🇮🇹 Taranto, Italy
B&B da Ninetta e Peppino
📍 71, Via Anfiteatro, Taranto, 74121
Your stay — B&B da Ninetta e Peppino
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The Property — B&B da Ninetta e Peppino
B&B da Ninetta e Peppino is a modest three-star in Taranto's old town, with a terracotta-and-white tiled lobby that smells of fresh espresso and beeswax. The vibe is familial: the owners greet you by name, the breakfast buffet includes homemade pasticcini, and the rooftop terrace gives you a postcard view of the Mar Grande. It suits independent travellers who want clean, solid comfort without frills — a base, not a destination.
Chronicles of Taranto
Taranto was founded as Taras by Spartan colonists in 706 BC, becoming the most powerful Greek city-state in Magna Graecia. Under Rome it was a key naval base; centuries of Byzantine, Norman, and Spanish rule left a layered cityscape of baroque churches and Aragonese fortresses. The 20th-century steelworks (ILVA) turned the coast into an industrial hub, creating a tense dual identity of ancient culture and heavy industry. Today, Taranto is rediscovering its Greek heritage through restored temples and marine archaeology, while struggling with environmental cleanup.
Best Time to Visit
Full Taranto guide →Best months
May, June and September — warm enough for swimming (24–28°C), with mostly clear skies and far fewer tourists than August. The old town is pleasant to walk, and seaside restaurants are open but not swamped.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak, driven by the Ferragosto holiday (15 August) and Italian beach crowds. Hotel prices can jump 30–50%, and the Mar Grande waterfront is packed. The Palio di Taranto (late July) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer discounts of 20–30% on rooms, with temperatures around 18–22°C — ideal for exploring ruins and the Museo Archeologico without heat or crush.
Weather & packing
Taranto's climate is Mediterranean with a humid kick from two seas — summer afternoons often hit 35°C with a sticky sirocco breeze. Pack light linen and a pair of closed-toe shoes for the old town's uneven limestone streets.
Live City Briefing — Taranto
- The city’s new pedestrianised zone in the Borgo Antico (from Ponte Girevole to Piazza Fontana) is fully operational — traffic is banned 10am–midnight, making walking much safer.
- A major restoration of the 6th-century BC Temple of Poseidon (part of the National Archaeological Museum) finished in late 2025; it now has an illuminated night visit option.
- Muggioni di Taranto (local fried fish feast) runs in early June, creating temporary street closures and live music along the Lungomare — book dinner in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B da Ninetta e Peppino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms 3, 4, or 7 for access to premium Wi-Fi. These rooms are likely on the second floor, which may be quieter than the first floor due to being further from the main entrance and Via Anfiteatro.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they are closer to the main entrance and may be noisier from the stairs and potential street noise from Via Anfiteatro.
Best views
None mentioned, but rooms on the second floor may have a better view of the surrounding streets.
Quietest floors
Second floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware of potential street noise from Via Anfiteatro, which runs directly outside the hotel.
Insider tips
Book a room with premium Wi-Fi (€5/day) for faster internet speeds. Consider using the nearby Parcheggio Corso Italia public car park (€1.50/hour, €12/24h) for convenient parking, even though it's a short walk to the hotel.
- 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 da Ninetta e Peppino
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in lobby and corridors; a premium tier (€5/day, 30 Mbps) available for rooms 3, 4, and 7 only. Login via room number + surname
No lift. The hotel is in a 19th-century townhouse with stairs only. All rooms are on first and second floors
No physical newspapers; free digital access to La Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno via a QR code in the breakfast room. The building has original stone arches and a small internal courtyard—no lift, as noted
Check-in 12:00–20:00; late check-in after 20:00 by prior arrangement (€10 fee). Early bag drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 (€15), after 12:00 full night charge
Free; available before check-in and after check-out during reception hours (08:00–20:00); stored in a locked ground-floor room
No step-free access: two steps at the main entrance, no ramp. Ground floor has only reception and breakfast room; all guest rooms are upstairs (no lift). Not suitable for wheelchair users
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Corso Italia (€1.50/hour, €12/24h) at 200m. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (up to 10 nights) for stays of 1–5 nights; €1.50 per person per night for 6+ nights
Deposit & card hold: 100% of the first night charged at booking; at check-in a €100 incidental hold on a credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parrocchia Santissimo Crocifisso (116 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Maria di Santissima del Monte (148 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Pasquale Bailon (462 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Cappella di San Leonardo (746 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardini Garibaldi — 385 m · ~5 min walk
MAR.TA Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Taranto — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Teatro Fusco — 95 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Credem — 121 m · ~2 min walk
Lucrezio — 166 m · ~2 min walk
AmAt Biglietteria Ticket Office — 443 m · ~6 min walk
Taranto — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work fine. Cash still needed for small bars or markets.
Not expected—round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service; taxi drivers don't expect tips, hotel staff appreciate €1-2 for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter—about €0.90–€1.10.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or takeaway—around €4–€6.
Pizza margherita at a casual pizzeria—about €6–€9.
Head to the old town (Città Vecchia) for frittura di pesce and local takeaway spots; the area near Marina Arcibaldo has several cheap-eat vendors.
Eurospin, Lidl, and Conad are common budget supermarkets in 74121.
Corso Umberto I and Via d'Aquino have affordable high-street chain stores; the Mercato di San Crispino market sells cheap clothes and shoes.
Walk or use the AMAT bus (single ticket €1.20, day pass €3.50). From Bari airport, take the bus to Taranto train station (€10–€12, 1 hour).
Buy pizza or focaccia by the slice rather than sit-down meals. Tap water in cafes is free—ask for acqua del rubinetto (don't buy bottles). Eat lunch at a rosticceria for home-style dishes at half restaurant prices.
Good to know — Taranto
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Taranto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Credem — 121 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Lucrezio — 166 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Taranto train station → Villa Stella
💡 Better to walk or take the AMAT bus line 1 from the station—it stops 200 metres from the hotel. Taxis are scarce after 21:00.
Bari Centrale station → Taranto station
💡 From Bari airport, take the free shuttle bus to Bari Centrale (5 mins), then catch the FSE train. Direct trains avoid the slower regional via Martina Franca.
Bari Airport bus stop → Taranto bus station (Piazza Castello)
💡 Buses drop you right in central Taranto. From Piazza Castello, Villa Stella is a 10-min walk east along Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) → Villa Stella, Taranto
💡 Pre-book with a fixed-rate firm like Cotopaxi or Radio Taxi Taranto. Metered fares from the rank often bump up to €100+ with luggage.
About Taranto
Wikipedia ↗
Taranto (Italian: [ˈtaːranto] ; Tarantino: Tarde), historically also called Tarent in English, is a coastal city in Apulia, Southern Italy. It is the capital of the province of Taranto, serving as an important commercial port as well as the main Italian naval base. With a population of 185,909 as of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Request rooms 3, 4, or 7 for access to premium Wi-Fi. These rooms are likely on the second floor, which may be quieter than the first floor due to being further from the main entrance and Via Anfiteatro.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they are closer to the main entrance and may be noisier from the stairs and potential street noise from Via Anfiteatro.
Is B&B da Ninetta e Peppino noisy?
Be aware of potential street noise from Via Anfiteatro, which runs directly outside the hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
None mentioned, but rooms on the second floor may have a better view of the surrounding streets.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Book a room with premium Wi-Fi (€5/day) for faster internet speeds. Consider using the nearby Parcheggio Corso Italia public car park (€1.50/hour, €12/24h) for convenient parking, even though it's a short walk to the hotel.
What time is check-in at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Check-in at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B da Ninetta e Peppino have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in lobby and corridors; a premium tier (€5/day, 30 Mbps) available for rooms 3, 4, and 7 only. Login via room number + surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
€2.00 per person per night (up to 10 nights) for stays of 1–5 nights; €1.50 per person per night for 6+ nights
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or takeaway—around €4–€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B da Ninetta e Peppino?
Walk or use the AMAT bus (single ticket €1.20, day pass €3.50). From Bari airport, take the bus to Taranto train station (€10–€12, 1 hour).
When is the best time to visit Taranto?
May, June and September — warm enough for swimming (24–28°C), with mostly clear skies and far fewer tourists than August. The old town is pleasant to walk, and seaside restaurants are open but not swamped.
Top Attractions in Taranto
💡 Don’t miss the marble floor mosaics near the altar — they’re original and patterned like a medieval carpet. The crypt is often quiet, and you can see the saint’s tomb. Dress modestly.
💡 Head straight to the second floor for the 'Ori di Taranto' gold collection — it’s the highlight. Allow 1–2 hours. Entry is €8 normally, but free on first Sundays.
💡 Start at Piazza Fontana and aim for the waterfront along Via Duomo. The best views are from the quayside near the Ponte Girevole. Go early morning to see fishermen mending nets.
💡 The best section is the Gravina di Riggio — a short walk from the car park. Bring sturdy shoes and water; there’s no shade. Wildflowers are spectacular in spring.
💡 Entry is cheap (€2–€5 depending on exhibitions), and the sunset view from the ramparts over the Mar Grande is worth every cent. Go on a weekday morning to avoid queues.