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Al Glicine

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부동산 — Al Glicine

Al Glicine is a calm, family-run three-star on the edge of Parma's historic centre. The lobby smells of fresh coffee and beeswax; the staff remember returning guests by name. Rooms are simple but spotless, with proper shutters that block out the summer morning light. It suits travellers who want a quiet base within walking distance of the duomo and opera house, not a boutique design statement.

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Parma 연대기

Parma was founded by the Etruscans around the 4th century BC and became a Roman colony in 183 BC. Its medieval core took shape under the Canossa family, then flourished under the Farnese dukes in the 16th–18th centuries, who built the Palazzo della Pilotta and the Teatro Farnese. Napoleon's second wife Marie Louise turned Parma into a refined mini-capital in the 1810s, leaving boulevards and neoclassical villas. Today it's a wealthy food-and-music city, home to the Teatro Regio opera house, the University of Parma and the triennial Verdi Festival.

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최고의 달

May and September: mild temperatures (18-25°C), long daylight, few tourist crowds. June is also good but can get hot by late month.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

October: the annual Verdi Festival (usually late September through late October) fills hotels with opera lovers. Prices at Al Glicine can double from the July rate. Consider booking by February if you want a room.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

April and November: low season, big discounts (30-50% off peak), cooler weather (8-15°C) but still pleasant for walking. November has rain but no festival crowds.

날씨 & 포장

Parma in July is reliably hot and humid, with afternoon highs around 30°C and occasional thunderstorms. Pack one light long-sleeve shirt and a light jacket for evenings, but bring two pairs of walking shoes in case one gets soaked in a sudden downpour.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Parma

  • The Parma trolleybus line 4 (connecting the station to the Ospedale Maggiore) is suspended for maintenance until late August; take bus 3 or walk from the station to the hotel (20 minutes).
  • The Galleria Nazionale di Parma (inside Palazzo della Pilotta) has reopened its Carracci room after a two-year restoration; check for timed-entry slots online.
  • Parma's weekly market on Piazza Ghiaia is moving to the Parco Ducale for July 2026 due to renovation work on the square – expect more shade but fewer fish stalls.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Al Glicine, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. Less footfall from the lobby, and solid building structure above usually dampens any street-level restaurant noise in the evening.

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Rooms to avoid

Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor (ground floor in Italian numbering) or those directly above the entrance — you’ll hear street-side door slams and early delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms at the rear near the lift shaft if you’re a light sleeper.

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Best views

Upper-floor rooms (4th floor) at the front may overlook a piazza or pedestrianised strip – pleasant but not silent. For a proper view, ask for a room with a window onto the inner courtyard; you’ll see rooftops and church towers rather than a car park.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 and 4 consistently quieter — away from the breakfast room, reception, and typical street racket from Parma’s narrow medieval streets.

🔊 Noise notes

Parma’s centre is compact. Al Glicine sits in a dense residential/commercial zone. Expect occasional scooter and delivery van noise from 7am. Breakfast rush between 8-9:30 can echo up from the ground floor. The lift motor is audible in adjacent rooms — so avoid rooms labelled ‘lift side’ if possible.

Insider tips

1) If arriving by car, ask reception about the hotel’s own reserved parking or a nearby garage — street parking is scarce and often restricted to residents. 2) Request a room on a higher floor (3 or 4) at booking, even if you have to pay a small supplement — the quiet and view make it worth it.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Al Glicine

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Wi-Fi

Free WiFi throughout premises; no login or password needed—auto connects. Speed around 15 Mbps down, enough for HD streaming for 2–3 devices. No paid premium tier.

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Lift / Elevator

One small lift serves all three guest floors (building from 1970s, single block). No stair-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary newspapers. No PressReader or FT. No historic building quirks—standard modern structure.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00–00:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €20 (subject to availability; book by 22:00 prior day).

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage inside lobby cloakroom before check-in and after check-out; no locked cage but monitored.

Accessibility

Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift suitable for wheelchairs. Some ground-floor rooms available on request. No specialist facilities (hearing loops etc.).

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Parking

Free on-site private parking for 12 cars, first-come basis (no reservation). Nearest public car park: Parcheggio dello Stadio, Via Pizzolungo, 200 m away, €0.80/hour, max €8/day. No EV charging.

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (applicable to all guests over 14 years)

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. At check-in, a €50 incidental hold on credit card.

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist offices.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; cash is still useful for small purchases and market stalls.

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Tipping etiquette

Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill at restaurants, leave a couple of euros for taxis, and tip hotel staff a few euros for service.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Espresso at a bar counter: around €1–1.20.

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Best-value lunch

Pasta or gnocco fritto with salumi at a local trattoria: around €10–15.

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Affordable dinner

A main course of stuffed pasta or grilled meat: about €15–20.

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Street food & cheap eats

Look for torta fritta or panini with prosciutto near the central market or along Via Farini.

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Budget groceries

Conad, Coop, and Lidl are common budget chains in residential areas.

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Affordable clothes

Via Mazzini and the area around Piazza della Pace have affordable high-street brands.

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Cheapest way around

Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 90 minutes); day pass about €5. From the airport, take the TEP bus (line 6) into central Parma for a few euros.

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Money-saving tips

Eat at lunch instead of dinner for cheaper menu del giorno specials. Fill a water bottle at Parma's public fountains instead of buying bottled water. Walk or cycle between the historic centre and Oltretorrente to save on transport.

아는 것이 좋다 — Parma

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Plugs & power

Type C/F/L · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Parma
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Police
112
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Dial 112 for any emergency (police, ambulance, fire) in Italy. For non-urgent police matters, call 113. For medical advice (non-emergency), call 118.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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DUC - Lunch and Coffee Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Trattoria Le Viole Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
La certosa fish;pizza
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Romani Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Tirolesina pizza;fish
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Bar/Tratoria Zafferano Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Il veliero pizza;fish
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
Time Caffee Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Parma, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Al Glicine

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

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TEP City Line 9 1.50

Parma Railway Station → Via Brescianelli (near Ostello Della Gioventù)

12 min · Every 15–20 minutes · 06:00–21:00

💡 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.

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Parma Taxi Cooperative (Radiotaxi) 100

Bologna Airport to Parma → Parma city centre (including Ostello Della Gioventù area)

50 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 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.

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TEP Airport Shuttle Line 6 8

Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Parma Railway Station (Piazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa)

50 min · Every 30 minutes · 05:30–23:30

💡 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.

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Trenitalia Regionale Veloce 9

Bologna Centrale → Parma Station

55 min · Every 30–60 minutes · 05:00–23:00

💡 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.

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자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at Al Glicine?

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. Less footfall from the lobby, and solid building structure above usually dampens any street-level restaurant noise in the evening.

Which rooms should I avoid at Al Glicine?

Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor (ground floor in Italian numbering) or those directly above the entrance — you’ll hear street-side door slams and early delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms at the rear near the lift shaft if you’re a light sleeper.

Is Al Glicine noisy?

Parma’s centre is compact. Al Glicine sits in a dense residential/commercial zone. Expect occasional scooter and delivery van noise from 7am. Breakfast rush between 8-9:30 can echo up from the ground floor. The lift motor is audible in adjacent rooms — so avoid rooms labelled ‘lift side’ if possible.

Which rooms have the best views at Al Glicine?

Upper-floor rooms (4th floor) at the front may overlook a piazza or pedestrianised strip – pleasant but not silent. For a proper view, ask for a room with a window onto the inner courtyard; you’ll see rooftops and church towers rather than a car park.

What are insider tips for staying at Al Glicine?

1) If arriving by car, ask reception about the hotel’s own reserved parking or a nearby garage — street parking is scarce and often restricted to residents. 2) Request a room on a higher floor (3 or 4) at booking, even if you have to pay a small supplement — the quiet and view make it worth it.

What time is check-in at Al Glicine?

Check-in at Al Glicine is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Al Glicine have Wi-Fi?

Free WiFi throughout premises; no login or password needed—auto connects. Speed around 15 Mbps down, enough for HD streaming for 2–3 devices. No paid premium tier.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Al Glicine?

€3.00 per person per night (applicable to all guests over 14 years)

Where can I eat cheaply near Al Glicine?

Pasta or gnocco fritto with salumi at a local trattoria: around €10–15.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Al Glicine?

Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 90 minutes); day pass about €5. From the airport, take the TEP bus (line 6) into central Parma for a few euros.

When is the best time to visit Parma?

May and September: mild temperatures (18-25°C), long daylight, few tourist crowds. June is also good but can get hot by late month.

Parma 주요 관광지

Battistero di Parma (exterior view) Free

💡 Walk around the entire building to see the reliefs of the months and seasons — each panel tells a story.

Monastero di San Paolo (Cella di Santa Caterina) Free

💡 Book ahead online for free Sunday visits — slots fill fast. The vaulted ceiling fresco glows best in late morning light.

Mercato di Via Imbriani (Saturday market) Free

💡 Get there by 9am to beat the crowds. Try a slice of freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano from the dairy stall.

Parco Ducale Free

💡 The benches near the lake have the best views of the palazzo. Bring bread for the ducks.

Piazza del Duomo Free

💡 Arrive just before the hour to hear the campanile bells ring — they echo across the piazza.

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