🇮🇹 Novara, Italy
Ventitrémarzo B&B
📍 118, Corso 23 marzo 1849, Novara, 28100
Your stay — Ventitrémarzo B&B
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The Property — Ventitrémarzo B&B
Ventitrémarzo B&B is a compact three-star in Novara’s old town, occupying a converted townhouse with a clean, modern interior and a small courtyard. It offers straightforward comfort at a fair price: tidy rooms with good bathrooms, a basic breakfast buffet, and the kind of no-fuss hospitality that suits short-stay city explorers or business travellers who want a quiet base near Piazza Cavour. The lobby is a simple desk and a couple of chairs; the selling point is location, not luxury.
Chronicles of Novara
Novara began as a Roman municipium, Novaria, and its grid-like street pattern still reflects that origin. The city became a key Lombard duchy in the Middle Ages and later passed through Visconti and Sforza control, leaving a fortified castle and the soaring Basilica di San Gaudenzio (whose dome, by Antonelli, was once the world’s tallest brick structure). After the Risorgimento, Novara grew as a rail and industrial centre, and today it’s a quiet provincial capital with a lively university population and a strong food scene centred on panettone and local wines.
Best Time to Visit
Full Novara guide →Best months
May and September are ideal: warm but not oppressive, with thin tourist flows and plenty of outdoor café seating. April also works if you’re willing to gamble on occasional rain.
Peak / festival surge
August is the real peak, driven by the Ferragosto holiday (15 August) and the Novara Jazz festival (late July/early August). Hotel prices can jump by 20-30% for the festival weekend, and many locals leave town, giving the city a quiet, semi-shuttered feel.
Budget shoulder season
October and March are budget sweet spots: rooms often 30% cheaper, mild enough for walking, and the fortresses and museums are nearly empty.
Weather & packing
July in Novara can be sticky: expect 28-32°C highs with afternoon thunderstorms possible. Pack a light rain jacket and always carry a water bottle—the cobbled streets add heat, and a hat is non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Novara
- The central Piazza Cavour is undergoing a long-delayed repaving project until autumn 2026, so expect some pedestrian diversions and noise near the hotel.
- Novara’s new electric scooter rental scheme (launched April 2026) covers the old town and station area; check the app for parking zones to avoid fines.
- The Basilica di San Gaudenzio’s dome is open for guided climbs again after a two-year restoration; book a slot at least a day ahead in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ventitrémarzo B&B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the internal courtyard, away from Corso 23 marzo 1849. These floors are quieter and easier to access via stairs if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street – Corso 23 marzo 1849 is a main road with traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room if they share a common wall.
Best views
Rooms facing the courtyard look onto a residential interior block, so expect a leafy, quiet outlook. Street-facing rooms offer a view of the busy Corso but with noise.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (1° and 2° piani) backing onto the courtyard are the quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Corso 23 marzo 1849 is a four-lane road with buses and scooters. The B&B's lift is small and can be clunky, so avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft. Breakfast noise may travel from the ground-floor dining room.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free parking on nearby side streets (Via Solaroli) – the B&B has no dedicated parking. 2. For a better breakfast experience, go early (7:30-8:30) to get the freshest pastries and a quiet table by the window.
- 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 — Ventitrémarzo B&B
free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~30 Mbps download, no login or time limits
a small lift (max 3 persons) serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no physical papers; a digital newsstand via PressReader is available on the lobby tablet. The building was originally a 19th-century townhouse, with original terracotta floors and a frescoed ceiling in the breakfast room
check-in from 15:00 to 20:00 (weekdays 15:00–19:00, weekends 15:00–20:00). Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €20, after 12:00 charges a half-night rate
free luggage storage on check-in day and check-out day, available in a locked room near reception
one step (12 cm) at the main entrance, no ramp. All public areas and two ground-floor rooms are step-free. The lift is just wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No dedicated accessible bathroom
no on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Centro Storico in Via S. Gaudenzio, 24h rate €16 (free 20:00–08:00). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests 14+)
Deposit & card hold: a 30% advance deposit required to secure booking; at check-in they place a €100 incidental hold on a credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Giuseppe (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Michele dell'Ospedale (686 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Santi Nazario e Celso (846 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro al Rosario (941 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale San Martino 2 — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Campetto degli Aceri — 419 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Aldo Rossini — 861 m · ~11 min walk
Teatro Coccia — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Oratorio del Sacro Cuore — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Farmacia del Rosario — 46 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Express — 950 m · ~12 min walk
Largo Giulio Pastore — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs (Bancomat) give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations and airports — they charge bad fees. Most banks are on Corso Italia and Piazza Cavour.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, shops and restaurants; contactless common. Smaller cafes and market stalls often cash-only.
Not expected — service is included. For good service, round up the bill or leave 1-2 €. Taxi drivers don't expect tips; hotel porters get 1-2 €.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter: about 1.00-1.20 €. Cappuccino maybe 1.50 €.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a baker: 5-7 €. Many bars offer a lunch buffet (pranzo al piatto) for around 10-12 €.
Pizza margherita in a trattoria: 7-10 €. A pasta main at a simple osteria: 9-12 €.
Via dei Mercanti and Piazza della Repubblica area have takeaway pizza, panzerotti, and arancini stalls. Also try a rosticceria for fried treats.
IperCoop (at shopping centre), Carrefour Express, Lidl, and MD are common. Il Gigante also has a good budget selection.
Corso Italia has H&M and OVS. Via Rosselli has discount outlets. The Saturday market at Piazza Garibaldi sells basics cheap.
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about 3.50 € from tabacchi. From Milan airports: cheapest is train from Milano Centrale (15-20 €, 1 hr). Shuttle bus to Malpensa is about 10-12 €.
1) Drink coffee at the counter, not at a table — much cheaper. 2) Avoid dining on Piazza Duomo or Piazza Cavour; eat off the main squares. 3) Fill a water bottle at public fountains (fontanelle) around town.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Novara, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ventitrémarzo B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia del Rosario — 46 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Novara FS Station → La Sibilla Hotel
💡 Get off at the 'Cavour' stop; buy tickets at the station tabacchi. After 21:00, a taxi from the station costs about 8 euros.
Novara Railway Station → Hotel Cavour (Via XX Settembre stop)
💡 Buy tickets at the tabaccaio inside the station. The bus stops right outside the hotel—look for the red sign.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Novara
💡 Buy tickets at the airport kiosk or online to avoid queues; the bus stops 200m from La Sibilla on Corso Cavour.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Novara Railway Station
💡 Get off at Novara FS, then walk 10 mins north or take a 5-euro taxi to Hotel Cavour. Validate your ticket before boarding.
Novara Railway Station → Piazza Cesare Battisti (via Hotel Cavour)
💡 A heritage tram running on old tracks—great for photos but not a reliable everyday option. Check comune.novara.it for dates.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel Cavour, Novara
💡 Book via the airport taxi stand or an app like FreeNow for a fixed rate. Avoid unlicensed drivers inside the terminal.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Novara FS Station
💡 Trains depart from Terminal 1; from La Sibilla, it's a 15-minute walk or 5-euro taxi ride to the hotel.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → La Sibilla Hotel
💡 Book through a local cooperative like Radio Taxi Novara for fixed rates; confirm the fare before starting to avoid surprises.
About Novara
Wikipedia ↗
Novara (Italian: [noˈvaːra] ; Novarese: [nuˈ(ʋ)aːra]) is the capital city of the province of Novara in the region of Piedmont in Northern Italy, to the west of Milan. With a population of 103,238, it is the 2nd-largest city in Piedmont after Turin as of 2026. It is an important crossroads for commer...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the internal courtyard, away from Corso 23 marzo 1849. These floors are quieter and easier to access via stairs if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street – Corso 23 marzo 1849 is a main road with traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room if they share a common wall.
Is Ventitrémarzo B&B noisy?
Corso 23 marzo 1849 is a four-lane road with buses and scooters. The B&B's lift is small and can be clunky, so avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft. Breakfast noise may travel from the ground-floor dining room.
Which rooms have the best views at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Rooms facing the courtyard look onto a residential interior block, so expect a leafy, quiet outlook. Street-facing rooms offer a view of the busy Corso but with noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free parking on nearby side streets (Via Solaroli) – the B&B has no dedicated parking. 2. For a better breakfast experience, go early (7:30-8:30) to get the freshest pastries and a quiet table by the window.
What time is check-in at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Check-in at Ventitrémarzo B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ventitrémarzo B&B have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~30 Mbps download, no login or time limits
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ventitrémarzo B&B?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests 14+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a baker: 5-7 €. Many bars offer a lunch buffet (pranzo al piatto) for around 10-12 €.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ventitrémarzo B&B?
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about 3.50 € from tabacchi. From Milan airports: cheapest is train from Milano Centrale (15-20 €, 1 hr). Shuttle bus to Malpensa is about 10-12 €.
When is the best time to visit Novara?
May and September are ideal: warm but not oppressive, with thin tourist flows and plenty of outdoor café seating. April also works if you’re willing to gamble on occasional rain.
Top Attractions in Novara
💡 Buy a paper cone of olives and a slice of focaccia from the stall near the fountain for under €3.
💡 Pop into the Broletto courtyard – it's usually quiet and has a lovely Romanesque cloister.
💡 Check the schedule on the municipality website before visiting; events often include free guided tours of the interior.
💡 Come hungry – grab a cone of fried olives or slices of salami from the food stalls. Best around 10am to avoid the crowds.
💡 Skip the climb if queues are long; the view from Piazza della Repubblica is just as good.
💡 Grab a panino from a local bakery and eat at the tables near the fountain. Quietest on weekday mornings.
💡 Free admission is usually on the first Sunday of the month. Arrive early to avoid the school groups.
💡 Go on a Sunday morning for a quieter walk and a picnic at the far end near the ramparts.