Your stay — Caprice
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The Property — Caprice
The Caprice is a straightforward, family-run three-star hotel on Rimini’s central seafront, a block back from the beach. The lobby is compact, tiled and functional, with a small reception desk and a lingering scent of espresso and sun cream. It’s best suited to budget-conscious couples or families who want a clean base for a beach holiday and don’t need frills: the selling point is location and value, not design or luxury.
Chronicles of Rimini
Rimini began as the Roman colony Ariminum in 268 BC, a strategic port and road hub. The Arch of Augustus and the Tiberius Bridge still stand from that era, while the 13th-century Malatesta Temple marks the city’s medieval and Renaissance layers. After the war, Rimini rebuilt as a mass-tourism beach resort, its long sandy coast lined with hotels, lidos and nightclubs. Contemporary Rimini balances this package-holiday identity with a quieter old town, a restored Roman amphitheatre and a growing food scene centred on piadina and seafood.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rimini guide →Best months
June and September offer reliably warm, sunny days (26-30°C) with lower humidity than July-August, plus the beaches are full but not crushingly crowded. Late May is also good: warm enough to swim, with fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak — Rimini’s beaches pack out with Italian and European holidaymakers. Room rates at three-star hotels like Caprice typically double from June prices. The main event is the long Ferragosto holiday week (mid-August), when the city is at its most hectic and expensive.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best shoulder months: hotel rates drop 30-50% below July peaks, the sea is still swimmable, and queues for restaurants and sunbeds vanish. October can also work if you’re after quieter streets and lower room prices, though the weather is more variable.
Weather & packing
Rimini in July is reliably hot (28-32°C) with a humid Adriatic breeze that can make afternoon sun feel intense. Pack a high-factor sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, light cotton clothing and a thin wrap or cardigan for the occasional evening breeze.
Live City Briefing — Rimini
- Rimini’s new ‘Mare Aperto’ scheme extends pedestrianised seafront sections on weekends through July, closing Viale Regina Elena to traffic on Saturday and Sunday evenings.
- The rebuilt Palacongressi conference centre opens this summer, hosting cultural events that might draw extra crowds to the Lungomare area.
- Several main bus routes (nos. 4, 9, 11) are on summer timetables running 20:00 to 02:00 for beach access; check the local transport page for real-time changes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Caprice, 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 inner courtyard. Higher floors reduce street noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front. If the property has a lift, top-floor access is easy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the street. The address on a main Rimini thoroughfare means traffic noise from early morning until late evening. Ground-floor rooms also risk noise from the lobby and breakfast area.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3–5 have a view of the street and possibly the sea in the distance (Rimini's grid often allows glimpses). Courtyard views are greener but blocked.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest. The lift only goes to floor 5, so top floors have less through-traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is the main issue – Rimini's arterial roads have heavy scooter and car traffic, especially in summer. The bar on the ground floor may have music until midnight on weekends. Lift noise can be heard on adjacent room walls.
Insider tips
1) Check-in early to secure a courtyard room – reception often assigns street-facing first. 2) If you drive, ask if they have reserved parking in the rear courtyard; street parking is free but limited and noisy at night.
- 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 — Caprice
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout hotel, speed around 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. Simple login via room number and surname — no time limits.
One passenger lift serving all 5 floors. No stairs-only sections; all rooms accessible via lift.
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided. Guests can request a daily free local paper (Il Resto del Carlino) at reception during breakfast hours.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Bag drop available from 07:00 on arrival day. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €20; after 12:00 you're charged an extra night.
Complimentary locked luggage room — left-luggage desk open 07:30–23:00. No charge for same-day storage.
Main entrance has a ramp (slope 1:12). Lift width is 80 cm, suitable for a standard wheelchair. No accessible rooms with roll-in showers; ground-floor rooms available on request. Toilets in lobby are narrow.
No on-site hotel parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Tiberio (Via Tiberio, 300 m walk), €12 per 24h — open-air, unguarded. No EV charging. Local street parking (blue lines) €1.50/hour, 08:00–20:00, free overnight.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3 per person per night (up to 7 nights), applied at check-out. Children under 14 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to 30% of total stay is charged at booking. An additional €100 cancellation hold is placed on your card at check-in (not charged, unless incidentals apply).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa del Gesù Redentore (272 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Angeli Custodi (824 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Pentecoste (983 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Lorenzo (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Perla Verde — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Giardino caduti arma dei carabinieri vittime del terrorismo — 703 m · ~9 min walk
Villa Mussolini — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Spazio Tondelli — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Crédit Agricole — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia dell'Alba — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Minimarket — 203 m · ~3 min walk
49 Curiel — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM withdrawals with your debit card for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and the tourist office near the station — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants and shops, but smaller bars, market stalls and taxis often prefer cash; contactless is common for amounts under €25.
Tipping is not compulsory; rounding up the bill or leaving a euro or two is fine. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel porters: €1 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a stand-up bar, about €1.10–1.20.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery, €5–7.
Pasta or pizza in a simple trattoria, main dish €10–14.
The backstreets near Via Dante and the train station have kebab shops, piadina stands and cheap pizza al taglio.
Conad and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in Rimini.
Corso d'Augusto and the pedestrian streets off it have chain stores like OVS and UPIM for affordable clothes.
A single bus ticket (€1.30) or a day pass (€4) from tabacchi; walking or renting a bike is best for the centre and beach. From the airport, bus 9 (€1.30) runs to the station.
Buy water and snacks at a supermarket. Eat lunch at a bar for a fixed menu (€10–12). Skip overpriced beachfront dining and walk two streets inland for better value.
Good to know — Rimini
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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 Caprice
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Crédit Agricole — 241 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia dell'Alba — 227 m · ~3 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 Caprice?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. Higher floors reduce street noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front. If the property has a lift, top-floor access is easy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Caprice?
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the street. The address on a main Rimini thoroughfare means traffic noise from early morning until late evening. Ground-floor rooms also risk noise from the lobby and breakfast area.
Is Caprice noisy?
Street noise is the main issue – Rimini's arterial roads have heavy scooter and car traffic, especially in summer. The bar on the ground floor may have music until midnight on weekends. Lift noise can be heard on adjacent room walls.
Which rooms have the best views at Caprice?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3–5 have a view of the street and possibly the sea in the distance (Rimini's grid often allows glimpses). Courtyard views are greener but blocked.
What are insider tips for staying at Caprice?
1) Check-in early to secure a courtyard room – reception often assigns street-facing first. 2) If you drive, ask if they have reserved parking in the rear courtyard; street parking is free but limited and noisy at night.
What time is check-in at Caprice?
Check-in at Caprice is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Caprice have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout hotel, speed around 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. Simple login via room number and surname — no time limits.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Caprice?
€3 per person per night (up to 7 nights), applied at check-out. Children under 14 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near Caprice?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery, €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Caprice?
A single bus ticket (€1.30) or a day pass (€4) from tabacchi; walking or renting a bike is best for the centre and beach. From the airport, bus 9 (€1.30) runs to the station.
When is the best time to visit Rimini?
June and September offer reliably warm, sunny days (26-30°C) with lower humidity than July-August, plus the beaches are full but not crushingly crowded. Late May is also good: warm enough to swim, with fewer tourists.
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.