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7.9

819 reviews

Hotel Serenella

Via Luigi Tarino 4, Turin, 10124, IT

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7.9

819 reviews

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Pet Friendly

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Room service

Terrace

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Hotel Serenella

Located in the heart of Turin, Italy, Hotel Serenella offers a cozy retreat just a short 0.4mi distance from the bustling city center. This charming 2-star hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere with 819 glowing reviews from satisfied guests. With prices starting from just $44, this budget-friendly gem is a great choice for travelers looking to explore Turin without breaking the bank.

Hotel Serenella boasts a range of fantastic amenities including free Wifi, pet-friendly accommodations, and room service for a comfortable stay. The hotel's convenient location on Via Luigi Tarino 4 allows guests to easily access the city's top attractions while offering a peaceful retreat for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy the lovely terrace and breathtaking views of the city from the upper floors, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Hotel Serenella is a delightful choice for your stay in Turin. Embrace the Italian hospitality, explore the nearby city center, and take advantage of the hotel's great offerings at an affordable price point. Book your stay at Hotel Serenella for a memorable and enjoyable experience in Turin.

After a day of exploring the vibrant streets of Turin, guests at Hotel Serenella can unwind on the lovely terrace with a refreshing drink in hand, all while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the city. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak in the charm of this Italian gem. You'll find the terrace to be a hidden oasis, offering a peaceful retreat from the city's hustle and bustle.

For those traveling with pets, Hotel Serenella is a pet-friendly establishment where furry friends are more than welcome to stay for free. This means you can bring your beloved companions along on your Italian adventure without any additional charges. The hotel's warm hospitality extends to your four-legged friends, making your stay even more enjoyable and stress-free.

Convenience meets affordability at Hotel Serenella with a range of accepted payment methods including Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and more. With cash also being accepted, guests have the flexibility to settle their bills in a way that suits them best. This variety of payment options ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for travelers, adding another layer of convenience to this charming 2-star hotel in Turin.

Closest airports

Turin Caselle Airport

9.3mi

Cuneo International Airport

36.4mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Room service

Terrace

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Private Bathroom

Rooms

Double or Twin Room with External Bathroom - single occupancy

2 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

170 sqft

City view

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

x4

+

Stay in a spacious Double or Twin Room with External Bathroom, perfect for single occupancy. Accommodates up to 4 adults and 1 child, with 2 Twin beds and 1 Queen size bed available. Accessible by elevator to upper floors.

Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom - single occupancy

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

170 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

x4

+

A stylish Double or Twin Room with a private bathroom, featuring a Queen size bed and two Twin beds, perfect for up to 4 adults and 1 child. Enjoy modern comforts like a bidet and easily accessible upper floors by elevator.

Twin Room with External Bathroom - single occupancy

1 Bunk Bed

140 sqft

City view

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Stay in our cozy Twin Room with External Bathroom, perfect for one guest, featuring a bunk bed, and located on an elevator-accessible floor. Elegantly compact at 140 sqft, it's ideal for a comfortable solo escape.

Triple Room with Private Bathroom - single occupancy

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

3 Twin Beds

170 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

x4

+

Indulge in a spacious Triple Room with a private bathroom for single occupancy, featuring 4 twin beds and 1 queen-size bed. With 172 sqft of space and elegant amenities like a bidet, this room guarantees a comfortable stay for up to 4 adults and 1 child.

Guest reviews

7.9

819 reviews

From

$44

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8

Location

9.2

Facilities

7.9

Staff

8.8

Value for money

8.4

WiFi quality

9

Breakfast

8

Featured reviews:

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Sally

9.1

August 2023

Our host has a good sense of humour and is very helpful. It was good to be able to see the very tall spire near the hotel (of the Mole building) which helped us to find our way back. There were some lovely walks along the nearby river Po and up the hill the other side. we had some lovely trips to the Basilica and into the alps for wonderful views as well as going up the mole lift. We were there for the Universal Esperanto Congress where people from over 70 countries got together for 8 days of fun, and information, theatre and music, so our 12 day stay was wonderful.

There was a fan in our room, but not a full cooling system, so some of the nights were rather hot for us - having just come from England which was a few degrees lower.

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Alena

8.2

October 2023

The location was perfect for me as I needed a hotel in the centre near the university. It is also not far from the train station. I didn't get the breakfast as it was extra pay, but near the hotel there are several cafes where one can have breakfast instead, so no complains.

The light wasn't very bright, but as I didn't have to read or write in the evening it wasn't a problem at all. In the morning the curtain rod fell down, but it didn't cause any damage.

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Anna

9.1

October 2022

A nice, clean room in a small private hotel on the 4-floot of a residential building; a very personable, nice owner; a convenient location for all the walking activities, (although somewhat far (by walking) from the train station).

Overall the stay was quiet, as there was no noise from other guests, but on Thursday-Friday there was a noise from the guests of the wine-bar-restaurant downstairs, which has seating area outside and open until 24:00.

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Aysun

10

March 2024

Location: it is just 3 minutes to metro by walk Clean: the room and generally house is super clean Staff: they answer to your questions as soon as possible You have everything you need for facilities: hairdryer, kettle, coffee etc.

Unfortunately the bathroom is in commob

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Jimmy

8.2

January 2023

This hotel is located in the 4th floor of a building. The host lady is friendly and helpful. WiFi is good. Room is spacious enough with a comfortable bed, table chair and wardrobe. Breakfast is fine but not a buffet breakfast. The hotel is just few minutes walk from the nearest tram stop.

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Joanna

8.2

June 2023

Very friendly staff. Great location in the centre. Good value for money. Room as on the pictures/description.

The room arrangements is a bit.. odd (as you cam see on the pictures), also a bit basic and old. But everything you need - is there.

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Graham

8.2

March 2023

Very convenient for visiting all the tourist attractions in Turin, the main ones are within walking distance of the hotel. Breakfast was fine, continental style with plenty of everything.

Nothing

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Anže

9.1

May 2022

Great location, colorful rooms, even though the bathroom was shared it was with only one other room, so there was never any waiting time, you could store your luggage on the day of check out with them, smoking was prohibited, kettle in the room

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Clotilde

9.1

September 2021

Very conveniently located, near the historical center, very close from the lively neighborhoods (but quiet at night) and on the tram line 16, very convenient for coming/going to the long distance bus station. The room was perfect, the bathroom well equipped and the lady very nice too. Great value for the price. I will recommend the place.

Nothing.

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Ivo

10

February 2024

A little gem. No fuss, lovely hotel. Early check-in, nice decor, good location. Wanna come back

Room decor, hallway marble floors, smoker's balcony

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Sally

9.1

August 2023

9.1

Our host has a good sense of humour and is very helpful. It was good to be able to see the very tall spire near the hotel (of the Mole building) which helped us to find our way back. There were some lovely walks along the nearby river Po and up the hill the other side. we had some lovely trips to the Basilica and into the alps for wonderful views as well as going up the mole lift. We were there for the Universal Esperanto Congress where people from over 70 countries got together for 8 days of fun, and information, theatre and music, so our 12 day stay was wonderful.

There was a fan in our room, but not a full cooling system, so some of the nights were rather hot for us - having just come from England which was a few degrees lower.

🇮🇹

Alena

8.2

October 2023

8.2

The location was perfect for me as I needed a hotel in the centre near the university. It is also not far from the train station. I didn't get the breakfast as it was extra pay, but near the hotel there are several cafes where one can have breakfast instead, so no complains.

The light wasn't very bright, but as I didn't have to read or write in the evening it wasn't a problem at all. In the morning the curtain rod fell down, but it didn't cause any damage.

🇩🇪

Anna

9.1

October 2022

9.1

A nice, clean room in a small private hotel on the 4-floot of a residential building; a very personable, nice owner; a convenient location for all the walking activities, (although somewhat far (by walking) from the train station).

Overall the stay was quiet, as there was no noise from other guests, but on Thursday-Friday there was a noise from the guests of the wine-bar-restaurant downstairs, which has seating area outside and open until 24:00.

🇮🇹

Aysun

10

March 2024

10

Location: it is just 3 minutes to metro by walk Clean: the room and generally house is super clean Staff: they answer to your questions as soon as possible You have everything you need for facilities: hairdryer, kettle, coffee etc.

Unfortunately the bathroom is in commob

🇬🇧

Jimmy

8.2

January 2023

8.2

This hotel is located in the 4th floor of a building. The host lady is friendly and helpful. WiFi is good. Room is spacious enough with a comfortable bed, table chair and wardrobe. Breakfast is fine but not a buffet breakfast. The hotel is just few minutes walk from the nearest tram stop.

🇵🇱

Joanna

8.2

June 2023

8.2

Very friendly staff. Great location in the centre. Good value for money. Room as on the pictures/description.

The room arrangements is a bit.. odd (as you cam see on the pictures), also a bit basic and old. But everything you need - is there.

🇬🇧

Graham

8.2

March 2023

8.2

Very convenient for visiting all the tourist attractions in Turin, the main ones are within walking distance of the hotel. Breakfast was fine, continental style with plenty of everything.

Nothing

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Anže

9.1

May 2022

9.1

Great location, colorful rooms, even though the bathroom was shared it was with only one other room, so there was never any waiting time, you could store your luggage on the day of check out with them, smoking was prohibited, kettle in the room

🇫🇷

Clotilde

9.1

September 2021

9.1

Very conveniently located, near the historical center, very close from the lively neighborhoods (but quiet at night) and on the tram line 16, very convenient for coming/going to the long distance bus station. The room was perfect, the bathroom well equipped and the lady very nice too. Great value for the price. I will recommend the place.

Nothing.

🇺🇸

Ivo

10

February 2024

10

A little gem. No fuss, lovely hotel. Early check-in, nice decor, good location. Wanna come back

Room decor, hallway marble floors, smoker's balcony

Points of Interest Around Hotel Serenella

Attractions

Mole Antonelliana

0.1mi

National Cinema Museum (Museo Nazionale del Cinema)

0.1mi

Piazza Castello

0.4mi

Via Po

0.4mi

Civic Museum of Ancient Art (Museo Civico di Arte Antica)

0.4mi

Royal Palace of Turin (Palazzo Reale di Torino)

0.4mi

Carignano Palace (Palazzo Carignano)

0.5mi

Holy Shroud of Turin (Sacra Sindone)

0.5mi

Egyptian Museum (Museo Egizio)

0.5mi

Piazza San Carlo

0.7mi

Valentine Park (Parco del Valentino)

0.9mi

Piazza Statuto

1.3mi

National Museum of the Automobile (Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile)

2.9mi

Palace of Venaria (Reggia di Venaria Reale)

5.9mi

Castle of Rivoli (Castello di Rivoli)

9mi

Attractions

Mole Antonelliana

0.1mi

National Cinema Museum (Museo Nazionale del Cinema)

0.1mi

Piazza Castello

0.4mi

Via Po

0.4mi

Civic Museum of Ancient Art (Museo Civico di Arte Antica)

0.4mi

Royal Palace of Turin (Palazzo Reale di Torino)

0.4mi

Carignano Palace (Palazzo Carignano)

0.5mi

Holy Shroud of Turin (Sacra Sindone)

0.5mi

Egyptian Museum (Museo Egizio)

0.5mi

Piazza San Carlo

0.7mi

Valentine Park (Parco del Valentino)

0.9mi

Piazza Statuto

1.3mi

National Museum of the Automobile (Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile)

2.9mi

Palace of Venaria (Reggia di Venaria Reale)

5.9mi

Castle of Rivoli (Castello di Rivoli)

9mi

Airports

Turin Caselle Airport

9.3mi

Cuneo International Airport

36.4mi

Amenities of Hotel Serenella

Pet Friendly

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Room service

Terrace

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bidet

Private Bathroom

Amenities of Hotel Serenella

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathroom

Bidet

Hairdryer

Private Bathroom

Shared bathroom

Shared toilet

Shower

Toilet

Toilet paper

Towels

Bedroom

Alarm clock

Wardrobe or closet

Business Facilities

Fax/Photocopying

Additional fee

Cleaning Services

Daily housekeeping

Free

Laundry

Additional fee

Common Areas

Shared lounge/TV area

Food & Drink

Breakfast in the room

Tea/Coffee maker

Food & drink safety

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Front Desk Services

Baggage storage

Free

Invoice provided

Lockers

General

Designated smoking area

Elevator

Family rooms

Heating

Non-smoking rooms

Pet basket

Pet bowls

Pet Friendly

Free

Room service

Smoke-free property

Tile/Marble floor

Internet

Free wifi

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Cable channels

Flat-screen TV

Radio

Satellite channels

TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Terrace

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available

Contactless check-in/out

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Fan

Socket near the bed

Safety & security

CCTV in common areas

Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Services

Wake-up service

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

View

City view

View

Stay rules - Hotel Serenella

From

$44
  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Serenella

Is it possible to stay with my pet at Hotel Serenella?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Hotel Serenella. The hotel allows pets for free without any extra charges. So, feel free to bring your furry friend along for your stay!

How much does a stay at Hotel Serenella cost?

At Hotel Serenella, prices have a starting point of $44. It's essential to note that rates might adjust based on room choice and your stay dates. Input dates for accurate rate checks.

What are the room types available at Hotel Serenella?

Hotel Serenella offers various room types including Double or Twin Rooms with external or private bathrooms, Twin Rooms with external bathrooms, and Triple Rooms with private bathrooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from Twin to Queen, accommodating up to 4 adults and 1 child. Room sizes vary from 140 sqft to 172 sqft.

What are the main attractions at Hotel Serenella?

At Hotel Serenella, guests can make the most of their stay by enjoying the various leisure amenities provided. They can relax in the comfort of their non-smoking rooms, take advantage of room service for added convenience, and admire the view from the terrace. With the option of having private bathrooms equipped with a bidet, guests can unwind and luxuriate in a serene environment. Additionally, the hotel's provision of pet-friendly accommodation ensures that furry companions are welcome. Whether exploring the hotel's surroundings or simply soaking in the peaceful atmosphere, guests can find plenty of ways to spend their time while staying at Hotel Serenella.

Does Hotel Serenella accept credit cards?

Hotel Serenella accepts credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express, ATM card, Maestro, and CartaSi. Cash is also accepted as a payment method.