🇮🇹 Giulianova, Italy
Residence Palace
📍 Lungomare Zara, 95, 64021 Giulianova TE, Italy
Photo: official website
Your stay — Residence Palace
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The Property — Residence Palace
Residence Palace is a modest three-star hotel just off Giulianova's main seafront, with pale stucco, a small reception desk, and a feel that leans more functional than charming. It's aimed at budget-conscious families and beachgoers who want clean rooms, air conditioning, and a solid breakfast before hitting the sand. There's no fuss, no lobby bar scene — just a reliable base a few minutes' walk from the Lido and the Corso.
Chronicles of Giulianova
Giulianova was founded in the 15th century on a hill by Giulio Acquaviva, a local duke, and expanded down to the coast in the 19th century. Its historic core, Giulianova Alta, retains a grid of narrow lanes and a domed cathedral, while the lower town grew around the railway and fishing port. The city is known for its long, clean beach and the Bronze Age necropolis recently uncovered near the port. Today it balances summer tourism with a quiet Adriatic identity, famous for its seafood trattorias and the annual Palio del Mare rowing race in August.
Best Time to Visit
Full Giulianova guide →Best months
June, September — warm sea (22-24°C), plenty of sun, but fewer families than July and August. The beach is lively but not shoulder-to-shoulder.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, especially the first two weeks of August when Italians take their holidays. Hotel rates double, and the Lido fills with sunbeds and loud pop music. The Ferragosto festivities on 15 August draw big crowds to fireworks and concerts.
Budget shoulder season
Late May to mid-June, and the first half of September. Prices drop 30-40%, days are still fine for swimming, and you'll get a table at restaurants without a booking.
Weather & packing
Summer afternoons often bring a brief, sharp thunderstorm off the Adriatic — locals call it the 'rinfrescata'. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella even in June.
Live City Briefing — Giulianova
- The Giulianova beachfront promenade (Lungomare Zara) is undergoing resurfacing until late July 2026 — expect some construction noise and diverted footpaths near the Bagni.
- A new direct bus line from Giulianova train station to Pescara Airport started in April 2026, running hourly in summer — handy for fly-in visitors.
- The city's main summer festival, 'Estate Giuliese', kicks off 25 June with free concerts in Piazza Buozzi, but expect road closures around the centre.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Residence Palace, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) facing the seafront (Lungomare Zara side) for the quietest experience and best sea views. The top floor minimises foot traffic noise from above, while the seafront orientation offers a pleasant outlook away from potential street bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or near the lift. Ground-floor rooms may pick up noise from the lobby, stairs, and side door, while rooms adjacent to the lift shaft can hear mechanical hum and arriving guests.
Best views
Rooms on the Lungomare Zara side (street-facing) offer partial sea and promenade views. The hotel is on a coastal road, so upper floors give a better vantage point over lower buildings opposite. Rooms at the rear overlook the car park and neighbouring buildings—less attractive.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest, being further from ground-floor activity and street level. The third floor has no neighbours above, reducing footstep noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Lungomare Zara is a main seafront road, so traffic noise is present, especially on lower floors and during daytime. The lift is single and audible from adjacent rooms. The side entrance ramp may create occasional footfall noise. No bar or service entrance noise mentioned, but standard street and lift activity are the main sources.
Insider tips
1) Book private parking at €12/night when reserving—it's cheaper and more reliable than the free public car park (Parcheggio Gratuito Viale Europa), which often fills up by mid-afternoon in summer. 2) The free Wi-Fi is decent (20 Mbps) but doesn't need a login; just connect to the network and you’ll get the password at check-in—no email or portal hassle.
- 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 — Residence Palace
Free for all guests, standard speed ~20 Mbps download, no login required after connecting to network password
One lift serves all three floors; stairs available but no historic sections
No physical newspapers; free digital news via PressReader app on request at front desk
From 14:00; early bag drop available from 09:00 without charge; late checkout until 12:00 for €20, subject to availability
Free at reception, no lockers, accessible during desk hours (07:00–23:00)
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms in standard rooms
Private on-site parking €12/night, no valet; nearest public car park Parcheggio Gratuito Viale Europa free but often full; no EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (up to 10 nights, under 14s exempt)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Pietro Apostolo (893 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Santuario della Madonna dello Splendore (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Duomo di San Flaviano (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Della Misericordia (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Chico Mendez — 105 m · ~1 min walk
Museo d'arte dello Splendore — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Anfiteatro Ennio Flaiano — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Bambinopoli — 838 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Ielo — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Giulianova — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs at banks in Giulianova give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the train station or tourist offices as their rates are poor.
Major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in hotels, shops, and mid-range restaurants; smaller cafes and markets may prefer cash for small purchases. Contactless is common, mobile pay works in chain outlets.
Tipping is not expected in restaurants (service is included), but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 euros for good service is appreciated. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: 1-2 euros per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar (standing at the counter): around 1.00-1.20 EUR. Caffè latte or cappuccino served at a table costs 2.00-2.50 EUR.
Panino (sandwich) or pizza al taglio (by the slice) with a drink: 5-7 EUR. Look for bakeries (forni) or small delis.
A main course (primo) at a trattoria or pizzeria: around 10-12 EUR. A margherita pizza: 6-8 EUR. A full meal (primo + secondo + side) can be 15-20 EUR.
Arrosticini (skewered lamb) are a local specialty, often sold at stands or mobile grills near the beach or town centre, around 1 EUR per skewer. Also: olive all’ascolana (stuffed fried olives) and panzarotti (fried dough with fillings).
Common budget supermarkets: Lidl, Eurospin, Conad, Simply. They all have own-brand lines for good value.
Affordable high-street brands (like OVS, Terranova) are in Giulianova's main shopping streets (Corso Giuseppe Mazzini or near Piazza della Libertà). For cheaper prices, head to the weekly market (Wednesday mornings) for clothing and accessories.
Local buses (TUA) cost around 1.10 EUR per ride or 15 EUR for a 10-ticket carnet. For getting around town, walking or renting a bike/scooter (approx 15-20 EUR/day) is best. The nearest airport is Pescara (PSR); a shuttle bus to Giulianova costs about 5-6 EUR, or take a regional train (4-5 EUR) from Pescara Centrale station.
1. Buy food and drinks in supermarkets rather than beachfront or tourist stalls to save 30-40%. 2. Use the free public beach sections (spiaggia libera) instead of paying for private lidos. 3. Get a SIM-only data plan (e.g. Iliad, Vodafone) for maps and booking deals, avoiding roaming charges.
Good to know — Giulianova
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Giulianova, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Residence Palace
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Ielo — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Giulianova Piazza della Libertà → Hotel Tiziana (Via Montegrappa stop)
💡 Buy a multipack ticket (5 rides) at the tabacchi for €5 – cheaper than singles. Tell the driver 'scendo a Hotel Tiziana' so they don't skip the stop. Walk down Via Montegrappa 100 metres; the hotel entrance is set back behind a small garden wall.
Giulianova station (bus stop outside) → Residence Kiara (via Gramsci stop)
💡 Validate your ticket in the machine on the bus immediately – unvalidated tickets are treated as unpaid. Buy from tabacchi or the bus kiosk near the station.
Giulianova Station → Hotel Corallo (via Lungomare)
💡 Buy a €3 day pass from the tabacchi at the station; the bus runs along the seafront, so you can hop off closer to the hotel without walking uphill.
Giulianova Station → Hotel Garden
💡 Get off at the 'Lungomare Zara' stop, then walk three blocks inland. No app for real-time tracking; flag the bus down in advance.
Giulianova town centre → Residence Palace (via Viale Orsini)
💡 Bus stop 'Lungomare Spiaggia' drops you 50m from the hotel; validate ticket in the machine onboard.
Giulianova Train Station → aMare Hotel (Corso Garibaldi stop)
💡 Buy tickets at Tabacchi near the station—validate on board or risk a €50 fine.
Giulianova station → Residence Kiara
💡 If the rank is empty, call +39 085 800 1111 – they send one quickly. Pay cash; card acceptance is rare.
aMare Hotel → Giulianova Lido waterfront
💡 Call +39 085 800 2222—they speak little English, so say 'aMare Hotel' and show your destination on a map.
Abruzzo Airport (PSR) → Giulianova bus station
💡 Buy ticket at the airport tabacchi before boarding; driver sells at a markup.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Giulianova Bus Stop (Viale della Stazione)
💡 Book at least three days ahead for the best price; the bus uses the A24 motorway and stops at Teramo first. From the Giulianova stop, it's a 20-min walk or short taxi ride (€8) to Hotel Garden.
Abruzzo Airport (PSR) → aMare Hotel, Giulianova
💡 Book via aMare's front desk for a fixed rate, avoid touts. Tip drivers €5 for luggage help.
Rome Termini → Giulianova Station
💡 Buy tickets on the Trenitalia app for a 10% discount; the station is 10 mins walk from the hotel, or grab a €5 taxi.
About Giulianova
Wikipedia ↗
Giulianova (Giuliese: Gigljië [ˈdʒiʝʝə]) is a coastal town and comune in the province of Teramo, Abruzzo region, Italy. The comune also has city (Italian: città) status, thus also known as Città di Giulianova.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Residence Palace?
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) facing the seafront (Lungomare Zara side) for the quietest experience and best sea views. The top floor minimises foot traffic noise from above, while the seafront orientation offers a pleasant outlook away from potential street bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Residence Palace?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or near the lift. Ground-floor rooms may pick up noise from the lobby, stairs, and side door, while rooms adjacent to the lift shaft can hear mechanical hum and arriving guests.
Is Residence Palace noisy?
Lungomare Zara is a main seafront road, so traffic noise is present, especially on lower floors and during daytime. The lift is single and audible from adjacent rooms. The side entrance ramp may create occasional footfall noise. No bar or service entrance noise mentioned, but standard street and lift activity are the main sources.
Which rooms have the best views at Residence Palace?
Rooms on the Lungomare Zara side (street-facing) offer partial sea and promenade views. The hotel is on a coastal road, so upper floors give a better vantage point over lower buildings opposite. Rooms at the rear overlook the car park and neighbouring buildings—less attractive.
What are insider tips for staying at Residence Palace?
1) Book private parking at €12/night when reserving—it's cheaper and more reliable than the free public car park (Parcheggio Gratuito Viale Europa), which often fills up by mid-afternoon in summer. 2) The free Wi-Fi is decent (20 Mbps) but doesn't need a login; just connect to the network and you’ll get the password at check-in—no email or portal hassle.
What time is check-in at Residence Palace?
Check-in at Residence Palace is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Residence Palace have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, standard speed ~20 Mbps download, no login required after connecting to network password
Is there a city or tourist tax at Residence Palace?
€1.50 per person per night (up to 10 nights, under 14s exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Residence Palace?
Panino (sandwich) or pizza al taglio (by the slice) with a drink: 5-7 EUR. Look for bakeries (forni) or small delis.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Residence Palace?
Local buses (TUA) cost around 1.10 EUR per ride or 15 EUR for a 10-ticket carnet. For getting around town, walking or renting a bike/scooter (approx 15-20 EUR/day) is best. The nearest airport is Pescara (PSR); a shuttle bus to Giulianova costs about 5-6 EUR, or take a regional train (4-5 EUR) from Pescara Centrale station.
When is the best time to visit Giulianova?
June, September — warm sea (22-24°C), plenty of sun, but fewer families than July and August. The beach is lively but not shoulder-to-shoulder.
Top Attractions in Giulianova
💡 Look for the crypt beneath the altar — it's often open and contains Romanesque columns. Very quiet on weekday afternoons.
💡 The crypt below contains Roman ruins. Ask the sacristan to unlock it – it's free but often overlooked.
💡 Check mass times if you want silence; otherwise, pop in mid-morning when it's quietest. No photography inside during services.
💡 Visit late afternoon for the best light through the rose window.
💡 Pop in after 4pm when the sun hits the stained glass above the altar — it casts coloured light across the white walls. No dress code, but shoulders covered are appreciated.
💡 Stand at the base and look up to see the original stonework. It's best photographed in late afternoon light.
💡 Check the side chapel on the left for the little-known fresco fragments from the 1400s. Quietest around 4pm on weekdays.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the old town above. Free public showers are at the northern end near the port.