Roberto Flat – 10 minuti da Fiera di Verona

Hotel Description

You know, I stumbled upon Roberto Flat last spring when I was in Verona for a quick work trip tied to the Fiera – that massive fairground where they host everything from wine expos to machinery shows, and honestly, it’s a lifesaver being just a 10-minute drive away. I mean, Via Monfalcone is tucked into Borgo Roma, this sort of unpretentious neighborhood south of the city center, where you’ll spot locals zipping around on scooters and grabbing espressos at corner bars rather than the tourist hordes clogging up Piazza delle Erbe. Pulling up to number 3, it’s not some grand palazzo – more like a modest apartment building with a buzzer system that works most of the time (though I had to jiggle it once after a late flight). Check-in was straightforward; the host, this friendly guy named Marco – or was it Matteo? – handed over the keys with a quick rundown in broken English, and boom, I was in. No fancy lobby, just a clean staircase that smelled faintly of lemon cleaner, which was refreshing after the dusty drive from the airport.

The flat itself – well, it’s called a flat for a reason; mine was a one-bedroom setup on the second floor, with a little kitchenette that came in handy for whipping up pasta from the nearby Conad supermarket on Via Tombetta (pro tip: stock up there if you’re on a budget, their fresh mozzarella is killer). The bed was firm but comfy, sheets crisp like they’d just come off the line, and there was this quirky balcony overlooking the street where I sipped my morning coffee listening to the hum of early traffic – not too loud, mind you, but if you’re a light sleeper, earplugs might help during rush hour. It’s rated a 7 for good reason; everything’s functional – Wi-Fi that’s decent for emails but spotty for streaming Netflix, a bathroom with hot water that takes a second to warm up, and air conditioning that does the job in Verona’s sticky summers. I appreciated the parking situation; street spots are free but snag one early, especially during fair weeks when Borgo Roma gets busier. Oh, and there’s a tiny laundry room downstairs – saved me from overpacking. Wandered out one evening to that family-run trattoria on Via Scuderlando, just a five-minute walk, where the gnocchi with gorgonzola hit the spot after a long day. It’s not glamorous, but it feels authentic, like crashing at a friend’s place in a real Italian suburb.

All in all, if you’re hitting Verona for the Fiera or just want a no-frills base to explore without blowing your euros on those overpriced spots near the Arena (which is about a 15-minute bus ride from here, by the way – catch the 21 from the stop on Via Monfalcone), Roberto Flat’s a solid pick. It’s got that lived-in charm, keeps things affordable for a 3-star, and yeah, there might be the occasional creaky floorboard or basic decor that screams “budget,” but honestly, it left me feeling like I’d gotten a genuine slice of Verona life. I’d go back in a heartbeat – especially in off-season fall when the area’s quieter and you can actually hear the Adige River murmuring if you stroll a bit west. Just don’t expect luxury; it’s for travelers who value practicality over polish.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $113. Two-Bedroom Superior Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5

Reviews

• Limpeza pessima,Cheguei no apartamento estava sem a tampa do vaso sanitário fiz a solicitação e o proprietário mandou um – Nicolly from Brazil – 15 July 2025 (5/10)

  Limpeza pessima,Cheguei no apartamento estava sem a tampa do vaso sanitário fiz a solicitação e o proprietário mandou um assistente depois de dois dias e com a tampa errada seja fiquei no apartamento com o vaso sem a tampa um desconforto horrível para nós mulheres sentar no vaso sem tampa.
  
  What could be improved: Limpeza pessima,Cheguei no apartamento estava sem a tampa do vaso sanitário fiz a solicitação e o proprietário mandou um assistente depois de dois dias e com a tampa errada seja fiquei no apartamento com o vaso sem a tampa um desconforto horrível para nós mulheres sentar no vaso sem tampa.

• Appartamento cogliente comodo bella località – Luciana from Brazil – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

• Disappointing – Delia from Romania – 19 June 2025 (4/10)

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