Hotel Reviews for Turin, Alba, Bra, Cuneo, Saluzzo.
Independent Advice to Help Choose the Best Hotel in Central Piedmont.
Where to stay to visit Central Piedmont?
Read our story An Italian Itinerary - Small Cities in Piedmont to learn about these cities and other enjoyable Piedmont attractions. This article suggests hotels in the larger towns on that self-guided tour: Turin, Cuneo, Bra, Saluzzo.Alba
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- TURIN Capital of Piedmont in most every way, this sophisticated large city is a treat.
- CUNEO A surprisingly lively provincial city of 56,000 close to the Ligurian Alps.
- BRA Home of Slow Food and rightly called, 'The Jewel of Piedmont Baroque.'
- SALUZZO Independent for 400 years with a movie set old town & a famous monastery near.
- ALBA World famous for good food, truffles, wine, and Nutella, it has a splendid old center.
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Where to Stay
Population 56,000. The historic center is walkable, sophisticated, and full of life. Driving and parking is easy, only a few streets are restricted. See All 19 Booking.com Properties in Cuneo
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| Cuneo Palazzi. |
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Best Western Hotel Principe € Moderate pricing
Although it has a Best Western
affiliation, this is a family run hotel. It's in a 19th
century palace in the heart of the historic center of Cuneo, close to
the Cathedral, on the Piazza Tancredi Galimberti. The whole area is
a pedestrian zone, with elegant arcades and pretty walks. They
include a free breakfast and free wifi, and parking is available by
reservation for 10E per night. 50 rooms.
Hotel Palazzo Lovera € Moderate pricing
Set in a historic building in the
center, the amenities here include a fitness center and two
well-regarded restaurants on the premises. The staff is welcoming,
and willing to accommodate special needs of bike tours, as well. The
breakfast is remarkable, there's wifi access in public areas and some
rooms, and on site parking is available for 15E per night. 47 rooms.
B&B Contrada Dei Giardini € Economical pricing
Located in a baroque building in the
historic center, this two room B & B is carefully attended to,
and every detail is taken in to account. There are parquet floors, a
common room with TV, loaner bikes, and a shared bath. Breakfast and
wifi are included, no parking. 2 rooms.
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Where to Stay
Population 29,000. The historic center has restricted traffic (ZTL) but there are several large parking areas around it, and free street parking is generally found a 10 minute walk away. See All 10 Booking.com Bra Properties
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Albergo Cantine Ascheri € Moderate pricing
Affiliated with the winery of the same
name, this hotel is on the periphery of the old town, near the train
station. The design is modern and airy, there's a bar and a library,
the rooms are spacious and stylish. Higher rooms are lighter, and
you'll be near several very good restaurants. Free parking, free
breakfast, free wifi. 27 rooms
Albergo Badellino € Economical pricing
Very centrally located, near the big
piazza where the market is held. Simple, modest rooms which are
clean and seem like a good value. Free breakfast, nearby parking (or
call ahead to see if there's room in the courtyard), free wifi. 17
rooms
Nuovo Hotel Giardini € Economical pricing
Also very centrally located, right on
the big piazza, this hotel is rather old-fashioned, but quite
convenient. Free parking nearby, free breakfast, free wifi. 22
rooms.
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Where to Stay
Population 17,000. The old historic center is on a hillside and a pedestrian zone, but you can drive around it to the castle on top. The adjacent newer part of town is flat and driveable and parking is not hard. See All 17 Booking.com Saluzzo Properties
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Hotel San Giovanni Resort € Economical pricing
Centrally located in the historic
center of Saluzzo, the hotel is in a converted 15th
century convent. Right at the top of town, it has some good views,
and some rooms look out on the lovely cloister. There's an on site
restaurant, and the free breakfast is served in the old monastery
kitchen. Wifi is free, and on site parking is free although somewhat
limited, so you might want to call ahead. They'll provide a pass to
the ZTL (zone of limited traffic) so that you can drive right in. 13
rooms
Hotel Antiche Mura € Economical pricing
This too is in the historic center, and
is in a 14th c. building. The rooms are spacious, some
with balconies and garden views. The narrow cobbled streets are
quiet at night, and the staff goes the extra mile, providing
particularly good personal service. Breakfast and wifi are free,
there's free public parking in the area. 23 rooms
Hotel Antico Podere Propano € Economical pricing
A ten minute walk from the center of
town, this hotel has the feel of a good B & B, and is located in
an old farm complex from 1525. Many rooms have some antique
features, such as beamed or arched ceilings. There are geese and a
couple of pleasant dogs around, free on site parking, free breakfast,
and free wifi. A good center for biking tours. 30 rooms.
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Where to Stay
Population 32,000. The historic center is compact and a pedestrian zone, but there's a ring road so driving close is not hard. Parking can be tight at peak times, not hard off-peak. See All 66 Alba Booking.com Properties
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| Alba Gourmet Shop. |
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Palazzo Finati € Moderate pricing
The Palazzo is a 19th
century building located near the cathedral, about 10 minutes from
the train station. The rooms are individual and elegant, with wooden
floors and Persian rugs. Parking is available on site for 10 E a
day, and should be reserved. Wifi and breakfast are included. Ask
for a room in the back with a balcony for a airy, tranquil stay. 9
rooms.
Hotel Langhe € Moderate pricing
Just a 5 minute drive, or a nice 20
minute walk from the center of Alba, this pleasant hotel offers free
private parking and breakfast. Most rooms have a private garden or
balcony, and it's peaceful and quiet, with a friendly staff. Wifi is
free, but not always strong. 25 rooms
Casa Dellatorre € Moderate pricing
Location, location, location. This B &
B is right in the middle of town, near some of the best restaurants.
There's an inner garden, tastefully furnished rooms, breakfast is
included. There's wifi in the public areas, and nearby pay parking.
3 rooms
Hotel Calissano € Moderate pricing
On the edge of town about ½ mile from
the cathedral, this modern hotel offers a fitness center and a
restaurant on site. Surprisingly furnished with nice antiques and
wood flooring, the rooms are larger than in older hotels, very
comfortable, and some have terraces with views over the hills. Free
on site parking, free breakfast, free wifi. 89 rooms
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Where to Stay
Population 871,000 but with a larger metro area population. Torino is sophisticated and varied, full of history and tradition yet changing rapidly in perfect Italian paradox. The airport is connected by train and bus to the city center. There is metro rail service, as well as subway system in partial operation and expanding. Driving in the city center is not advised and/or impossible, but driving into or out of the city is not especially difficult and the metro area is almost circumnavigated by autostrade.
See All 416 Turin Booking.com Properties
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Turin Palace € Moderate pricing
This hotel is all newly refurbished, and although it's across from the train station the double windows make it very quiet. They offer a gym and spa, and a free mini bar with non-alcoholic drinks in each room. Close to restaurants and the metro. There are some great views from higher floors. Breakfast is included, on site parking is 25E per day, wifi is free. 127 rooms.
NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlino € Moderate to Expensive pricing
Set in a 17th century building on a quiet piazza, the rooms have been newly renovated, and are quite chic. There's a gym, it's close to many attractions. Breakfast is included, off site public parking is available for a fee, wifi is free. 160 rooms.
Grand Hotel Sitea € Expensive pricing
A traditional and elegant hotel, it has old-fashioned charm, but all newly decorated. There's a gym, it's a nice central location in a pedestrian zone. Breakfast is included, off site public parking is 25E per day, wifi is free. 120 rooms
NH Torino Santo Stefano € Moderate pricing
There's lots of architecture going on here, with a dramatic central atrium and modern furnishings. Set in a fashionable district full of shops and restaurants, it's only 500 feet from the cathedral. Breakfast is included, on site parking is 20E per day, wifi is free. 125 rooms
Hotel Adalesia € Inexpensive pricing
For a central location, near the train station and the attractions, this simpler hotel is regarded as quite economical for the location. The rooms are spacious, there's no elevator, but the stairs to the first floor are easy. Breakfast can be served in your room on request for a small charge, on site parking is 18E per day, wifi is free. 9 rooms.
B & B Terres d'Aventure Suites € Inexpensive pricing
In a lovely 17th century building, this B & B has been redone with sleek contemporary furniture. Apparently this was originally a house built around a courtyard, and now offers accommodations that are pleasant and very centrally located. The rooms are large, the included breakfast is rather sugary, but you can request eggs. Off site public parking, free wifi. 5 rooms.
Residenza del'Opera € Inexpensive pricing
Spacious simple rooms with big windows and fully equipped kitchenettes, newly renovated. Great central location, surrounded by shopping, restaurants, and history. On site parking 15 E per day, free wifi. Plenty of breakfast options close, or you can make your own. 17 rooms.
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