A bed & breakfast in a historic building right in front of Pavia Cathedral, with air-conditioned rooms, apartments with kitchenette and period furnishings.
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Le Stanze del Cardinale is a bed & breakfast set in a historic building overlooking Pavia Cathedral, furnished with period furniture and paintings that tell the story of its past.
The property is designed both for those looking for a simple room and for those who want more space: available options include single rooms with balcony, double rooms with tub or city view, and an apartment with kitchenette, dining area and sofa bed, ideal for longer stays or for those travelling in a group. All units are air-conditioned and equipped with private bathroom, flat-screen TV with Sky channels and free WiFi throughout the property.
Breakfast, served every morning, offers Italian, buffet, gluten-free and even takeaway options for those with different schedules. Paid private parking is available in an enclosed courtyard, with limited spaces, while public parking can also be found nearby. The location in the heart of the historic centre, a short walk from the University of Pavia and Visconti Castle, makes the property a convenient base for exploring the city on foot, although the lack of an elevator should be considered by those who have difficulty climbing stairs.
Le Stanze del Cardinale offers eight types of rooms and apartments spread across the first to fourth floors of the historic building, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom equipped with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. The simplest options are the single rooms with balcony, designed for solo travellers, while the double rooms offer different solutions: from the Deluxe with tub to the Double Room with city view and independent entrance.
For those looking for more space there is the 1-Bedroom Apartment, with kitchenette and separate dining area, and the split-level rooms with mezzanine, which accommodate up to three people thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed. All units feature flat-screen TV with Sky channels, minibar and soundproofed walls, while the size ranges from 15 to 45 square metres depending on the type chosen.
Located on the second or third floor, this single room has a private balcony overlooking the inner courtyard, as well as a minibar and kettle with free tea and coffee: the coziest solution for solo travellers.
On the second floor, this double room stands out for its bathroom with tub, an uncommon detail among the other rooms in the property, as well as views over the city and its landmarks.
The largest option in the property, on the first floor: a true apartment with kitchenette, separate dining area and sofa bed in the living room, designed for families or extended stays.
On the third floor, this is the more basic version among the single rooms: same size as the Single Room with Balcony but with simpler amenities, while still keeping the private balcony with city view.
A room with independent entrance and soundproofed walls, enhanced by slippers and bathrobes in the bathroom: an extra touch compared to the other double rooms in the property.
On the fourth floor, this split-level room houses one of the beds in the mezzanine, the only such solution in the property, designed for those travelling in three: bathroom with bidet and city view.
Similar to the Superior Split-Level Room but more compact, at 20 square metres compared to the other’s 25: same mezzanine with extra bed, same bathroom with bidet and city view.
Le Stanze del Cardinale offers free WiFi throughout the property and a valet parking service, useful for those arriving in the city with their own car. The rooms feature air conditioning, private bathroom with tub or shower and complimentary toiletries, and family or non-smoking rooms can also be requested.
For meals, there is an on-site café, a bar offering wine and champagne and an in-room minibar, as well as a kettle and coffee maker. Those who want to get around independently can rent a bicycle or join walking and cycling tours organised by the property.
Additional services include daily housekeeping, laundry, luggage storage and the possibility of massages. Pets are allowed upon request and at no extra charge, with bowls provided by the property.
Le Stanze del Cardinale is located in the heart of Pavia’s historic centre, in a period building directly overlooking the Cathedral, just 40 metres away. The area is typical of the pedestrian city centre, with alleys and historic buildings such as the Broletto and the Civic Tower just a few dozen metres away, and falls within a limited traffic zone that keeps daily life quiet but requires attention from those arriving by car.
Pavia railway station is about 750 metres away, while Pavia Porta Garibaldi is 1.1 km away: both provide quick connections to Milan, less than forty minutes away by train. For those arriving by air, Milan Linate Airport is the closest, about 28 km away, followed by Malpensa at 56 km. A short walk from the property you’ll also find several dining spots, such as Miccone restaurant at 10 metres and Miscusi at 20 metres, as well as bars like Shot Me Down and Peroni Mario.
From here you can reach on foot within a few minutes the University of Pavia, one of the oldest in Europe, and Visconti Castle, home to the Civic Museums, 900 metres away. Nearby you can also visit the Sanctuary of Santa Maria di Canepanova and the Church of San Teodoro, both within 200 metres. In spring and summer the centre is perfect for long walks along the Ticino river, while in winter the museums and porticoes of the centre offer an ideal refuge for exploring the city at a relaxed pace.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.8, and the staff, appreciated with a score of 9.4. Cleanliness and WiFi are also very positively rated. Value for money remains the lowest score, though still at a good level.
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Yes, Le Stanze del Cardinale accepts pets upon request and at no extra charge, also providing bowls for pets.
Le Stanze del Cardinale has paid private parking in an enclosed courtyard, with limited spaces subject to availability; public parking is also available nearby, about 500 metres away.
Yes, breakfast is included in the stay at Le Stanze del Cardinale and includes Italian, buffet, gluten-free and even takeaway options.
Le Stanze del Cardinale is about 40 metres from Pavia Cathedral and about 900 metres from Visconti Castle, both easily reachable on foot.
Yes, Le Stanze del Cardinale offers family rooms upon request and an apartment with kitchenette and sofa bed, suitable for groups or families of up to three people.
No, Le Stanze del Cardinale is located in a historic building without an elevator, and the rooms are spread across the upper floors, something to consider for those who have difficulty climbing stairs.
