🇮🇹 Taranto, Italy
Hotel Cassiopea
📍 Via Mar dei Sargassi, 24, 74025 Marina di Ginosa TA, Italy
Votre séjour — Hotel Cassiopea
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La propriété — Hotel Cassiopea
Hotel Cassiopea is a no-fuss three-star on Taranto's main seafront strip, the Lungomare, with direct sea views from many rooms and a small rooftop terrace. The lobby has a functional, mid-90s business-hotel feel—marble floor, leather sofas, a receptionist who'll hand you a local bus timetable without being asked. It suits independent travellers and couples who want a clean, central base with parking and don't need boutique flourishes.
Chroniques de Taranto
Taranto was founded as Taras by Greek Spartans in 706 BC, growing into a powerful city-state and the only Greek colony to build a fleet to rival Athens. Its historic centre occupies an artificial island linked by bridges, with a Norman castle, a 15th-century Aragonese fortress and a baroque cathedral. The city's modern identity is split: heavy industry (ILVA steelworks) to the west, a historic naval port to the east, and a push to revive tourism around its largely intact Greek and Roman ruins.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Taranto →Meilleurs mois
May, June and September. Gentle heat, long daylight, and the historic centre is walkable without midday meltdown. Crowds are moderate—locals move into holiday mode but tourist numbers stay manageable.
Peak / Festival surge
August is peak, driven by the Ferragosto holiday (15 August) and local sagre (food festivals) along the coast. Hotel prices can double; book by March. The city fills with Italian holidaymakers heading to nearby beaches like Lido Gandoli.
La saison des épaules
April and October are the budget shoulder months. Temperatures range 15–22°C, rain is possible but not constant, and hotel rates drop 30–40%. You'll share the Mar Ta archaeological museum and the Aragonese castle with almost nobody.
Météo & Emballage
Taranto's summer heat is dry but the sea breeze can shift into a sticky scirocco wind from Africa, making afternoons close. Pack linen trousers and a light jacket for evening winds off the Gulf; always bring a swimsuit and a pair of sturdy sandals for the cobbled old town.
Briefing de la ville — Taranto
- From June 2026, the new BRT (bus rapid transit) line along the Lungomare is expected to cut journey times between the station and the old town from 30 to 15 minutes—check the AMAT website for confirmed start date.
- The city's replacement tourist pier near the Swing Bridge is now fully open, with a kiosk selling tickets for boat tours to the Cheradi Islands nature reserve.
- Sailors and fishers: the 2026 America's Cup World Series regatta has announced a Taranto stop on 18–20 June—bookings for waterfront dining and accommodation may be tighter than usual in the week before your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Cassiopea, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) to minimize potential street noise from Via Mar dei Sargassi, a busy coastal road with some traffic. The lift serves all floors, so you'll have easy access to your room.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms due to potential noise from the main entrance and the nearby street. Also, be aware that the hotel has no on-site parking, so rooms near the main entrance may be more convenient for those using public parking.
Best views
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor may offer views of the surrounding area, but it's not a prominent hotel location with notable views.
Quietest floors
2nd floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Via Mar dei Sargassi, which is a busy coastal road.
Insider tips
Consider parking at the nearby Parcheggio via Dante (€1.50/hour or €10.00/24 hours) to avoid the hassle of finding a spot in the surrounding streets. Take advantage of the free WiFi, which has an adequate speed for browsing and email, but be aware that the network doesn't require a login; just accept the hotel network to connect.
- 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 — Hotel Cassiopea
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email (approx. 15 Mbps); no login required, just accept the hotel network
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand; a printed local newspaper (La Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno) is available at the front desk on request
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop allowed without fee; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20 (subject to availability)
Free storage at the front desk for early arrivals or after check-out
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; one ground-floor room is wheelchair-accessible; lift serves all floors; no other accessibility modifications
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio via Dante (just off Via Dante Alighieri, 3-minute walk) at €1.50/hour or €10.00/24 hours; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €1.00 per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit; a €50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Maria Santissima Immacolata (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Maria Santissima Immacolata (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Piazza Robert Baden Powell — 994 m · ~12 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Farmacia Rizzi — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Ginosa — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Brindisi Airport or tourist offices which charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard contactless are widely accepted in supermarkets, chain shops, and restaurants; Amex is rarely taken. Smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash.
Not expected. Round up the bill or leave small change (€1–2) for good service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter in a bar is €1–1.20.
Panino or focaccia from a forno (bakery) or a slice of pizza al taglio, about €4–6.
Pizza margherita or a pasta dish in a trattoria, €8–12.
Via di Palma and the Old Town alleys have cheap fried seafood, panzerotti, and focaccia barese stalls.
Conad, Eurospin, and Lidl are the main budget chains in Taranto.
Via d'Aquino and Corso Umberto I have affordable chain stores like OVS and H&M; local markets (e.g. Mercato di Taranto) sell cheap clothing.
Single bus ticket €1.30; a good value day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €3.50. From Brindisi Airport, take the Pugliairbus shuttle to Taranto bus station (€7 one-way).
Eat at daytime bakeries and street stalls in the Old Town for cheap local food; buy a bus day pass if making more than two trips; skip expensive harbour tours and walk the Ponte Girevole instead.
Bon à savoir — Taranto
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Taranto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Cassiopea
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Rizzi — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Taranto train station → Villa Stella
💡 Better to walk or take the AMAT bus line 1 from the station—it stops 200 metres from the hotel. Taxis are scarce after 21:00.
Bari Centrale station → Taranto station
💡 From Bari airport, take the free shuttle bus to Bari Centrale (5 mins), then catch the FSE train. Direct trains avoid the slower regional via Martina Franca.
Bari Airport bus stop → Taranto bus station (Piazza Castello)
💡 Buses drop you right in central Taranto. From Piazza Castello, Villa Stella is a 10-min walk east along Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) → Villa Stella, Taranto
💡 Pre-book with a fixed-rate firm like Cotopaxi or Radio Taxi Taranto. Metered fares from the rank often bump up to €100+ with luggage.
À propos de Taranto
Wikipedia ↗
Taranto (Italian: [ˈtaːranto] ; Tarantino: Tarde), historically also called Tarent in English, is a coastal city in Apulia, Southern Italy. It is the capital of the province of Taranto, serving as an important commercial port as well as the main Italian naval base. With a population of 185,909 as of...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Hotel Cassiopea?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) to minimize potential street noise from Via Mar dei Sargassi, a busy coastal road with some traffic. The lift serves all floors, so you'll have easy access to your room.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Cassiopea?
Avoid ground-floor rooms due to potential noise from the main entrance and the nearby street. Also, be aware that the hotel has no on-site parking, so rooms near the main entrance may be more convenient for those using public parking.
Is Hotel Cassiopea noisy?
Street noise from Via Mar dei Sargassi, which is a busy coastal road.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Cassiopea?
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor may offer views of the surrounding area, but it's not a prominent hotel location with notable views.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Cassiopea?
Consider parking at the nearby Parcheggio via Dante (€1.50/hour or €10.00/24 hours) to avoid the hassle of finding a spot in the surrounding streets. Take advantage of the free WiFi, which has an adequate speed for browsing and email, but be aware that the network doesn't require a login; just accept the hotel network to connect.
What time is check-in at Hotel Cassiopea?
Check-in at Hotel Cassiopea is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Cassiopea have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email (approx. 15 Mbps); no login required, just accept the hotel network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Cassiopea?
€1.00 per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Cassiopea?
Panino or focaccia from a forno (bakery) or a slice of pizza al taglio, about €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Cassiopea?
Single bus ticket €1.30; a good value day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €3.50. From Brindisi Airport, take the Pugliairbus shuttle to Taranto bus station (€7 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Taranto?
May, June and September. Gentle heat, long daylight, and the historic centre is walkable without midday meltdown. Crowds are moderate—locals move into holiday mode but tourist numbers stay manageable.
Principales attractions à Taranto
💡 Don’t miss the marble floor mosaics near the altar — they’re original and patterned like a medieval carpet. The crypt is often quiet, and you can see the saint’s tomb. Dress modestly.
💡 Head straight to the second floor for the 'Ori di Taranto' gold collection — it’s the highlight. Allow 1–2 hours. Entry is €8 normally, but free on first Sundays.
💡 Start at Piazza Fontana and aim for the waterfront along Via Duomo. The best views are from the quayside near the Ponte Girevole. Go early morning to see fishermen mending nets.
💡 The best section is the Gravina di Riggio — a short walk from the car park. Bring sturdy shoes and water; there’s no shade. Wildflowers are spectacular in spring.
💡 Entry is cheap (€2–€5 depending on exhibitions), and the sunset view from the ramparts over the Mar Grande is worth every cent. Go on a weekday morning to avoid queues.