Hotel Giulio Cesare, a Turin hotel with a tram stop outside
Hotel Giulio Cesare is a hotel in Turin, on Largo Giulio Cesare, with a tram stop right outside and the centre a short distance away. The rooms are clean, the breakfast is well liked and there is on-site parking. I recommend it for those who want practicality, but the area divides guests, so read the reviews first.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Hotel Giulio Cesare is in Turin
Hotel Giulio Cesare is on Largo Giulio Cesare, in Turin. The description places it in the heart of the city, but the reviews paint a slightly different picture: a well-connected area, though not central. One guest says the centre is a fair walk away, while by tram it is much quicker.
The strong point is the tram stop right outside the hotel, with frequent services. One guest describes it as sitting in the triangle between Venaria, the Palazzo Reale and Superga, and another finds it handy for the Turin-Milan motorway exit. Porta Nuova station can be reached by public transport.
What the rooms and facilities are like
The rooms at Hotel Giulio Cesare have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Guests also find a minibar and a safe, and some rooms have a balcony overlooking the inner courtyard. There is a lift, and the rooms are cleaned every day.
- Breakfast. Continental, served in a dedicated room. Guests find it rich and varied, and one review says it can be taken to the room without a room service charge.
- Parking. In the hotel courtyard, with spaces that need to be booked. Another guest mentions dedicated garages.
- Reception and bar. The bar inside and the concierge service help with tips on restaurants and museums.
What guests say about Hotel Giulio Cesare
On Google the hotel has a rating of 4.1 from 353 reviews. The picture is good, with a few shadows that should not be ignored.
Almost everyone praises the staff, who are friendly and helpful, with the owner often mentioned for his advice. Then come the cleanliness, the comfort of the beds and the quiet at night, mentioned by one guest. Breakfast also gets positive comments. One guest admits the location is not a great selling point, and that is exactly why they value the welcome even more.
What to know before booking
The criticisms are mostly about the area and some service issues. Better to know before you go.
| Aspect | What guests say |
|---|---|
| The area | One review calls it unattractive, with an argument in front of the hotel on arrival |
| Reception | The description mentions 24-hour opening, but one guest says it closes in the evening |
| The invoice | One guest did not receive it as promised |
| Parking | Spaces are limited and must be booked |
Before booking, check the reception opening hours if you are arriving late, and reserve a parking space if you are driving.
Who Hotel Giulio Cesare is for
I would choose it for anyone who wants practicality and a good relationship with the staff, rather than a postcard address. It works for short or longer stays in Turin, for business travellers, and for anyone arriving by car from the motorway who prefers to leave it in the courtyard.
It is not for anyone who wants to walk out in the evening in a lively central neighbourhood, or for anyone who feels uneasy in outlying areas.
What to do around Turin
From the hotel the centre is a few minutes by tram, and from there you can explore the city on foot or by public transport. Anyone with the Piemonte Card can plan trips to Venaria, the Palazzo Reale and Superga from here.
To compare other places to stay in Piedmont, have a look at Hotel Napoleon in Turin, Agriturismo Il Runch in Viù and Canonica dei Templari in Piazzano. I am only giving you the name and town for these, as I do not have their details.
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