Le Residenze dei Serravallo
8.9 out of 10 from 158 reviewsTrieste
Full kitchen · 50–90 m² · Sleeps 6
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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Trieste
32 stays · 17 aparthotels and 15 serviced apartments · from €164/night
Trieste is a compact port city of around 200,000 people with a strong research community, so many visitors are academics, conference delegates and business travellers staying for weeks rather than nights. Aparthotels and serviced apartments suit them well, and holidaymakers benefit too: a kitchen and living space make Trieste an easy base for exploring the Karst, the Slovenian coast and Friuli.
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Where to stay in Trieste
Borgo Teresiano and Piazza Unità
- first-time visitors
- dining
- business travel
Laid out under Empress Maria Theresa, the Borgo Teresiano is a grid of grand 18th- and 19th-century streets around the Canal Grande, where the neoclassical church of Sant'Antonio Taumaturgo closes the view and a bronze statue of James Joyce stands on the bridge. Piazza Unità d'Italia and the Molo Audace pier are a few minutes' walk away, and Trieste Centrale station is about 15 minutes on foot from the piazza.
Stays in or near Borgo Teresiano and Piazza Unità
- Palazzo Talenti 1907 · about 200 m away
- Palace Suite · about 300 m away
- Residence Sole · about 400 m away
- Paduina3 Comfort Apartments · about 600 m away
Città Vecchia and San Giusto
- history
- couples
- walking
Behind Piazza Unità, the Città Vecchia climbs towards San Giusto hill, where the Habsburg castle's ramparts give panoramic views over the city and the Adriatic. The old town has a Roman theatre near the seafront and a Roman arch, and its narrow, steep lanes are best explored on foot.
Stays in or near Città Vecchia and San Giusto
- Trauner Rooms Collection · in the area
- Victoria Boutique Suites · about 200 m away
- Palace Suite · about 500 m away
- Palazzo Talenti 1907 · about 800 m away
San Vito
- long stays
- residential
- sea views
South of Piazza Unità, San Vito lies between San Giusto hill and the waterfront, within walking distance of the piazza. Away from the main sights and the station, it is a quieter base for longer stays that still keeps the centre close.
Stays in or near San Vito
- Trauner Rooms Collection · about 400 m away
- Victoria Boutique Suites · about 500 m away
- Palace Suite · about 800 m away
- Piazza Grande City Residence · about 500 m away
Barcola
- summer
- swimming
- families
North along the coast road, Barcola is where Trieste goes to swim: a long seafront promenade with concrete, sandless bathing areas, popular in summer. Its sheltered microclimate drew wealthy Romans to build villas here. Miramare Castle, the former residence of Maximilian of Habsburg, stands a little further north.
Stays in or near Barcola
- Le Residenze dei Serravallo · in the area
- Panorama Apartment · in the area
- Residence La Torre con private park · about 200 m away
Opicina and the Karst
- hiking
- quiet
- views
Opicina is the main town on the Karst plateau above the city, where many villages are majority Slovene-speaking. From here the Strada Vicentina, a pedestrian road of about 6 km to Prosecco, offers sweeping views over the Gulf of Trieste. Opicina's station has regional trains to Ljubljana.
Getting around Trieste
Trieste Airport lies about 33 km north-west of the city, just off the A4 Trieste–Venice motorway, with flights from Italian and European cities. A railway station opposite the terminal has trains to Trieste, and bus 51 runs to the city centre in about 55 minutes. Venice's airports are the larger alternative.
Trieste Centrale has regular regional trains to Venice, high-speed services to major Italian cities and two daily trains to Ljubljana, according to Wikivoyage. Coaches from the station next door reach Slovenia, Croatia and beyond. In town, Trieste Trasporti buses accept contactless bank cards; the historic Opicina tramway (line 2) climbs to the Karst. The tram has had long suspensions in recent years, resumed service in July 2026 and was briefly halted again in August before resuming on 3 August, so check Trieste Trasporti for current status. The centre is small enough to walk, though the old town is steep.
Living in Trieste for longer
For longer stays, choose between the convenience of Borgo Teresiano, close to the station and shops, and the calmer residential streets of San Vito. The FVG Card, which Wikivoyage lists as giving museum access and transport discounts, is worth checking for a longer visit.
Daily life revolves around coffee, and the city's historic cafés are as much a part of the routine as the morning walk along the waterfront. Trieste has the highest number of researchers per capita in Europe, so academic visitors will find themselves in good company. Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation covers longer moves.
When to visit Trieste
Trieste has cool winters and hot summers. Its defining feature is the bora, a dry north-easterly wind that can blow for days and reach up to 140 km/h on the port's piers, sometimes pushing temperatures below zero. Summer is the season for swimming at Barcola, while spring and autumn are comfortable for walking the Karst.
On the second Sunday of October, the Barcolana regatta fills the Gulf of Trieste with thousands of boats; in 2019 it was recognised by Guinness World Records as the greatest sailing race. Accommodation is in high demand that weekend, so book well in advance.
The capital of Friuli Venezia Giulia sits where Italian, Central European and Slavic cultures meet, and its Habsburg-era streets have earned it the nickname 'Vienna by the sea'. Coffee has shaped the city since the 18th century, and its historic cafés once drew James Joyce, Italo Svevo and Umberto Saba. For more of the region, see Grado and Venice, or browse all of Italy.
Long-stay tips for Trieste
Of the 32 properties here, 15 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 4 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 18 include some form of housekeeping and 3 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.
29 properties list a full kitchen and 3 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 40 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Trieste
We checked prices for 3 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €164 per night, the median €252 and the highest €283. The cheapest at that time was City Gallery Apartments. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
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| Price per night (from) | Properties |
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| €150–€179 | 1 |
| €240–€269 | 1 |
| €270–€299 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Trieste?
Borgo Teresiano is the most convenient base, close to Piazza Unità, the Canal Grande and Trieste Centrale station. Città Vecchia suits those who want the historic old town and San Giusto on the doorstep.
How do I get from Trieste Airport to the city?
Take the train from the station opposite the terminal to Trieste, or bus 51 to the city centre, which takes about 55 minutes.
When is the Barcolana regatta?
The Barcolana takes place every year on the second Sunday of October in the Gulf of Trieste. It is one of the most crowded regattas in the world.
What is the bora wind in Trieste?
The bora is a dry, usually cool north-easterly wind that can last for days and reach up to 140 km/h on the piers, especially in colder months.
Can I get from Trieste to Ljubljana by train?
Yes. Regional trains to Ljubljana run from Villa Opicina station on the Karst, reached by a connecting regional train from Trieste Centrale.
How many aparthotels are there in Trieste?
We currently list 32 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Trieste.
How much does an aparthotel in Trieste cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €164 to €283 per night, with a median of €252.
Do aparthotels in Trieste have kitchens?
32 of the 32 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
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