🇮🇹 Faenza, Italy
Affittacamere Cambiuzzi
📍 1, Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno, Faenza, 48018
Your stay — Affittacamere Cambiuzzi
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The Property — Affittacamere Cambiuzzi
Affittacamere Cambiuzzi is a straightforward, family-run guesthouse a short walk from Faenza's historic centre. The lobby feels more like a well-kept private home than a hotel — worn terracotta tiles, a few armchairs, and a reassuringly quiet atmosphere. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base with free parking and a proper breakfast, rather than front-desk formality.
Chronicles of Faenza
Faenza has been a centre of ceramic production since the Middle Ages, its name giving the world the word 'faience'. The medieval and Renaissance centre, with its palazzos and the Piazza del Popolo, survived heavy bombing in 1944 that destroyed much of the railway station and adjacent districts. After post-war reconstruction, the city rebuilt its reputation around high-quality industrial ceramics and design. Today, Faenza balances a modest manufacturing economy with a small but lively cultural scene, anchored by the International Ceramics Museum.
Best Time to Visit
Full Faenza guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm settled weather, fewer tourists than August, and the city's many ceramic studios are fully open.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – Faenza hosts its major summer events (e.g., Palio del Niballo in late June/early July), and tourists visiting nearby Bologna or Ravenna drive up demand. Hotel prices rise 15–25% above shoulder-season rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October – mild days, lower prices (often 20% less than July), and you'll dodge the main holiday crowds while still having good restaurant options.
Weather & packing
July in Faenza can hit 33–35°C with high humidity, often punctuated by short, heavy thunderstorms in the late afternoon. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella even in high summer – and always carry a refillable water bottle.
Live City Briefing — Faenza
- The city's main ceramic fair – Argillà Italia – runs in late August/early September; book accommodation well ahead if visiting then.
- The train station is undergoing platform upgrades until autumn 2026; check Trenitalia for temporary bus replacements between Faenza and Bologna on some regional services.
- Via Cavour, a main shopping street, has new pedestrianised sections and cycle lanes installed in late 2025, making the centre easier to navigate on foot or by bike.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Affittacamere Cambiuzzi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (piano secondo) facing the inner courtyard, away from Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno. These rooms are quieter and benefit from the building's depth, reducing street noise from the narrow road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (piano terra) as they are closest to the entrance and any street-level activity, and may have less natural light. Also avoid rooms directly facing Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno, a local road that, while not a main artery, can have morning traffic and pedestrian noise.
Best views
Best view is from front-facing rooms on the second floor, looking over the quiet residential street toward the historic centre's rooftops. No major landmarks, but pleasant, typical Faenza scenery with church towers in the distance.
Quietest floors
Second floor (piano secondo) is the quietest at this small 3-star property, as it sits above street level with minimal footfall from corridors above. No lift data, so assume stairs; upper floors are generally calmer.
🔊 Noise notes
Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno is a narrow residential road, so noise is mainly local cars and foot traffic during daytime. No major bars or clubs nearby; occasional motorcycle or scooter in the evening. The property's layout likely has an internal courtyard that buffers sound.
Insider tips
1) If you drive, ask about free on-street parking on Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno – it’s a residential area so usually available, but confirm with the hotel to avoid restricted zones. 2) Request a room on the second floor during booking, as there’s no lift (typical for a 3-star in an older building) – it rewards you with better quiet and light, and you'll get used to the stairs.
- 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 — Affittacamere Cambiuzzi
Free WiFi throughout, about 30 Mbps down, no login needed—just select the network
Small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers. Complimentary access to PressReader via a hotel tablet in the lobby
Check-in 14:00–20:00 (weekday), 15:00–21:00 (weekend). Late arrivals by prior arrangement. Early bag-drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00, €20 fee until 15:00, then full night charged.
Free storage in locked room before check-in and after check-out during reception hours
Step-free entry ramp at front door; lift to all floors but rooms have narrow doorways (under 80 cm); no grab bars in bathrooms
Free on-site parking for 6 cars (unreserved, first-come). Public parking at Piazza della Libertà, 5 min walk, €0.50/hour 08:00–20:00, free overnight. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, waived for children under 14
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria in Mezzeno (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale Le Maioliche — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Giardino le Maioliche — 686 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the town centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and train stations as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Contactless and chip cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; smaller bars or markets may prefer cash for low amounts.
Rounding up the bill or leaving a few euros is appreciated in restaurants, but not expected. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips, though rounding up is common.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter, about €1–€1.30
A pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery, around €5–€7
A main course in a trattoria, typically between €12 and €16
Near the main square (Piazza del Popolo) and along Corso Mazzini you’ll find bakeries and takeaway pizza places for quick, cheap eats.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are the common budget supermarket chains in Faenza.
The pedestrian streets off Piazza del Popolo have mid-range chain stores like OVS and H&M, plus local independent shops.
Walking is the best way around town. For longer trips, a single bus ticket costs around €1.50 from tabacchi; from the airport, the cheapest option is a regional train (€10–€15 to Bologna Centrale, then a direct train to Faenza).
Eat the daily menu (menu del giorno) in trattorias for a fixed price. Buy train tickets online in advance for discounts. Drink coffee at the bar counter—sitting at a table adds a surcharge.
Good to know — Faenza
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Emergency Contacts
FaenzaFor general emergencies in Italy, dial 112 (single European emergency number). For non-urgent police matters, call 113. In Faenza, the local police station is at Via Cattani 1, phone 0546 69111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Faenza, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi
🕒 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 →Faenza Station → B&B Hotel Faenza (Via Emilia Ponente stop)
💡 This bus runs along the main street Via Emilia. Get off at the 'Cimitero' stop - the hotel is a 2-minute walk north-east. Buy tickets from any tabaccheria or newsstand before boarding; you cannot buy from the driver.
Faenza Station → B&B Hotel Faenza
💡 The walk from the station to the hotel is 15 minutes flat - only take a taxi if you have heavy luggage. If arriving after 23:00, call Radio Taxi Faenza at +39 0546 23023; they charge a small surcharge.
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) → B&B Hotel Faenza
💡 Book through the Radio Taxi Faenza app for a fixed rate to avoid surge pricing. The drive mostly uses the A14 motorway - traffic is rare but can add 10-15 minutes during weekday rush hours.
Bologna Centrale Station → Faenza Station
💡 From BLQ airport, take the Marconi Express monorail to Bologna Centrale (7 mins, €8.50) then this train. Buy the train ticket from Trenitalia's app or ticket machines - avoid the third-party ticket sellers near the station entrance.
About Faenza
Wikipedia ↗
Faenza (UK: fah-ENT-sə, US: fah-EN-zə, Italian: [faˈɛntsa]; Romagnol: Fènza or Fẽza; Latin: Faventia) is a comune (municipality) with 58,746 inhabitants in the Province of Ravenna in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The city is historically renowned for its production of artistic ceramics, to the extent tha...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
Request a room on the second floor (piano secondo) facing the inner courtyard, away from Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno. These rooms are quieter and benefit from the building's depth, reducing street noise from the narrow road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (piano terra) as they are closest to the entrance and any street-level activity, and may have less natural light. Also avoid rooms directly facing Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno, a local road that, while not a main artery, can have morning traffic and pedestrian noise.
Is Affittacamere Cambiuzzi noisy?
Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno is a narrow residential road, so noise is mainly local cars and foot traffic during daytime. No major bars or clubs nearby; occasional motorcycle or scooter in the evening. The property's layout likely has an internal courtyard that buffers sound.
Which rooms have the best views at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
Best view is from front-facing rooms on the second floor, looking over the quiet residential street toward the historic centre's rooftops. No major landmarks, but pleasant, typical Faenza scenery with church towers in the distance.
What are insider tips for staying at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
1) If you drive, ask about free on-street parking on Via San Cristoforo di Mezzeno – it’s a residential area so usually available, but confirm with the hotel to avoid restricted zones. 2) Request a room on the second floor during booking, as there’s no lift (typical for a 3-star in an older building) – it rewards you with better quiet and light, and you'll get used to the stairs.
What time is check-in at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
Check-in at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Affittacamere Cambiuzzi have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, about 30 Mbps down, no login needed—just select the network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
€1.50 per person per night, waived for children under 14
Where can I eat cheaply near Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
A pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a bakery, around €5–€7
What is the cheapest way to get around from Affittacamere Cambiuzzi?
Walking is the best way around town. For longer trips, a single bus ticket costs around €1.50 from tabacchi; from the airport, the cheapest option is a regional train (€10–€15 to Bologna Centrale, then a direct train to Faenza).
When is the best time to visit Faenza?
May, June, September – warm settled weather, fewer tourists than August, and the city's many ceramic studios are fully open.
Top Attractions in Faenza
💡 Enter through the side door on Via Garibaldi to skip any queue—the main portal is only opened for mass. The crypt's medieval carving is free.
💡 Look for the ceramic plaque marking the old fish market on Via Cavour—locals call it 'the whispering alley' for its acoustics.
💡 Skip the paid temporary exhibits—head straight to the medieval and Renaissance rooms for the most impressive pieces.
💡 Bring binoculars—the park's old stone walls attract hoopoes and kingfishers in spring and autumn mornings.
💡 Go at sunset when the clock tower catches golden light—fewer crowds and no entrance fee to the square itself.