B&B La Casa in Centro, well-kept rooms in the heart of Ancona
B&B La Casa in Centro is a well-kept bed and breakfast on Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, in the centre of Ancona, in the Marche. It has rooms with a private bathroom and air conditioning, a breakfast guests praise and hosts who give good tips. Good for anyone who wants to explore on foot, but get your booking confirmed in writing.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where B&B La Casa in Centro is in Ancona
B&B La Casa in Centro is on Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, in the heart of Ancona, in the Marche. Guests describe it as right in the centre, on a street full of shops, behind the famous Fontana delle 13 Cannelle and close to the port.
Around it there are shops, supermarkets, bars and restaurants, and one review mentions the bus stop for getting to the station. The property's details help you get your bearings.
| Place | Distance given |
|---|---|
| Ancona railway station | 1.9 km |
| Passetto beach | 2.4 km |
| Ancona airport | about 13 km |
| Senigallia station | 28 km |
| Sanctuary of the Holy House in Loreto | 32 km |
For driving, one guest says the host gave them a resident parking pass. Ask how it works before you arrive anyway.
What the B&B and its rooms are like
La Casa in Centro is a small and very personal B&B, looked after in every detail, according to those who have stayed. The rooms have a view over the city, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning, and there is a small balcony overlooking the centre.
One guest talks about the Teatro room, described as lovely and comfortable, with an en-suite bathroom. The bathroom, another writes, comes with a towel set, a hairdryer and a lovely sun-shaped mirror. In the room you'll find coffee, water and juices, a cappuccino and coffee machine, and cups of every kind.
The décor is described as youthful, playful and elegant, with a style that would inspire anyone who loves art and design.
What guests say
With 4.8 out of 5 and 96 reviews on Google, the B&B is among the most loved in the centre of Ancona. Almost all the reviews focus on three things.
- The hosts. Friendly, helpful and attentive, with good advice on restaurants, parking and places to visit.
- Breakfast. Generous and varied, with homemade ciambelloni and crostatine.
- Cleanliness. Described as spotless, even in the shared areas, with the room cleaned every day according to one guest.
Some also value the quality for the price and choose it as a fixed base for work. A few guests stress the atmosphere too, to the point that they grew fond of the places and people, including the other guests.
Things to know before booking
The most serious problem appears in just one review, but it is a heavy one. A guest says a booking for a concert was cancelled thirteen days before the event, blamed on a bank transfer that had not arrived, while in their view the real reason was a better deal, renting the room at a higher price.
I've read many very positive reviews and this is the only negative one, so I wouldn't treat it as a rule. However, if you book for a much-in-demand event, get everything confirmed in writing and keep proof of payment.
Other points are more practical. The B&B is right in the centre, so you will hear city life, and for check-in and check-out at different times one guest reports agreeing a small surcharge.
Who it is for
I would choose it for couples, friends and business travellers who want to stay somewhere with character without giving up the convenience of walking everywhere. Anyone who loves a homemade breakfast and a host who suggests what to do will find their place here.
It is less suited to anyone who wants the services of a large hotel, or who wants to park right at the door.
What to see in Ancona and nearby
From the centre you can walk to the port, the shops and the Fontana delle 13 Cannelle area. By public transport or by car, Passetto beach, Senigallia and the Sanctuary of the Holy House in Loreto are within reach.
If you are building a trip around the Marche, you can also look at the Affittacamere Villa Ghirardelli in Sirolo and the Hotel Paradiso in Amandola, two alternatives for other stops in the region.
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