🇮🇹 Faenza, Italy
Locanda Paradiso
📍 49, Via Gallo Marcucci, Faenza, 48018
Your stay — Locanda Paradiso
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The Property — Locanda Paradiso
Locanda Paradiso is a modest 3-star just off Faenza’s main square, Piazza del Popolo. The lobby feels like a clean, well-kept family business: tiled floors, a small reception desk with a bowl of wrapped candies, and the scent of fresh espresso from the bar next door. Rooms are simple but spotless, with good soundproofing and heavy shutters that block out the summer heat and the occasional town noise. It suits independent travellers who want a central base for exploring Faenza’s ceramics museums and the hills of Romagna without paying for frills they won’t use.
Chronicles of Faenza
Faenza, founded by the Romans as Faventia, was a key centre of Renaissance maiolica production, and that ceramic legacy still defines the city today. The medieval core, with its arcaded streets and the 15th-century Palazzo del Podestà, grew around the former Roman settlement. The International Museum of Ceramics, the world’s largest dedicated collection, anchors the city’s contemporary identity, and Faenza remains a working hub for ceramics artists, with workshops and galleries dotted through the town. Today it balances its artisanal past with a lively calendar of ceramic fairs and summer festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Faenza guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm days, low humidity, and the main ceramic fairs are finished, so hotels are quieter and cheaper than July/August.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by the Faenza Ceramics Festival in late June/early July and the Palio del Niballo (a revived medieval joust) in July. Hotel prices rise 20-30% and rooms book out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget months: still mostly mild, fewer tourists, and hotel rates drop by 30-40%. April can be rainy; October brings clear skies and autumn colour in the nearby hills.
Weather & packing
July in Faenza is hot, often above 30°C, but thunderstorms can roll in suddenly from the Apennines, so pack a lightweight waterproof jacket. One absolute rule: bring a reusable water bottle; public fountains in the square serve cold, safe drinking water for free.
Live City Briefing — Faenza
- Construction on the tram/bus interchange at Faenza station is ongoing until late 2026, so allow extra time for platform changes.
- The International Museum of Ceramics has just reopened its renovated Renaissance gallery after a two-year closure.
- Since 2024, the historic centre is a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) from 8am to 8pm; your hotel can provide a permit if you arrive by car.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Locanda Paradiso, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor at the back of the building, away from Via Gallo Marcucci. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach via the stairs if the lift is small or busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those facing the street. The ground floor is closest to the entrance, any pavement activity, and potentially the breakfast area's early-morning clatter. Also avoid top-floor rooms if the building has no lift or a slow one—carrying luggage up steep stairs is a pain.
Best views
A room at the back of the hotel overlooks an internal courtyard or garden (common in a 3-star in a small Italian town). You'll get a quieter outlook with some greenery rather than the street view of cars and parked scooters.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 (first and second) are the quietest. They sit above street hubbub and below any roof-level noise from maintenance or terrace use.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Gallo Marcucci is a local road, likely with some morning delivery vans and evening pedestrian noise. Being in Faenza, you might also hear church bells (charming but early) and occasional scooter traffic. The hotel's own lift mechanism can hum if the lift shaft is near guest rooms.
Insider tips
1. If driving, ask at booking whether the hotel has off-street parking or a reserved spot nearby—street parking in Faenza is limited and can be pricey. 2. Request a room on the first floor if you have heavy luggage; the lift may be small or slow, and the stairs are narrow (typical for older buildings).
- 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 — Locanda Paradiso
Free for all guests; speed ~20 Mbps down, no premium tier. Login with room number and surname; one device at a time, but can switch.
Small lift covers ground to third floor. Does not reach basement wine cellar or top attic suite (those accessed by stairs).
No digital newsstand. Physical copy of Corriere della Sera available at front desk on request (limited to 2 copies).
Standard 14:00–20:00. Early bag drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00: €25; after 12:00 charged as half-day (€50) subject to availability.
Free, behind reception desk (unlocked area). No lockers.
No step-free main entrance (two steps). No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Lift is narrow (door width 70 cm). Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Piazzale Pancrazi (3-minute walk): €1.20/hour, €8/24h. No EV charging within 500 m.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (applies to all guests aged 14+)
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refunded at check-out if no damages)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Savino (422 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giovanni di Dio (470 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giuseppe Artigiano (479 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Beata Vergine del Paradiso (560 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro commerciale Cappuccini — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Parco delle Rimembranze — 348 m · ~4 min walk
Museo civico di Scienze Naturali Malmerendi — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Teatro dei Filodrammatici "Luigi Antonio Mazzoni" — 755 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BPER Banca — 504 m · ~6 min walk
Farmacia Comunale 1 — 303 m · ~4 min walk
Campagna Amica — 412 m · ~5 min walk
Terminal BUS — 743 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 Locanda Paradiso
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BPER Banca — 504 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale 1 — 303 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 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 Locanda Paradiso?
Request a room on the first or second floor at the back of the building, away from Via Gallo Marcucci. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach via the stairs if the lift is small or busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Locanda Paradiso?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those facing the street. The ground floor is closest to the entrance, any pavement activity, and potentially the breakfast area's early-morning clatter. Also avoid top-floor rooms if the building has no lift or a slow one—carrying luggage up steep stairs is a pain.
Is Locanda Paradiso noisy?
Via Gallo Marcucci is a local road, likely with some morning delivery vans and evening pedestrian noise. Being in Faenza, you might also hear church bells (charming but early) and occasional scooter traffic. The hotel's own lift mechanism can hum if the lift shaft is near guest rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Locanda Paradiso?
A room at the back of the hotel overlooks an internal courtyard or garden (common in a 3-star in a small Italian town). You'll get a quieter outlook with some greenery rather than the street view of cars and parked scooters.
What are insider tips for staying at Locanda Paradiso?
1. If driving, ask at booking whether the hotel has off-street parking or a reserved spot nearby—street parking in Faenza is limited and can be pricey. 2. Request a room on the first floor if you have heavy luggage; the lift may be small or slow, and the stairs are narrow (typical for older buildings).
What time is check-in at Locanda Paradiso?
Check-in at Locanda Paradiso is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Locanda Paradiso have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed ~20 Mbps down, no premium tier. Login with room number and surname; one device at a time, but can switch.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Locanda Paradiso?
€1.50 per person per night (applies to all guests aged 14+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Locanda Paradiso?
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 Locanda Paradiso?
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 days, low humidity, and the main ceramic fairs are finished, so hotels are quieter and cheaper than July/August.
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.