Hotel Piazza Vecchia

Name: Hotel Piazza Vecchia
Address: Via B. Colleoni 3/5, 24129 Bergamo, Italy, Bergamo, Lombardy, IT
Price range: €€€€
Rating: 9

Hotel Piazza Vecchia is a 4-star property occupying a fourteenth-century terraced house along the main street of Città Alta, in Bergamo, just 50 metres from the square that gives it its name.

The air-conditioned, soundproofed rooms are furnished with parquet flooring and equipped with satellite TV, a coffee machine and a private bathroom with shower or bathtub: several room types offer views of the city, the mountains or the inner courtyard, while the larger options add a balcony or sitting area, up to the family room designed for those travelling with children.

An Italian buffet breakfast is served every morning, which can be enjoyed on the terrace in summer. The location is one of the most appreciated features: the Cathedral, the Palazzo della Ragione and the Duomo are just steps away, while Orio al Serio Airport can be reached in a few minutes and the railway station is connected by a funicular service. Please note that the hotel is accessible only via stairs, a detail to bear in mind for guests with mobility issues.

★ 9 · Excellent · 1.412 reviews

Room types

The seven room types at Hotel Piazza Vecchia share parquet flooring, air conditioning, soundproofing, satellite TV and a private bathroom with courtesy set, but differ in size and outlook. The more compact options, between 18 and 21 sqm, look onto the historic centre’s street, the inner courtyard or the Campanone Tower, while the 27 sqm rooms add a balcony with mountain views and, in the Deluxe version, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a sitting area.

For those travelling with children, the Family Room with Balcony is available, combining the extra-large double bed with a sofa bed for up to four people. The rooms with single beds, designed for those who prefer to sleep separately, also offer a walk-in shower, bathtub and views of the city or the mountains, rounding out a range designed for both couples and families.

Classic Double Room

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Satellite TV, Street view

The most compact room type in the property, with an en-suite bathroom and parquet flooring, overlooks the main street of the historic centre directly. It does not offer extra beds, making it ideal for couples who don’t need extra space.

Show prices

Superior Double Room

21 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Satellite TV, Tower view

Compared to the Classic, it offers a few extra square metres and a more striking outlook, over the inner courtyard or the Campanone Tower, a detail that makes it a preferable choice for those seeking a distinctive view.

Show prices

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

27 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Mountain view, Sitting area

The most spacious of the classic double rooms, with a sitting area and a small private balcony overlooking the mountains. The 32-inch flat-screen TV is an extra compared to other rooms in the same category.

Show prices

Family Room with Balcony

27 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 2 sofa beds
Max 4 guests
Balcony, View, Flat-screen TV

The only room in the property designed for families, able to accommodate up to four people thanks to the additional sofa bed. It has a balcony and a view, keeping the same size as the Deluxe but with greater capacity.

Show prices

Double/Twin Room with Single Beds

18 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Bathrobe, Sitting area

Designed for those who prefer to sleep in separate beds, it stands out for its bathroom with walk-in shower, bathtub and bidet, plus a sitting area and city view not found in the Classic of the same size.

Show prices

Superior Double/Twin Room with City View

21 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Mountain view, Coffee machine

A superior version of the twin room, with a few extra square metres and mountain views instead of city views. It retains the walk-in shower, bathtub and sitting area.

Show prices

Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to sleep in the heart of Città Alta, just 50 metres from Piazza Vecchia.
Yes, if you appreciate the charm of a historic fourteenth-century building with parquet furnishings.
Yes, if you're travelling with your pet, allowed on request.
Yes, if you want to enjoy an Italian buffet breakfast, even on the terrace during the summer months.
Yes, if you're travelling as a family: the Family Room with Balcony accommodates up to 4 people.

Maybe not, if...

Perhaps not, if you have mobility issues: the hotel is accessible only via stairs.
Perhaps not, if you're looking for free parking: here there is only a paid garage.
Perhaps not, if you're travelling on a very tight budget: value for money is the lowest score among the reviewed categories.
Perhaps not, if you prefer a very spacious room: sizes range between 18 and 27 sqm.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Piazza Vecchia offers free WiFi, air conditioning and a 24-hour front desk, with express check-in and check-out and a concierge service available to guests. A shuttle service and airport shuttle are available on request, useful for those arriving from Orio al Serio Airport, while guests travelling by car can rely on a private paid garage.

For meals, the property offers an on-site bar and an Italian-style buffet breakfast service, with the option of special dietary menus on request and wine or champagne available. Housekeeping is provided daily, and ironing, laundry and dry-cleaning services are guaranteed.

General facilities include a lift, luggage storage, a safe and rooms accessible to guests with disabilities, as well as meeting spaces and a furnished outdoor terrace, ideal during the warmer months. Pets are allowed on request, with a possible extra charge.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi connection
Bathtub
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Rooms/facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms available

General facilities

Terrace
Bicycle rental
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
24-hour front desk
Family rooms available
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry service
Safe
Shuttle service
Air conditioning
Lift
Airport shuttle

Parking

Garage

Food & drink

Fruit
Wine/champagne
Special diet menus (on request)
Bar

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Bathtub
Shower
Free toiletries
Coffee machine
Refrigerator
Sitting area
View
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Bed linen

Location & what to see

The hotel occupies a fourteenth-century terraced house along Via B. Colleoni, the main street of Città Alta, Bergamo’s historic district perched on the hill. The district retains the city’s medieval and Renaissance layout, with stone alleys, old palaces and a lifestyle made up of small shops and cafés, such as Giudici e Francesca about 800-900 metres away.

Piazza Vecchia is just 50 metres away, alongside the Palazzo della Ragione and the Angelo Mai Civic Library. The Duomo and the Baptistery are about 100 metres away, while the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and the Colleoni Chapel complete the monumental complex of the square. The upper station of the funicular connecting Città Alta to the city centre is 300 metres away, convenient for those wanting to head down to the railway station in about 10 minutes by bus. Orio al Serio Airport is about 4 km away, also reachable via the transfer service organised by the hotel on request.

From here you can reach Bergamo Alta’s main attractions on foot: Porta San Giacomo, one of the historic gateways to the Venetian walls, is 350 metres away, while the Rocca and the museum dedicated to the city’s history are just over 300 metres away. Heading down towards the lower town, about 1 km away you reach the Accademia Carrara, one of Lombardy’s most important art galleries, and Piazza Matteotti, the heart of modern Bergamo life. In summer the area comes alive with markets and outdoor events, while in autumn and winter the mist over the plain offers distinctive views of the lower town from the hill.

Piazza Vecchia — The monumental heart of Bergamo Alta, with the Palazzo della Ragione 50 m

Bergamo Cathedral — The city cathedral dedicated to Saint Alexander the Martyr 100 m

Porta San Giacomo — Historic gateway to the Venetian walls, among the city's most scenic 350 m

Bergamo Rocca — Medieval fortress with a museum dedicated to local history 350 m

Accademia Carrara — Art gallery featuring works by great Italian and European masters 1.1 km

Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport — Low-cost airport connected by shuttle on request from the hotel 4.1 km

What guests say about Hotel Piazza Vecchia

9

Excellent · 1.412 reviews

Staff

9.6

Comfort

9.3

Location

9.8

Cleanliness

9.3

Facilities

8.8

Value for money

8.7

Free Wi-Fi

8

Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.6, and the location, with an exceptional 9.8 in the heart of Città Alta. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, both at 9.3, while the value for money, though solid, remains the lowest score.