Palio Garden Suite

Hotel Description

I remember pulling up to Palio Garden Suite on Via Albere – it’s this quiet little street in Borgo Milano, you know, that neighborhood right by the Stadio Bentegodi where all the Hellas Verona matches happen. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical at first because it’s not smack in the historic center like those touristy spots near the Arena, but man, that turned out to be a blessing. We drove in from the A4 highway – super easy, no crazy traffic – and found parking right out front without any hassle, which is rare in Verona, especially during the summer opera season when everything’s jammed. The building’s an older one, scala A on the second floor (that’s piano 2 in Italian terms), and the check-in was this warm, no-fuss thing with the owner handing over keys and chatting about the best nearby gelato spot on Via Tombetta, just a five-minute stroll away. You climb these creaky stairs – no elevator, which might be a drag if you’ve got heavy bags, but it adds to that authentic Veronese apartment vibe, like you’re staying in a friend’s place rather than some sterile hotel.

What really won me over was the suite itself – spacious, with these huge windows overlooking a private garden that’s all lush greenery and blooming jasmine in the evenings. I mean, waking up to birds chirping and the faint smell of fresh espresso from the kitchenette (they stock it with local beans, by the way) beats any chain hotel breakfast buffet. It’s rated 9.3 for a reason; everything’s spotless, the bed’s like sinking into a cloud – king-sized with those crisp linens – and there’s even a little balcony where we sipped prosecco watching the sun set over the Adige River, which is just a short walk down to Ponte Catena. The area’s got this low-key residential feel, so noise levels are minimal at night, though you might hear the occasional scooter zipping by on Via Albere in the mornings. We wandered to the center easily – about 15 minutes on foot to Piazza Bra, passing those hidden osterias locals love on Corso Milano. And get this, it’s perfect for off-season stays in fall when Verona’s less crowded; we caught a quiet market on Via San Nazaro nearby, picking up fresh figs and cheese for a picnic in the garden. Sure, the Wi-Fi dipped a bit during peak hours – nothing major, but worth noting if you’re working remotely – but overall, it felt like a hidden gem, blending that 4-star comfort with real Italian charm.

You should care about this place if you’re after something genuine in Verona, not just the postcard version. It’s not flashy, but that’s the point – it lets you live like a local, maybe catch a game at the stadium or hop on a bike (they have rentals nearby) to explore Borgo Trento across the river. We left feeling refreshed, and I’d go back in a heartbeat, especially for that garden escape after a day dodging crowds at Juliet’s balcony. If Verona’s on your list, skip the overpriced center hotels and give Palio a shot – trust me, it’s the kind of spot that sticks with you.

Reviews

• Nikoleta from Slovakia – 7 June 2024 (10/10)

  Comfortable apartment within walking distance from the center in a well-maintained apartment building, you can find everything you need here even for a longer stay. Excellent communication with the owner.

• Nuno from Germany – 6 April 2025 (10/10)

  Gostei de tudo não tenho nada a apontar

• Giulia from Italy – 9 March 2025 (10/10)

  Appartamento accogliente e pulito, profumo di pulito all'entrata
  Accessoriato di tutti i comfort

• Antonio from Italy – 3 November 2024 (10/10)

  Appartamento molto carino, non troppo lontano dal centro, con un bel terrazzino e la possibilità di un comodo garage privato.

• Mario from Italy – 6 September 2024 (10/10)

  C'erano tutti i comfort: clima, lava-asciuga, cucina, frigo, ecc. Garage personale e servizi nelle immediate vicinanze: supermercato, bar, pasticceria, ecc.
  
  What could be improved: Nulla!

• Vivien from Austria – 4 September 2024 (10/10)

  Sehr zufrieden.
  Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt.

• Biagio from Italy – 23 August 2024 (10/10)

  Non ho ravvisato elementi negativi
  
  What could be improved: Mancavano i strofinacci in cucina e le presine
  Per cui consiglierei ai titolari di provvedere

• Gwen29200 from France – 19 August 2024 (10/10)

  L appartement en lui même est très bien, situé à 30 minutes du centre, 15 de la gare à pieds.
  Bien équipé avec climatisation, machine à laver, lave vaisselle.
  
  What could be improved: La table de cuisine est un peu petite.

• Frank from Germany – 1 August 2024 (8/10)

  Die Unterkunft ist gut. Lage nicht zu weit außerhalb, sehr sehr nett hergerichtet und gute Betten. Potenziell Garagenplatz. Klimaanlage. Es funktionierte alles
  
  What could be improved: Schon eng mit 5 Personen (Betten, Tisch) aber machbar für ein paar Tage. Balkon wegen Luftablass Klimaanlage nicht nutzbar außer für Wäsche. Das nahmen wir aufgrund der Hitze aber gerne in Kauf.

• Posgay from Hungary – 29 July 2024 (10/10)

  Nagyon nagyon kedves volt a komminukáció a szállásadóval, szuper helyen van a szállás, közel a belvároshoz, tiszta, rendezett apartman.

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