Bed & breakfast in a historic building in central Bergamo, with a panoramic terrace, air-conditioned rooms and Italian breakfast, just minutes from the upper city.
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Locanda Cece e Simo is a bed & breakfast set in a historic building from the early twentieth century, in the eastern part of Bergamo, about a ten-minute walk from the pedestrian centre.
The property stands out for its large panoramic terrace and for interiors that retain the building’s original character: some rooms feature parquet flooring and ceilings with exposed wooden beams. The two available room types, both with private bathroom, air conditioning and television, are designed respectively for couples and for families looking for more space.
Staff are on hand to offer advice on itineraries and getting around the city. The funicular to Bergamo Alta is about 1.5 km away, while Giovanni XXIII Hospital is 1.6 km away. The train station can be reached in ten minutes by car, and Orio al Serio Airport is about 8 km away. A suitable option for those who want to explore Bergamo while staying in a well-kept setting, with Italian breakfast and free WiFi in all rooms.
Locanda Cece e Simo offers two room types, both equipped with a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as free WiFi. The interiors retain features typical of the historic building that houses them, with parquet flooring and, in some cases, exposed beam ceilings that give the rooms character.
The Superior Double Room, more compact and designed for two people, has a French double bed and a cosy space with views over the city or the inner courtyard. The Superior Family Room, larger and able to accommodate up to four people, combines a bunk bed with a large double bed and is the most suitable choice for families or small groups, while still enjoying the same terrace and city views as the other accommodations.
The most compact of the rooms at Locanda Cece e Simo, designed for two people and overlooking the city or the inner courtyard. The French double bed, private bathroom and independently adjustable air conditioning make it an essential yet well-kept option, with access to the property’s shared balcony.
Larger than the Superior Double Room, this room combines a bunk bed with a large double bed to accommodate up to four people, making it the best choice for families or small groups. It has a terrace with city views, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower.
Locanda Cece e Simo offers a range of services designed to make a stay in a historic building in central Bergamo easy and comfortable. Among the strengths noted by guests are the private bathroom in every room, air conditioning, free WiFi and the possibility of bringing pets on request.
Common areas include a sun terrace and a furnished outdoor area, useful for enjoying some time outdoors during the stay. Daily housekeeping is provided, and the property offers private and express check-in and check-out, as well as luggage storage for those arriving or departing outside standard hours. An in-house restaurant is also available, with the option of requesting breakfast directly in the room and wine and champagne offerings for those seeking a more convivial moment.
Locanda Cece e Simo is located in the eastern part of Bergamo, in a residential area just a few steps from the pedestrian centre, along Via 4 Novembre. The neighbourhood mixes period buildings with small local shops, bars and restaurants: just a few metres from the entrance is the Cece e Simo restaurant, while within a few hundred metres you’ll find spots such as Colazione da Tiffany and Cafè Cuvée, handy for a coffee break or an evening aperitif.
Heading north, the Lower Funicular Station is about 1.2 km away and the Upper Station 1.3 km away, the two terminals connecting the lower city to Bergamo Alta. Bergamo’s train station can be reached in about ten minutes by car, while Orio al Serio Airport, one of northern Italy’s main low-cost hubs, is a few kilometres away by the route considered. Within a one-kilometre radius there are also historic sites such as the Church of San Rocco, 550 metres away, and the Church of San Leonardo, 750 metres away, as well as Giovanni XXIII Hospital, about 1.6 km away.
Guests staying at Locanda Cece e Simo have easy access to Città Alta, reachable by funicular or a longer walk: here you’ll find Piazza Vecchia, 1.3 km away, the Renaissance heart of the city with the Biblioteca Civica and the Palazzo della Ragione, and the Rocca Museum, 1.5 km away, which tells the story of Bergamo’s role in the Risorgimento from a panoramic vantage point over the plain. For art lovers, the Accademia Carrara, 2.1 km away, houses one of Lombardy’s most important painting collections. In summer, the Venetian walls and gardens of the upper city offer scenic walks, while in winter Christmas markets bring the streets of the historic centre to life.
Reviews particularly reward the staff, rated 9.1, and cleanliness and comfort, both at 9. Location and value for money also score well, around 8.9. The lowest score is for general services, still solid at 8.8, due to the absence of a lift in the historic building.
Yes, Locanda Cece e Simo accepts pets on request; a supplement may apply, to be verified at the time of booking.
Locanda Cece e Simo is about 1.2 km from the Lower Funicular Station connecting the lower city to Bergamo Alta.
No, the historic building housing Locanda Cece e Simo does not have a lift, and the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.
No, Locanda Cece e Simo does not offer dedicated parking; it’s advisable to check public parking options nearby before arrival.
Locanda Cece e Simo offers an Italian-style breakfast, which can also be requested directly in the room.
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Check-in at Locanda Cece e Simo is possible from 11:00 to 23:30, with arrival time to be communicated in advance, while check-out is set between 03:00 and 10:00.
