Elegant guest house in the heart of Bergamo Alta, a few steps from Piazza Vecchia and the Colleoni Chapel, with buffet breakfast and city views.
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Palazzo Porta Picta is a guest house in the historic district of Bergamo Alta, just 300 metres from Bergamo Cathedral and the Colleoni Chapel, in one of the most sought-after areas of the city.
The property features air-conditioned rooms furnished with a desk, coffee machine, fridge, minibar and safe, all with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet; some units offer city views. Room types range from the Standard Double Room to the 77 m² Deluxe Family Suite, designed for those travelling in groups or with children. Breakfast, served every morning, offers buffet, continental, Italian and gluten-free options.
Common facilities include a TV lounge, luggage storage, a paid airport shuttle and private parking, also available for a fee. The central location makes it possible to reach Piazza Vecchia, the Rocca and the Donizetti Theatre on foot, along with the funicular station just steps from the entrance, making Palazzo Porta Picta a convenient base for exploring the upper town without a car.
The rooms at Palazzo Porta Picta all feature air conditioning, a private bathroom with bidet, a desk, coffee machine, fridge, minibar, safe and flat-screen TV; bed linen and towels are always included, and several units also have an electric kettle. Room sizes vary considerably, from the 25 m² Standard Double Room to the 77 m² Deluxe Family Suite, making it easy to choose the option best suited to the number of guests and type of stay.
The range includes four room types: from the more compact double with city views, to the Comfort Triple with courtyard views and a bathtub, through the Superior with an extra-large double bed, up to the spacious suite with parquet flooring and a separate lounge area, ideal for families or small groups. Each room is designed to offer functionality and comfort, while still keeping a distinctive character linked to its view, size or bed configuration.
The most compact of the rooms at Palazzo Porta Picta, at 25 m² with city views. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a minibar and coffee machine for a practical stay, even as a couple.
Larger than the Standard, this 35 m² triple stands out for its courtyard view and for being the only room in the range with a bathtub in addition to the shower. Suited to groups of three, with extra space and the same minibar and coffee machine as the other rooms.
A 33 m² double room with an extra-large bed, slightly larger than the Standard and with city views. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and bidet, while air conditioning and a minibar complete the unit.
The most spacious room in the property, with 77 m² spread across a separate lounge area and parquet flooring, designed for families or groups of up to 4 people. The private bathroom offers a walk-in shower and bidet, while the windows look out over the city.
Palazzo Porta Picta offers a common lounge with a TV area, luggage storage and private, express check-in, convenient for guests arriving with flexible schedules. A safe, iron and shuttle service are also available, while guests arriving by air can request a paid airport shuttle.
Pets are welcome on request, with bowls and beds provided by the property; non-smoking rooms and allergy-friendly solutions can also be requested. Parking is available in a paid garage, while free WiFi covers the whole property.
Rooms feature an electric kettle, coffee machine and minibar, plus a private bathroom with bathrobe and complimentary toiletries. Daily housekeeping and a lift to the upper floors round off an offering designed to make a stay in the heart of Bergamo Alta simple and easy.
Palazzo Porta Picta is located on Via Porta Dipinta, in the heart of Bergamo Alta, the historic part of the city enclosed by the Venetian Walls. The area is pedestrian and surrounded by historic buildings such as Palazzo Scotti and Palazzo Colleoni, just a few metres from the entrance, as well as the Venetian Walls Tunnels, which can be visited around 50 metres away.
Bergamo Cathedral and the Colleoni Chapel are 300 metres away, while Piazza Vecchia, the heart of the upper town with the Angelo Mai Library and the Palazzo della Ragione, can be reached in a few minutes on foot. The upper funicular station connecting Bergamo Alta and Bergamo Bassa is just 20 metres from the property, convenient for heading down to the centre without a car. Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport is about 7 km away, also served by a paid airport shuttle offered by the property, while the Accademia Carrara, with its collection of Renaissance paintings, is less than 1 km away.
Guests staying here can devote a day to exploring the historic centre, strolling through the streets of Borgo Canale and climbing up to San Vigilio Hill, reachable by another funicular, for a panoramic view over the city and the Orobie Pre-Alps. In winter, the Foppolo and Piani di Bobbio ski slopes are about an hour away by car, while in summer the nearby Lake Iseo, about 40 minutes away, offers an alternative for days outdoors. The Donizetti Theatre, 1.6 km away, hosts seasons of drama and music for those looking for an evening out in the city.
Reviews particularly praise cleanliness and comfort, both scoring 9.9, and the location, with a maximum score of 10. Staff and facilities also receive very high ratings, a sign of an experience carefully crafted down to the smallest detail and especially appreciated by couples visiting Bergamo.
Yes, Palazzo Porta Picta is particularly popular with couples, who rated the location 9.9 out of 10 for a trip for two.
Yes, Palazzo Porta Picta accepts pets on request, possibly with an extra charge; the property provides bowls and beds for four-legged guests.
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Yes, Palazzo Porta Picta includes breakfast, served with buffet, continental, Italian and gluten-free options.
Yes, Palazzo Porta Picta has private parking in a garage, available for an additional cost.
Palazzo Porta Picta is about 7 km from Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport, and a paid airport shuttle can be requested.
Check-in at Palazzo Porta Picta is possible from 15:00 to 22:00 and check-out from 08:00 to 10:30; a photo ID and a credit card are required upon arrival.
