🇮🇹 Ravenna, Italy
B&B Isabella
📍 152, Viale Due Giugno, Ravenna
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Your stay — B&B Isabella
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The Property — B&B Isabella
B&B Isabella is a small, no-frills three-star in central Ravenna, a short walk from the famous mosaicked churches. The rooms are clean and functional rather than stylish – think tiled floors and basic wooden furniture – and the included breakfast is continental but fresh. It suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to spend most of their time sightseeing and need a quiet, convenient base. Standing in the lobby, you feel like you're in a well-run family home rather than a hotel chain.
Chronicles of Ravenna
Ravenna was the capital of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century, then of the Ostrogothic Kingdom and the Byzantine Exarchate, which left an unmatched concentration of early Christian mosaics. Its eight Unesco World Heritage monuments, including the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, are the reason most people visit. After a long decline, the city revived as a modest Adriatic port and agricultural centre, and today its economy is driven by tourism, food processing and a small oil-refining industry. Contemporary Ravenna feels compact, walkable and quietly proud of its Byzantine heritage – not flashy, but deeply historical.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ravenna guide →Best months
May, June and September: pleasant temperatures (20–27°C), long daylight hours, and lower chance of rain than spring or autumn. Crowds are manageable outside of major events.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures often exceed 30°C and the city is busy with summer holidaymakers. The Ravenna Festival (June–July) draws classical music and dance audiences; hotel prices rise by 30–50%.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: temperatures 12–20°C, fewer tourists, and hotel rates typically 20–30% lower than peak. Some restaurants may close for a week in early October.
Weather & packing
Ravenna's climate is Mediterranean but with a damp, humid edge from the nearby marshes and coast. Pack a light rain jacket and an extra pair of shoes in case of sudden showers – even in July a thunderstorm can soak you in minutes.
Live City Briefing — Ravenna
- The Mosaic Route (all Unesco sites) now requires a timed-entry ticket for San Vitale and Galla Placidia during summer; book at least a few days ahead on the official website.
- The city's main train station (Ravenna) has completed platform upgrades, but direct intercity services remain limited – most connections go via Bologna or Rimini.
- A new pedestrian piazza has opened near the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo (Via Vicolo Medici), with shaded seating and a temporary summer installation about mosaic restoration.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Isabella, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the first floor (first floor in Italian numbering, which is one flight up) or second floor, facing the rear courtyard away from Viale Due Giugno. These floors avoid ground-floor street noise and still have easy stair access without relying on the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any rooms on the ground floor – they are closest to the street and may pick up traffic noise from Viale Due Giugno, plus the breakfast room or reception noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift on any floor if the lift is old and rattling.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the small courtyard or garden, so you get greenery rather than traffic. Front-facing rooms see the busy Viale Due Giugno and a line of parked cars – not much of a view in a residential area.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (Italian-style: first floor = one above ground). These are above street level but below the top floor where roof insulation and water pipes can be noisy.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Due Giugno is a main road into Ravenna, so daytime traffic is steady. Double glazing may reduce the worst, but quiet hours are best guaranteed by a courtyard room. The lift is likely European-sized and can be clunky; rooms directly above or beside it may hear the motor.
Insider tips
1) Street parking is free after 20:00 and on Sundays, but during the day you need a permit or disc; ask the owner if they have a reserved spot or can issue a temporary pass – many 3-star B&Bs in Ravenna do. 2) Breakfast is usually served 7:30-10:00; request a later slot if you want a quieter start – the room doesn't have a kitchenette, so you can't skip it entirely.
- 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 — B&B Isabella
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps download, login requires room number and surname. No paid tier.
Small lift (max 3 people) serves all floors. No stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. 3 complimentary print newspapers (Corriere della Sera, Il Resto del Carlino, La Repubblica) in lobby until 10:00. Building is a converted early 1900s townhouse with original terrazzo floors in common areas.
Check-in 14:00-20:00 (weekdays), 14:00-22:00 (weekends). Early bag drop from 10:00 free. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30, subject to availability.
Free storage behind front desk for same-day arrivals/departures. No overnight storage.
Step-free entrance via rear gate (ask staff), but lift is narrow (65 cm door width) – may not accommodate wheelchair users. No adapted bathroom.
On-site free private parking for 6 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Piazza Dario Campana (€12/day). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests 14+ years)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit required to confirm booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stella Maris (828 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Treffz — 363 m · ~5 min walk
Parco Jelenia Gora — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 516 m · ~6 min walk
Farmacia B. Bedeschi — 715 m · ~9 min walk
Crai di Calderoni — 877 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Exchange at banks or post offices for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks which have poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common. Keep cash for markets, small cafes, and parking meters.
Tipping not expected; round up in restaurants (e.g., leave a couple of euros), taxis round to nearest euro, hotel staff a euro or two for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: around €1.00–1.20.
Pizza al taglio or panino from a bakery/takeaway: €5–8.
Pizza or pasta main in a budget trattoria/pizzeria: €8–12.
Piadina (stuffed flatbread) from street stalls or small bakeries is the local cheap-eat staple, found all over Ravenna.
Conad, Coop, and Eurospin are common budget supermarket chains in Ravenna.
Affordable high-street shopping along Via Cavour and Via Diaz (e.g., OVS, H&M); also at the Esp commercial centre.
Single bus ticket €1.30 (valid 75 min); day pass €4.50. From Bologna airport, take the direct shuttle bus (€15 one way) to Ravenna station.
Visit free churches like San Vitale at the last hour for reduced entry; buy a cumulative ticket for multiple mosaics (€12.50 for five sites); eat at lunchtime for cheaper pizza/pasta menus.
Good to know — Ravenna
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Emergency Contacts
RavennaDial 112 for any police, medical or fire emergency. For non-urgent police matters in Ravenna, call 0544 428311. Note that 112 is the single European emergency number, also reachable via text for hearing-impaired users.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ravenna, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B Isabella
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 516 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia B. Bedeschi — 715 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Ravenna Train Station → Hotel Mosaico (Via F.lli Rosselli stop)
💡 Only use this if you’re carrying heavy luggage; the walk is quicker. Validate your ticket in the machine on board or risk a €50 fine.
Hotel Stella → Ravenna Station
💡 Tickets from tabacchi shops. Validate before boarding. Cheaper than buying on the tram.
Ravenna Station → Basilica of San Vitale
💡 Bus 4 runs a loop past most mosaics. Get off at stop 'Piazza del Popolo' to walk to the hotel from there.
Ravenna Train Station (Ravenna) → Hotel Mosaico (Via F.lli Rosselli, 2 min walk)
💡 You can walk from the station to Hotel Mosaico in 3 minutes—skip the bus. The station’s underground pass is safer than crossing the main road.
Ravenna Train Station (or near Hotel Diana) → Teodorico Mausoleum / City Centre and Basilicas
💡 Buy tickets at tabacchi shops before boarding. Validate in the machine onboard. For Hotel Diana, stop at Via Farini 10, then a 3-minute walk—saves walking through the entire historic centre.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Ravenna Bus Station (Piazza Aldo Moro)
💡 FLIXBUS is cheaper but may stop at Rimini; direct Autostradale option runs fewer times. Buy a ticket on the app for best price.
Bologna Airport → Hotel Stella
💡 Book through the official Cotabo app for a fixed rate. Avoid unlicensed drivers at arrivals.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Hotel Mosaico, Ravenna
💡 Pre-book for about €10 less. Fixed price to Ravenna centre; confirm before you get in.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Hotel Diana, Ravenna
💡 Use a licensed NCC service like Radiotaxi Ravenna. Reserve at least 24 hours ahead for better rates. The driver will drop you right at the hotel entrance on Via Girolamo Rossi.
Bologna Airport → Hotel Stella
💡 Take the ATC bus from airport to Bologna Centrale (€6, 20 mins), then direct train to Ravenna (€9, 55 mins). The hotel is a 10-min walk from Ravenna station.
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) → Ravenna Train Station / Hotel Diana (via local bus or short walk)
💡 Buy your ticket online in advance for a small discount. From the Ravenna bus terminal, it's a 10-minute walk to Hotel Diana along Via Farini.
Bologna Centrale Station → Ravenna Station
💡 Get the direct regional train (no changes) heading to Ancona or Rimini. From Ravenna station, Hotel Diana is a 5-minute walk south along Via Oriani.
About Ravenna
Wikipedia ↗
Ravenna ( rə-VEN-ə; Italian: [raˈvenna], also locally [raˈvɛn(n)a] ; Romagnol: Ravèna, Ravêna) is the capital city of the Province of Ravenna, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy. It was the capital city of the Western Roman Empire during the fifth century A.D. until its collapse in 476, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B Isabella?
Request rooms on the first floor (first floor in Italian numbering, which is one flight up) or second floor, facing the rear courtyard away from Viale Due Giugno. These floors avoid ground-floor street noise and still have easy stair access without relying on the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Isabella?
Avoid any rooms on the ground floor – they are closest to the street and may pick up traffic noise from Viale Due Giugno, plus the breakfast room or reception noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift on any floor if the lift is old and rattling.
Is B&B Isabella noisy?
Viale Due Giugno is a main road into Ravenna, so daytime traffic is steady. Double glazing may reduce the worst, but quiet hours are best guaranteed by a courtyard room. The lift is likely European-sized and can be clunky; rooms directly above or beside it may hear the motor.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Isabella?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the small courtyard or garden, so you get greenery rather than traffic. Front-facing rooms see the busy Viale Due Giugno and a line of parked cars – not much of a view in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Isabella?
1) Street parking is free after 20:00 and on Sundays, but during the day you need a permit or disc; ask the owner if they have a reserved spot or can issue a temporary pass – many 3-star B&Bs in Ravenna do. 2) Breakfast is usually served 7:30-10:00; request a later slot if you want a quieter start – the room doesn't have a kitchenette, so you can't skip it entirely.
What time is check-in at B&B Isabella?
Check-in at B&B Isabella is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Isabella have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps download, login requires room number and surname. No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Isabella?
€3 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests 14+ years)
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Isabella?
Pizza al taglio or panino from a bakery/takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Isabella?
Single bus ticket €1.30 (valid 75 min); day pass €4.50. From Bologna airport, take the direct shuttle bus (€15 one way) to Ravenna station.
When is the best time to visit Ravenna?
May, June and September: pleasant temperatures (20–27°C), long daylight hours, and lower chance of rain than spring or autumn. Crowds are manageable outside of major events.
Top Attractions in Ravenna
💡 Grab a coffee from Caffè del Popolo (€1.50 at the counter) and people-watch. Free Wi-Fi is available in the square from the municipal network.
💡 Sit on a bench by the fountain with a takeaway coffee from Caffè Letterario on the corner. The square comes alive at aperitivo hour (around 6pm) when locals gather.
💡 Start at Piazza del Popolo, head north along Via Cavour. Many pieces are on private walls – just look up. Maps at tourist office or download a free PDF from Ravenna Turismo.
💡 Free and open-air. Visit in early evening when the light hits the marble. Pair with the Dante Museum (€3) across the street for context.
💡 The cloister garden is a peaceful spot to rest—few tourists find it. Check their website for free day dates if you're on a tight budget.
💡 Arrive before 9am to avoid crowds. The mosaics are best seen in morning light filtering through the apse windows.
💡 Bring your own lunch – there are few cafes nearby. The park is quiet on weekday afternoons.
💡 Stop at Caffè del Popolo for the best espresso in town – cheap and proper Italian. Arrive around 6pm for the evening passeggiata.