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Villa Borgo Duino
Guest house in Duino with an outdoor pool, a 5-minute walk from the beach and close to Duino Castle, surrounded by hiking trails and a buffet breakfast.

Adults-only bed and breakfast in Duino, with outdoor pool, panoramic terrace and Italian, continental or American breakfast just steps from the sea.
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Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast is an adults-only property in Duino, in Friuli Venezia Giulia, with an outdoor pool and views over the Gulf of Trieste. The property is just 600 metres from Spiaggia del Principe and about 300 metres from Duino Castle, in an area combining views of the Adriatic Sea with historic glimpses of the Trieste Karst.
The accommodations, all with private bathroom, free toiletries and hairdryer, include double rooms with balcony and sea view and a double room with single beds, designed for those travelling without the need for a panoramic view. Breakfast, served in the morning, offers continental, Italian and American options.
The terrace and garden with outdoor furniture are the common areas designed for relaxation, while private parking is free and available on site. The location is particularly appreciated by couples, who choose it for its proximity to the sea and to Duino’s historic centre, as well as for the tranquillity guaranteed by the adults-only policy and the entirely non-smoking property.

Villa Mira offers three room types, all equipped with a private bathroom with shower, courtesy set and hairdryer, designed for a simple stay with attention to detail. The two double rooms, both 20 square metres, stand out for their balcony with sea view and terrace, ideal for those seeking a panoramic outlook over the Gulf of Trieste; in this case, the private bathroom is located in the corridor outside the room.
The third type, more compact at 15 square metres, is a double room with two single beds and an en-suite private bathroom, with wardrobe, tiled flooring and heating: a practical solution for those who don’t need the sea view but prefer a bathroom directly in the room. In all room types, guests find bed linen and complimentary bathroom products, for a comfortable stay just steps from the beach and Duino’s centre.
Double room with balcony and sea view, furnished with a bathrobe provided for guests. The private bathroom, with shower and courtesy set, is located in the corridor outside the room. One of two rooms with a panoramic outlook over the gulf, ideal for those seeking a direct sea view.
Second double room with panoramic balcony over the sea, twin to the previous one in size and view. Here too, the private bathroom with shower and hairdryer is located in the corridor outside the room, while the shared terrace completes the outdoor spaces available to guests.
The most compact room in the property, with tiled flooring and heating, the only one with a private bathroom directly inside the room instead of in the corridor. Equipped with a wardrobe and complimentary bathroom products, it is designed for those travelling without the need for a sea view.
Villa Mira offers guests an outdoor pool and a terrace furnished with outdoor furniture, spaces designed to enjoy the climate of the Trieste Karst just steps from the sea. The property, entirely non-smoking and adults-only, has free private parking on site and free WiFi throughout.
Among the general services are happy hour, canoe rental and CCTV cameras both outside and in common areas, ensuring guest safety. For dining, a selection of wines and champagne is available, along with customisable menus on request for special diets.
Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, complimentary bathroom products, hairdryer and bed linen, while the entire unit is located on the ground floor, making it easy to get around. A fan and heating ensure comfort in every season, completing an offering designed for a relaxed stay with attention to detail.
Villa Mira is located in the hamlet of Duino, on the stretch of coast overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, in an area where the limestone cliffs of the Karst drop sharply toward the Adriatic. The area retains an intimate, residential character, with the famous Duino Castle about 300 metres away, still owned today by the Thurn und Taxis family and linked to the memory of poet Rainer Maria Rilke, who composed his Duino Elegies here.
Spiaggia del Principe can be reached in a few minutes on foot, about 600 metres from the property, while the restaurant Al Cavalluccio is just 50 metres away. For those arriving by car, Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport is about 10-18 km away, and Sistiana-Visogliano train station is 3.6 km away. Miramare Castle, another must-see destination in the area, can be reached in about 11-15 km along the coast.
In summer the area is ideal for swimming and walking along the Rilke Path, the famous panoramic trail connecting Duino to Sistiana with views over the cliff and the sea; in winter the Karst territory is suited to quieter excursions among villages and historic sites, such as the nearby Trieste Adventure Park, 3.3 km away, for those seeking outdoor activities even off-season. The proximity to the city of Trieste, reachable by car in about 20 minutes, rounds out the options for those who want to combine sea and urban culture.
Reviews particularly praise the location, rated with the highest possible score, along with the impeccable cleanliness and friendly staff. The room comfort is also highly appreciated, while the value for money confirms an overall excellent experience according to guests.
No, Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast offers free private parking available directly on site.
Yes, Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast includes breakfast, with continental, Italian and American options.
Yes, at Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast the minimum age required for check-in is 18, as the property is adults-only.
Spiaggia del Principe is about 600 metres from Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast, reachable on foot in a few minutes.
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Yes, Villa Mira Bed and Breakfast has an outdoor pool available for guests.