The Astoria Hotel Italia could be considered the Waldorf of Udine. The hotel claims a few interesting historical anecdotes: Mussolini visited a little before the march on Rome, and the writer Achille Campanile slept on the hotel pool table one night in 1932 when all the rooms were occupied due to the Tour d'Italia passing through Udine. Today, the Astoria Hotel Italia is Udine's most renowned hotel, and though it no longer has a pool table, it is still the ideal place for a stylish break.
This discreet late-1800s villa boasts a quiet garden to revel in. Relax here if Udine is a little too busy for you. Managed since 1965 by the Clochiatti family and renovated in 1998, this hotel is centrally located and easily reachable from the main train station. This hotel is geared toward business travelers and offers facilities including private parking, fax and photocopying services. The welcoming, family atmosphere is enhanced by the courteous staff that offers speedy yet personalized service.
Guests are welcomed to the entrance hall of the elegant Hotel Ambassador by two marble statues that flank a regal staircase. The hotel is located opposite a small town park half way between the town center and the train station, and is comfortable, discreet and particularly suited to business men and quiet tourists. The hotel has 83 recently renovated rooms with four star comforts, private garages and a lounge for receptions and conventions. Inside there is a renowned restaurant that serves international cuisine and a large selection of à la carte wines.
At the beginning of the century hotel was a changeover point for horses pulling carriages from then Austro-Hungarian Empire. Today, it is one of the city's most important hotels and a favorite of businessmen. Many rooms include video equipment and amplifiers and are suitable for meetings and conferences. The hotel's sports equipment, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts and indoor football ground make it popular with sporty types as well. The hotel hosts fashion shows, gala evenings and small congress meetings, and houses football players for games at the Friuli stadium. The recently enlarged hotel has 64 double rooms, 18 singles and two suites, all with the level of comfort you would expect from a three-star hotel as well as other benefits such as hydro massage, sauna and Turkish baths. An award-winning restaurant on site serves delicious seafood and offers both traditional Friulian dishes and international fare.
It is just a short walk away to Slovenia from here. Indeed, Hotel Touring & Villa D'este is one of the last Italian bulwarks before the border. This traditional-style hotel is deep in Trieste's Carso and has an imposing view over the wonderful Val Rosandra, a valley which is one of the most attractive areas in the upper-plain. It has a friendly, rural atmosphere which is perfect for those who want to spend a few days communing with nature, far from the stress of busy city life. There is an excellent restaurant with a garden. It serves many typically local dishes and they also have a menu for the little ones.
If you are planning a trip to Trieste in Italy, don’t forget to include Grado in your itinerary. And one of the best accommodations here is Residence Punta Spin. It is located beside a sprawling beach surrounded by pine forests. You can book mobile homes, bungalows or camps for your stay here. Your family can enjoy a fun-filled holiday in natural surroundings with facilities such as swimming pools, restaurants, bars, fitness center with a sauna, a Turkish bath and gym, tennis courts, other sporting activities and bicycles for hire. There are other attractions nearby to enhance your holiday like the old town of Grado, the lagoon and many historical buildings, among others.
Offering a swimming pool and a garden, Agriturismo Beria de Carvalho de Puppi is situated in San Giovanni al Natisone in the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, 57 km from Trieste. Free private parking and free WiFi are available on site. All units include a seating area. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave and kettle are also featured. Bed linen is available. The property also offers mini-market. The property has water sports facilities and free use of bicycles is available. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and horse riding. Udine is 22 km from Agriturismo Beria Carvalho Puppi, while Palmanova is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Trieste Airport, 19 km from the property.
Set just 200 metres from a sandy beach in Lignano Pineta, Hotel Erica features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and fitness area. Free bikes are available to explore the local area. Air-conditioned rooms at the Erica include a balcony, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fridge. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Cheeses, cold cuts, bread and jam feature in the buffet breakfast, which is served on the garden terrace in fine weather. The restaurant specialises in traditional Italian dishes, and there is also a bar. The property is 18 km from Latisana, and Udine is a 50-minute drive away.
Hotel Croce Di Malta offers a private beach and a large swimming pool with whirlpool; all in the quiet neighbourhood of Lignano Pineta. Guest rooms come with private balconies. This 4-star hotel in Lignano Sabbiadoro also includes a restaurant, bar, and children's playroom. Bikes are available from reception free of charge. Guests at the Croce Di Malta have sun loungers and umbrellas reserved at the beach just 200 metres away.
Just 400 metres from its private beach in Bibione, Grand Hotel Esplanada offers a pool with hydromassage area, a garden with gazebo, and a tennis court. Wi-Fi is free, and all rooms have a balcony. Air-conditioned rooms at the Esplanada include an LCD satellite TV and a minibar. The private bathroom has a hairdryer. Each room includes a parasol, sun lounger, and deckchair at the beach. Breakfast is served in the veranda daily, and a bar is also available. At the restaurant with grill, you can enjoy a buffet lunch or an à la carte dinner. Free soft drinks are provided with meals. A Junior Club is arranged for children, who can also have fun in their dedicated pool area. Guests can sunbathe on the pool deck with sun loungers and deck chairs, and free towels are provided. Private parking at the hotel is free.
Set on the seafront in Bibione, Hotel Corallo is just a few steps from the shops and its private beach. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, free bike rental and free parking. Wi-Fi is also free. Offering balconies with views of the sea, rooms are air conditioned and feature an LCD TV and private bathroom. The breakfast buffet includes freshly baked cakes, croissants and biscuits, as well as savoury items. The restaurant serves Mediterranean and international dishes made using only the freshest ingredients. The Corallo Hotel is a modern property with its own bar and floral garden. It offers 2 tennis courts and a small private beach with free sun loungers and parasols. The hotel is 1 km from the town’s spa centre. Lignano Pineta and Lignano Sabbiadoro are around a 20-minute drive away.
Located a 5-minute walk from the railway station of San Giovanni al Natisone, Hotel Campiello offers soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms at the family-run Campiello Hotel are air conditioned and have modern furniture. Each is equipped with a desk and a minibar. The restaurant serves local as well as international dishes. Special fish menus are available. The buffet breakfast consists of sweet and savoury food, such as croissants, jams, and eggs and bacon. The A4 Autostrada Serenissima motorway is a 20-minute drive away. Trieste Ronchi dei Legionari Airport is located 21 km from the property and a shuttle service to the airport is available upon request.