Your stay — Imperiale
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The Property — Imperiale
The Imperiale is a solid three-star on Rimini's main seafront Viale Amerigo Vespucci, with clean, no-fuss rooms that lean toward a functional, 1970s-retro aesthetic. Breakfast is served in a bright ground-floor dining room overlooking the beach, and the USP is location: you step out of the lobby onto the sand, two minutes from the water. It works best for budget-conscious couples or groups who want a sea-facing base without paying for four-star frills. Standing in reception, you hear the shuffle of deckchair hire and smell salt air — this is an honest, practical hotel, not a design statement.
Chronicles of Rimini
Rimini was founded by the Umbri tribe, became the Roman colony Ariminum in 268 BC, and its Roman core survives in the Arch of Augustus and the Tiberius Bridge. In the 14th and 15th centuries, the Malatesta family turned it into a Renaissance court, building the Tempio Malatestiano. After World War II, the reconstruction boom transformed the beach into Europe's most concentrated strip of lidos, discos and family hotels. Today it balances a gritty, unpretentious seaside economy with a UNESCO-backed Centro Storico, and locals still argue over which beachfront gelateria makes the best stracciatella.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rimini guide →Best months
June and September: warm sea (20-23°C), mostly settled sun, and beach crowds are present but not suffocating. July also works if you want the full Italian-ferragosto vibe.
Peak / festival surge
August is the absolute peak: Ferragosto (15 Aug) packs every beach towel, hotel room, and restaurant reservation. Prices at the Imperiale double from low season, and the town hosts the 'Notte Rosa' festival (first weekend of July) with fireworks and all-night parties along the coast.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and September are budget sweet spots: you'll find rates 30-40% lower than August, the sea is still swimmable, and the beach bars are open but not crammed. The weather is milder, with average highs around 24°C.
Weather & packing
Rimini's summer is reliably Mediterranean-hot (28-32°C in July) but prone to late-afternoon thunderstorms bubbling in from the Apennines. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or a travel umbrella that fits in a beach bag — you'll need it for a quick dash from the lido back to the hotel.
Live City Briefing — Rimini
- Rimini's new 'Polo della Mobilità' bike-sharing scheme has expanded across the main beachfront, with 200 e-bikes added for summer 2026; you can rent from racks near the Grand Hotel.
- The renovated Rimini railway station forecourt reopens this June with a direct covered walkway to the bus stops for San Marino and Ravenna, cutting the previous 500-metre dash in the sun.
- A temporary pedestrian zone on Corso d'Augusto in the historic centre is active from 7pm to midnight in July, so expect traffic restrictions near the Arch of Augustus on summer evenings.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Imperiale, 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 rear of the building (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still reachable with the single lift if needed.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — expect scooter and traffic noise from Rimini’s main roads. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor (often a hum or clunk).
Best views
Rooms at the rear overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops — no traffic view, but quieter. Street-facing rooms have a view of the via and typical Rimini apartment blocks.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors (rear side).
🔊 Noise notes
Rimini’s streets are busy with motorbikes and delivery vans, especially from 7am and in the evening. The hotel’s street address means front-facing rooms will get this noise. The lift is a single small model — can be audible in adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1) Book a rear room directly with the hotel by phone — they can often guarantee a quiet spot. 2) The lift is small (fits 2 people with luggage); if you have heavy bags, request a low floor (2nd) but still at the rear.
- 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 — Imperiale
Free Wi-Fi throughout, password from reception; typical download speed 15 Mbps, no login page on connect
One lift serves all five floors; ground floor is the lobby level
Digital news available via PressReader on lobby tablet only; no physical newspapers delivered to rooms
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 11:00 at reception. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €30, after 13:00 charged as full night
Free luggage storage at reception; available 08:00–22:00 daily
No step-free access: front entrance has three steps. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or lift controls braille. No adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Tiberio at Via Tiberio 22, 250 metres, €12 per 24h. No EV charging on premises
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 14 and over, payable at checkout
Deposit & card hold: A €100 deposit per room is required at check-in for incidentals; prepayment of first night required for non-refundable rates
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa S. Antonio da Padova (984 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galleria Diamante — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Parchetto di portoverde — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Museo della Regina — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Farmacia Misano snc Dott. Costa Succursale Portoverde — 869 m · ~11 min walk
Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and along the seafront, which add fees and poor rates.
Major credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for good service at restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxi drivers and hotel staff don't expect tips, though leaving a couple of euros for housekeeping is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso (caffè) at a bar counter costs about €1.10.
A pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a piadina (flatbread filled with cheese and ham) will run you €4-6.
A main course of pasta or grilled fish at a trattoria costs around €10-15.
The seafront promenade and Viale Vespucci area have many kiosks and small stalls selling piadina, gelato and slices of pizza.
Conad, Coop and Eurospin are the main budget supermarkets in Rimini.
The main high street, Corso d'Augusto, has chain stores like OVS, H&M and Terranova for affordable clothing.
A single bus ticket is €1.30 (valid 75 minutes); a day pass costs around €4.50. From the airport, bus route 9 goes to the central station for €1.30.
Eat at trattorias away from the waterfront for better value; buy a bus day pass if making more than 3 trips; fill a water bottle at public fountains (fontanella) for free.
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 Imperiale
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Farmacia Misano snc Dott. Costa Succursale Portoverde — 869 m · ~11 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 Imperiale?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still reachable with the single lift if needed.
Which rooms should I avoid at Imperiale?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — expect scooter and traffic noise from Rimini’s main roads. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor (often a hum or clunk).
Is Imperiale noisy?
Rimini’s streets are busy with motorbikes and delivery vans, especially from 7am and in the evening. The hotel’s street address means front-facing rooms will get this noise. The lift is a single small model — can be audible in adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Imperiale?
Rooms at the rear overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops — no traffic view, but quieter. Street-facing rooms have a view of the via and typical Rimini apartment blocks.
What are insider tips for staying at Imperiale?
1) Book a rear room directly with the hotel by phone — they can often guarantee a quiet spot. 2) The lift is small (fits 2 people with luggage); if you have heavy bags, request a low floor (2nd) but still at the rear.
What time is check-in at Imperiale?
Check-in at Imperiale is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Imperiale have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, password from reception; typical download speed 15 Mbps, no login page on connect
Is there a city or tourist tax at Imperiale?
€3.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 14 and over, payable at checkout
Where can I eat cheaply near Imperiale?
A pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a piadina (flatbread filled with cheese and ham) will run you €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Imperiale?
A single bus ticket is €1.30 (valid 75 minutes); a day pass costs around €4.50. From the airport, bus route 9 goes to the central station for €1.30.
When is the best time to visit Rimini?
June and September: warm sea (20-23°C), mostly settled sun, and beach crowds are present but not suffocating. July also works if you want the full Italian-ferragosto vibe.
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.