Guest house in the historic centre of Trieste, a short walk from the Roman Theatre and Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.
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Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena is a guest house located in the centre of Trieste, a short walk from the Roman Theatre and just 300 metres from Piazza dell’Unità d’Italia. The property occupies the fourth floor of a historic building on Via Tor Bandena, in the pedestrian heart of the city, and is designed for those who want to explore the main city landmarks on foot.
The five room types available range from the 20 sqm double room to the 37 sqm comfort quadruple room, up to a solution with two connecting rooms suited to small groups or families. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom with shower, electric kettle, flat-screen TV and toiletries; several offer views over the rooftops of the old town.
WiFi is free throughout the property, while parking is not available on site, in keeping with the central location in a pedestrian area. Pets are not allowed. Couples particularly appreciate the location, rated very highly precisely because of the proximity to the main attractions of Trieste’s historic centre.
The rooms at Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena are spread over a single floor of a historic building in the centre of Trieste and share some basic features: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries, flat-screen TV, electric kettle and parquet flooring. The main differences concern the size, ranging from the 20 sqm Double Room to the 37 sqm Comfort Quadruple Room, and capacity, designed for stays of two to four people.
Among the room types, the solution with two connecting rooms stands out, ideal for groups or families who want more privacy while still sharing the space, and equipped with its own terrace. Several rooms offer views over the rooftops of the old town, while the Comfort Quadruple Room stands out for having a sofa and a coffee machine in the room, a detail that also makes it suitable for longer stays.
The most compact of the property’s rooms, designed for two people, with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet and hairdryer. It has air conditioning, TV, wardrobe, electric kettle, parquet flooring and a city view.
Larger than the Double Room, this triple room combines a single bed and an extra-large double bed to accommodate up to three people. Private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus TV, wardrobe and city view.
The largest room in the property, with 37 sqm to accommodate up to four people. The only one with a sofa and a coffee machine in the room, as well as a private bathroom with shower, bidet and city view.
The only solution in the property made up of two connecting rooms, ideal for families or small groups looking for more space and privacy. Equipped with its own terrace and electric kettle, it spreads the beds across two separate rooms.
Triple room with a large double bed alongside a single bed, private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. Like the Comfort Room with Shower, it shares the same size and capacity, but stands out for its differently sized double bed.
Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena offers air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom, featuring a toilet, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries; several rooms also have a fridge and desk. WiFi is free throughout the property, as is access via personal keys, convenient for those arriving or departing at flexible times.
Common areas are entirely non-smoking and equipped with heating, an elevator and parquet or wooden flooring; safety is ensured by fire extinguishers and smoke alarms. There is no on-site dining service or dedicated parking, but the central location allows guests to walk to bars, restaurants and the main landmarks of the old town.
Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and internet connection, while an electric kettle and wardrobe are present in all room types, for a practical stay even over several days.
Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena occupies the fourth floor of a historic building on Via Tor Bandena, in the oldest pedestrian area of Trieste, just steps from the Roman Theatre, which is only 50 metres away, and from the archaeological remains scattered around the neighbourhood. The setting is that of the Habsburg-era historic centre, among alleyways, literary cafés and 19th-century buildings that reflect the city’s Central European soul.
Piazza dell’Unità d’Italia, one of the largest seafront squares in Europe, is about 250 metres away, while San Giusto Castle can be reached in a 350-metre walk. Trieste Centrale railway station is 850 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train, and Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport is about 29 km away. The Victory Lighthouse is just over 3 km away, while Miramare Castle, on the coast, is about 7 km away.
Those staying here can spend their days exploring the historic centre on foot: from the Arch of Riccardo, dating back to Roman times, to the Town Hall in Piazza dell’Unità, up to the Kleine Berlin air-raid shelter, which can be visited about 800 metres away. In summer, the proximity to the sea and the Barcola promenade, 3.6 km away, invites swimming and walks along the coast; in winter, the Trieste Karst, about 7 km away, offers scenic trails and the typical bora wind that characterises the city’s climate. The pedestrian area makes a car unnecessary for most daily outings.
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Guests particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.8, and greatly appreciate the comfort of the beds. Cleanliness and comfort receive high scores (8.9), while value for money, though solid, remains the slightly lower score among the categories rated.
Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena is located at Via Tor Bandena 1, in the historic centre of Trieste, 50 metres from the Roman Theatre and about 250 metres from Piazza dell’Unità d’Italia.
Yes, Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena offers free WiFi throughout the property, including in the rooms.
No, Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena does not have dedicated parking, as it is located in a pedestrian area of Trieste’s historic centre.
Check-in at Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena is possible from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM; a photo ID and a credit card are required, and it is advisable to inform the property of your arrival time in advance.
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Locanda Al Volo Tor Bandena offers five room types, from the 20 sqm Double Room to the 37 sqm Comfort Quadruple Room, as well as a solution with two connecting rooms featuring a terrace, suitable for groups or families of up to three people.
