🇮🇹 Vicenza, Italy
Hotel Doge
📍 Via Alfonso Lamarmora 20, Vicenza, 36100
Photo: official website
Your stay — Hotel Doge
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The Property — Hotel Doge
The Hotel Doge is a reliable three-star just off Vicenza's main shopping street, Corso Palladio. Its lobby mixes marble floors with modern leather seating — clean, unfussy, Italian business-hotel style. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from the Teatro Olimpico and Piazza dei Signori, without the Piazza's noise. It suits independent travellers who want a solid, central base rather than charm or character.
Chronicles of Vicenza
Vicenza was a Roman municipium, then a medieval commune, but its real transformation came under the architect Andrea Palladio in the 16th century. He redesigned the city's palazzi, basilica and villas with precise classical proportions that earned UNESCO World Heritage status. The city remains a living museum of Palladian architecture, yet it's also a prosperous industrial hub for gold jewellery and machinery. Contemporary Vicenza balances heritage with a sharp, no-nonsense Veneto pragmatism — less touristy than Verona or Venice.
Best Time to Visit
Full Vicenza guide →Best months
May and September for mild temperatures (18-25°C) and light crowds; October also works, with autumn colours and the wine harvest nearby.
Peak / festival surge
April-June and September for good weather and major events (VicenzaOro jewellery fair in January/September, Settimana Musicale in May/June). Hotel prices rise 30-50% in fair weeks; book early.
Budget shoulder season
Late March and October-November for discounts of 20-30% on peak rates, mild weather (10-18°C in November), and fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Vicenza sits in a basin that traps summer humidity and winter fog; July afternoons often hit 30°C with muggy air. Pack light linen or cotton tops plus a thin rain jacket for sudden thunderstorms.
Live City Briefing — Vicenza
- Piazza dei Signori and Corso Palladio have new pedestrian zones as of 2025, so driving near the hotel requires a ZTL pass — avoid entering without it.
- The Teatro Olimpico now requires timed-entry tickets booked online; queues at the box office can be 45+ minutes in summer.
- Several palazzi along the Riviera Berica are closed for restoration until late 2026, but the Basilica Palladiana and the Museo Civico remain open.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Doge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (courtyard side). These floors are above street level, reducing pedestrian and traffic noise from Via Alfonso Lamarmora, while the rear position avoids the main road entirely.
Rooms to avoid
Please avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street. This level is closest to ground-level noise from Via Alfonso Lamarmora – a residential road but with local traffic and potential early morning activity. Also skip any rooms directly above the main entrance or lift shaft on this floor, as the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on upper floors (second or third) offer a view over Via Alfonso Lamarmora and a glimpse of Vicenza’s residential architecture – red-tiled roofs and narrow facades. Courtyard rooms show a quiet internal courtyard, likely with plants or nearby building backs. No grand vistas, but the street side has more local character.
Quietest floors
The second and third floors are the quietest – above street-level bustle, below roof machinery (if any), and with the lift noise less intrusive. Top floor may be quieter but check for attic-like rooms under the roof which could have creaks or less insulation.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Alfonso Lamarmora is a residential street, not a main thoroughfare, but expect normal city noise: cars, scooters, and some pedestrian footfall from early morning until late evening. Weekend nights may see increased activity from local bars in the city centre (within walking distance). The lift shaft, running between floors, can transmit noise to adjacent rooms – avoid rooms ending in 01 or 20 (common lift-adjacent numbers) if possible, or request a room away from the lift on the same floor.
Insider tips
[1] Check-in tip: Parking in Vicenza is tight. The hotel has no private parking, so ask in advance about nearby garages – there are a couple under 200 metres away on Via Lamarmora or on Via Muggia. Book a spot if possible. [2] Request a room on the rear courtyard side if sleep quality is your priority – it’s notably quieter than the street side, and the view is pleasant in a low-key Italian way.
- 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 — Hotel Doge
free Wi-Fi (basic, ≤10 Mbps) with room code; premium tier €5/day for 50 Mbps
single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
no complimentary newspapers; digital FT access not available. Building is a renovated 19th-century townhouse—note the original iron balcony and painted ceilings in the lobby.
check-in 14:00–22:00 (weekdays), 14:00–24:00 (weekends); late arrivals by prior arrangement. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out €20 until 14:00, after 14:00 charged half-night rate.
free for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage only if rebooking same hotel
no step-free entrance (2 steps at main door); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or lifts wide enough for larger chairs
no on-site parking; valet unavailable. Nearest public car park: Garage Lamarmora, €15/night (uncovered), 8-min walk. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, children under 14 exempt
Deposit & card hold: first night charged at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Marco in San Girolamo (388 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Misericordia (394 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: chiesa del Patronato Leone XIII (592 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria in Aracoeli (620 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Querini — 385 m · ~5 min walk
Gallerie di palazzo Leoni Montanari — 776 m · ~10 min walk
Cinema Teatro San Marco — 196 m · ~2 min walk
Parco giochi S. Marco — 133 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Farmacia Cegan — 765 m · ~10 min walk
Il Granaio di Eva e Nadia — 312 m · ~4 min walk
Vicenza — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Vicenza airport or tourist spots – they charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless card payments (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted in most shops, supermarkets, and restaurants; small cafes or market stalls may prefer cash.
Not expected – round up the bill in restaurants for service, leave small change for taxis; hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar (counter) – around €1.10-1.30.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or takeaway – about €5-7.
Pasta dish at a trattoria – approximately €10-14 for a main.
Pizza al taglio (by slice) from bakeries or kebab shops near Piazza dei Signori; also aperitivo buffets (€8-12 drinks included) on Corso Palladio in early evening.
Supermercato Coop (by the train station) and Lidl (south of centre) are common; both have good value basics.
Via Quattro Novembre and Corso Palladio have Zara, H&M, OVS – standard high-street prices; no market for clothes in the centre.
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) – about €4 from tabacchi; from Vicenza airport (VCE? likely Treviso/Venice) take the bus to Vicenza station (€7-9), not a taxi (€50+).
Fill water bottles at public fountains (fontanella) for free; skip sit-down pizza dinners – buy slices for half the price; look for fix-price lunch deals in bars near Piazza dei Signori (€7-10).
Good to know — Vicenza
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
VicenzaFor all emergencies in Italy, dial 112 (single European emergency number). In Vicenza, the local police (Polizia Locale) can be reached on 0444 221100 for non-urgent matters.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vicenza, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Doge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Cegan — 765 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Vicenza Autostazione (bus A, platform 3) → Piazza Matteotti (bus stop 'Matteotti')
💡 Buy a single ticket from the tabacchi near the station—don't try to buy on board (no driver sales). Get off at 'Matteotti' and walk 4 minutes east along Contrà del Monte to Via Giuriato. For a day exploring, get a 'Biglietto Giornaliero' for €4—valid on all SVT buses.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) - bus stop outside arrivals → Vicenza Autostazione (central bus station)
💡 Buy your ticket online from BusItalia Veneto or at the airport newsstand. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from B&B Casa Veneta (Via Giuriato). Avoid the taxi from the airport—they can charge €150+ one way.
Venezia Mestre station (regional platform) → Vicenza Stazione Centrale (Piazzale della Stazione)
💡 For B&B Casa Veneta, take the regional train (Regionale Veloce) not the high-speed—it’s half the price and only 10 minutes slower. Exit the station, walk left down Viale della Pace, then right into Via Giuriato, about 900 metres. No shuttle needed.
Vicenza Stazione Centrale (taxi rank outside main exit) → B&B Casa Veneta, Via Giuriato 12
💡 Download the 'Taxi Vicenza' app or call +39 0444 545454. It’s just under a kilometre—walk unless you have heavy luggage. No Uber or Bolt here. Use cash or card, but confirm first.
About Vicenza
Wikipedia ↗
Vicenza ( vih-CHENT-sə, Italian: [viˈtʃɛntsa] ; Venetian: Vicença or Vicensa [viˈtʃeŋsa], archaically Vixenza [viˈzeŋ(t)sa]) is a city in northeastern Italy. It is in the Veneto region, at the northern base of the Monte Berico, where it straddles the River Bacchiglione. Vicenza is approximately 60 k...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Doge?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (courtyard side). These floors are above street level, reducing pedestrian and traffic noise from Via Alfonso Lamarmora, while the rear position avoids the main road entirely.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Doge?
Please avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street. This level is closest to ground-level noise from Via Alfonso Lamarmora – a residential road but with local traffic and potential early morning activity. Also skip any rooms directly above the main entrance or lift shaft on this floor, as the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms.
Is Hotel Doge noisy?
Via Alfonso Lamarmora is a residential street, not a main thoroughfare, but expect normal city noise: cars, scooters, and some pedestrian footfall from early morning until late evening. Weekend nights may see increased activity from local bars in the city centre (within walking distance). The lift shaft, running between floors, can transmit noise to adjacent rooms – avoid rooms ending in 01 or 20 (common lift-adjacent numbers) if possible, or request a room away from the lift on the same floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Doge?
Street-facing rooms on upper floors (second or third) offer a view over Via Alfonso Lamarmora and a glimpse of Vicenza’s residential architecture – red-tiled roofs and narrow facades. Courtyard rooms show a quiet internal courtyard, likely with plants or nearby building backs. No grand vistas, but the street side has more local character.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Doge?
[1] Check-in tip: Parking in Vicenza is tight. The hotel has no private parking, so ask in advance about nearby garages – there are a couple under 200 metres away on Via Lamarmora or on Via Muggia. Book a spot if possible. [2] Request a room on the rear courtyard side if sleep quality is your priority – it’s notably quieter than the street side, and the view is pleasant in a low-key Italian way.
What time is check-in at Hotel Doge?
Check-in at Hotel Doge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Doge have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi (basic, ≤10 Mbps) with room code; premium tier €5/day for 50 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Doge?
€1.50 per person per night, children under 14 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Doge?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or takeaway – about €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Doge?
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) – about €4 from tabacchi; from Vicenza airport (VCE? likely Treviso/Venice) take the bus to Vicenza station (€7-9), not a taxi (€50+).
When is the best time to visit Vicenza?
May and September for mild temperatures (18-25°C) and light crowds; October also works, with autumn colours and the wine harvest nearby.
Top Attractions in Vicenza
💡 Free entry to the internal courtyard and ground-floor shops. Paid access to the rooftop terrace (worth €5).
💡 Best in late afternoon for shade. Free public toilets near the entrance.
💡 Grab a coffee at a bar facing the square and watch the evening passeggiata.
💡 Check for reduced-price tickets on the first Sunday of the month. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Ask at the ticket desk for the combined ticket with the Palazzo Chiericati museum to save money.