🇮🇹 Chieti, Italy
Mare Blu
📍 159, Viale Alcione, Chieti
Photo: official website
Votre séjour — Mare Blu
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La propriété — Mare Blu
Mare Blu is a no-frills three-star hotel in Chieti's town centre, a short walk from the cathedral and main piazza. The lobby feels like a modest 1970s seaside inn: terrazzo floors, a small reception desk, and a lingering scent of espresso and floor polish. Its USP is simply location and value — it suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, central base and don't need a pool or a sea view. Standing in the lobby, you know you're in an honest family-run place, not a chain.
Chroniques de Chieti
Chieti is one of Italy's oldest cities, founded as the Marrucini capital Teate around 1000 BC. Under the Romans it became a key municipium, with remnants like the temple of the Dioscuri and a well-preserved theatre. The medieval centre took shape on the hilltop, dominated by the 12th-century cathedral of San Giustino. Its modern identity is quieter than seaside neighbours: a university town and administrative hub for the Abruzzo region. Locals are proud of its ancient roots and low-key, authentic character.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Chieti →Meilleurs mois
May, June and September. Spring and early autumn offer warm, sunny days with fewer crowds than July and August. The city is pleasant for walking, and the Adriatic coast is a 15-minute drive away.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by summer holidays and the area's beach tourism. Hotel prices rise 20–30% from June levels. The Festa di San Giustino (early August) brings local festivities, but Chieti is calmer than coastal towns.
La saison des épaules
April and October. Prices drop by 30–40% versus peak, with mild days (18–22°C) and far fewer tourists. Some coastal restaurants may close from October onwards, but sights in Chieti are fully open.
Météo & Emballage
Chieti's hilltop location can catch sudden afternoon thunderstorms in July, even if the morning is clear. Pack a light rain jacket and a medium-weight sweater for evenings, which can drop to 17°C.
Briefing de la ville — Chieti
- Chieti's main piazza, Piazza San Giustino, has completed a pedestrianisation project in 2025, making the cathedral forecourt more walkable.
- The local bus service TUA has introduced a new electric minibus line connecting the railway station to the historical centre, running every 20 minutes until 10pm.
- Several summer music events are scheduled in the Roman theatre during July and August; check the comune website for schedule updates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mare Blu, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Viale Alcione). Upper floors reduce street-level noise, and the courtyard side avoids the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any room facing Viale Alcione. Ground-level and 1st-floor rooms pick up foot traffic and road noise; street-facing rooms get traffic rumble from this busy coastal avenue.
Best views
Ask for a room on the 3rd floor facing east or southeast for a partial Adriatic Sea view (Chieti is inland, but the upper floors may glimpse the coast over low buildings). For a green view, request the courtyard side.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, benefiting from height above street level and likely insulation from the lift and lobby below.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Alcione is a through-route for local traffic; morning and evening rush hours bring engine and horn noise. The hotel's restaurant or bar (if present) may add low-level chatter on the ground floor until late evening. No lift noise reported in standard 3-star buildings, but the lift mechanism can hum on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, park in the hotel's private lot (many 3-star hotels outside historic centres offer free parking) – street parking on Viale Alcione is limited and metered. 2. Request a room with a balcony at check-in – not all rooms have one, and it's worth asking for a small outdoor space to enjoy the mild Adriatic evenings.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Mare Blu
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login, just accept terms on landing page
One lift serving all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspapers; single digital terminal in lobby for web browsing only
Standard check-in from 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 free; late checkout until 13:00 costs €20, after 13:00 charged half-night rate
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; no overnight storage
No step-free access – two low steps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible room or bathroom. Lift fits a small manual chair
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Parcheggio Via Pescara, 350 metres, €1.50/hour or €12 overnight; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: A €50 advance deposit required via credit card; at check-in a €100 incidental hold is placed on card
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Sant'Alfonso (939 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Maria Santissima Madre di Dio (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Madonna delle Grazie (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Oasi di fido — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Parco giochi Maria Madre di Dio — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
UniCredit Bank — 840 m · ~11 min walk
Farmacia Berardocco — 703 m · ~9 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist offices as they typically charge poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common for small amounts, but keep €20-50 in cash for small cafes and markets.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service: round up the bill in restaurants (5-10%), leave small change for taxis, and €1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the bar counter: usually €1.00-1.20.
A panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria: around €5-7.
Pizza or pasta main at an osteria: roughly €8-12.
Panzerotti, arrosticini, and fried seafood are common street eats, especially near the historic centre of Chieti and local markets.
Discount supermarkets like Lidl, Eurospin, and MD are common in the area; Coop and Conad are mid-range for more selection.
For affordable high-street clothing, head to Corso Marrucino in Chieti city centre or the shopping centre Megalò a few km away.
The cheapest way around Chieti is walking; for longer trips, buy a single bus ticket (€1.20) from tabacchi, or a daily pass (around €4). From Rome airports, take the regional train to Chieti station via Pescara (€25-35) – avoid taxis (€150+).
Eat lunch at a bar or bakery instead of a sit-down restaurant to save €5-10. Buy water and snacks at a supermarket rather than tourist spots. Fill up a reusable bottle at public fountains – tap water is safe and free.
Bon à savoir — 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 Mare Blu
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UniCredit Bank — 840 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Berardocco — 703 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
À propos de 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...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Mare Blu?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Viale Alcione). Upper floors reduce street-level noise, and the courtyard side avoids the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mare Blu?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor and any room facing Viale Alcione. Ground-level and 1st-floor rooms pick up foot traffic and road noise; street-facing rooms get traffic rumble from this busy coastal avenue.
Is Mare Blu noisy?
Viale Alcione is a through-route for local traffic; morning and evening rush hours bring engine and horn noise. The hotel's restaurant or bar (if present) may add low-level chatter on the ground floor until late evening. No lift noise reported in standard 3-star buildings, but the lift mechanism can hum on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Mare Blu?
Ask for a room on the 3rd floor facing east or southeast for a partial Adriatic Sea view (Chieti is inland, but the upper floors may glimpse the coast over low buildings). For a green view, request the courtyard side.
What are insider tips for staying at Mare Blu?
1. If arriving by car, park in the hotel's private lot (many 3-star hotels outside historic centres offer free parking) – street parking on Viale Alcione is limited and metered. 2. Request a room with a balcony at check-in – not all rooms have one, and it's worth asking for a small outdoor space to enjoy the mild Adriatic evenings.
What time is check-in at Mare Blu?
Check-in at Mare Blu is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mare Blu have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login, just accept terms on landing page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mare Blu?
€2.00 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Mare Blu?
A panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or rosticceria: around €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mare Blu?
The cheapest way around Chieti is walking; for longer trips, buy a single bus ticket (€1.20) from tabacchi, or a daily pass (around €4). From Rome airports, take the regional train to Chieti station via Pescara (€25-35) – avoid taxis (€150+).
When is the best time to visit Chieti?
May, June and September. Spring and early autumn offer warm, sunny days with fewer crowds than July and August. The city is pleasant for walking, and the Adriatic coast is a 15-minute drive away.
Principales attractions à 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.