Vicolo Cieco Fiumicello 12, 37129 Verona, Italy
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Casa fiumicello Overview

First Impressions

Tucked into a narrow vicolo just steps from the Adige river, Casa fiumicello is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve actually found Verona rather than just visited it. The address alone — Vicolo Cieco Fiumicello — sounds like something out of a novel, and honestly, arriving here on foot with your bag rolling over the cobblestones feels pretty cinematic. It’s a three-star property, so don’t expect grand lobbies or uniformed doormen, but what you get instead is something that suits this city a lot better.

Location & Neighborhood

The location is genuinely one of the best things going for it. You’re in the top-rated area of Verona, which means the Arena, Piazza Bra, and the old Roman streets are all within easy walking distance — no buses, no taxis, just you and the city. I mean, couples especially seem to love it here, and it’s easy to see why: the neighborhood has that quiet, lived-in feel that the more touristy pockets of Verona have sort of lost. There’s a bakery nearby that opens early, and the riverside walk in the morning is genuinely lovely before the crowds show up.

The Rooms

The rooms are comfortable and well put together — nothing over-designed, which actually works in their favor. You get the sense that someone thought carefully about what travelers actually need rather than what looks good in a brochure. The spaces are clean and calm, with enough character to remind you that you’re in an old Italian city and not some anonymous chain hotel. It’s the kind of room you’re happy to come back to after a long day of walking, which in Verona, is every day.

The Feel of the Place

Casa fiumicello has a rating of 8.6, and honestly, that tracks with what you experience staying there. It’s not flashy, but it’s solid in all the ways that matter — friendly staff, a sense of calm, and that slightly hidden quality that makes you feel like you’ve found something other guests missed. There’s a warmth to the place that’s hard to manufacture, and it comes through in the small things: the way the space is kept, the little local touches here and there. It feels personal, which is rarer than it should be.

Why Guests Love It

If you’re visiting Verona as a couple — and plenty of people do, given the whole Romeo and Juliet thing — this place makes a lot of sense. The location score of 8.9 isn’t just a number; it reflects the fact that you can step outside and be in the middle of one of Italy’s most beautiful cities within minutes, without any of the noise or chaos that comes with staying right on the main drag. It’s a three-star stay that punches above its weight in terms of experience, mostly because it’s planted in exactly the right spot and run with genuine care. Worth it.

Many travelers prefer to book apartments in Verona through trusted local agencies that provide insider knowledge about the best districts for experiencing the city’s romantic atmosphere and artistic heritage.

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Reviews of Casa fiumicello

  • Cimmino from Italy – 20 January 2025 (8/10)

    Calda piccola e confortevole

    What could be improved: Purtroppo non c’era un parcheggio quindi a come capitava di trovare posto. Bagno un po’ troppo piccolo però per una coppia o ragazz* va più che bene

  • Olha from Germany – 5 January 2025 (9/10)

    Mi è piaciuto tutto molto. Corrisponde alla descrizione. Tutte le attrazioni sono vicine, c'è un supermercato e negozi nelle vicinanze. L'appartamento ha tutto il necessario. Mio figlio e io ci siamo davvero divertiti. Grazie mille al proprietario per la sua ospitalità!

  • Luca from Italy – 29 December 2024 (9/10)

    Accogliente, pulita e molto calda

    What could be improved: Bagno un po’ piccolo ma funzionale

  • Luciano from Spain – 10 January 2024 (9/10)

    Fue muy fácil todo, y la casa en sí tenía todo lo necesario para pasar unos buenos días en la ciudad.

    What could be improved: El portal y la zona son un poco raros, la ubicación bien, está cerca del centro pero fuera de la zona turística, pero un poco más adelante ya se veía una zona un poco peor

  • Maurizio from Italy – 16 October 2023 (9/10)

    Bella la posizione , molto strategica per raggiungere tutti i punti d'interesse della bella Verona, la cordialità del proprietario è un qualcosa di unico, l'appartamento non manca di nulla, molto accogliente e ben strutturato.

  • Sonya from Australia – 6 October 2023 (9/10)

    It was nice and clean and quiet. Also easy to get around.

    What could be improved: And the owners where easy to deal with.

  • Lorna from United Kingdom – 4 September 2023 (9/10)

    This lovely apartment was very clean and had everything that we needed!! the cooking facilities were great and there was a good fridge and freezer. the host was absolutely amazing!! she was very helpful and offered recommendations to us in the city. The beds were very comfortable and the Air conditioning was amazing! the location was walking distance to the Centre. We really appreciated the free condiments, bed linen, towels and the use of the hair dryer. Would 100% recommend and would stay again! thank you so much!!

  • Lauren from United Kingdom – 17 August 2023 (9/10)

    Very central location but outside of the overly busy streets, great little place perfect for cooking relaxing and recuperating for great days out in Verona.

  • Paolo from Italy – 19 July 2023 (8/10)

    Posizione buona per raggiungere il centro sia a piedi che con i mezzi, letti comodi, cucina funzionante e ben attrezzata

  • Martin from United States – 18 June 2023 (8/10)

    The price

    What could be improved: A little small, the shower is practically in the toilette.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Mura: 400 m
  • La Giarina: 950 m
  • Piazza Erbe: 1.4 km
  • Ponte Pietra: 1.2 km
  • Romeo’s House: 1.5 km
  • Palazzo Rizzardi: 1.1 km
  • Giulietta’s House: 1.3 km
  • Casa Renato Simoni: 1.1 km
  • Palazzo Bevilacqua: 1.3 km
  • Provianda di Santa Marta: 400 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Osteria Ai Osei: 200 m
  • Restaurant Osteria ai Osei: 250 m
  • Restaurant Pizzeria Trattoria Santa Marta: 400 m

Top attractions:

  • Piazza Bra: 1.7 km
  • Verona Arena: 1.7 km
  • Juliet’s Tomb: 1.8 km
  • Scaliger Tombs: 1.5 km
  • Torre dei Lamberti: 1.5 km
  • I Portoni della Bra: 1.8 km
  • Castelvecchio Bridge: 2.4 km
  • Castelvecchio Museum: 2.2 km
  • Piazzale Castel San Pietro: 1.7 km
  • Castello Scaligero Villafranca: 19 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Val Galina e Progno Borago: 8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Gaibana: 41 km
  • Valon J-bar: 41 km
  • Malga San Giorgio Magic Carpet: 41 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Verona Bus station: 3 km
  • Train Stazione Verona Porta Vescovo: 1 km
  • Train Verona Porta Nuova Train Station: 3.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Verona Airport: 13 km
  • Montichiari Airport: 68 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
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House Rules at Casa fiumicello

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

    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:

    9.1

    Location:

    8.6

    Free WiFi:

    10

    Facilities:

    8.5

    Cleanliness:

    8.7

    Value for money:

    8.9