Verona Liberty Flats – Torricelle e Adige

Hotel Description

You know, I stumbled upon Verona Liberty Flats – Torricelle e Adige almost by accident last spring, when I was chasing that perfect mix of old-world charm and a spot that doesn’t feel overrun by tour groups. It’s tucked away on Viale Nino Bixio in Borgo Trento, this leafy neighborhood just across the Adige River from the historic center – think elegant villas and those winding paths up to the Torricelle hills where locals hike on weekends. I drove in from Milan, and honestly, finding parking was a breeze; there’s a little lot nearby, but if you’re like me and prefer walking everywhere, you can ditch the car and stroll over Ponte della Vittoria to the Arena in about 15 minutes. The building itself has that Liberty-style facade – you know, Art Nouveau with all the curvy ironwork and floral details – which sort of whispers “early 1900s elegance” without trying too hard. Check-in was low-key; the host met me at the door with a fresh espresso (a godsend after the drive), and even though it’s more like serviced apartments than a full hotel, it felt personal, like crashing at a friend’s place who knows Verona inside out.

What really won me over, though – and I mean this – was how the place balances that lived-in vibe with practical perks for travelers who aren’t into flashy resorts. My flat overlooked the river, with these big windows letting in the soft morning light and the faint hum of boats chugging along the Adige (it’s quieter than you’d think, especially off-season in April when the city’s not swarming with opera fans). The rooms are spacious, with wooden floors that creak just a bit underfoot – in a charming way, not annoying – and kitchens stocked with basics like olive oil and pasta, which saved me on those lazy evenings when I didn’t want to venture out to Via Mazzini for dinner. Well, there was that one minor hiccup: the Wi-Fi dipped a couple times during a rainstorm, but nothing a quick reset couldn’t fix, and hey, it forced me to actually read that book I’d packed. Mornings, I’d grab a croissant from the bakery on Via IV Novembre (just a block away, super local spot with the best almond ones) and head up to the Torricelle for views over the city – it’s steep, but worth it for that fresh pine scent and the way the fog lifts off the hills. Noise-wise, it’s peaceful; Borgo Trento isn’t the party zone, so you get real sleep, though summer weekends might bring some river traffic sounds if your window’s open.

All in all, if you’re hitting Verona for a few days – maybe catching a show at the Arena or wandering Juliet’s balcony without the crowds – this place is a solid pick, especially at 3-star prices with an 8.6 rating that feels earned. It’s not perfect (bathrooms are compact, pack light), but it gives you that authentic slice of Veronese life, away from the tourist traps. I’d go back in a heartbeat, particularly in fall when the leaves turn and the air smells like roasting chestnuts from the markets nearby. Trust me, it’s the kind of spot that makes you feel like you’ve discovered your own little corner of Italy.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $84. Superior Apartment with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Super séjour et appartement – Pascal from France – 3 June 2024 (10/10)

  Nous avons tout aimé. Le confort, la modernité, tout….

• deve essere curata di più la pulizia – Daniela from Italy – 3 October 2024 (7/10)

  confortevole, ben arredata
  
  What could be improved: Ho richiesto un cambio di lenzuola poiché risultavano macchiate. hanno provveduto a portarmi delle nuove lenzuola ma ho dovuto rifarmi il letto da sola. la mancanza di una federa copri piumino mi sembra poco igienica, come dimostrano le macchie riscontrate sul piumino

• Gute Lage, bequemes Bett – Meisternorbert from Germany – 2 October 2024 (7/10)

  Das Bett war bequem und das Schlafzimmer groß genug, um alle Sachen unterzubringen.
  Die Ausstattung der Küche war okay (IKEA).
  Gute Verkehrsanbindung zum Bahnhof.
  In Laufweite zur Altstadt.
  
  What could be improved: Hier wurde eine Altbauwohnung in 2 Apartments geteilt.
  
  Die Ausstattung ist schick, aber in Details nicht durchdacht. Zum Beispiel:
  Beim Öffnen der Fenster kollidieren diese mit den Gardinenstangen.
  Die Toilette ist direkt hinter der Badezimmertür ohne Freiraum.
  Die Regendusche verteilt das Wasser Richtung Wand statt nach unten auf die Person.
  Am Küchentresen kann man nur beengt zu zweit nebeneinander sitzen.
  Es gibt keinen einzigen Stuhl, auf dem man normal und bequem sitzen kann. Nur Hocker oder Barhocker und ein Mini-Sofa, auf dem nur 1 Person sitzen kann.
  
  Aktuell wird die Wohnung nebenan kernsaniert – es ist sehr laut, sobald die Handwerker kommen.

• Exceptional – Caterina from Italy – 6 March 2025 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Giuseppe from Italy – 10 November 2024 (10/10)

• Superb – Karner from Austria – 20 June 2024 (9/10)

• Exceptional – Giulia from Switzerland – 11 June 2024 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Artsiom from Poland – 5 April 2024 (10/10)

• Good – Marie from Italy – 12 December 2024 (7/10)

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