25 Via Pietro Cossali, Borgo Roma, 37136 Verona, Italy
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Appartamento Leone Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Appartamento Leone on Via Pietro Cossali, I’ll be honest — I wasn’t expecting much from what looked like a typical residential building in Borgo Roma. But you know what? Sometimes the best places hide in plain sight. This four-star property completely changed my perspective on what a great stay in Verona could look like, especially when you’re not trying to be right in the thick of the tourist chaos.

The Space That Surprised Me

The apartment itself is where things get interesting. I mean, calling it just a hotel room doesn’t really do it justice — you’re getting a proper living space here. The kitchen was actually functional (not one of those tiny hotel kitchenettes that’s more for show), and I found myself making coffee there every morning instead of hunting down cafés. The whole setup feels like staying at a friend’s place, if that friend happened to have really good taste in furniture and knew how to make guests comfortable.

Location That Actually Works

Here’s the thing about Borgo Roma — it’s not where first-time visitors usually end up, but that’s exactly why it works so well. You’re about a 15-minute walk from the main sights, which honestly felt perfect after spending days dodging crowds around Juliet’s balcony and the Arena. The neighborhood has this lived-in feel where you’ll see locals going about their daily routines, and there’s a decent restaurant just around the corner that I stumbled into on my second night. Plus, having that free parking right on site? In Verona, that’s basically hitting the jackpot.

The Details That Matter

What really impressed me were the small things that show someone actually thought about what travelers need. The Wi-Fi worked everywhere (I tested it), the shower had proper water pressure, and the windows actually blocked out street noise when closed. The host was responsive without being intrusive — answered my questions about getting around but didn’t hover. I also appreciated that the place felt clean and well-maintained without that sterile hotel vibe that can make you feel like you’re living in a catalog.

Why Guests Love It

After staying here, I totally get why couples rate this place so highly. There’s something about having your own space that just makes a trip feel more relaxed and intimate. You can grab groceries and cook together, or just sprawl out and plan your next day without feeling like you’re bothering other guests. The location gives you that authentic Verona experience while still keeping you connected to everything you came to see. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re actually living in the city for a few days, not just passing through it.

Verona hotels provide guests with comfortable accommodations in this UNESCO World Heritage city, known for its romantic atmosphere, Roman architecture, and world-class opera performances.

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Reviews of Appartamento Leone

  • Jacopo from Italy – 9 April 2025 (9/10)

  • Norberto from Hungary – 18 August 2024 (9/10)

    underground garage, terrace, mobile TV stand,

    What could be improved: location ,

  • Matoš from Serbia – 31 July 2024 (9/10)

  • Raphael from Germany – 13 May 2024 (9/10)

  • Sergii from Ukraine – 7 May 2024 (9/10)

    Everything was very good. The apartments contain everything you need for a short stay. Free underground parking is available. Public transport stop is a 3-minute walk away. The historical part of the city is a 15-minute walk.

    What could be improved: –

  • Gaetano from Italy – 10 March 2024 (7/10)

    Struttura posizionata in modo ideale rispetto alla fiera raggiungibile a piedi. Il box a disposizione e’ stato molto utile. La casa e’ ben curata. Unica pecca la pressione dell’acqua della doccia che ho segnalato

    What could be improved: Unica pecca la pressione dell’acqua della doccia che ho segnalato

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Monumento: 1.5 km
  • Piazza Bra: 2.4 km
  • Verona Arena: 2.3 km
  • Juliet’s Tomb: 2.5 km
  • Canossa Palace: 2.8 km
  • Parco San Giacomo: 2 km
  • I Portoni della Bra: 2.2 km
  • Castelvecchio Bridge: 2.8 km
  • Castelvecchio Museum: 2.6 km
  • Parco Risorgiva Fossa Bova: 600 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Alla Fiera: 400 m
  • Restaurant Ristorante Alla Fiera: 400 m
  • Restaurant Bar Ristorante l’Isola delle Palme: 400 m

Top attractions:

  • Piazza Erbe: 3.1 km
  • Ponte Pietra: 3.9 km
  • Romeo’s House: 3.3 km
  • Giulietta’s House: 3.1 km
  • Torre dei Lamberti: 3.2 km
  • Piazzale Castel San Pietro: 4.2 km
  • Castello Scaligero Villafranca: 16 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Val Galina e Progno Borago: 10 km

Ski lifts:

  • Gaibana: 45 km
  • Valon J-bar: 45 km
  • Malga San Giorgio Magic Carpet: 45 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Verona Bus station: 1.3 km
  • Train Verona Porta Nuova Scalo: 1.5 km
  • Train Verona Porta Nuova Train Station: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Verona Airport: 7 km
  • Montichiari Airport: 64 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Mountain view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Serbian

Safety & security:

  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at Appartamento Leone

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 10:00 to 20:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.5

Comfort:

9.5

Location:

8.5

Facilities:

9.5

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.5