A twist of geographical fate has rendered Brescia as one of northern Italy’s best kept secrets, hidden from the prying eyes of tourists and intrepid travelers. Wedged between its glitzy and, evidently, more popular neighbors, Verona and Milan, the verdant province is steeped in diverse landscapes that include everything from ski slopes to glistening lakes, picturesque villages to historic centers, and rolling hills to ancient ruins. Delve a little deeper into this scenic town and you’ll come across beautiful valleys emerging from the stunning pre-Alpine mountains. Walk into this fascinating corner of Italy and let the city cast its magical spell on you.
Here are some of the best places to stay in Brescia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 31, 2024.
1. Centro Paolo VI (from USD 108)
The stunning 15th-century building, with original frescoes and features, is located in the heart of the city - about 0.6 miles (1 km) from Piazza Vittoria Metro Station and Brescia Castle, while Brescia Train Station lies just short of a mile (1.6 km) away. As you walk into the hotel, you can’t help but be mesmerized by the classic furnishings and parquet flooring, which is reflected in each guest room as well. Besides an enviable location, the property boasts a private garden, 30 meeting rooms, a 24-hour snack counter, a large parking space, and even a church and a chapel.
Centro Paolo VI
Address: Via Gezio Calini 30
940 meters (0.6 ft) from Brescia Castle
2. Hotel Igea (from USD 74)
An ideal base camp for business travelers, the wholesome property is just a few steps from the business district, while the buzzing city center is at a 10 minutes’ walking distance. Offering great connectivity, Hotel Igea is just a short walk from Brescia Centrale Train Station and 328 feet (100 m) from the metro, with A4 Motorway within a 3-mile (5 km) radius. Besides free Wi-Fi, the air-conditioned rooms have an en suite bath with hair dryer and toiletries, a satellite TV, and a minibar. Walk into their on-site restaurant for a taste of both international and regional cuisines along with a glass of wine, and enjoy generous discounts at the nearby public car park.
Hotel Igea
Address: Viale Stazione 15
1.44 km (0.9 mi) from Brescia Castle
3. Albergo la Svolta (from USD 93)
Enjoying excellent locational advantage, the city-center property is surrounded by shops, bars, and cafes, while being close to local attractions like Piazza della Vittoria, Santa Maria dei Miracoli Church and Duomo Nuovo Cathedral. The Vittoria Metro Station is also just steps away, with the Brescia Train Station a short 10-minute walk away. The fully furnished city-view rooms are nice enough with en suite baths, free toiletries, work desk, and minibar, but the highlight of the hotel is their luxurious breakfast spread that includes an excellent array of cold cuts, pastries, fruits, dairy products, coupled with delicious Italian coffee.
Albergo la Svolta
Address: Vicolo delle Nottole 2/A
927 meters (0.6 ft) from Brescia Castle
4. Mansardina (private apartment) (from USD 63)
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, yet conveniently close to the shops, a bus stop, and a metro station, this recently renovated space is a comfortable, well-designed apartment, which also provides easy access to popular hotspots like Milan, Verona, and Lake Garde. Lying within 12 minutes of the city center, the air-conditioned accommodation also makes life very easy for on-the-go travelers as it’s close to a public parking space.
Top guest reviews
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having an air conditioner was great for the summer heat and the beds were comfortablethe apartment is very conveniently arranged and provides an excellent base for visiting the regionbreakfast snacks was lovelyCleanliness:
eva's place is great very clean and nicely decoratedeva's apartment is lovely and clean very stylish with a lot of nice design toucheseva’s place was great clean and fresh with toughtful designstaying at eva’s was awesome it was clean cute and perfect for our needseva's mansardina is beautiful very clean and cozy exactly as on tbe picturesHost:
she is a great host always ready to helpeva was a perfect hosteva was the great host -very helpful caring and friendlyeva is an excellent hosteva is a good host taking proper care about her guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
good flat very close to the subwayperfect apartment in a great locationgood location nearby metro easy to go to the cityin the place are many interesting as artful gimmicksright on the bus and metro route and has everything you need for an enjoyable stay
5. Smart, well-connected apartment (from USD 60)
The tastefully furnished apartment boasts large, spacious rooms, a fully equipped kitchen complete with a well-stocked fridge, and a private garden-like space in the front of the property. More importantly, this cozy accommodation is literally connected to the railway station, while the bus stops and metro interchanges are a short 10-minute walk away, providing easy access to the city center and the popular attractions of Brescia. The three balconies add to the charm of the well-located flat that completely cancels out all the city noises at night.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
clean comfortable and rosy and marco both very friendly and helpfulHost:
very close to the station the appartement is well presented and rosy the host is an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location near the train station with private parking spacebrescia is a very interesting place to visitvery neat and tidy place (though not straightforward to find without gps) and very convenient for the station
6. Two-roomed apartment in historic center (from USD 44)
The lovely casa for three is located in the heart of the historic district of Brescia, right next to the Capitolium. Though located on a busy street, the basement space cancels out the city noises and keeps the rooms cool in the hot, summer days. It’s definitely the place to camp if you’re a curious traveler who likes to soak up the sights and sounds of a new place, on foot. From restaurants, bars, pizzerias, to local attractions like Roman ruins, monasteries, and piazzas, everything is within walking distance of this cozy apartment which, along with an excellent location, comes with all the modern comforts and a helpful host.
Top guest reviews
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wi-fi is free and very good connectionwhat a lovely place to stay a restored "bilocale" ie an apartment on two levelswe had a wonderful stay in the apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment is excellent very clean comfortable and you have everything you need (cleaning products shampoo towels)very clean and a nice place to stayclean comfortable and fully equippedgreat and clean apartment in good locationHost:
on top of it giulio was an excellent hostgiulios son was very friendly for a perfect check-ingiulio responds very quickly and was very helpfulgiulio is a nice and responsive host flexible for check-in and check-outgiulio is a nice host and the apartment is located very wellRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is good central part of the citythe place is quite unique and ideally located for exploring the historic centerthe place is quite unique and ideally located for exploring the historic centerwe were happy with the place so close to the centergiulio's place was really nice it's located very well in the center of brescia
7. Park Hotel Ca' Noa (from USD 62)
Surrounded by lush green gardens, the beautiful property has snagged the best spot in northern Brescia - at the foot of the scenic Val Trompia and not far from Europa Metro Station. All fully furnished 79 rooms feature neutral, relaxing tones on the walls paired with classic furniture and parquet floors. The new on-site restaurant is a great place for business lunches, evening snacks, brunches, coffee breaks, or a private party, while the exclusive terrace bar and pool-facing music room are perfect for private chats and relaxation. Being close to the university and medical center, the property also enjoys easy access to the historic district and the motorway system.
Park Hotel Ca' Noa
Address: Via Triumplina 66
2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Brescia Castle
8. Charming apartment with private garage
The bright sunny apartment, located at the end of old town, comes with a private parking space, which is definitely a major plus as it’s quite difficult to get parking in this busy zone. With supermarkets, shops, and transport links close by, this recently renovated Italian-style accommodation is a charming blend of old and new, which also enjoys easy access to local attractions like the Capitolium, the castle, and the museum. If you like to be in the thick of things, this is the ideal place to drop your bags.
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Brescia CastleAccommodates: 3
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Discover Italy's hidden gem - Brescia
A charming little town, Brescia is a bundle of surprise with its ancient ruins, stellar architecture, a rich history, and a strong cultural background - all of which are cradled amidst stunning landscapes of lush green and the magnificent peaks of the Italian Alps. Once looked at as an easy conquest by many empires due to its strategic location, the second largest city of the Lombardy region is now a thriving industrial center, but is still a largely undiscovered destination - one that will not fail to delight, should you happen to stumble upon it on your way to famous haunts like Monte Maddalena and Lake Garda.
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