Family-run bed & breakfast in Biella with mountain views, garden, terrace and free private parking, especially popular with couples for its quiet location.
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Il Gomitolo is a family-run bed & breakfast located in Biella, Piedmont, set in a building with parquet flooring and an independent entrance overlooking the city and the first hills of the Biella area. The property offers a single studio apartment with a private balcony, designed for those seeking a large, self-contained space rather than a classic hotel room.
The apartment, measuring 85 square metres, features a kitchenette, dining and living area, private bathroom with bidet and shower, courtesy set, flat-screen TV and soundproofing. An Italian buffet breakfast is served every morning, while the on-site bar is available to guests throughout the day.
The garden, terrace and communal lounge offer outdoor spaces to relax, and private parking is free. The location, especially appreciated by couples, is just a few kilometres from Biella’s historic centre, with the Oropa Sanctuary and the Brich di Zumaglia Nature Reserve reachable in a short time, allowing guests to comfortably explore the hills and villages of the Biella area.
Il Gomitolo offers a single type of accommodation, the Studio with Balcony, designed for those seeking a large, independent space during their stay in Biella. With its 85 square metres, it is the ideal choice for families or small groups of up to three people looking for more freedom than a traditional hotel room.
The design-style furnishings include a kitchenette, dining table and living area, plus a private balcony equipped with a table and chairs offering views over the mountains, the garden or the city. The private bathroom is fitted with a bidet, shower and courtesy set, while soundproofing, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine complete the amenities for a self-contained and comfortable stay.
The Studio with Balcony is the only accommodation at the property and stands out for its generous 85 square metres, larger than the average B&B in the area. The private balcony with table and chairs offers views ranging across mountains, garden and city outlines, while the designer furnishings and the living area separated from the sleeping area make the space suitable for extended stays or small groups of up to three people.
Il Gomitolo offers guests a garden, a terrace and a picnic area to enjoy the outdoors, as well as a communal lounge with a TV area for relaxing. Parquet flooring, heating and soundproofed rooms ensure a comfortable stay in every season, while private check-in and check-out allow flexibility in arrival and departure times.
For meals, the property offers an on-site bar, the option of breakfast in the room and a wine and champagne service on request, as well as a kettle and coffee machine. Non-smoking rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, cable channels and internet access.
The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, while free private parking and street parking make arriving by car easy.
Il Gomitolo is located on Via XX Settembre, in a residential area on the outskirts of Biella, at the foot of the first hills of the Biella area, glimpsed from the property’s balcony. The neighbourhood is quiet, dotted with private gardens and small local businesses, and allows guests to walk to Pizzeria San Rocco Tollegno, just 300 metres away, or Ristorante El Borracho, about 800 metres away.
Biella’s historic centre, with the Cathedral of Santo Stefano, the Baptistery and the medieval Tower, is about 2.9 km away and can also be reached by train from the Biella Piano and Biella Chiavazza stations, both 2.8 km away. For those arriving by car, Turin Airport is about 52 km away, while Masino Castle is 34 km away and Fort Bard is 45 km away, two ideal destinations for a day trip in the Canavese area and Aosta Valley.
Nature lovers can reach the Brich di Zumaglia and Mont Prevè Nature Reserve, 2.1 km away, in just a few minutes, or venture as far as the Oropa Sanctuary, about 6-7 km away, one of the most important Marian sanctuaries in the Alps and a starting point for hikes towards the Oropa Basin in summer and snow walks in winter. Nearby there are also bars and evening venues such as Road Runner Biella and the Hemingway Music Club, perfect for a drink after a day of sightseeing.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated with top marks, and the cleanliness of the premises, both close to a perfect score. Comfort and value for money are also highly appreciated, while the location, though solid, remains slightly lower, especially for those seeking the city centre right nearby.
No, Il Gomitolo does not allow pets during the stay.
Check-in at Il Gomitolo is possible from 15:00 to 21:00, upon notice of arrival time, while check-out is at 11:00.
Yes, Il Gomitolo provides free private parking for guests travelling by car.
Yes, Il Gomitolo includes an Italian buffet breakfast served every morning in the stay.
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Yes, Il Gomitolo is particularly popular with couples, who rated the location 9.0.
The only accommodation available, the Studio with Balcony, features a private bathroom, kitchenette, flat-screen TV, an equipped balcony and a coffee machine.
