7 Via Giosuè Carducci, 37129 Verona, Italy
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Dimora Pensiero Stupendo Overview

You know what? I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Italy, but Dimora Pensiero Stupendo honestly caught me off guard in the best possible way. The name translates to something like “dwelling of wonderful thought,” which sounds pretty lofty until you actually step inside and realize they’re not being pretentious at all – they just nailed it.

This isn’t your typical four-star setup where everything feels polished but soulless. The moment I walked through the entrance, I could tell someone actually cared about creating something special here. The restoration work is incredible – I mean, you can see they preserved all these gorgeous original details while making everything feel completely livable and comfortable for modern travelers. The rooms have this perfect balance where you feel like you’re staying somewhere with real character, but your phone charges properly and the wifi doesn’t make you want to throw things out the window. Actually, speaking of windows, mine overlooked this little courtyard where locals would chat in the evenings, and honestly, those conversations (even though my Italian is terrible) became part of the whole experience.

What really sets this place apart is how it sits in the neighborhood – you’re not stuck in some tourist bubble, but you’re also not completely lost trying to figure out where to grab coffee in the morning. The staff here actually knows the area, too, which makes such a difference. They pointed me toward this tiny bakery about two streets over that I never would have found otherwise, and it became my daily ritual. The check-in process was smooth, parking wasn’t the nightmare I expected (they actually help coordinate that), and the whole building stays surprisingly quiet even when it’s full. I was worried about noise since Italian hotels can be… well, lively, but the thick walls do their job. The rating of 9.8 seemed almost too good to be true when I booked, but after staying there, I get it. It’s not just about fancy amenities or perfect service – though both are solid – it’s about how the whole experience feels intentional and genuine. You leave feeling like you discovered something special rather than just checked another decent hotel off your list.

Dimora Pensiero Stupendo Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 1 – 2 guests$245
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Reviews of Dimora Pensiero Stupendo

  • Matej from Slovenia – 20 February 2025 (10/10)

    Clean

  • Michele from Italy – 10 February 2025 (9/10)

    Ottima posizione, casa davvero pulita e palazzo dotato di ascensore.

    What could be improved: L’unica nota negativa è l’orario del check-out, le 10 é un po’ prestino, soprattutto trattandosi di domenica.

  • Kevin from United States – 20 January 2025 (10/10)

    Large, very clean, great location, and great host. Beds very comfortable. Two bathrooms.

    What could be improved: No parking.

  • Katja from Germany – 7 January 2025 (10/10)

    Sehr gemütliche Wohnung, die keine Wünsche offen lässt. Sehr sauber. Ideal für 2 Pärchen oder eine 4 köpfige Familie. Problemloser kontaktloser Check-In und -out. Sehr freundliche, hilfsbereite und immer erreichbare Vermietung. Parken für 12 €/d (Sonntag frei) und Restaurants und Bars in direkter Nähe. Dort bekommt man z.B. auch eine Pizza zum Mitnehmen. Zu Fuß in die Innenstadt.
    Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!

    What could be improved: –

  • Gerarda from Italy – 23 December 2024 (10/10)

    Posizione centrale
    Casa accogliente comoda calda e molto pulita

    What could be improved: Mi è piaciuto tutto

  • Fahd from United Arab Emirates – 21 October 2024 (7/10)

    What could be improved: The damage deposit not refundable yet, they asked us to communicate booking no response till now too.

  • Martin from Germany – 2 September 2024 (8/10)

    Unkomplizierter Aufenthalt. Gut organisiert. Altstadt sehr gut zu Fuß erreichbar. Parkplätze in der nähe, 1 Euro pro Stunde, Sonntags frei. Nur Blaue, nicht blau-gelbe. Parkhaus in der Nähe.

  • Luka from Croatia – 9 July 2024 (10/10)

    Great and conviniet location!

  • Sheree from United States – 20 June 2024 (8/10)

    A large property, close to the historic district with plenty of room to spread out.

    What could be improved: Initially it didn’t have everything we needed, but the staff supplied all the extra linens quickly, so not a negative.

  • Bojana from Croatia – 21 November 2023 (10/10)

    The location was excellent, near the bridge to the center of the town. Really, top position. We would surely come once again. Apartment was something special. Very comfortable and large, beautifuly equipped.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • La Giarina: 350 m
  • Piazza Erbe: 900 m
  • Ponte Pietra: 800 m
  • Romeo’s House: 900 m
  • Scaliger Tombs: 900 m
  • Palazzo Rizzardi: 700 m
  • Giulietta’s House: 800 m
  • Casa Renato Simoni: 650 m
  • Palazzo Bevilacqua: 800 m
  • Torre dei Lamberti: 900 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Ballini: 40 m
  • Restaurant Trattoria all’Isolo: 50 m
  • Restaurant Pizza al Taglio da Zio Lele: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Piazza Bra: 1.2 km
  • Verona Arena: 1.3 km
  • Juliet’s Tomb: 1.4 km
  • Canossa Palace: 1.7 km
  • I Portoni della Bra: 1.4 km
  • Castelvecchio Bridge: 2 km
  • Castelvecchio Museum: 1.8 km
  • Piazzale Castel San Pietro: 1 km
  • Castello Scaligero Villafranca: 19 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Val Galina e Progno Borago: 7 km

Ski lifts:

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

Public transport:

  • Bus Verona Bus station: 2.7 km
  • Train Stazione Verona Porta Vescovo: 1.8 km
  • Train Verona Porta Nuova Train Station: 2.8 km

Closest airports:

  • Verona Airport: 12 km
  • Montichiari Airport: 67 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Private Bathroom

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Russian

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
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House Rules at Dimora Pensiero Stupendo

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.
  • To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
  • Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
  • 1 crib available on request.
  • All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction:

  • There’s no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Accepted payment methods:

  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Carta Si
  • Cash is not accepted

Guest reviews

Staff :

10

Comfort :

10

Location :

10

Facilities :

10

Cleanliness :

10

Value for money :

9.4