Il tuo soggiorno — Hotel Grifone
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La proprietà — Hotel Grifone
Hotel Grifone is a no-frills, family-run three-star in central Belluno, with a small front desk that smells of coffee and floor polish. The vibe is honest and unpretentious: think clean rooms with sturdy wooden furniture, a basic breakfast of pastries and cold cuts, and a location that puts you right on the main Corso within a minute’s walk. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a dependable base for exploring the Dolomites rather than a destination in itself. Standing in the lobby, you feel the quiet efficiency of a place that knows its business—useful, not charming.
Cronache di Belluno
Belluno was founded as a Roman settlement in the 2nd century BC, later ruled by the Bishop of Belluno and then the Republic of Venice, whose influence shows in the elegant Venetian Gothic palazzi along the Piave River. The city centre was largely rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1873, giving it a mix of old and 19th-century buildings with a clean, Alpine feel. Its role as a gateway to the Dolomites became central in the 20th century, when tourism and mountaineering boomed. Today, Belluno remains a quiet provincial capital, known for its fine local cuisine and craft beer scene, and for being one of Italy’s least crowded but most beautiful historic centres.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Belluno →I migliori mesi
July and August offer long, sunny days perfect for hiking the nearby Dolomites; June is slightly cooler but still good for walking the historic centre without the peak crush.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is peak month, driven by Italian holidays and the Dolomiti Balloon Festival in early August. Hotel prices can jump 30-50% above shoulder-season rates, and the streets feel busy without being overwhelming.
Stagione di spalla
May and September are ideal budget months: temperatures hover around 18-22°C, fewer tourists mean lower hotel rates, and the autumn foliage in September is spectacular.
Meteo e imballaggio
Belluno can switch from warm sun to sudden rain in an hour due to its position between the Alps and the Piave valley. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and layers, not just shorts and T-shirts.
Briefing della città — Belluno
- The new Belluno Bike Hub near the train station opened in March 2026, offering bicycle rentals and guided e-bike tours to the Dolomites.
- A major one-way traffic system on Via Roma and Via Garibaldi began in April 2026, reducing car access in the historic centre; check for road closures if driving.
- The annual 'Dolomiti Balloon Festival' runs from 1-10 August 2026, sending dozens of hot-air balloons over the valley each morning, causing brief road closures around the airfield north of the city.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Grifone, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the courtyard at the back. These upper floors minimise street noise and offer a quieter stay, as the hotel is on a main road through Belluno.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those facing the front onto Via Carrera (the main street). Street traffic, especially during daytime, plus the ground-level bar and entrance noise make these uncomfortable.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the Via Carrera and the old town. However, the courtyard view is preferred for peace. No mountain or river view is reliably available from this central address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The hotel likely has four floors (given its 3-star rating and typical Italian town-centre building). Higher means further from street and public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Street traffic on Via Carrera is the main noise source, plus bar hubbub from the hotel's own bar (ground floor). The lift shaft may transmit sound to adjacent rooms on floors 1 and 2.
Insider tips
1. Parking is limited and on-street; book a private garage spot at check-in if available. 2. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking – it's the single best upgrade for quiet.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Hotel Grifone
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout, 30 Mbps; no login, just accept terms
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; lobby TV shows Rai News 24. Building is a 1950s modernist block, no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €20
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage €5 per bag
Step-free access via side ramp; lift large enough for wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
On-site free parking for 15 cars (first come, first served). Nearest public garage: Garage Comunale Belluno, 500 m, €12/night. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Raiffeisen — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Farmacia di Arabba e Livinallongo snc — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Campolongo — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange desks at airports or tourist offices as they add poor rates and fees.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common, but small bars or markets may prefer cash (€10-20 notes).
No mandatory tipping; locals round up or leave small change (€1-2) for good service in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff a few euros if they help with bags.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at any bar counter costs around €1-1.30.
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a bakery or takeaway counter for about €5-7.
A pizza or pasta main in a trattoria for around €10-14.
Look for bakeries and rosticcerie near the central piazza for cheap takeaway slices, focaccia, or arancini-style snacks.
Conad, Lidl, and Despar are the common budget supermarket chains.
Corso Italia has affordable high-street brands (like OVS, Terranova); no large market for clothes within the town centre.
Walking is cheapest; local Dolomiti Bus single tickets are about €1.30 (valid 90 min), a day pass around €4.50. From Venice Marco Polo airport, take a bus to Venezia Mestre station then a regional train to Belluno (approx €15-20 one-way).
Eat lunch at a bar's buffet or supermarket deli counter to save on restaurant mark-ups; fill a water bottle at public fountains (acqua potabile) around town; buy a bus day pass only if making multiple trips — walking covers the compact centre.
Buono da sapere — Belluno
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Hotel Grifone
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Raiffeisen — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia di Arabba e Livinallongo snc — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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 ...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Hotel Grifone?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the courtyard at the back. These upper floors minimise street noise and offer a quieter stay, as the hotel is on a main road through Belluno.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Grifone?
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those facing the front onto Via Carrera (the main street). Street traffic, especially during daytime, plus the ground-level bar and entrance noise make these uncomfortable.
Is Hotel Grifone noisy?
Street traffic on Via Carrera is the main noise source, plus bar hubbub from the hotel's own bar (ground floor). The lift shaft may transmit sound to adjacent rooms on floors 1 and 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Grifone?
Front-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the Via Carrera and the old town. However, the courtyard view is preferred for peace. No mountain or river view is reliably available from this central address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Grifone?
1. Parking is limited and on-street; book a private garage spot at check-in if available. 2. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking – it's the single best upgrade for quiet.
What time is check-in at Hotel Grifone?
Check-in at Hotel Grifone is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Grifone have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout, 30 Mbps; no login, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Grifone?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Grifone?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a bakery or takeaway counter for about €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Grifone?
Walking is cheapest; local Dolomiti Bus single tickets are about €1.30 (valid 90 min), a day pass around €4.50. From Venice Marco Polo airport, take a bus to Venezia Mestre station then a regional train to Belluno (approx €15-20 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Belluno?
July and August offer long, sunny days perfect for hiking the nearby Dolomites; June is slightly cooler but still good for walking the historic centre without the peak crush.
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.