🇮🇹 Parma, Italy
Principe
📍 Viale Romagnosi, 22, Salsomaggiore Terme, 43039
Photo: official website
Il tuo soggiorno — Principe
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La proprietà — Principe
The Principe is a straightforward, business-oriented 3-star hotel near Parma's train station and the city centre. Its lobby is compact and functional, with marble floors and a small seating area, aiming for efficiency over charm. It suits visitors who want a clean, no-fuss base within walking distance of the historic centre and don't mind a slightly outdated, corporate-style interior. The main draw is the reasonable price for a central location in a small city.
Cronache di Parma
Parma was founded by the Romans in 183 BCE as a colony on the Via Aemilia, later becoming a strategic Lombard duchy and then a centre of the Farnese dynasty in the 16th century. Its architectural character is a blend of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque, dominated by the octagonal baptistery and the Teatro Regio opera house from 1829. After unification with Italy, Parma grew as an agricultural and food-processing hub, cementing its modern identity around Parmigiano-Reggiano and prosciutto. Its cultural life revolves around Verdi's music, the annual Verdi Festival, and a quiet, prosperous civic pride.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Parma →I migliori mesi
May and September offer warm, pleasant weather (20-25°C) with fewer tourists than July-August. June is also good for the start of summer produce.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak because of the Verdi Festival (usually late June to July) and general summer travel. Hotel prices, including the Principe, can be 20-30% higher. The city feels livelier but busier.
Stagione di spalla
April and October are the best shoulder months: mild temperatures (12-18°C), lower prices, and significantly fewer tourists, especially midweek.
Meteo e imballaggio
Parma's climate in July is hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms. Pack light cottons plus a compact umbrella.
Briefing della città — Parma
- Parma's main train station (Parma Centrale) is undergoing platform upgrades through summer 2026, causing occasional delays; check your connection online before travel.
- The 2026 Verdi Festival runs from 24 June to 19 July, meaning the Teatro Regio area will be busy and some streets closed for outdoor performances.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Mazzini, near the Duomo, is now permanent, making it easier to walk from the Principe to major sights.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Principe, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These are higher up, away from street-level noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than Viale Romagnosi.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor or facing Viale Romagnosi. First floor gets noise from the lobby and street; the front side is exposed to traffic on a main road into Salsomaggiore Terme.
Best views
Rooms facing Viale Romagnosi give a view of the tree-lined avenue and surrounding hills — decent for a 3-star. Courtyard rooms have a quieter outlook but less character.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they're above street level and away from ground-floor activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Romagnosi is a main thoroughfare into the spa town, so traffic noise is noticeable on the front side, especially morning and early evening. The hotel has a lift, which can cause vibration in adjacent rooms on floors 1 and 2.
Insider tips
1) If driving, ask for parking info at check-in — the hotel may have a deal with a nearby garage (street parking is limited). 2) Request a room on floor 4 for the best balance of quiet and view, and specify 'courtyard side' if you're sensitive to noise.
- 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 — Principe
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed about 15 Mbps download; no login required, password printed on key card envelope
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code at reception; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00 (bag drop from 12:00); late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged €30 per hour
Free storage before check-in and after check-out; luggage left in a locked room off the lobby
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance (ask reception to open); no adapted guest rooms; lift is narrow (door width 70 cm)
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Garage Terme at Viale Romagnosi 4, €15 per night; no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night for up to 5 nights, excluding children under 14
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; €50 incidental hold per stay on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa di San Bartolomeo (491 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Vitale (538 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Antonio (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Ausiliatrice (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Parco Corazza — 123 m · ~2 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
UniCredit Bank — 409 m · ~5 min walk
Farmacia internazionale — 57 m · ~1 min walk
Salsomaggiore Terme — 944 m · ~12 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations or tourist offices, which typically add poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work in most places. Carry some cash for smaller bars or markets.
Tipping is not expected; rounding up a few euros or leaving 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants is appreciated. Taxi drivers don't generally expect a tip; hotel staff may receive a euro or two for carrying bags.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar costs about €1.00–€1.20; sitting down doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery/takeaway with a drink costs around €6–€8.
A pizza or pasta main course in a modest trattoria runs €10–€15.
Look for bakeries and rotisserie shops selling focaccia, arancini, or roasted meat roll-ups (porchetta) around main piazzas.
Budget supermarket chains include Conad, Coop, and Eurospin.
Discount high-street brands can be found along Via Roma or at the weekly market (if one is set up in the square).
A local bus day pass costs around €3.50; from Parma airport, take the TEP bus line (about €2–€3) instead of a taxi.
1. Have your coffee at the bar counter, not a table. 2. Buy water and snacks at a supermarket rather than a bar. 3. Look for set lunch menus (menu del giorno) at trattorias, often cheaper than ordering a secondo.
Buono da sapere — Parma
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
ParmaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Parma, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Principe
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UniCredit Bank — 409 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia internazionale — 57 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Parma Railway Station → Via Brescianelli (near Ostello Della Gioventù)
💡 Get a single ticket at any tabacchi or TEP kiosk for €1.50. Valid for 70 minutes, so you can change buses if needed. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the 'Via Brescianelli' stop.
Bologna Airport to Parma → Parma city centre (including Ostello Della Gioventù area)
💡 Best for groups of 3–4 to split the cost. Confirm price before starting the ride. Use the app 'Parma Taxi' or call +39 0521 964 964. The hostel is on Via Brescianelli – drivers know it.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Parma Railway Station (Piazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa)
💡 Buy tickets at the TEP booth in arrivals or the ticket machine outside the station. Validate before boarding. The bus drops you right at the station, then it's a 15-minute walk or a short bus hop to Ostello Della Gioventù.
Bologna Centrale → Parma Station
💡 Train is faster if you're already in Bologna city centre. Get off at Parma Station, then take bus Line 9 (towards Via Zarotto) or walk 15 minutes northeast to the hostel.
Informazioni su Parma
Wikipedia ↗
Parma (Italian: [ˈparma] ; Parmigiano: Pärma [ˈpɛːʁmɐ]) is a city in the region of Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy, known for its architecture, music, art, prosciutto (ham), cheese and surrounding countryside. With a population of 202,111 inhabitants as of 2025, Parma is the second most populous ci...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Principe?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These are higher up, away from street-level noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than Viale Romagnosi.
Which rooms should I avoid at Principe?
Avoid rooms on the first floor or facing Viale Romagnosi. First floor gets noise from the lobby and street; the front side is exposed to traffic on a main road into Salsomaggiore Terme.
Is Principe noisy?
Viale Romagnosi is a main thoroughfare into the spa town, so traffic noise is noticeable on the front side, especially morning and early evening. The hotel has a lift, which can cause vibration in adjacent rooms on floors 1 and 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Principe?
Rooms facing Viale Romagnosi give a view of the tree-lined avenue and surrounding hills — decent for a 3-star. Courtyard rooms have a quieter outlook but less character.
What are insider tips for staying at Principe?
1) If driving, ask for parking info at check-in — the hotel may have a deal with a nearby garage (street parking is limited). 2) Request a room on floor 4 for the best balance of quiet and view, and specify 'courtyard side' if you're sensitive to noise.
What time is check-in at Principe?
Check-in at Principe is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Principe have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed about 15 Mbps download; no login required, password printed on key card envelope
Is there a city or tourist tax at Principe?
€1.50 per person per night for up to 5 nights, excluding children under 14
Where can I eat cheaply near Principe?
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery/takeaway with a drink costs around €6–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Principe?
A local bus day pass costs around €3.50; from Parma airport, take the TEP bus line (about €2–€3) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Parma?
May and September offer warm, pleasant weather (20-25°C) with fewer tourists than July-August. June is also good for the start of summer produce.
Principali attrazioni a Parma
💡 Walk around the entire building to see the reliefs of the months and seasons — each panel tells a story.
💡 Book ahead online for free Sunday visits — slots fill fast. The vaulted ceiling fresco glows best in late morning light.
💡 Get there by 9am to beat the crowds. Try a slice of freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano from the dairy stall.
💡 The benches near the lake have the best views of the palazzo. Bring bread for the ducks.
💡 Arrive just before the hour to hear the campanile bells ring — they echo across the piazza.