — it's free and makes a real difference for sleep. 2. Ask about parking at check-in: Chieti's old town has limited spaces, and the hotel might have a deal with a nearby garage.
- 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 — Casa De Mar
Free WiFi throughout property; speed adequate for browsing and email; requires room number and surname login.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand; a few Italian daily newspapers available in the lobby; no notable heritage quirks - modern building.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; late check-in by prior arrangement. Early bag drop from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:00: €20; after 12:00 charged half a night's rate.
Free luggage storage at reception for early arrivals and after checkout on day of departure.
Step-free access from street via ramp at side entrance; lift doors 80 cm wide; two accessible rooms on ground floor with roll-in shower.
On-site unguarded parking: €10 per night for 6 spaces (first-come). Public car park Parcheggio Via Nettuno, 200 m away, €8 per night (24h). No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Non-refundable deposit of first night due at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa Parrocchiale di Santa Liberata (134 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore (219 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Bernardino da Siena (300 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Madonna delle Grazie (421 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Magorà — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Parco Ex Villa Ricciardelli — 355 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Michetti — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Baby park — 273 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banca Popolare Di Puglia E Basilicata — 237 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia Basti — 107 m · ~1 min walk
Mandorla E Cioccolato — 244 m · ~3 min walk
Francavilla al Mare — 307 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs are the best rate; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which often add fees or poor rates.
Contactless cards widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; some smaller cafes still prefer cash for small amounts.
Not expected; rounding up the bill or leaving a euro or two for good service is fine, but not required. Taxis: round up. Hotels: €1-2 per bag for porters, €1-2 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter – about €1-1.20. Sitting at a table can double the price.
Panini or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria – around €5-7.
A pizza or pasta dish in a trattoria – typically €8-12 for a main.
Look for panzerotti, arrosticini (grilled lamb skewers), or porchetta sandwiches from market stalls or takeaway places; the area around Corso Marrucino or Piazza Trento has several quick options.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in Chieti; Eurospin also good for basics.
Affordable high-street shopping in Chieti’s centre near Corso Marrucino – stores like OVS, Terranova, or local chain outlets; market days near Piazza San Giustino have clothing stalls.
Local bus (TUA) single ticket ~€1.30; a daily pass ~€3.50. From Rome airports, take a FlixBus or regional train to Chieti station (around €15-25) rather than direct shuttles which cost much more.
Drink your coffee and eat at the bar counter instead of a table to save 50-100% on the price.Buy water and snacks at a supermarket instead of a tabacchi or tourist kiosk; markup can be double.Use free walking tours (tip-based) or explore the historic centre on foot – many sights are close together.
Good to know — Chieti
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chieti, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa De Mar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banca Popolare Di Puglia E Basilicata — 237 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Basti — 107 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Chieti Train Station (Stazione FS) → Hotel Excelsior, Piazza Garibaldi
💡 Buy tickets at tabacchi before boarding; validate in the machine onboard or risk a €50 fine.
Chieti train station → Ristorante La Furnacelle, Chieti
💡 Bus 1 or 3 runs up the hill. Validate your ticket in the machine on board — fine is steep. The hotel stop is Via per Francavilla, near the roundabout.
Rome Termini bus station → Chieti bus station (Piazzale Marconi)
💡 Buy tickets on the FlixBus app — often €9-15 if booked a week ahead. Disembark at Piazzale Marconi, then taxi or bus to the hotel (15 mins).
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Ristorante La Furnacelle, Chieti
💡 Agree the fixed price before getting in — about €200 flat. Taxis wait at FCO arrivals, but book ahead for peace of mind.
Abruzzo Airport (PSR) arrivals → Hotel Excelsior, Chieti
💡 Use 'Abruzzo Shuttle' online; cheaper than a private taxi but requires booking 24h ahead and you'll share with up to 7 others.
Pescara Centrale → Chieti Station
💡 Sit on the right side for views of the Maiella mountains; from Chieti station, it's a 15-min uphill walk to Hotel Excelsior—consider the bus or a short taxi ride.
Pescara Centrale station → Chieti station
💡 Change at Pescara if coming from Rome. The Chieti station is on a hill — take a local bus or taxi up to the hotel (€10-15).
Abruzzo Airport (PSR) → Hotel Excelsior, Chieti
💡 Book with Radio Taxi Chieti (+39 0871 330303) for a fixed fare; avoid unmarked cabs at the airport.
About Chieti
Wikipedia ↗
Chieti (Italian: [ˈkjɛːti], locally [ˈkjeːti] ; Neapolitan: Chiete, Abruzzese: Chjïétë, Chjìtë; Latin: Teate) is a city and comune (municipality) in Southern Italy, 200 kilometres (124 miles) east of Rome. It is the capital of the province of Chieti, in the Abruzzo region. In Italian, the adjectival...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa De Mar?
Request a room at the back of the building, away from Viale Nettuno. Top floor rooms (likely 3rd or 4th) get more light and less street-level disturbance. A room not above the entrance or bar will also be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa De Mar?
Avoid rooms facing Viale Nettuno — it's a coastal road with traffic noise, especially in summer. Also skip rooms near the lift or on the ground floor, which tend to pick up lobby and street sounds.
Is Casa De Mar noisy?
Viale Nettuno is a main coastal road with heavy traffic during day and evening, especially summer weekends. Early morning rubbish collection and delivery trucks are likely. The bar area may carry music or chatter until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa De Mar?
Limited for a 3-star on a main road. Back rooms overlook the residential area or inner courtyard — not spectacular, but calmer. Top-floor street-facing rooms might glimpse the sea in the distance, but trade-off is noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa De Mar?
1. Request a back-facing room when booking — it's free and makes a real difference for sleep. 2. Ask about parking at check-in: Chieti's old town has limited spaces, and the hotel might have a deal with a nearby garage.
What time is check-in at Casa De Mar?
Check-in at Casa De Mar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa De Mar have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout property; speed adequate for browsing and email; requires room number and surname login.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa De Mar?
€1.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa De Mar?
Panini or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria – around €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa De Mar?
Local bus (TUA) single ticket ~€1.30; a daily pass ~€3.50. From Rome airports, take a FlixBus or regional train to Chieti station (around €15-25) rather than direct shuttles which cost much more.
When is the best time to visit Chieti?
May and June offer reliably warm, dry weather for exploring the hilltop centre and the nearby coast, with fewer crowds than July–August. September also works well, with lingering warmth and the start of the autumn grape harvest nearby.
Top Attractions in Chieti
💡 Go late afternoon when the sun hits the crypt's columns through the grating — the light picks out the stone's warm colour. No one queues.
💡 Late afternoon is best — you'll see locals doing the evening 'passeggiata'. Grab a €1 espresso from Bar Centrale (on the corner) and people-watch. No need to buy anything.
💡 Look for the remains of the original 12th-century mosaic floor near the altar. Entrance free, but donations welcome.
💡 Arrive at 10:00 sharp: the guide unlocks the main hall but also the backstage area, which has handwritten 1880s stage directions on the walls. No photography with flash. Check their Facebook page the night before for any cancellations.
💡 Enter from the side street Via Arniense — there's a gap in the fence near the court building. The site is emptiest around 1pm when everyone's at lunch.
💡 Go in the late morning when sunlight hits the crypt floor and lights up the mosaic patterns. Photography allowed without flash.
💡 Go just before sunset for the light over the hills and fewer people. The cafe kiosk is cheap for a coffee.
💡 Start at Porta Pescara and walk anticlockwise. After 400m you'll reach the narrowest section—no handrails, so watch your step. Best at sunset when the light hits the old brick and the dog walkers clear out.