Suite Ponte Pietra

Hotel Description

You know, I stumbled upon Suite Ponte Pietra almost by accident during a spring trip to Verona – I’d been wandering along the Adige River after grabbing a gelato from that little spot on Via Sottoriva, and there it was, tucked right on Via Ponte Pietra, just steps from the ancient stone bridge that gives the place its name. Honestly, the location is a dream if you’re into that old-world Italian charm without the hassle of being smack in the tourist throng. It’s in the historical center, yeah, but on the quieter side – think narrow cobblestone alleys where locals zip by on bikes, and you’re maybe a 10-minute stroll from the Arena or Juliet’s House, but far enough that you don’t hear the evening crowds until you want to join them. I mean, parking’s a bit of a nightmare here, like anywhere in Verona’s old town; we ended up leaving the car at a garage near Piazza Isolo and walking the rest, which actually turned out to be a blessing because it forced us to slow down and soak in the vibes. The building itself has that weathered elegance – exposed brick walls that feel cool and textured under your fingers, and our suite overlooked the river, with these big windows that let in the golden afternoon light bouncing off the water. Well, sort of – there was a bit of construction noise from across the bridge one morning, but it died down by breakfast time.

What really won me over, though, was how the place balances that boutique feel with actual comfort, you know? It’s a 4-star spot with a stellar 9.4 rating for good reason – the rooms are spacious suites, not those cramped hotel boxes, with plush bedding that smells faintly of lavender (they must use some local detergent or something), and a kitchenette that’s handy for whipping up espresso from beans you pick up at the market on Via Mazzini. The staff? Super welcoming; the check-in was a breeze, with this guy named Marco chatting about the best time to visit the nearby Teatro Romano – early morning in summer to beat the heat, he said, and he wasn’t wrong. We stayed in May, when Verona’s not yet sweltering, and the evenings were perfect for sitting on the tiny balcony, listening to the river lap against the stones and the distant hum of Vespas. Oh, and there’s no full restaurant, but they do a simple continental breakfast with fresh cornetti and cappuccino that hits the spot – though if you’re a light sleeper, note that church bells from Sant’Anastasia ring out around dawn, which is charming until it’s not. Still, it’s those little authentic touches that make it special; it’s not overly polished like some chain hotels, but feels lived-in, with creaky wooden floors that add to the romance.

All in all, if you’re heading to Verona for a romantic escape or just to wander the historic streets – maybe catching an opera at the Arena in July – Suite Ponte Pietra is the kind of place that sticks with you. It’s not flawless (those stairs to the upper floors could be a drag with heavy luggage), but it captures that effortless Italian allure, making you feel like you’ve got your own little pied-à-terre in the city of love. I’d go back in a heartbeat, especially off-season when the area’s even quieter and you can snag a river-view room without the premium. Trust me, it’s worth it for the memories.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $189. Superior Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• A beautiful property located in a quiet and picturesque neighborhood. – Thomas from United States – 4 November 2024 (10/10)

  Nicely furnished with more than just basic kitchen supplies. Outstanding location directly above the river close to many restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, shopping and landmarks. Great owner readily available by text with speedy, helpful replies.

• Highly recommended – Karstein from Norway – 14 October 2024 (10/10)

  Very nice flat with fantastic location, we really enjoyed the stay.

• Charming apartment next to Ponte Pietra – Carsten from Switzerland – 15 July 2024 (10/10)

  This place is a pearl placed just next to Ponte Pietra and is very charming with the art deco style. And a bonus: The owner has a fantastic Osteria downstairs. Food and atmosphere is awesome. We loved to stay there!
  
  What could be improved: All was good

• Exceptional – Neil from United States – 12 July 2024 (10/10)

  Self breakfast ,no problem , location beyond excellent…
  
  What could be improved: Another 2 weeks on this apartment.

• An enjoyable stay in a prime location. – Victoria from United States – 6 October 2024 (7/10)

  The location was fantastic!
  
  What could be improved: The apartment could use some additional touches: 1) light blocking curtains in the bedroom; 2) tissues (Kleenex) in the bathroom; 3) a shelf in the shower.

• Excepcional – Alfredo from Spain – 25 October 2024 (10/10)

  Una casa antigua preciosa justo al lado del Puente de Piedra, con unas vistas inmejorables al rio desde el balcón

• Séjour de rêve – Kathryn from Switzerland – 22 September 2024 (10/10)

  Appartement de rêve avec une vue magnifique.
  Emplacement juste spectaculaire et accueil fantastique.
  On a passé un séjour vraiment très agréable et relaxant.
  On le conseil très fortement.

• Superbe week-end dans une charmante ville qu’est Vérone – Fred from Switzerland – 5 April 2024 (9/10)

  La vue sur le pont

• Verona is een mooie plaats – Antje from Netherlands – 8 July 2024 (8/10)

  Leuke uitstraling, alles was aanwezig
  
  What could be improved: Ligt aan de rivier, erg veel lawaai van stromend water.

• Schöne, aber teure Location, die einige nicht preisangemessene Unzulänglichkeiten hat – Helga from Germany – 28 August 2023 (6/10)

  Direkt im Etschbogen an der Ponte Pietra, Balkon über den Stromschnellen (sehr laut, deshalb nachts keine Fensteröffnung sinnvoll, aber Klimaanlage als Alternative) und tolle Aussicht. Netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber = Besitzer des unter der Suite gelegenen sehr guten Restaurants, deshalb dort zuverlässig ansprechbar. Antik und geschmackvoll eingerichteter Wohnraum.
  
  What could be improved: Reparaturbedürftige Einrichtungsteile (Küchenunterschrank mit Schild ´nicht benutzbar´, Toilettenpapierhalterung lag auf Regal war aber nicht an der vorgesehenen Wandstelle montiert) wurden nicht instandgesetzt vor Vermietung, was bei 250 EUR pro Nacht (dafür kann man in Verona direkt neben der Arena in einem 3-Sterne-Hotel incl. Frühstück und Parkplatz übernachten) nicht akzeptabel ist.
  Booking.com gibt als Zahlungsmöglichkeit ´nur Barzahlung´ an, was unzutreffend ist. Der Besitzer akzeptiert Kartenzahlungen für das Apartment genauso wie für sein Restaurant.

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