Borgo Trento Residence

Hotel Description

I remember pulling up to Borgo Trento Residence on a warm Verona afternoon last spring – you know, that time of year when the city starts buzzing with tourists but hasn’t quite hit peak chaos yet. Salita Monte Grappa is this steep little climb off Lungadige San Giorgio, tucked into the Borgo Trento neighborhood, which feels more like a locals’ hangout than the touristy crush around the Arena. Honestly, if you’re driving, parking can be a bit of a hassle – street spots are scarce, and the hotel’s own garage is tight, but they sorted it out for me with a quick call ahead. Walking in, the place has that unpretentious vibe of an old Italian apartment building turned residence – think exposed brick walls in the lobby (well, more like a cozy reception area) and a faint whiff of espresso from the machine they keep going all day. My room was on the second floor, nothing fancy, but spacious enough with a little kitchenette that saved me a fortune on meals – I whipped up pasta from the market on Via IV Novembre, just a 10-minute stroll away.

What really won me over, though, was how it balances that homey feel with some thoughtful touches you don’t always get in a 3-star spot. The beds are firm but comfy, with those crisp white linens that smell like they’ve been line-dried in the sun – and the balcony overlooked a quiet courtyard where birds chirp at dawn, drowning out any distant traffic from the Adige River nearby. It’s not super luxurious, I mean, the bathroom’s basic with a shower that takes a second to heat up, but everything’s spotless, and the Wi-Fi held up even when I was streaming shows after a long day exploring. Borgo Trento itself is a gem – you’re a short walk from Ponte Pietra for those romantic river views, or you can hop over to the historic center without dealing with the crowds on Corso Porta Borsari right away. Oh, and if you’re into local eats, there’s this tiny trattoria on Via San Nazaro with the best risotto – I stumbled on it one evening, and it felt like a secret. Noise-wise, it’s pretty peaceful, especially off-season, though summer weekends might bring some chatter from folks heading to the bars along the lungadige.

All in all, if you’re the type who wants to feel like you’re actually living in Verona rather than just visiting – sorting of embedding yourself in the neighborhood rhythm – this place is a solid pick. It’s not for those seeking pampering or round-the-clock service (check-in’s straightforward but no concierge fuss), but at an 8.9 rating, it’s earned its stripes for value. I’d go back in a heartbeat, especially in quieter months like October when the leaves turn and the city’s magic really shines without the hordes. You know what? Pack light, grab a gelato from the spot near Castelvecchio (a 15-minute walk), and settle in – it’ll make your trip memorable for all the right, understated reasons.

Reviews

• Exceptional – Adrian from Romania – 9 July 2025 (10/10)

  near the center, parking on blue lines available in the evening. spacious rooms.

• Very good – Mixalhs from Greece – 9 July 2025 (8/10)

  Good location and brand new apartment. Everything was new. Could be better decorated. Cheap Ikea furniture but its ok.
  Good overall experience.
  
  What could be improved: Bad view. No chair and table in the balcony, Come on we are in italy, no chair and table to enjoy a wine in the night outside.
  Really?

• Perfect – 100% recommend. – Adam from Slovakia – 6 July 2025 (10/10)

  nice spacious appartment, clean, good location (10min walk to center).
  
  What could be improved: its not big deal but there could be more than one pillow per bed/person.

• I will definitely recommend everyone to Borgo Trento Resident, it’s gives you that feeling of home away from home. – Michael from United Kingdom – 4 July 2025 (10/10)

  I obviously love everything about the property, the cleanliness, the air conditioner was perfect. The property is close to the city with various transportation links.

• Exceptional – Andrius from Lithuania – 2 July 2025 (10/10)

  Apartment in good location, clean rooms, everything looks nice.
  
  What could be improved: Regarding city taxes, it should be paid separately. Just time loosing to the tenant. When it can be paid together much easier.

• Amazing place and extremely clean at a perfect price. – Christopher from Finland – 1 July 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was very good.

• Very cozy, great temperature. No complaints – Matt from Australia – 29 June 2025 (9/10)

  Clean, water in fridge, quiet, shower, coffee
  
  What could be improved: No soap or shampoo holder in shower.

• Superb – Domingos from United States – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

  closed to everything
  Historic center
  Easy to walk
  Restaurants, coffee shops
  
  What could be improved: Meet my expectation

• Overall very good and appreciated the quick responses from the staff – Kajsa from Norway – 17 June 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Sadly they didn’t have any cooking utensils at all and were told we would be provided with it, so didn’t have much to cook with unfortunately
  Nothing to wash our plates with etc but was provided upon request

• Amazing stay! – Jose from Ireland – 6 June 2025 (10/10)

  Huge apartment, prime location, new furniture, wi-fi very good! Neighborhood fantastic!

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