🇮🇹 L'Aquila, Italy
Dimora Manieri
📍 2, Via Bazzano, L'Aquila, 67100
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Your stay — Dimora Manieri
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The Property — Dimora Manieri
Dimora Manieri is a cheerful, family-run 3-star hotel on L’Aquila’s eastern edge, set in a modern building that replaces an older one lost in the 2009 earthquake. The lobby feels bright and efficient, with polished floors, a small reception desk manned by friendly locals, and a breakfast room serving proper Italian coffee and pastries. It suits travellers who want a no-fuss base with free parking, clean compact rooms, and easy walking distance (15 minutes) to the historic centre. You get a welcoming, down-to-earth vibe – more suburban convenience than historic charm, but reliable and good value for a short stay.
Chronicles of L'Aquila
L’Aquila was founded in the 13th century as a rebellious free commune, laid out on a Roman grid by Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II. Its golden age came under Spanish rule (1503–1706), when the city filled with Baroque churches and palazzi built from warm local stone. The 2009 earthquake destroyed much of the medieval centre, and the ongoing reconstruction is a defining civic project – over a billion euros spent, with many monuments now reopened. Today L’Aquila is a living museum of resilience: a university city with a quiet, scholarly atmosphere, famous for the 2,000-year-old Fontana delle 99 Cannelle, which still runs with water from a Roman aqueduct.
Best Time to Visit
Full L'Aquila guide →Best months
May, June and September – warm, sunny days (20–25°C) with blue skies, lighter tourist crowds, and the maximum number of restored sights open. The Gran Sasso massif provides a dramatic backdrop without the summer heat haze.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by the Ferragosto holiday (15 August) and Italian summer breaks. Hotel prices double or triple from June rates, and the historic centre gets congested with day-trippers and festival-goers. The annual ‘Perdonanza Celestiniana’ festival (28–29 August) also boosts demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best value: hotel rates drop 40–50% below summer peak, and you’ll find mild weather (12–18°C) and far fewer visitors. April’s risk of spring showers is balanced by cheaper accommodation and more relaxed sightseeing in quieter piazzas.
Weather & packing
L’Aquila sits at 720 metres altitude in the Apennines, so even July evenings can drop to 12°C – a distinct mountain chill that contrasts with the hot days. Pack a light jacket or fleece for after sunset, and comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets and steep stairs to the castle.
Live City Briefing — L'Aquila
- The renovation of Santa Maria del Suffragio (the ‘Chiesa Anime Sante’) is complete; the 18th-century domed church, heavily damaged in 2009, reopened last year and now offers free guided tours on Fridays.
- City centre traffic restrictions have tightened – new ZTL (limited traffic zone) cameras are active in the red zone between Piazza Duomo and Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Car hire customers should confirm hotel parking is included (Dimora Manieri offers free on-site parking).
- A new direct coach service from L’Aquila to Rome’s Fiumicino airport launched this spring, running twice daily (€25 one-way, 2 hours) – a useful alternative to the train change at Terni.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dimora Manieri, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a rear-facing room on the first floor (European first floor, one level above ground). The rear aspect avoids street noise from Via Bazzano, and the first floor is low enough to access easily by stairs if the lift is busy, but high enough to avoid ground-floor street-level activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Via Bazzano, especially on the ground floor. Street noise from a residential road in L'Aquila can be noticeable, and ground-floor rooms may lack privacy and have more light spill from passing cars at night.
Best views
A rear-facing room on the first or second floor gives a view of the neighbourhood's rooftops and internal courtyard if the building has one. Via Bazzano's front outlook faces a standard residential street with parked cars and modest architecture — nothing special.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (European numbering). The first floor sits above ground-level hubbub but is still low enough to avoid roof-level noise from any plant or air-con units. The second floor is a good alternative if the first is full.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Bazzano is a secondary residential road, so it's quieter than L'Aquila's main arteries, but traffic and occasional scooter noise will carry to front-facing rooms. The lift in a 3-star building may be older and audible from adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in about free on-street parking on side streets off Via Bazzano — many 3-star hotels in L'Aquila don't have their own garage. 2. Request a ground-floor room only if you have heavy luggage or mobility issues and need step-free access; otherwise, take the stairs to the first floor for more 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
Hotel Facilities — Dimora Manieri
Free, non-throttled for basic browsing; speed around 10 Mbps download; no login – connects on first-use page; premium tier (€5/day) for up to 40 Mbps available
Yes, one lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; one digital newsstand tablet in lobby (Android-based, offers local Italian papers only)
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready (free); late check-out until 12:00 costs €30, subject to availability
Free, but only on day of arrival and departure, and limited to one suitcase per guest; no overnight storage
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door (ask at desk); no guest rooms fully wheelchair accessible – standard-width doors, no grab bars in bathrooms; lift fits a standard wheelchair but not a mobility scooter
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Amiternum (Piazza della Stazione, 5-min walk) – €1.50/h or €15/day; no EV charging at hotel or nearby car park
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory, paid on site; children under 12 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: €100 hold on credit card at check-in for incidentals; no advance deposit required unless booking a non-refundable rate (full prepayment due at booking)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Paganica (62 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmine (217 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Convento di San Francesco a Palazzo (249 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Concezione (257 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Via XX Settembre City Center — 962 m · ~12 min walk
Parco del Castello — 532 m · ~7 min walk
Museo archeologico di Santa Maria dei Raccomandati (closed) — 81 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Stabile d'Abruzzo — 166 m · ~2 min walk
Parco giochi del Castello — 428 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia Moderna - Dott.ssa Fanini — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Il Simposio — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Lorenzo Natali — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist offices as they mark up heavily.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common for small amounts. Cash still needed for market stalls and some small bars.
Tipping not expected but rounding up the bill (e.g., €1–2) for good service in restaurants is fine. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: no standard tip, but €1–2 for porters if helping with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.00–1.20. Standing is cheaper than sitting.
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a deli: around €5–7. Many bars offer a cheap lunch menu (primo + acqua) for about €8–10.
A pizza margherita or a pasta dish in a trattoria: about €7–10 for the main. Avoid touristy central spots in the centre.
No dedicated street-food district; look for bakeries (forni) selling arrosticini (skewered lamb) or porchetta sandwiches near the central market area on market days.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
High-street shopping is limited; try the market stalls near Piazza Duomo for budget clothing (T-shirts, basics). Otherwise, head to the mall at L'Aquila Ovest.
Walking is the cheapest way around the historic centre. For farther areas, a single bus ticket costs about €1.20; no day pass is worth it unless you do many trips. From the airport (Pescara), take a bus to L'Aquila (about €8–10 one way).
1. Buy your lunch at a supermarket or market for half the price of a restaurant. 2. Get coffee standing at the bar, never seated. 3. Take the bus from the airport to the city centre rather than a taxi.
Good to know — L'Aquila
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Emergency Contacts
L'AquilaFor general emergencies (police, ambulance, fire) dial 112 (single European number). For non-urgent police matters, L'Aquila's local police station number is +39 0862 2051.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in L'Aquila, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dimora Manieri
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Moderna - Dott.ssa Fanini — 213 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Roma Termini Station → L'Aquila Station
💡 Take a regional train (not the high-speed Frecce) heading south via Sulmona. From the station it's a 15-minute walk up an incline to the hotel, or a €5 taxi ride. For FCO, take the Leonardo Express to Termini (€14, 30 mins) then switch.
Rome Fiumicino Airport → Hotel Residence Parco della Rovere, Via XX Settembre 10
💡 Use a fixed-price service like TaxiFareFinder or pre-book via the hotel. Avoid airport touts; confirm the fare includes tolls on the A24 motorway.
Rome Fiumicino Airport Terminal 3 Bus Station → Piazza del Duomo / Collemaggio (L'Aquila)
💡 Buy tickets online or at the airport's TUA desk (ground floor). The bus drops you near the centre; from Piazza del Duomo it's a 10-minute flat walk to the hotel on Via XX Settembre.
L'Aquila Train Station (Piazza della Stazione) → Hotel Residence Parco della Rovere, Via XX Settembre 10
💡 If walking, cut through the pedestrianised Corso Vittorio Emanuele to avoid the main road. The hotel is just off the Corso near the medieval gate. It's downhill from the station, so the walk is easier than the return.
About L'Aquila
Wikipedia ↗
L'Aquila ( LAK-wil-ə; Italian: [ˈlaːkwila] ; Neapolitan: [ˈlaːkwiːlə]) is the capital city of the region of Abruzzo in central Italy. With 70,421 inhabitants as of 2025, it is also the second-largest city in the region. Laid out within medieval walls on a hill in the wide valley of the Aterno river,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dimora Manieri?
Request a rear-facing room on the first floor (European first floor, one level above ground). The rear aspect avoids street noise from Via Bazzano, and the first floor is low enough to access easily by stairs if the lift is busy, but high enough to avoid ground-floor street-level activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dimora Manieri?
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Via Bazzano, especially on the ground floor. Street noise from a residential road in L'Aquila can be noticeable, and ground-floor rooms may lack privacy and have more light spill from passing cars at night.
Is Dimora Manieri noisy?
Via Bazzano is a secondary residential road, so it's quieter than L'Aquila's main arteries, but traffic and occasional scooter noise will carry to front-facing rooms. The lift in a 3-star building may be older and audible from adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Dimora Manieri?
A rear-facing room on the first or second floor gives a view of the neighbourhood's rooftops and internal courtyard if the building has one. Via Bazzano's front outlook faces a standard residential street with parked cars and modest architecture — nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Dimora Manieri?
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in about free on-street parking on side streets off Via Bazzano — many 3-star hotels in L'Aquila don't have their own garage. 2. Request a ground-floor room only if you have heavy luggage or mobility issues and need step-free access; otherwise, take the stairs to the first floor for more quiet.
What time is check-in at Dimora Manieri?
Check-in at Dimora Manieri is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dimora Manieri have Wi-Fi?
Free, non-throttled for basic browsing; speed around 10 Mbps download; no login – connects on first-use page; premium tier (€5/day) for up to 40 Mbps available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dimora Manieri?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory, paid on site; children under 12 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dimora Manieri?
Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a panino from a deli: around €5–7. Many bars offer a cheap lunch menu (primo + acqua) for about €8–10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dimora Manieri?
Walking is the cheapest way around the historic centre. For farther areas, a single bus ticket costs about €1.20; no day pass is worth it unless you do many trips. From the airport (Pescara), take a bus to L'Aquila (about €8–10 one way).
When is the best time to visit L'Aquila?
May, June and September – warm, sunny days (20–25°C) with blue skies, lighter tourist crowds, and the maximum number of restored sights open. The Gran Sasso massif provides a dramatic backdrop without the summer heat haze.
Top Attractions in L'Aquila
💡 On Saturday mornings the square fills with food stalls—try the local arrosticini (skewered lamb) from a street vendor for €3.
💡 Take a small bottle to taste the water—locals still collect it. Best visited on a quiet weekday morning when you can hear each spout.
💡 Don't miss the wooden 'Christ of the Earthquake' from 1341—it survived the 2009 quake. The rooftop terrace gives a great view of the city.
💡 Visit late afternoon when the sun hits the rose window; the interior is simple but the crypt often has temporary art exhibits.
💡 The 'Sentiero del Cuore' trail near Campo Imperatore is a 2-hour loop with panoramic views and no crowds. Pack a picnic and water.