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Alba Chiara: Traveller Reviews

Via Salvecchio, 2 | città alta, 24122 Bergamo, Italy
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Alba Chiara
Ranked #15 of 96 Bergamo B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
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newcastle upon tyne
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Characterful B&B”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2011
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Spent four nights at the Alba Chiarra and really enjoyed it. Bergamo is a charming place to wander round, relax and take in the views. The B&B was excellent. We had a very spacious room which was very quiet as it was at the back of the building. The breakfasts were wonderful with lots of fresh fruit, cheese or ham and plenty of juice and coffee or tea. It was great to be able to go back and rest up later in the day before going out to eat. The location is right in the middle of town so very convenient for everything. Both funiculars could be reached in five minutes. The only quibbles were that the pillows were a bit too thin and soft and the shower was of the hand held variety. The hosts don't live at the B&B so you have to phone when you get there. It's tucked away so don't bank on the locals knowing where it is. We had a few meals in Sole which was very good but you are spoiled for choice for eating and drinking. The lower funicular has a cafe/bar with excellent views over the lower town. At the top of the upper funicular Ristorante St Vigilio provides a lovely terrace for meals or drinks with wonderful views over the surrounding hills as well as excellent pizzas from their wood fired oven.

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  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Oslo, Norway
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Lovely stay in the Pinocchio apartment”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2011

We originally booked a room in the guesthouse, however the owner called us and offered us the apartment, as the other two rooms in the guesthouse would be occupied by two quite large families - something that could cause a bit of noise. We were quite happy to stay in the apartment instead.

As our plane arrived very late, we were picked up from the airport and brought to the apartment and shown where to find the guesthouse for breakfast in the morning. The apartment is just down the street from the guesthouse itself and is quite large, with an open kitchen/lounge room, bathroom, bedroom and an open loft with an extra bed. Since the bedroom is facing the main street there are some noise at night, so if you're a light sleeper it might be a problem.

The owners were very friendly, and we had a lovely stay in the apartment and excellent breakfasts in the guesthouse.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Stockholm, Sweden
1 review
“Excellent stay in Bergamo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2010

Charming B&B with spacious, beautiful and romantic room in the middle of Bergamos old town, Città Alta. The owners were very helpful and made delicous breakfast. We are looking forward to next time in Bergamo and B&B Alba!

  • Stayed November 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sacramento, California
1 review
“Everything we had hoped for and much more.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2010

We just returned from an incredible vist to Italy. One of the more memorable stays was in Bergamo, at the B&B Alba Chiara. It's a quaint/charming Bed & Breakfast in the upper city. The room was spacious as we were traveling with our two adult children. The owners are a delightful couple, Pierangela and Alfonso. Pierangela speaks excellent English and was very helpful with any questions we had, while Alfonso creates the most beautiful and delicious Italian breakfasts. The B&B is right in the middle of town overlooking a main street, with shops all around. We took Pierangela's recommendations for good food, and were not disappointed. One excellent recommendation was Columbina's- a modest walk from our room- the food and service were outstanding. We ate on the patio overlooking the city lights of the lower city. We highly recommend B&B Alba, and will stay the next time we visit Bergamo.

  • Stayed September 2010, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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italy
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Another pleasant stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2010

We stayed at this B&B at the end of may, the second time this year, this time we brought our 9 year old daughter, she liked the room and loved the breakfast.

Owners very helpful and informative.

Thank you again for another pleasant stay.

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Via Salvecchio, 2 | città alta, 24122 Bergamo, Italy
Price range (per night):* 144 AUD - 224 AUD

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