Grand HotelDuomo

Perfect location, although the rooms are fairly average and quite dated. The hotel itself is old-fashioned, which was a bit of a surprise at first — including physical keys rather than key cards. That said, everything was clean, which was reassuring. Soundproofing isn’t great, and you can hear noise from neighbouring rooms such as TVs, taps, and showers. We were initially concerned this might affect sleep, but thankfully it wasn’t too disruptive. Our room faced the street, so there was also some outside noise at night and in the morning from traffic and street cleaning. On the positive side, the staff at reception were very friendly and always happy to help, whether answering questions or arranging taxis quickly when needed. The standout feature of this hotel is definitely its location. Stepping outside gives you plenty of great places to eat right away, and the nearby tower is within walking distance for sightseeing. Even the hotel rooftop offers a nice view. The train station is around a 20-minute walk, or a short taxi ride. There are also lots of interesting small shops nearby, including a traditional food store just opposite the hotel which was a highlight for us. Breakfast is fairly average, so we sometimes chose to eat out instead, especially with so many good options nearby. Overall, I would recommend this hotel for its location and price, but be aware that the rooms are basic and it can be a bit noisy.