B&B Piccole Dolomiti, generous breakfast and hospitality in Belluno
B&B Piccole Dolomiti is a family-run bed and breakfast in Belluno, Veneto, close to the centre and restaurants but in a quiet area. It suits couples, friends and walkers who want spacious rooms, a generous breakfast and an owner who gives tips on routes.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where B&B Piccole Dolomiti is in Belluno
B&B Piccole Dolomiti is on Via Francesco Agosti in Belluno, Veneto. Guests describe it as close to the centre and the restaurants, yet in a quiet area. Those arriving by car have a private car park.
Belluno is a good starting point for the Veneto mountains. From here you can plan trips to the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park and to Lake Cadore. One guest calls it a strategic spot for several routes, and I think that's exactly right: you sleep in town, but the next morning you're already on the trail.
What the rooms and breakfast are like
The rooms at B&B Piccole Dolomiti are spacious and clean, with a private bathroom and more of a home feel than a hotel. One guest who slept in the attic calls it roomy, and others speak of a building renovated recently. For me, the attention to detail is one of its strong points.
According to the property's description, the rooms have a sitting area and TV, and the bathroom has a shower, bath and bidet. Many have a private terrace with a view over the town, which I imagine is perfect for an aperitif. There's also free WiFi and a garden with barbecue equipment.
The breakfast deserves a section of its own. Guests describe it as rich and abundant, both sweet and savoury. The owner, by all accounts, is happy to make scrambled eggs and slice cold cuts and cheese to order. One group of friends even had Belluno's focaccia, the brazolà, brought out for a birthday.
What guests say
The Google rating is 4.9 from 37 reviews, and almost all the reviews I read are enthusiastic. The same themes recur with unusual regularity, and nearly all of them come back to one person.
- The owner. Many guests describe him as very kind, attentive to everyone's needs and able to create a family atmosphere. More than one says they felt at home.
- The tips. Guests remember advice on routes, where to get a good pizza and what to see nearby.
- Cleanliness. Several guests describe the rooms and bathrooms as clean and well kept.
- Quiet. The area is described as peaceful, even though it's close to the centre.
I found no recurring complaints. That said, 37 reviews is a small sample, so it's worth checking the most recent ones before booking.
What to know before you book
B&B Piccole Dolomiti is a small, family-run property, and that explains both its strengths and its limits. Here's what to keep in mind.
| The strength | Keep in mind |
|---|---|
| The owner's personal welcome | Anyone who prefers the anonymity of a hotel may find it very hands-on |
| Spacious rooms, including in the attic | The rooms mentioned are on the upper floors, so ask how to get up if walking is difficult |
| Generous sweet and savoury breakfast | The listed services don't include a restaurant, pool or spa |
| Close to the centre and restaurants | For the mountains and the lake you need some transport |
If you're travelling as a group, ask in advance how the rooms are allocated. Some groups of four stayed on the second floor and said they were happy with it.
Who this B&B suits
I'd choose it if you want real hospitality, the kind where the host remembers your name and tells you where to eat. It suits couples, groups of friends and walkers who spend their days in the Dolomiti Bellunesi and want a comfortable room to come back to.
I wouldn't recommend it if you want hotel services, like a reception that's always staffed, a pool or an in-house restaurant. Anyone who doesn't enjoy chatting with their host might feel a bit out of place.
What to do in Belluno and nearby
From the B&B you can walk to Belluno's centre and its restaurants, so evenings are easy to plan. For days in the mountains, the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park and Lake Cadore are the most mentioned destinations.
If there's no room for your dates here, have a look at the B&B Tisoi in Tisoi, which is in the same area. If you're touring the Veneto, there's also the B&B Nuova Ostiglia in Quinto di Treviso and the B&B Ombretta in Valeggio sul Mincio.
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