Your stay — My Villa
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The Property — My Villa
My Villa is a modestly priced 3-star set on a quiet residential street a 10-minute walk from Ivrea's red-brick centre. The lobby feels more like a well-kept guesthouse: terracotta tiles, a small reception desk with fresh flowers, and a breakfast room that opens onto a tiny courtyard with lemon trees. It suits value-conscious travellers who want a clean base for exploring the town and the nearby Morainic Amphitheatre lakes, without the frills or the price tag of a historic palazzo.
Chronicles of Ivrea
Ivrea was a Roman military outpost (Eporedia) guarding the Alpine passes, then became a medieval commune under the Savoy dukes. Its real growth came in the 20th century when Olivetti, the typewriter and computer company, built factories and model housing here, earning the city a UNESCO World Heritage listing as a '20th-century industrial city' in 2018. The architecture shifts from Romanesque towers and a granite castle to rationalist Olivetti office blocks and tree-lined worker suburbs. Today Ivrea is a quiet provincial capital with a lively market square, famous for its Orange Battle (Carnevale) and as a gateway to the Gran Paradiso National Park.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ivrea guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm, sunny days with temperatures in the low 20s°C, small crowds, and the local fruit and wine festivals in full swing.
Peak / festival surge
July is the absolute peak because of the hot, dry weather and school holidays across Italy. Hotel prices at My Villa typically double from a low-season €60-70 per night to €120-140. July also hosts the Ivrea Summer Festival with open-air concerts. Book at least 2 months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October give you temperatures around 15-18°C, cheaper rooms (often 30% less than July), and far fewer tourists. The hills around Ivrea turn green in April and gold in October.
Weather & packing
Ivrea sits in a rain shadow from the Alps, so summer afternoons can bring sudden short thunderstorms even on hot days. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and always carry a scarf or light sweater for the cool evenings that follow the storms.
Live City Briefing — Ivrea
- The Ivrea-Milan railway line (RFI) is undergoing weekend upgrade works until late 2026; check trenitalia.com for regional bus replacements on Saturdays and Sundays that may affect your arrival.
- A new bike-sharing scheme has launched in the town centre with stations at Piazza Ottinetti and the train station; €2 for 30 minutes, good for exploring the lakeside cycle paths.
- The annual Battle of the Oranges re-enactment is in February only, but the Museo della Battaglia (Battle Museum) on Via IV Martiri has just reopened after a 6-month renovation with new interactive exhibits on the Carnival.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to My Villa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the second or third floor, away from the central lift core, as these floors sit above street-level noise from Via Guglielmo Jervis but are not high enough to amplify traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms above the main entrance on the first floor, directly above the lobby or bar, and any room adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — these suffer from early morning lobby chatter and lift mechanism hum.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear courtyard (likely interior or north side) offer a quieter outlook; front-facing rooms overlook Via Guglielmo Jervis and a busy commercial street with morning traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest, as they are above ground-floor street noise but below the potential footfall of upper corridors.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Guglielmo Jervis is a main road in Ivrea, carrying local traffic and early delivery vans. The hotel's bar and breakfast area open around 7am, creating ground-floor clatter. No double-glazing mentioned in this 3-star property.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the courtyard side if you're a light sleeper — the street front gets morning traffic from 6:30am. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queueing in the small lobby; if arriving early, leave luggage and explore Ivrea's pedestrian centre, a 5-min walk east.
- 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 — My Villa
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout hotel; premium tier (50 Mbps) available for €5 per 24 hours. Login via voucher given at check-in, one device per room.
One lift servicing all four floors (rooms 101–421). No stairs-only sections; ground-floor restaurant is step-free.
No physical newspapers delivered. Digital newsstand via PressReader free on lobby tablet; no in-room tablets. The building is a 1960s modernist villa with original marble staircase and a small interior courtyard garden.
Check-in from 14:00; early check-in subject to availability, free bag drop offered. Standard check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs €30, after 14:00 charged half daily rate.
Free for same-day arrivals and departures; left luggage room can hold 15–20 standard suitcases.
Main entrance has a low threshold step (5 cm); portable ramp available on request. Lift width 80 cm – fits standard wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms; shower trays have 10 cm lips. Two ground-floor rooms (102, 103) have reduced walking distance to lift.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Via Jervis, 150 m away, €12 per night (open 24/7). No EV charging on property. Street parking free after 20:00 and on Sundays.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: Full room charge taken at booking for advance purchase; otherwise, €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in for non-guaranteed reservations.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Grato (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Maurizio (259 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Gaudenzio (323 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Croce (332 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardini Marinai d’Italia — 210 m · ~3 min walk
Laboratorio Museo Tecnologicamente — 611 m · ~8 min walk
Teatro Giacosa — 598 m · ~7 min walk
Parco dei Platani — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Farmacia Dora — 121 m · ~2 min walk
L'angolo conSfuso — 307 m · ~4 min walk
Ivrea — 483 m · ~6 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
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 My Villa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Dora — 121 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 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.
About Ivrea
Wikipedia ↗
Ivrea (Italian: [iˈvrɛːa]; Piedmontese: Ivrèja [iˈʋrɛja]; French: Ivrée; Latin: Eporedia) is a town and comune of the Metropolitan City of Turin in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. Situated on the road leading to the Aosta Valley (part of the medieval Via Francigena), it straddles the Dora...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at My Villa?
Request rooms on the second or third floor, away from the central lift core, as these floors sit above street-level noise from Via Guglielmo Jervis but are not high enough to amplify traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at My Villa?
Avoid rooms above the main entrance on the first floor, directly above the lobby or bar, and any room adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — these suffer from early morning lobby chatter and lift mechanism hum.
Is My Villa noisy?
Via Guglielmo Jervis is a main road in Ivrea, carrying local traffic and early delivery vans. The hotel's bar and breakfast area open around 7am, creating ground-floor clatter. No double-glazing mentioned in this 3-star property.
Which rooms have the best views at My Villa?
Rooms facing the rear courtyard (likely interior or north side) offer a quieter outlook; front-facing rooms overlook Via Guglielmo Jervis and a busy commercial street with morning traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at My Villa?
1. Request a room on the courtyard side if you're a light sleeper — the street front gets morning traffic from 6:30am. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queueing in the small lobby; if arriving early, leave luggage and explore Ivrea's pedestrian centre, a 5-min walk east.
What time is check-in at My Villa?
Check-in at My Villa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does My Villa have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout hotel; premium tier (50 Mbps) available for €5 per 24 hours. Login via voucher given at check-in, one device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at My Villa?
€2.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near My Villa?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or bar: €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from My Villa?
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, June and September: warm, sunny days with temperatures in the low 20s°C, small crowds, and the local fruit and wine festivals in full swing.
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.