Cozy guest house in the UNESCO historic centre of Mantua, a short walk from Palazzo Te and Piazza delle Erbe, with air-conditioned rooms and private bathroom.
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Residenza Giulio Romano is a guest house located in the heart of Mantua’s historic centre, within the area recognised by UNESCO, about 750 metres from Palazzo Te and one kilometre from Palazzo Ducale and Piazza delle Erbe. The property is ideal for those visiting the city on foot, moving between the main Renaissance monuments without needing a car.
The seven room and apartment types available range from the classic 24 m² double room to the 65 m² Deluxe Apartment, with options suited to couples, families and small groups. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities; some units have an independent entrance or a small kitchen. Breakfast is not served directly on site, but can be enjoyed every morning at a partner café nearby.
WiFi is free throughout the property, and street parking is available in the surrounding area. The central location makes Residenza Giulio Romano a practical base for exploring Mantua, among historic squares, Gonzaga palaces and local eateries just steps from the entrance.
Residenza Giulio Romano offers seven accommodation options, from the classic double room to apartments with their own kitchen, spread across the ground floor and upper floors of the historic building. Sizes range from 24 m² for the Economy and Superior double rooms to 65 m² for the Deluxe Apartment, along with the 40 m² Junior Suite and the Quadruple Room designed for families or small groups. All units are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with courtesy set, walk-in shower and hairdryer, as well as a flat-screen TV and a kettle for tea and coffee.
Those looking for more independence can choose the Apartment or the Deluxe Apartment, both with a full kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, or the Junior Suite with independent entrance and a lounge area separate from the sleeping area.
Located on the ground floor, this 24 m² Economy double room features a fireplace that makes it particularly cosy during the colder months. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer; the unit also includes an independent entrance and a kettle for tea and coffee.
Designed for families or small groups, the ground-floor Quadruple Room measures 30 m² and combines a double bed with a sofa bed to accommodate up to 4 people. It is wheelchair accessible and has a shower with easy access.
The Superior Double Room has the same 24 m² size as the Economy but stands out for its view of the quiet street and its independent entrance, ideal for those seeking more privacy.
The 40 m² Junior Suite is the largest of the property’s single rooms and is arranged with a separate sleeping area and lounge area, plus an extra sofa bed for a third guest. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and bidet.
At 33 m², the Deluxe Double Room is more spacious than the Superior and the Economy, while keeping the same style with an independent entrance and a walk-in shower in the private bathroom.
The 60 m² Apartment is the only option with a full kitchen and dishwasher, plus its own washing machine and a view of the inner courtyard. It includes a double bedroom and a separate living room with a sofa bed.
The Deluxe Apartment, the largest in the property at 65 m², pairs a full kitchen with a bedroom featuring a double bed and a single bed, useful for a third guest, plus a view of the quiet street.
The rooms at Residenza Giulio Romano are designed for everyday comfort: they feature a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, free toiletries and hairdryer, as well as a wardrobe, bed linen and an electric kettle for tea and coffee. Several units also have a desk, useful for those staying for work.
On a general level, the property offers free WiFi, air conditioning and heating throughout, soundproofed walls, independent entrances for some rooms and access via magnetic keys. Luggage storage, express check-in and check-out, and family rooms are available. Outside and in the common areas there are CCTV cameras and smoke alarms, while street parking is available nearby.
Residenza Giulio Romano is located on Via Giulio Romano, right in the historic centre of Mantua, within the area recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The area is home to Renaissance palaces and small pedestrian streets connecting the city’s main squares, with cafés such as Caffè Mon Amì 150 metres away and restaurants and ice-cream shops just steps away, including Speedy’s Pizza and Gelateria Master Cream, both about 100-150 metres from the entrance.
Piazza delle Erbe, the heart of city life with its historic market, is about 800 metres away, while Palazzo Ducale, home to the famous Camera degli Sposi, is one kilometre away. Palazzo Te, the Renaissance masterpiece the property partly takes its name from, is reachable in about 750 metres on foot. Mantua Railway Station, with connections to Verona, Modena and Milan, is 1.2 km away, while Verona-Villafranca Airport is the nearest, about 26 km away.
Mantua can be comfortably explored on foot from here: besides the Gonzaga palaces, it’s worth a walk to the Rotonda di San Lorenzo, one of the city’s oldest Romanesque churches, and the Parco di Palazzo Te, ideal for an outdoor break. In summer, the lakes surrounding the historic centre offer cycling routes and tourist boat trips, while in winter the centre comes alive with Christmas markets in Piazza Sordello. For nature lovers, the Bosco della Fontana Nature Reserve is about 6.7 km away, ideal for a half-day trip out of town.
Guests especially praise cleanliness (9.6) and staff friendliness (9.4), while also appreciating the comfort of the rooms (9.3). The central location is convincing (9.0), while the value for money, though solid (8.8), remains the most modest score among the categories rated.
Yes, Residenza Giulio Romano welcomes guests of all ages and offers rooms and apartments for up to 4 people, such as the Quadruple Room and the Apartment; however, cribs or extra beds are not available.
No, Residenza Giulio Romano does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Residenza Giulio Romano offers free WiFi in all rooms.
Residenza Giulio Romano is located in the historic centre of Mantua, within the UNESCO area, about 750 metres from Palazzo Te and one kilometre from Palazzo Ducale and Piazza delle Erbe.
Breakfast is not served directly on site, but can be enjoyed every morning at a partner café nearby.
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Yes, free street parking is available near Residenza Giulio Romano.