🇮🇹 Rimini, Italy
Abay
📍 18, Viale Bertinoro, Rimini, 47924
Photo: official website
Your stay — Abay
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The Property — Abay
The Hotel Abay is a pragmatic, no-fuss three-star on Rimini's seafront. Think tiled floors, a decent buffet breakfast and exactly the kind of white-walled balcony where you dry your towel after a morning swim. It's not trying to be chic; it's for families and couples who want to be 50 metres from the sand and don't need a pool or spa. The lobby smells of coffee and floor polish, and the receptionist will give you a printed map of the bus routes.
Chronicles of Rimini
Rimini started life as the Roman colony Ariminum in 268 BC, a strategic crossroads and port. The Tiberius Bridge and the Arch of Augustus still stand as stone anchors to that imperial past. After World War II, the city rebuilt itself as Italy's original mass-tourism beach resort, with 15 kilometres of sandy coast and a razor-straight grid of hotels. Today it mixes business conferences, nostalgic family holidays and a lively club scene in the summer months.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rimini guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm sea, long days but the crowds haven't peaked — or have eased off — and hotel rates are more reasonable than in August.
Peak / festival surge
August, especially the first two weeks: Ferragosto (15 August) triggers a national holiday exodus to the coast. Hotels hit 100 per cent occupancy, prices double and the beach is packed. The Notte Rosa festival in early July also brings a surge.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and late September: the sea is still swimmable, flights and rooms are cheaper, and you'll find empty stretches of sand midweek.
Weather & packing
Rimini has a humid Mediterranean climate, so July afternoons can feel sticky even with a sea breeze. Pack light linen or cotton, a wide-brimmed hat, and a light cardigan for evenings when the Adriatic wind picks up.
Live City Briefing — Rimini
- The Rimini-Miramare tram line is being extended along the coast; expect some traffic diversions near Viale Regina Elena throughout July.
- The new Palazzo del Turismo reopened in spring 2025 after a two-year renovation, now hosting a tourist info point and a public rooftop terrace on the seafront.
- Several beach establishments (bagni) now require advance booking for sunbeds on Saturdays and Sundays in July — book at least a day ahead through their apps.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Abay, 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 (rear of the building) to minimise street noise from Viale Bertinoro.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they get traffic noise from Viale Bertinoro and footfall from the entrance.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear courtyard offer a quieter outlook; there’s no sea view from this address, as it’s inland in a residential area.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are quieter due to distance from street level and the lift lobby, though upper floors above the 5th may hear roof equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Bertinoro is a through road in Rimini’s Marina district, so morning scooter traffic and evening restaurant-goers generate noise. Also, the street runs parallel to the main coast road, so occasional ambulance sirens carry.
Insider tips
1. Park on the street or nearby public lots—this hotel likely lacks dedicated parking for a 3-star in Rimini. 2. Request a room on the top floor (if available) for less noise from the lift shaft.
- 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 — Abay
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 30 Mbps typical; no login—choose network 'AbayGuest'
One passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections, though stairs are available
Complimentary digital PressReader access; physical Corriere della Sera and Il Resto del Carlino at breakfast and in the lobby
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30; after 12:00 charged half-night rate subject to availability
Free storage in locked room near reception; no time limit on day of departure
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab rails in bathrooms
On-site unsecured outdoor parking €15 per night; nearest public garage is Parcheggio Mariani (Via Mariani 10) at €20 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night for over-14s, paid cash at checkout
Deposit & card hold: Booking requires 30% advance payment via bank transfer or credit card; at check-in a €50 incidental hold on card (released on departure)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Regina Pacis (464 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Cuore Immacolato di Maria (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Cristo Re (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Mater Misericordiae (1.6 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Le Befane — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Parco Margherita Hack — 963 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 546 m · ~7 min walk
Chemia fort. Stefano G. Bianchi — 48 m · ~1 min walk
Amici Minimarket — 783 m · ~10 min walk
Rimini, Centro Studi — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Exchange at banks or post offices in central Rimini; avoid airport and tourist exchange bureaux which offer poor rates. ATMs are widely available throughout the area.
Card and contactless payments are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; some smaller establishments may prefer cash, so carry euros as backup.
Tipping is not obligatory in Italy; rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated but not expected in restaurants. Hotel staff and taxi drivers do not require tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Eat lunch at noon when many trattorias offer fixed menus (menu del giorno) at 40% less than à la carte evening prices. Buy groceries at supermarkets or markets rather than tourist-facing shops near the seafront—prices double in beachfront areas.
Good to know — Rimini
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Rimini+39 800 113 000 (Carabinieri emergency number)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rimini, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Abay
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 546 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Chemia fort. Stefano G. Bianchi — 48 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Central Station Area → Rimini Beach Promenade & Hotels
💡 Efficient for beach access from Hotel Oxford; modern tram system connects all main tourist areas
Rimini Central Station → Rimini Waterfront & Local Districts
💡 Purchase a Rimini Card (€10 for 48hrs) for unlimited local transit; includes buses and trains
Federico Fellini Airport (RMI) → Hotel Oxford, Rimini City Center
💡 Book in advance via hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; avoid unmarked taxis at airport
Federico Fellini Airport (RMI) → Rimini Central Station (near Hotel Oxford)
💡 Most budget-friendly option; buy tickets at airport booth or use MyCicero app for contactless payment
About Rimini
Wikipedia ↗
Rimini ( RIM-in-ee, Italian: [ˈriːmini] ; Romagnol: Rémin or Rémne; Latin: Ariminum) is a city in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy. Sprawling along the Adriatic Sea, Rimini is situated at a strategically-important north-south passage along the coast at the southern tip of the Po Valley. I...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Abay?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the internal courtyard (rear of the building) to minimise street noise from Viale Bertinoro.
Which rooms should I avoid at Abay?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they get traffic noise from Viale Bertinoro and footfall from the entrance.
Is Abay noisy?
Viale Bertinoro is a through road in Rimini’s Marina district, so morning scooter traffic and evening restaurant-goers generate noise. Also, the street runs parallel to the main coast road, so occasional ambulance sirens carry.
Which rooms have the best views at Abay?
Rooms facing the rear courtyard offer a quieter outlook; there’s no sea view from this address, as it’s inland in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Abay?
1. Park on the street or nearby public lots—this hotel likely lacks dedicated parking for a 3-star in Rimini. 2. Request a room on the top floor (if available) for less noise from the lift shaft.
What time is check-in at Abay?
Check-in at Abay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Abay have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 30 Mbps typical; no login—choose network 'AbayGuest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Abay?
€2.50 per person per night for over-14s, paid cash at checkout
When is the best time to visit Rimini?
May, June and September: warm sea, long days but the crowds haven't peaked — or have eased off — and hotel rates are more reasonable than in August.
Top Attractions in Rimini
💡 Sit on the steps of the clock tower at sunset – the light hits the old buildings perfectly. The square is also where the weekly market sets up on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid wedding parties blocking the nave – they often book the church for ceremonies. Check the side chapels for the best art.
💡 Cross the road to the little traffic island in front of it for the best photo angle without cars. Go at dusk when the arch is lit up – it's far more dramatic than in full sun.
💡 Walk to the far end near the riverbank – fewer tourists go there, and you'll find old plane trees and a quieter spot for a picnic. There's a free public fitness station by the basketball court.
💡 Entry costs €6, but it's free on the first Sunday of each month. The museum has a small rooftop terrace with views over the old town – ask staff to unlock it.