Agora' Palace Hotel – 4-Star Hotel in Biella

Agora’ Palace Hotel

The Agora’ Palace Hotel is a 4-star hotel in the centre of Biella, in Piedmont, just a few steps from the pedestrian area and only 5 minutes by car from the medieval village of Piazzo.

The property caters to both business travellers and couples or families, offering air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms with flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom with courtesy set. The range includes compact solutions such as the Executive Double Room, double rooms with a bathtub, the Junior Suite with a separate sitting area and the spacious Suite with views of the Biella Alps, a separate lounge and a marble bathroom with a whirlpool tub.

Main services include free parking, free WiFi throughout the property, a gym, a business centre and an airport shuttle. Breakfast, served every morning, offers Italian, international and gluten-free options, while the Sartoria restaurant serves à la carte dishes at lunch and dinner, complemented in summer by the rooftop panoramic lounge bar.

Located opposite Zumaglini park and at the foot of the Alps, the hotel is a convenient base for visiting Biella’s historic centre and the Sanctuary of Oropa, about 9 km away.

★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 664 reviews

Room types

The rooms at the Agora’ Palace Hotel range from compact solutions to spacious, articulated suites, all equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, minibar, private bathroom and flat-screen TV with Mediaset Premium channels. The simplest types, such as the Executive Double Room and the Standard Twin Room, measure around 21-24 sqm and are designed for practical stays in the heart of Biella.

Moving up in category, there are rooms with a bathtub, the Standard Triple Room for small groups of up to 3 people, and the two Deluxe options with a walk-in shower and a tea and coffee making set. The most exclusive accommodations are the Junior Suite, with a separate sitting area, and the 50 sqm Suite, the largest in the property, with views of the Biella Alps, a marble bathroom, a whirlpool tub and a private Turkish bath.

Executive Double Room

21 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Mountain view, City view, Air conditioning

The Executive Double Room is the most compact type in the hotel, with 21 sqm of space and views spanning the mountains and the city skyline. It features a 32-inch LCD TV with Mediaset Premium channels, a minibar and a private bathroom with shower, plus air conditioning and soundproofed walls for a good night’s rest.

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Standard Twin Room

24 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Bathroom with shower, Minibar

At 24 sqm, this twin room features two single beds and is one of the room types with a bathroom fitted with both a bathtub and a shower, ideal for those who prefer a relaxing bath after a day out exploring Biella. The room is completed by a 32-inch LCD TV, minibar and air conditioning.

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Suite

50 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 2 guests
Separate lounge, Turkish bath, Whirlpool tub

The Suite is the largest accommodation in the hotel, with 50 sqm overlooking the garden and the Biella Alps. It is the only room with a separate lounge and a marble bathroom fitted with a whirlpool tub and a private Turkish bath, plus two 32-inch LCD TVs and a minibar.

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Junior Suite

40 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 2 guests
Sitting area, Bathtub, Minibar

Larger than the standard rooms at 40 sqm, the Junior Suite offers a sitting area separate from the sleeping area, plus a bathroom with bathtub and shower, a 32-inch LCD TV, minibar and free WiFi, for those seeking more space without giving up the services of the Suite.

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Standard Double/Twin Room

24 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Free WiFi, Minibar

This flexible room can be set up with an extra-large double bed and features a bathroom with bathtub and shower, a 32-inch LCD TV with Mediaset Premium channels, minibar and free WiFi, with the same 24 sqm floor area as the other standard rooms.

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Standard Triple Room

26 m² · Private bathroom

3 single beds
Max 3 guests
Bathtub, Air conditioning, Minibar

Designed for groups of up to 3 people, the Standard Triple Room is the type with the largest capacity among the standard rooms, with 26 air-conditioned sqm, a bathroom with bathtub and shower, minibar and LCD TV with Mediaset Premium Sport channels.

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Deluxe Double Room

24 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
Walk-in shower, Tea and coffee set, Courtesy set

In the Deluxe category, this double room stands out for its walk-in shower, bidet, hairdryer and courtesy set in the bathroom, plus a tea and coffee making set not found in the standard rooms, and a flat-screen TV with streaming services.

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Deluxe Twin Room

24 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Walk-in shower, Tea and coffee set, Air conditioning

A twin counterpart to the Deluxe Double Room with the same 24 sqm floor area, this room features two single beds with the same level of finishes: walk-in shower, tea and coffee making set, air conditioning and flat-screen TV with streaming services.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for a 4-star hotel in the centre of Biella, just a few steps from the pedestrian area and Zumaglini park.
Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: the location of the Agora' Palace Hotel was rated 9.4 precisely by guests travelling as a pair.
Yes, if you enjoy good food: the Sartoria restaurant and the buffet breakfast are among the aspects most mentioned in reviews.
Yes, if you're travelling by car: free private parking is available directly at the hotel in a garage.
Yes, if you're travelling with your pet: pets are allowed on request, with a possible surcharge.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're looking for the most affordable option in the area: the value for money, while good, is the lowest-rated category among those reviewed (8.7).
Maybe not, if you're travelling in large groups: for bookings of more than 6 rooms, the hotel may apply different conditions and surcharges.
Maybe not, if you plan to stay between 10 July and 30 August, a period during which renovation works are scheduled at the property.
Maybe not, if you don't have a credit card with you: at check-in, a valid ID and a credit card must be presented.

Hotel facilities & services

The Agora’ Palace Hotel offers guests a wide range of general services, including a 24-hour front desk, lift, hairdresser, airport shuttle service, luggage storage and a business centre with meeting spaces. There is also a fitness area with a gym, useful for those staying for work or sport.

For meals, the hotel offers an in-house restaurant, a bar, the possibility of breakfast in the room and special diet menus on request, as well as a minibar in every room. Parking is available in a garage, convenient for those arriving by car from the Alps or from Turin.

Among the technological services are flat-screen TVs with cable and satellite channels in every room and free internet access throughout the property, while private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe and free toiletries complete the room amenities.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Parking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Flat-screen TV
2 restaurants
Airport shuttle
Gym

General facilities

Terrace
Bicycle rental
Bike tours
Walking tours
ATM
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
24-hour front desk
Family rooms available
Ironing service
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Fax/photocopying
Business centre
Meeting/banquet facilities
Smoke alarms
Key card access
Safety deposit box
Shuttle service
On-site minimarket
Air conditioning
Entirely non-smoking property
Allergy-free room
Heating
Soundproofing
Car rental
Laptop safe
Soundproofed rooms available
Lift
Hairdresser/beauty salon
Facilities for disabled guests
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Wake-up service
Room service
Emergency cord in bathroom
Lowered sink
Raised toilet
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair access
Fitness
Gym

Parking

Garage

Food & drink

Special diet menus (on request)
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room available
Bar
Minibar
Restaurant
Electric kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Bidet
Slippers
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Wardrobe or closet
Electric kettle
Socket near the bed
Desk

Location & what to see

The Agora’ Palace Hotel occupies a building on Via Lamarmora, in the heart of Biella, right opposite Zumaglini park and just a few steps from the city’s main pedestrian area. The property stands at the foot of the Biella Alps, in a central district that combines historic buildings, shops and informal dining spots, such as the nearby Bar Mario, only 50 metres away.

In terms of connections, Biella Piano railway station is about 800 metres away, while the Cathedral of Santo Stefano is 450 metres away and the Baptistery about 500 metres, both reachable on foot. The medieval village of Piazzo, with its arcaded streets, is about a 5-minute drive away, and Turin can be reached in just over an hour. For those arriving by air, the closest airports are Turin, 49 km away, and Malpensa, 51 km away.

The area is suited to both cultural stays and excursions into the surrounding nature: besides the historic churches in the centre, such as San Sebastiano and San Filippo, the Sanctuary of Oropa, one of the most important Marian complexes in the Alps, is located about 9 km from the hotel. In winter the area becomes a starting point for the nearby Oropa ski slopes, while in summer walks in the Brich di Zumaglia Nature Reserve, about 5 km away, and excursions among the villages of the Biella area are popular.

Cathedral of Santo Stefano — Gothic cathedral in the historic centre, among the main churches in Biella 450 m

Baptistery — Ancient early Christian baptistery, among the most visited historic monuments 500 m

Tower — Historic tower symbolising the centre of Biella 550 m

Church of San Sebastiano — Renaissance church with frescoes, a destination for cultural visits 550 m

Sanctuary of Oropa — Marian sanctuary among the most important in the western Alps 9 km

Bar Mario — Historic bar just a stone's throw from the hotel, perfect for a coffee break 50 m

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What guests say about Agora’ Palace Hotel

8.9

Fabulous · 664 reviews

Staff

9.6

Comfort

9.3

Location

9.4

Cleanliness

9.3

Facilities

9

Value for money

8.7

Free Wi-Fi

8.5

Guests particularly praise the friendliness of the staff, rated 9.6, and the cleanliness of the rooms, with a score of 9.3. The central location (9.4) and room comfort are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, though solid at 8.7, remains the category with the greatest room for improvement.