Your stay — Planet Hotel
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The Property — Planet Hotel
A functional 3-star on a ring road near Modena's main train station. The lobby is small, tiled and unpretentious — think brown leather chairs and a rack of tourist maps. It suits budget-conscious travellers who treat the hotel as a base: clean rooms, free Wi-Fi and parking, but zero charm. The USP is location: a 15-minute walk to Piazza Grande, or two stops on the bus that stops outside.
Chronicles of Modena
Modena was founded by the Ligurian Boii tribe, then became the Roman colony Mutina in 183 BC. Its medieval core was shaped by the Este family, who built the Unesco-listed cathedral and the Ducal Palace. The city's contemporary identity is turbocharged by speed: it is the home of Ferrari, Maserati and Lamborghini, plus the world's best balsamic vinegar. Today the streets feel like a live museum: cobbles polished by thousands of car fans and food pilgrims.
Best Time to Visit
Full Modena guide →Best months
May, June and September. Warm but not brutal, and the Ferragosto crowds have thinned in September. The Ferrari Museum and balsamic tours are less frantic.
Peak / festival surge
July to August, when Ferragosto (15 August) fills Modena with Italian holidaymakers. Hotel prices at the Planet can double. The main draw is the annual Ferrari-related events and the heat – expect 30°C afternoons.
Budget shoulder season
April and October. You'll see early-season discounts on Booking.com and cooler air – 15–20°C. The balsamic harvest (October) is a genuine local festival with few tourists.
Weather & packing
July in Modena is sticky: it can rain suddenly after a scorching day. Pack a light rain jacket and comfortable walking sandals – you'll do a lot of pavement time.
Live City Briefing — Modena
- Modena's ZTL (limited traffic zone) expanded in early 2026. Check your car's emissions – older diesels are banned from the historic centre between 7am and 8pm.
- The Enzo Ferrari Museum is hosting a 'Lamborghini 60' exhibit throughout summer 2026. Book two weeks ahead; it sells out fast.
- A new bike-share scheme (Mobike Modena) launched in May 2026 with 200 e-bikes at the train station and Piazza Roma.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Planet Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (courtyard side). These floors are above street-level bustle but low enough for quick lift access; the rear orientation cuts road noise from the main street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking the street – direct pavement noise from pedestrians and local traffic. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor; you’ll hear the mechanism and guest chatter.
Best views
Rooms on the rear side offer a quieter view of Modena’s tiled rooftops and small inner courtyards. Front-facing rooms look onto the city street and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest, away from ground-level hubbub and still below any potential rooftop plant noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Modena’s main streets can carry scooter and delivery van noise from early morning until late evening, especially on weekdays. The hotel lift is audible in adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking – it makes a real difference to sleep quality. If you’re arriving by car, check if the hotel has a reserved spot or can point you to the public parking garage two blocks north; street parking fills quickly and is limited to 2-hour paid bays.
- 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 — Planet Hotel
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps); premium tier at €5/day for 20 Mbps; no login constraints
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader via QR codes at reception; no physical papers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €30 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day; €5 per bag for multi-day storage
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms; threshold 2 cm in bathroom
On-site unguarded parking €15/night (reservation required); nearest public car park Parcheggio Centro (Via Cerca) €1.50/hour, €12/24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Biagio (789 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Madonna del sagrato (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro commerciale Rossetto — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Parco dei Piloti — 343 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Galleria Ferrari — 401 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 783 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station—they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is common in shops and restaurants. Some smaller bars or markets may only take cash for small amounts.
Not expected but appreciated. Round up the bill in restaurants or leave 1–2 EUR for good service; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips, but you can round up the fare.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar: about 1.20–1.50 EUR. Always cheaper at the counter than sitting down.
A takeaway piadina (flatbread filled with ham, cheese, veg) from a rosticceria or kebab shop: 5–7 EUR.
Pasta or pizza main course at a modest trattoria or pizzeria: 10–15 EUR.
Best cheap eats around the market area and near Piazza Grande—look for gnocco fritto with cold cuts or tigelle at hole-in-the-wall bakeries.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in Modena.
High-street chains like OVS, H&M, and Zara in the centre; for cheaper basics, try the weekly market on a Saturday morning at Piazza XX Settembre.
Buy a single bus ticket (1.50 EUR) from tabacchi or the daily pass (4 EUR) for unlimited rides. From Bologna airport, take the shuttle bus (8 EUR) to Modena bus station.
Eat at the counter rather than sitting down for meals, which can double the cost. Fill a water bottle at the free public fountains (fontanella) around town. Avoid taxis; walk or use buses.
Good to know — Modena
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💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Modena, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Planet Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 783 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Modena train station → Il Feliceto (stop: Piazza Sant'Agostino)
💡 Buy a single ticket (€1.30) from any tabacchi or the station ticket machine – validate it on board. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the bus stop. For longer stays, a 10-ride card (€11) is better value.
Modena Autostazione → Agriturismo Rubbio (stop: Rubbio)
💡 Validate ticket on board – fine is €70. Bus can be unreliable after 18:00; download the TPER app for real-time tracking.
Modena Train Station → Le Ville Mini Hotel (stop: Via Emilia Ovest)
💡 Buy a ticket at the tabacchi; validate it onboard. Walk 2 mins from the stop to the hotel.
Modena Station → Una Hotel Stop (Via Emilia Est)
💡 Buy tickets from the station newsagent (cash only). Validate in the yellow machine on board—fines are €50 and immediate. Saves a quick walk.
Modena Stazione Centrale → Hotel Giardini (via Corso Canalchiaro)
💡 Buy a bus ticket from the tabacchi near the station — the self-service machines often swallow coins.
Stazione Centrale → Hotel Giardini (Via Menotti stop)
💡 The bus drops you a short walk from the hotel — cross the road and walk 100m down Via Menotti. Validate your ticket onboard or you risk a €60 fine.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) bus stop → Modena bus station (Autostazione, Via Monte Kosica)
💡 Buy tickets from the driver or the automatic machine near stop A. Cash only on board (change handy). From the bus station, Hotel Alexander is a 20-minute walk or quick taxi (€8).
Bologna Centrale → Modena Centrale
💡 Buy tickets on Trenitalia app for cheapest 'Smart' fares – then from Modena station, you'll need a taxi (€15) or pre-booked shuttle to Rubbio.
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) → Agriturismo Rubbio, Modena
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi in advance through services like Welcome Pickups or Radio Taxi Bologna – cheaper than hailing on arrival.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Una Hotel Modena (Via Emilia Est, 68)
💡 Book a fixed-rate transfer online to avoid meter surprises. Late-night arrivals: driver typically meets you with name sign at arrivals.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Il Feliceto hotel, Modena
💡 Book via the Radio Taxi Modena app or +39 059 214 144. Flat rate to/from the airport is €100, but always confirm with the driver before setting off.
Bologna Airport → Modena Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets online or at the airport kiosk; from the bus station it's a 10-min walk to the hotel.
About Modena
Wikipedia ↗
Modena (UK: , US: ; Italian: [ˈmɔːdena] ; Modenese: Mòdna [ˈmɔdnɐ]; Etruscan: Mutna; Latin: Mutina) is a city and comune (municipality) on the south side of the Po Valley, in the Province of Modena, in the region of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy. With a population of 184,361 as of 2026, it is the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Planet Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (courtyard side). These floors are above street-level bustle but low enough for quick lift access; the rear orientation cuts road noise from the main street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Planet Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking the street – direct pavement noise from pedestrians and local traffic. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor; you’ll hear the mechanism and guest chatter.
Is Planet Hotel noisy?
Modena’s main streets can carry scooter and delivery van noise from early morning until late evening, especially on weekdays. The hotel lift is audible in adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Planet Hotel?
Rooms on the rear side offer a quieter view of Modena’s tiled rooftops and small inner courtyards. Front-facing rooms look onto the city street and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at Planet Hotel?
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking – it makes a real difference to sleep quality. If you’re arriving by car, check if the hotel has a reserved spot or can point you to the public parking garage two blocks north; street parking fills quickly and is limited to 2-hour paid bays.
What time is check-in at Planet Hotel?
Check-in at Planet Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Planet Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps); premium tier at €5/day for 20 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Planet Hotel?
€2.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights)
Where can I eat cheaply near Planet Hotel?
A takeaway piadina (flatbread filled with ham, cheese, veg) from a rosticceria or kebab shop: 5–7 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Planet Hotel?
Buy a single bus ticket (1.50 EUR) from tabacchi or the daily pass (4 EUR) for unlimited rides. From Bologna airport, take the shuttle bus (8 EUR) to Modena bus station.
When is the best time to visit Modena?
May, June and September. Warm but not brutal, and the Ferragosto crowds have thinned in September. The Ferrari Museum and balsamic tours are less frantic.
Top Attractions in Modena
💡 Look for the carved reliefs on the facade called the 'Metope'—each tells a biblical story in surprisingly expressive detail. Mass times mean the interior is closed briefly at noon, so plan accordingly.
💡 Grab a coffee at Caffè Giusti on the corner, a local institution since 1880.
💡 Avoid the lunchtime queue by visiting at 1pm. While you're inside, look for the small chapel dedicated to Saint Geminiano, the city's patron saint.
💡 Visit late afternoon for the best light on the facade. Sundays are quietest.
💡 Come early morning when it's empty to see the light hit the cathedral facade. The column of the Preda Ringadora is where medieval edicts were proclaimed.
💡 Visit on a Saturday morning for the market stalls selling local produce and crafts.
💡 Go early morning to avoid crowds and see the sunlight filter through the rose window.
💡 The museum is free on the first Sunday of every month, but it's already free for everyone every day. The ticket also gets you into the nearby Museo Lapidario Estense on the same day.