A small family-run B&B in the hills of the Trieste Karst, with garden, free private parking and air-conditioned rooms just minutes from Trieste and the Slovenian border.
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Il Glicine is a bed and breakfast in San Dorligo della Valle, in the Trieste Karst, about 11 km from the historic centre of Trieste and the Castle of San Giusto.
The property offers simple, well-kept rooms, all with private bathroom fitted with a bidet, air conditioning, TV, refrigerator and independent entrance. Guests have access to a shared garden where they can relax outdoors, and can rely on free private parking on site, convenient for those arriving by car who want to move easily between Trieste and nearby Slovenia.
The location, among the woods and villages of the Karst, is particularly appreciated by couples, who rated it 9.5 for a two-person stay. Nearby you’ll find historic sites such as Socerb Castle, hiking trails and small traditional Karst restaurants, while Trieste’s centre with Piazza Unità d’Italia remains easily reachable by car. Il Glicine suits those looking for a quiet base surrounded by greenery, without giving up proximity to a city of art and sea like Trieste.
Il Glicine offers three double rooms with private bathroom, all overlooking the property’s inner courtyard and equipped with the same basic amenities: air conditioning, television, refrigerator, courtesy set with complimentary bathroom products and independent entrance, a detail that allows guests to come and go freely without passing through the common areas of the family running the B&B.
Each room is furnished with an extra-large double bed and can accommodate up to two people, with the possibility of a third bed on request in some room types. The three options differ mainly in size, ranging between 12 and 14 square metres: a practical choice for those who simply want to rest comfortably after a day between the Karst and Trieste, without needing excessive space. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer completes the amenities of each room.
With its 14 square metres, this is one of the two largest rooms in the property. Overlooking the inner courtyard, it has a private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning and an independent entrance, ideal for those who want a bit more space to move around compared to the smaller room.
This is the most compact of the three rooms, at 12 square metres, designed for those looking for an essential, functional solution. It still has a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning and a view of the inner courtyard, with the same level of privacy as the other rooms.
A twin of the first room in size, at 14 square metres, this room offers the same comfort with a private bathroom fitted with bidet and shower, air conditioning and a courtyard view. A valid alternative when the equivalent room is not available for the chosen dates.
Il Glicine is built around a shared garden where guests can enjoy outdoor moments, in a quiet setting away from city traffic. The property has free private parking on site, a significant advantage for those travelling by car between Trieste and the Karst, and free WiFi throughout.
The rooms, all non-smoking, are air-conditioned and fitted with parquet flooring, mosquito nets and a power outlet near the bed. Each room has a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary bathroom products, as well as a wardrobe or closet for storing luggage. The independent entrance to the rooms gives guests autonomy from the spaces of the family running the property.
It should be noted that the upper floors are accessible only via stairs, a detail to consider for those who have difficulty climbing steps or are travelling with heavy luggage.
Il Glicine is located in the hamlet of Caresana, a rural fraction of San Dorligo della Valle set in the landscape of the Trieste Karst, among woods, sinkholes and small border villages with Slovenia. The area is quiet, dotted with stone houses and trails, far from the traffic of the main city but easily connected to it.
The centre of Trieste, with the Castle of San Giusto and Piazza Unità d’Italia, is about 8 km away, while Trieste Centrale railway station is about 9 km away. The Port of Trieste is 12 km away. For those arriving by plane, Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport is about 37 km away. In the immediate surroundings, within 2-3 km, you’ll find some bars and typical Karst restaurants such as Gostilna Majda and Agriturismo Racman, convenient for a meal amid the greenery.
Guests staying at Il Glicine can spend their days walking and hiking on the Karst: Socerb Castle, just beyond the border, is less than 2 km away and offers a view over the Gulf of Trieste, while the Male Brce adventure park is an option for families with children. In summer the area is well suited to trips to caves and Karst trails, in winter it remains a good base for those wishing to visit Trieste without the traffic of the centre. The main city, with its historic cafés, Molo Audace and museums, remains within easy driving distance for a day trip.
Guests particularly praise the staff, with a score of 9.9, and the cleanliness of the rooms, rated 9.8. Comfort and value for money also receive very high scores, while the location amid the greenery of the Karst especially wins over couples visiting Trieste.
Rates at Il Glicine vary depending on the season, the room chosen and the dates of your stay. You can check the updated price from our search partners for your dates.
No, Il Glicine does not allow pets during your stay.
Yes, Il Glicine has free private parking directly on site, available to guests arriving by car.
Il Glicine is located in San Dorligo della Valle, about 8-11 km from the centre of Trieste, the Castle of San Giusto and Piazza Unità d’Italia.
Yes, all rooms at Il Glicine have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
Breakfast service is not among the facilities offered by Il Glicine; guests can find bars and cafés nearby, such as Aromcaffè about 2.6 km away.
The nearest station to Il Glicine is Trieste Centrale Station, about 9 km away, but to reach the property in the hamlet of Caresana a car is recommended.
