Your stay — Diana
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The Property — Diana
The Diana is a reliable, old-school three-star in central Belluno: clean parquet, a tiny lobby with a rack of local hiking maps, and a receptionist who can tell you which bakeries open earliest. It suits independent travellers who want a solid, no-surprises base for the Dolomites rather than romance or design. The vibe is practical and quietly efficient, with shutters that block out the morning sun and breakfast that's a proper Italian buffet of cakes, ham and good coffee.
Cronache di Belluno
Belluno was founded as a Roman settlement on a spur above the Piave river, later becoming a prosperous free commune in the Middle Ages. Its elegant centro storico is built around the 16th-century Palazzo dei Rettori and the Duomo, with a blend of Venetian Gothic and austere Alpine stone. Under Venetian rule from the 15th century, the city traded timber and iron; today it's the administrative and cultural heart of the province, known for its quiet, well-kept squares and as a gateway to the Dolomites. The 1870s railway station and the 1930s covered market building give the place a layered, lived-in feel.
Best Time to Visit
Guida completa di Belluno →Best months
June and September: warm, sunny days for hiking the nearby Dolomites, with wildflowers in the meadows or autumn colours; crowds are moderate because school holidays haven't peaked in June or have ended in September.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest, with Italian Ferragosto (15 August) filling the city and mountain refuges; hotel prices at the Diana can double, and advance booking is essential. The Palio dei Rioni in late August also draws locals and visitors for medieval games.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer the lowest rates at the Diana, with fewer tourists and mild weather — though rain is likelier in May, and some mountain lifts close mid-October. Expect 20-30% discounts on room rates.
Weather & packing
Belluno traps afternoon thunderstorms in summer, so expect sudden downpours even on clear mornings. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and walking shoes with grip, as cobblestones get slippery.
Live City Briefing — Belluno
- Belluno's main bus station (Piazzale della Stazione) finishes a year-long renovation in spring 2026, with new shelters and real-time info boards; expect some disruption to local Dolomites bus connections until April.
- The Nevegal ski area, 20 minutes by bus from Belluno, is opening a new summer zipline and mountain-bike trail network for June 2026 — good for active day-trippers.
- City-centre parking restrictions were tightened in 2025: non-residents can't park in the Piazza dei Martiri zone from 08:00 to 20:00; use the free Park & Ride at Via Bortoluzzi instead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Diana, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the internal courtyard (ask at check-in). This avoids the lift noise of the first floor and the street-level racket from Via Monte Grappa. Second floor is high enough for quietness but still reachable by the small lift with minimal wait.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the first floor – that’s directly next to the reception and the lift’s noisy mechanism. Also avoid rooms facing Via Monte Grappa: the street is a main road through Belluno with morning and evening traffic, and the single-glazed windows (common in 3-star hotels at this price) do little to block the noise.
Best views
The best view is from a room overlooking the internal courtyard. You’ll see the Dolomites peeking over the rooftops – not a full panorama, but a decent slice of the hills. Front-facing rooms just look at the opposite buildings and traffic.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors. The lift serves all three, but the top floor (third) is the quietest because it’s furthest from the lobby and street. However, the third floor may have slightly warmer rooms in summer due to roof exposure.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Monte Grappa is a main thoroughfare. There’s a bus stop 100m away, and the nearby Piazza dei Martiri gets tourist footfall and occasional bar noise until 11pm. Also, the lift is old and clatters on every floor. The side entrance ramp can clang if staff use the metal door.
Insider tips
1. For parking: use Parcheggio Stazione (€8/24h) right next to the train station – it’s a 50m walk and cheaper than any central garage. Don’t bother circling for street parking; it’s pay-and-display from 8am to 8pm. 2. Call the hotel two days before arrival to arrange the side entrance ramp (step-free access). They’ll need to unlock it remotely, otherwise you’ll have to use the main step entrance.
- 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 — Diana
Free Wi-Fi throughout – sufficient for email and streaming; one password per room, no separate tiers or time limits
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Corriere della Sera and Il Gazzettino printed copies in the lobby each morning; no digital newsstand or in-room newspapers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00 on request. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 until 16:00 half a night's rate (subject to availability), after 16:00 full night
Free for guests on arrival and departure day – left by reception desk; not locked but in sight of staff
Step-free access via a ramp at side entrance (call ahead to arrange door opening); lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Stazione (Piazzale Stazione Nuova), €1.50/hour, €8.00/24h, 50m from hotel. No EV charging on site or at the car park.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, applies to first 5 nights, not charged for under-14s
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit via credit card at booking; at check-in a €50 incidental hold is placed on your card.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots which charge poor rates and fees.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common, but keep cash for small purchases and market stalls.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for excellent service), leave small change for taxis, and a few euros for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter — around €1.10-1.30.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or street vendor — about €5-8.
Pizza or pasta main in a casual trattoria — roughly €10-14.
No dedicated street food scene; look for bakeries and delis in the historic centre for quick, cheap eats.
Supermarkets like Conad, Coop, and Lidl are common.
Belluno has a few high-street chains (e.g., OVS, Coin) in the centre; markets (like the one in Piazza dei Martiri) offer more affordable clothing.
Walking is best within the compact centre; for longer trips the urban bus day pass is around €3; from Venice airport take a direct bus (approx €20-25) or a regional train from Venezia Mestre to Belluno (around €12).
Eat lunch instead of dinner for cheaper set menus; fill a water bottle at public fountains; skip taxis and use buses or walk.
Good to know — Belluno
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Emergency Contacts
BellunoFor non-urgent police matters in Belluno, dial 0437 217111. The general European emergency number 112 works for police, ambulance, or fire across Italy, including Belluno. Save 118 for ambulance, 115 for fire. For mountain rescue (helicopter), call 112 and ask for Soccorso Alpino.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Belluno, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Diana
🕒 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 →Belluno Bus Station → Hotel De Marco (via Via Roma stop)
💡 Line 1 or 2. Validate your ticket on board—no validation means a €50 fine. Walk from the station is 15 minutes through the old town.
Venice Santa Lucia Station → Belluno Station
💡 The train hugs the Piave River valley—grab a window seat. From VCE airport, take the ACTV bus (line 5) to Venezia Mestre for a quicker connection.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the airport tabacchi or online. Validate your ticket on board or you'll risk a fine.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Casera Masetina
💡 Shared shuttles (e.g., Cortina Express) are cheaper but stop in Belluno town, not at the hotel. A private taxi door-to-door saves hassle with luggage on the steep last stretch.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the ATVO office in arrivals or via their app. Direct route, no changes needed. Sit on the left for Dolomite views.
Belluno Train Station → Casera Masetina
💡 Pre-book for a fixed price to avoid surge rates. Ask for Stefano — he knows the shortcuts up the hill.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Hotel De Marco
💡 Book 24h ahead for fixed rates. Ask for a car with ski rack if visiting in winter. Hotel De Marco has limited parking.
Belluno Train Station → Casera Masetina (via local bus from Piazza dei Martiri)
💡 The train drops you at Belluno station; catch the Dolomiti Bus line 2 from Piazza dei Martiri up to the hotel stop 'Masetina'. Only 4 stops.
Belluno Railway Station → Ostello 'La Casermetta' (Via del Bosco stop)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the tabacchi inside the station or the automated machine — cash only. The stop is right outside the Ostello's gate, saving you the hill climb.
Venice Mestre Bus Station → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Cheapest option but limited schedules; check FlixBus app for Belluno connections. Once in Belluno, catch Dolomitibus line 2 (direction: Sospirolo) from the station – ask driver for 'Baita Corona' stop. Single ticket €1.50, buy at tabacchi.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Belluno Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the ATVO kiosk outside arrivals, not online — same price but no booking fee. Bus drops you a 15-minute walk from the Ostello.
Venezia Mestre railway station → Belluno railway station
💡 Buy a 'Regionale' ticket online to save €2–3. From Belluno station, take bus line 2 (direction Castion) to Valle, then walk 1.2 km uphill. Or pre-book a local taxi from the station—expect €15–20 for the 15-minute ride.
Informazioni su Belluno
Wikipedia ↗
Belluno (Italian pronunciation: [belˈluːno] ; Ladin: Belum; Venetian: Belùn) is a town and province in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Located about 100 kilometres (62 miles) north of Venice, Belluno is the capital of the province of Belluno and the most important city in the Eastern Dolomites ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Diana?
Request a room on the second floor facing the internal courtyard (ask at check-in). This avoids the lift noise of the first floor and the street-level racket from Via Monte Grappa. Second floor is high enough for quietness but still reachable by the small lift with minimal wait.
Which rooms should I avoid at Diana?
Avoid any room on the first floor – that’s directly next to the reception and the lift’s noisy mechanism. Also avoid rooms facing Via Monte Grappa: the street is a main road through Belluno with morning and evening traffic, and the single-glazed windows (common in 3-star hotels at this price) do little to block the noise.
Is Diana noisy?
Via Monte Grappa is a main thoroughfare. There’s a bus stop 100m away, and the nearby Piazza dei Martiri gets tourist footfall and occasional bar noise until 11pm. Also, the lift is old and clatters on every floor. The side entrance ramp can clang if staff use the metal door.
Which rooms have the best views at Diana?
The best view is from a room overlooking the internal courtyard. You’ll see the Dolomites peeking over the rooftops – not a full panorama, but a decent slice of the hills. Front-facing rooms just look at the opposite buildings and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Diana?
1. For parking: use Parcheggio Stazione (€8/24h) right next to the train station – it’s a 50m walk and cheaper than any central garage. Don’t bother circling for street parking; it’s pay-and-display from 8am to 8pm. 2. Call the hotel two days before arrival to arrange the side entrance ramp (step-free access). They’ll need to unlock it remotely, otherwise you’ll have to use the main step entrance.
What time is check-in at Diana?
Check-in at Diana is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Diana have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout – sufficient for email and streaming; one password per room, no separate tiers or time limits
Is there a city or tourist tax at Diana?
€2.50 per person per night, applies to first 5 nights, not charged for under-14s
Where can I eat cheaply near Diana?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or street vendor — about €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Diana?
Walking is best within the compact centre; for longer trips the urban bus day pass is around €3; from Venice airport take a direct bus (approx €20-25) or a regional train from Venezia Mestre to Belluno (around €12).
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
June and September: warm, sunny days for hiking the nearby Dolomites, with wildflowers in the meadows or autumn colours; crowds are moderate because school holidays haven't peaked in June or have ended in September.
Principali attrazioni a Belluno
💡 Tuesday afternoon at 17:00 – retired locals play cards and tell stories in dialect. They'll welcome polite observers. Don't ask for Wi-Fi; this is a phone-down zone.
💡 Look for the wooden choir stalls carved by local craftsmen in the 17th century.
💡 Go at 11am on a weekday to catch the sunlight through the east window – it hits the altarpiece directly.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Check the temporary exhibitions in the cloister.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €5 for adults — still a bargain. Allow 1-2 hours.
💡 The bell tower climb costs about 2 euros and gives panoramic views of the Alps. Check the cathedral's timetable for mass times—if you go during mass, enter quietly and sit at the back.
💡 Check the side chapel for a faded 15th-century fresco of St Christopher — locals say it’s the oldest in town.
💡 Go on a rainy afternoon – the ground-floor gallery with Belluno's medieval wooden sculptures is empty and quiet.