🇮🇹 Ivrea, Italy
Ca' Matilde
📍 Via Cantone Getto, 45, 10015 Ivrea TO, Italy
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ca' Matilde
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The Property — Ca' Matilde
Ca' Matilde is a compact, family-run three-star in Ivrea's historic core, a five-minute walk from the Piazza di Città. The lobby feels like a cluttered sitting room: a few armchairs, a small reception desk, and the owner often around to hand you a map. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, central base without frills—no restaurant, but breakfast is a simple buffet in a ground-floor room. The USP is location and quiet: the street is pedestrian-only at night, so you get the medieval tangle without the bar noise.
Chronicles of Ivrea
Ivrea was founded as a Roman garrison town (Eporedia) in the 1st century BC, guarding trade routes over the Alps. It later became a Lombard duchy, then a free commune under the Savoy. Its defining moment came in 1908 when Camillo Olivetti built the first Italian typewriter factory here, and for most of the 20th century the city was a single-company town—Olivetti. The architecture is a strange, beautiful mix of medieval towers, rationalist industrial buildings, and the brutalist concrete of the 1960s Olivetti research centre. Today it's a quiet provincial manufacturing hub, but its low-key cultural identity still orbits that industrial heritage and the annual Battle of the Oranges.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ivrea guide →Best months
May and September: warm enough for outdoor cafés and walks along the Dora Baltea, but before/after the summer heat and tourist peaks. June is also good, though the Orange Battle crowds can make it chaotic.
Peak / festival surge
Late June to early July, during the Ivrea Orange Battle (Carnevale di Ivrea in February, but the main historical re-enactment gets a summer echo in June). Prices for a standard double at Ca' Matilde can jump from €80 to €120. The big draw is the riverfront events and the historical pageants.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cooler but still sunny, with fewer visitors. Room rates drop to €60–70. The foliage along the Dora is lovely in October, and you get the town to yourself.
Weather & packing
Ivrea sits in a rain shadow near the Alps, so summers are often sunnier than nearby Turin, but thunderstorms can roll in fast from the mountains. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable walking shoes—the cobbled streets and hilly medieval lanes are unforgiving in flip-flops.
Live City Briefing — Ivrea
- The Ivrea–Turin railway line is undergoing maintenance June–August 2026, with some weekend closures and replacement buses—check Trenitalia for specific dates around your stay.
- Yolanda’s, a new pizzeria-al-forno on Via Palestro, opened in March 2026 and has good reviews for its thin-crust style—worth an evening meal a short walk from the hotel.
- The city’s public fountains (including the one in Piazza di Città) are turned off for maintenance in late June each year, so carry a reusable bottle with tap water from your room.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ca' Matilde, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor to minimize the need to use the stairs and to be closer to the lift, which serves all three floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift or stairs, as the entrance to the hotel has two steps, which may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no specific view options mentioned in the data, but rooms on the higher floors (first or second) might offer a slightly better view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
The first and second floors are likely to be quieter, as they are away from the street and lift noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests should be aware of potential street noise on Via Cantone Getto, which may be a concern for light sleepers. Additionally, the lack of on-site parking and the need to use a nearby garage may add to the overall noise level.
Insider tips
Consider booking the Garage Olivetti nearby for secure parking, as the free street parking can be full and unsecured. If you have mobility issues, inform the hotel in advance to see if they can accommodate your needs, as the entrance and lift may not be suitable for everyone.
- 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 — Ca' Matilde
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down (fine for email and browsing); no login password required.
Small passenger lift serves all three floors; stairs also available.
No physical newspapers; free digital access to local news via hotel tablet in lobby. Building has original 18th-century wooden beams and a stone staircase.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00 (late arrivals by arrangement); early bag drop free from 11:00. Late check-out until 12:00 for €20 if available.
Free storage in locked luggage room after check-out or before check-in.
No step-free entrance (two steps into lobby); lift fits standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails. Not ideal for guests with mobility issues.
No on-site parking; free street parking nearby (unsecured, often full). Closest public garage: Garage Olivetti, Via Dora Baltea 4, €15 per 24h. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Bernardo Abate (666 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa antica di San Bernardo (701 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange desks that charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common. Cash still needed for small purchases or market stalls.
Tipping not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff no tip needed.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: around €1.20-1.50.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or bar: €5-8.
Pizza or pasta main in a trattoria/pizzeria: €10-14.
Look for bakeries or bars selling arancini, focaccia, or tramezzini on central streets like Via Arduino or Piazza Ottinetti.
Conad, Lidl, and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in the Ivrea area.
Affordable high-street shopping on Corso Nigra and Via Palestro, with chains like OVS or Coin; also Saturday market on Piazza della Repubblica.
Walk or use local bus day pass (€2-3). From Turin airport (TRN) take SADEM bus to Ivrea (€5-7), cheapest option.
Eat at bar counters for coffee/light meals to avoid table service charges. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist spots. Visit on a Saturday for the open-air market for fresh produce and good deals.
Good to know — Ivrea
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Emergency Contacts
IvreaIn Italy, 112 is the single European emergency number that connects to police, ambulance, or fire services. For non-urgent police matters in Ivrea, call the local Carabinieri station at +39 0125 64122.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ivrea, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ca' Matilde
🕒 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 →Ivrea Station → Via Jervis (near Hotel La Villa)
💡 Take line 1 or 2 from the station forecourt. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard. The 'Jervis' stop is two blocks from the hotel. No Sunday service.
Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) → Ivrea Bus Station
💡 Direct bus to Ivrea runs from outside arrivals. Buy a return ticket at the airport tabacchi—cheaper than onboard. From the bus station, Hotel La Villa is a 10-minute walk uphill.
Turin Porta Nuova → Ivrea Station
💡 Get off at Ivrea station, not Strambino. The hotel is a 15-minute walk northwest along Via Circonvallazione. Avoid peak 08:00–09:00 trains—standees only.
Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) → Hotel La Villa, Ivrea
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Noleggio con Conducente Ivrea for fixed rates. Metered taxis from the airport queue can cost more in traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ca' Matilde?
Request a room on the first or second floor to minimize the need to use the stairs and to be closer to the lift, which serves all three floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ca' Matilde?
Avoid rooms near the lift or stairs, as the entrance to the hotel has two steps, which may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues.
Is Ca' Matilde noisy?
Guests should be aware of potential street noise on Via Cantone Getto, which may be a concern for light sleepers. Additionally, the lack of on-site parking and the need to use a nearby garage may add to the overall noise level.
Which rooms have the best views at Ca' Matilde?
Unfortunately, there are no specific view options mentioned in the data, but rooms on the higher floors (first or second) might offer a slightly better view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Ca' Matilde?
Consider booking the Garage Olivetti nearby for secure parking, as the free street parking can be full and unsecured. If you have mobility issues, inform the hotel in advance to see if they can accommodate your needs, as the entrance and lift may not be suitable for everyone.
What time is check-in at Ca' Matilde?
Check-in at Ca' Matilde is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ca' Matilde have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down (fine for email and browsing); no login password required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ca' Matilde?
€2.00 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ca' Matilde?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or bar: €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ca' Matilde?
Walk or use local bus day pass (€2-3). From Turin airport (TRN) take SADEM bus to Ivrea (€5-7), cheapest option.
When is the best time to visit Ivrea?
May and September: warm enough for outdoor cafés and walks along the Dora Baltea, but before/after the summer heat and tourist peaks. June is also good, though the Orange Battle crowds can make it chaotic.
Top Attractions in Ivrea
💡 Climb the Torre dei Balvicio (open Saturdays, €2) for a panoramic view—otherwise stick to ground-level wanderings.
💡 Start at Piazza Ottinetti and follow the numbered plaques on the pavement—self-guided maps are free from the tourist office there.
💡 Walk around the back to see the moat and old drawbridge mechanism—most visitors stop at the front gate.
💡 Best in late spring when the wisteria pergola is in full bloom—it's a favourite local spot for wedding photos.
💡 Bring insect repellent in summer months; the shaded northern shore has fewer people but more mosquitoes.