Il Relais dell’Abbazia
Verona · Italy

Il Relais dell’Abbazia

Il Relais dell'Abbazia is a welcoming bed and breakfast in Verona, set in an ancient Benedictine complex in San Zeno, featuring a furnished garden and rustic rooms.

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9.5 Score
176 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Verona
Nearby Austrian Arsenal · 250 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Breakfast Buffet

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Il Relais dell’Abbazia

Il Relais dell’Abbazia is a bed and breakfast located in the famous San Zeno district of Verona, set inside an ancient Benedictine complex 10 minutes’ walk from Castelvecchio and a short distance from the Arena. The property combines the charm of historic architecture with the warm hospitality of family management particularly attentive to travelers’ needs.

The rustic-style accommodations feature parquet floors, exposed wooden beam ceilings, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Many rooms also feature a fireplace and direct access to the pleasant furnished garden. Every morning guests can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury items alongside homemade products, served outdoors during the warmer months.

The location in the historic centre allows easy exploration on foot of the main Scaliger monuments while maintaining a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Free pet-friendly hospitality completes the offering of this refined Veronese B&B.

Il Relais dell’Abbazia
★ 9.5 · Exceptional · 176 reviews

Plan your stay at Il Relais dell’Abbazia

Il Relais dell'Abbazia is a welcoming bed and breakfast in Verona, set in an ancient Benedictine complex in San Zeno, featuring a furnished garden and rustic rooms.

Room types

The accommodations at Il Relais dell’Abbazia feature a refined rustic style enriched by historical details such as exposed wooden beam ceilings, fine parquet floors, and, in several options, characteristic period fireplaces. Each room provides air-conditioned and soundproofed spaces equipped with a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, flat-screen satellite TV, espresso coffee machine, wardrobe, and free toiletries.

The options range from traditional 26-square-metre double rooms to 30-square-metre superior accommodations overlooking the inner garden, up to spacious King rooms featuring a private entrance and outdoor furniture. All living units offer excellent space and flexible bed configurations to accommodate both couples on a getaway and small family groups.

Double Room — Il Relais dell’Abbazia
Double Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Fireplace, Bathtub, Coffee machine

Cozy 26-square-metre room featuring 19th-century rustic-style furnishings, exposed beam ceilings, and parquet flooring. It offers a fireplace, satellite TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower.

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Superior Double Room — Il Relais dell’Abbazia
Superior Double Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed or 4 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view, Fireplace, Coffee machine

Spacious 30-square-metre room overlooking the property’s inner garden. It offers wooden floors, exposed beams, decorative fireplace, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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King Room — Il Relais dell’Abbazia
King Room
28 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private entrance, Outdoor furniture, Coffee machine

Bright 28-square-metre room featuring a private entrance and a furnished patio with outdoor seating. It includes air conditioning, kettle with coffee maker, wardrobe, and a private bathroom with a bidet and shower.

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Standard King Room — Il Relais dell’Abbazia
Standard King Room
Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom, Air conditioning, Flat-screen TV

Essential and elegant double room featuring a comfortable extra-large bed, private bathroom, and access to all property services including the buffet breakfast in the garden.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You are looking for an authentic historic atmosphere inside an ancient Benedictine complex.
  • You want to stay within short walking distance of Verona's main historic attractions.
  • You are travelling with pets, which are welcomed free of charge with dedicated amenities.
  • You appreciate the convenience of a furnished garden where you can enjoy breakfast outdoors.
  • You want spacious rooms characterized by exposed beam ceilings and parquet floors.

Maybe not, if...

  • You are looking for a property with on-site private indoor parking.
  • You need to check in late in the evening after 18:00.
  • You prefer staying in a large modern hotel equipped with an elevator.
  • You require extra beds for adults in the same room.

Hotel facilities & services

Il Relais dell’Abbazia provides its guests with a full range of services designed to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay in Verona. The property’s main highlight is its well-kept furnished garden, ideal for unwinding outdoors or starting the day with an inviting buffet breakfast featuring sweet and savoury specialities and homemade items.

The property welcomes pets free of charge and provides dedicated pet bowls. Guests enjoy high-speed free Wi-Fi throughout all areas, convenient luggage storage with lockers, daily housekeeping, and the option to request airport shuttles, cooking classes, and guided city tours.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi connection
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Designated smoking area

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Cooking classes
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Cycling
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms available
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Air conditioning

Food & drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)

Media & technology

  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Shared kitchen

Location & what to see

Il Relais dell’Abbazia is located in the historic San Zeno district, one of the most authentic and renowned areas of Verona. The property is situated in Vicolo dietro Caserma Chiodo, a quiet, secluded position that allows guests to experience the city away from the crowd while staying close to the historic centre’s landmarks. Nearby are typical local venues, Veronese taverns, and the majestic Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore, a masterpiece of Italian Romanesque architecture located less than a five-minute walk away.

The location allows easy walking access to the main cultural sites. In just 250 metres you reach the park of the Austrian Arsenal, while in 450 metres you cross the red-brick Scaligero Bridge to reach the fortified complex of Castelvecchio, located approximately 600 metres away. The Verona Arena and lively Piazza Bra are just over 1.1 km away, while Piazza delle Erbe and the famous Juliet’s House are roughly 1.3 and 1.4 km away. For those travelling by train, Verona Porta Nuova railway station is about 1.5 km away, while Valerio Catullo Airport is 6 km away.

Throughout the year, the B&B’s position offers great opportunities to discover the city: in summer and autumn it is pleasant to stroll along the ramparts and the banks of the Adige River or reach the Piazzale Castel San Pietro panoramic viewpoint 1.8 km away to admire the sunset views, while during the opera season the proximity to the Arena allows a convenient walk back after evening performances. In addition, the close proximity to major roads and the train station makes trips to Lake Garda, just 12 km away, quick and easy.

Austrian Arsenal — Historic military complex with a park at the gates of Verona's city centre. 250 m
Scaligero Bridge — Charming 14th-century red-brick fortified bridge across the Adige River. 450 m
Castelvecchio — Imposing 14th-century medieval fortress now home to a renowned civic museum. 600 m
Verona Arena — Roman amphitheatre famous for opera performances and extraordinary concerts. 1,1 km
Piazza delle Erbe — Ancient Roman forum and lively vibrant heart of the city of Verona. 1,3 km
Juliet's House — Famous medieval palace linked to the legendary Shakespearean love story. 1,4 km

What guests say about Il Relais dell’Abbazia

9.5
Exceptional · 176 reviews
Staff
10
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free Wi-Fi
10

Guests enthusiastically praise the warm and flawless hospitality of the management, awarded top scores. The extraordinary cleanliness, comfortable beds, and excellent position in the San Zeno district make every stay a highly recommended experience.

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