Hotel James Joyce welcomes you to the most historic district of Trieste, in the Cavana pedestrian area 820 feet from the main square Piazza UnitΓ d'Italia. Trieste's Cruise Terminal and Congress Center are also nearby. Built in 1770, this is one of the most characteristic hotels in town.
You have free Wi-Fi access in common areas, and a generous buffet breakfast is served daily. You are just a short walk from the major attractions and lots of characteristic restaurants; ask the hotel staff for their expert recommendations. License Number(s): IT032006A1CWTD3K25.
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8.6/10
V. good
239 Reviews
Very central location.
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Good to know
Check-in
from 15:00
Check-out
until 15:00
Pets Policy
Pets are allowed
Getting around
Train Stations
Stazione Trieste Centrale0.2 km
Trieste Station1.0 km
Rooms Types
Room Details
Double or Twin Room
1 Queen bed
17mΒ²
Type: Twin/Double
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Adapted bath
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Bottle of water
Childrens' cribs
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Private check-in/out in the executive lounge
Select dates to see prices
Double or Twin Room
1 Queen bed
17mΒ²
Has window
Type: Twin/Double
Room all facilities
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Adapted bath
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Bottle of water
Childrens' cribs
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Private check-in/out in the executive lounge
Room Description:
En suite room with air conditioning and TV.
Room Details
Triple Room
1 Twin bed
23mΒ²
Type: Triple
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Terrace
Adapted bath
Infinity Pool
Bottle of water
Game console - Wii U
Childrens' cribs
Toothbrush
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Shower cap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Select dates to see prices
Triple Room
1 Twin bed
23mΒ²
Has window
Type: Triple
Room all facilities
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Terrace
Adapted bath
Infinity Pool
Bottle of water
Game console - Wii U
Childrens' cribs
Toothbrush
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Shower cap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Room Description:
Air-conditioned room with a TV and minibar.
Please note that the last floor can only be reached by stairs.
Room Details
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
1 King bed
23mΒ²
Type: Quadruple
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Terrace
Adapted bath
Pool with a view
Bottle of water
Body soap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Private check-in/out in the executive lounge
Select dates to see prices
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
1 King bed
23mΒ²
Has window
Type: Quadruple
Room all facilities
Shower
Bathtub
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Fax
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Refrigerator
Shared bathroom
Microwave
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Walk-in closet
Satellite channels
Kitchen
Toaster
Game console - PS2
Additional bathroom
Terrace
Adapted bath
Pool with a view
Bottle of water
Body soap
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Carbon monoxide sources
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Private check-in/out in the executive lounge
Room Description:
Air-conditioned room with a TV and minibar.
Please note that the last floor can only be reached by stairs.
Guest Score and Reviews
8.6/10
V. good
239 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
9.2
Location
9.1
Service
9.4
Blair
family with young children
7.0
Very central location.
Cramped rooms; lack of natural light. Breakfast was OK but only offered coffee left in a flask for hours which was disgusting.
August 2023
Jean
solo traveller
6.0
Location was fabulous, and would highly recommend but street light was directly outside bedroom and filtered into room.
Breakfast was amazing value and very substantial.
No coffee making facilities in the room that I could see.
Bathroom needs a refresh or a very good scrub during winter months and new sealant.
August 2023
Services & Facilities
Most popular facilities
Wheelchair accessible
Coffee shop
Pets Allowed
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Free Wi-Fi
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Family Rooms
More Amenities
Accessibility
Facilities For Disabled Guests Available
Accessible Toilet
Audible Alarm
Wheelchair Accessible
Lower Bathroom Sinks Available
Food & Drinks
Bar
Restaurant(s)
Coffee Shop
Food Delivery
Snack Bar
Takeout Dining Services Available
Wine/champagne
General
Pets Allowed
Elevator
Non-smoking Property
Electronic Room Key
Key Access
Pets Allowed (charges May Apply)
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Air Conditioning
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Emergency Cord In Bathroom
Family Rooms
Allergy-free Rooms Available
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
Concierge Services
Invoices
Laundry Services
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Shuttle Service (charges May Apply)
Off-Site Parking
Airport Shuttle (charges May Apply)
Health Services
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in:after 15:00
Check-out:before 11:00
Front Desk Hours: 24/7
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 18 per day.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
You haven't added any extra beds.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Check-in begins at 15:00 and check-out can be done until 11:00.
Interesting place to explore in close proximity to the Hotel are Teatro romano, Arco di Riccardo, Piazza dell Unita d Italia, Verdi Theatre, Old Stock Exchange Building, Museo Revoltella, Civico Museo di Storia ed Arte, San Giusto Cathedral and castle, Trieste Tourist Office, Morpurgo Museum Museo Morpurgo and others.
Yes, Pets Allowed, , but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Air Conditioning
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Emergency Cord In Bathroom
Family Rooms
Allergy-free Rooms Available
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
Concierge Services
Invoices
Laundry Services
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Shuttle Service (charges May Apply)
Off-Site Parking
Airport Shuttle (charges May Apply)
Health Services
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
All Guest Score and Reviews
8.6/10
V. good
239 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
9.2
Location
9.1
Service
9.4
Blair
family with young children
7.0
Very central location.
Cramped rooms; lack of natural light. Breakfast was OK but only offered coffee left in a flask for hours which was disgusting.
August 2023
Jean
solo traveller
6.0
Location was fabulous, and would highly recommend but street light was directly outside bedroom and filtered into room.
Breakfast was amazing value and very substantial.
No coffee making facilities in the room that I could see.
Bathroom needs a refresh or a very good scrub during winter months and new sealant.
August 2023
Cliodhna
family with young children
8.0
Centrally located and good fit for family
August 2023
Marco
young couple
10.0
First visit to Trieste. Very beautiful seaside city. The hotel was wonderful, very friendly staff., great location near center, shops, and restaurants. Great breakfast too. The room was comfortable and hotel is on a quiet street. Will definitely stay there again next visit. Thank you
Leaving
August 2023
Beth
young couple
10.0
Close to restaurants and cruise ports
Nothing
September 2023
Jacques
young couple
7.0
Breakfast was great and comprehensive. Good value for money. Room was adequate but small and compact even for Europe. great locationF
Small room in a friendly hotel with the personal touch. Great location. Close to evrything with pedestrian walkways, cruise port all nearby and walkable. Suprisingly pleasant city.
September 2023
Rebecca
with friends
7.0
Very convenient location and staff were very friendly and helpful.
I really wanted to like it ..BUT
- air con didnβt work in one of the rooms and it was very hot in the room. Staff said they could adjust it centrally but nothing changed
- safes were broken in both rooms. Staff helped us by mending one but shame they didnβt notice before we pointed it out.
- showers are very small and donβt drain fast enough so it is easy to flood the bathroom
-I donβt require a change of towel every day , but we stayed 4 nights and were not offered any fresh towels ( no message about where to leave towels if you want a change for example) they were thin towels and we had to use one to mop up the bathroom floor so extra would have been nice.
- few plug sockets on the rooms
- no tea or coffee facilities in the rooms
September 2023
Rhonda
young couple
10.0
Location, close to the water, excellent restaurants
September 2023
Hering
young couple
9.0
Very quaint hotel. Great location in a tiny alley in the old city but super close to everything. Very friendly staff although the day receptionist spoke only Italian. Fortunately we found a housekeeper who epeaks Spanish, which helped. Room was comfortable and clean.
Collapsing shower. So-so breakfast. But when we had to leave early to catch a train they were very accommodating. Very bad taxi service - we elected to walk to the train station
September 2023
Penny
young couple
10.0
Very clean, very warm welcome. Everything exactly as advertised. The location is perfect too. So central in a pretty back street.
September 2023
Laurence
young couple
9.0
Good breakfast, great location.
September 2023
Emma
young couple
8.0
Lovely little hotel close to everything, nice staff. Breakfast varied considering limited space. Great if you want to be central to the city.
Bit noisy with window open
September 2023
Syed
solo traveller
7.0
The location is lovely, close to the main square and in a lovely old street. The building itself has an old world charm. The stuff and proprietors are very helpful and nice. However, the room is a bit small and the building requires maintenance.
The room doors are difficult to open
September 2023
Stephanie
young couple
8.0
Relaxed atmosphere, superbly helpful staff, very good disabled bathroom, cosy bedroom.
Shower floor too slippery; no hand bar in shower.
September 2023
Helen
young couple
9.0
The breakfast was very good and the service at breakfast excellent
The shower tray was a bit slippery
October 2023
Maria
young couple
8.0
Fantastic location and everything was very functional and comfortable.
No outside space
October 2023
Eugene
young couple
9.0
The location. Dry close to the Piazza Unita dβItalia and 3 minutes walk to the cruise terminal. Lots of restaurants and bars in the neighbourhood.
October 2023
Linda
young couple
10.0
Welcoming, cosy and really in the centre of things and the hosts were extremely helpful in directing us to good restaurants, sights, bus stops etc.
October 2023
Victor
review category business travellers
10.0
Wonderful small hotel in Trieste, two minutes' walk to piazza Unita' and five minutes from the Canal Grande, tucked in at the foot of Trieste's old town. Great staff, very helpful and knowledgeable. Excellent facilities. Spotlessly clean. Thank you for having me!
Everything was great!
October 2023
Travelbuglady
group
7.0
Nice people, very helpful, elevator, good breakfast, close to city center.
We did not know it was not accessible by vehicle. One person had mobility issues, and we had to walk a long ways and didnβt plan for that.
October 2023
Marcel_sf
with friends
10.0
Charming, comfortable hotel in the historic quarter of Trieste! Wonderful service, friendly staff. Location is excellent.
October 2023
Tamara
family with young children
7.0
Amazing location, very easy to reach cruise terminal from where we were.
Comfortable beds, wonderful breakfast.
We will be back again!
There's nothing to complain about:)
October 2023
Larry
young couple
9.0
Excellent location for people going on a cruise.
October 2023
George
young couple
9.0
Great staff and excellent location.
Room was a little stuffy and warm. Breakfast area is small and also not well ventilated.
October 2023
H
young couple
10.0
I loved EVERYTHING about this hotel. The location could not be better, right in a very happening part of town. The rooms were comfortable, mine even had a window in the bathroom. The staff!! OMG! What can I say, helpful, considerate, charming, multilingual, I could go on and one!! There's an elevator. It's close to the cruise terminal. Close to the beautiful square. Breakfast was outstanding!
October 2023
Sui
young couple
9.0
Good breakfast. Excellent location.
Hotel indication. It is difficult to find the hotel for the foreigners.
October 2023
Eliana
young couple
9.0
Close to the cruise port and the main square of Trieste.
Nothing specific- it was fine
October 2023
Joseph
young couple
9.0
Excellent location, wonderful front desk person.
Only minor complaints: a bit far to walk with luggage from the train station, small breakfast room a bit crowded but overall, a really nice hotel.
November 2023
Diana
group
8.0
Location was excellent, near to everything we wanted to see and experience. Very close to the main square and cruise terminal.
Canβt think of anything.
November 2023
Ε pela
review category business travellers
9.0
Location (we needed the hotel to be as close to center as possible, coming for an event)
The breakfast offer for glutenfree eating people.
November 2023
Deirdre
young couple
7.0
Very nice, small room.
November 2023
Anonymous
young couple
8.0
Good location and nice breakfast!
Shower door didnβt close properly .. the toilet seat moved around .. too many lights flashing and shining in the room at night while you are trying to sleep!
November 2023
Lierman
young couple
8.0
We really liked the location as it was close everything (food, shopping and most importantly seeing the historic sites in Trieste) including the port where our cruise started.
Our only dislike was a shower that seemed to leak under the door while taking a shower. Shower was a bit small but that is to be expected in a historic building.
November 2023
UrΕ‘a
with friends
8.0
Location was great and cosy room.
November 2023
Veronika
young couple
10.0
Nadine was one of the nicest persons we met in Italy! Hotel was also super cozy with a strong feeling of Italy vibes
December 2023
Kathy
young couple
8.0
Excellent hotel. Very helpful and friendly staff, really lovely. Great location. The room was clean and modern. Very cosy, well heated.
Had a small refrigerator. The en suite has all mod cons.
The shower tray was leaky.
This is a small issue and certainly didn't negatively affect our
stay. I would highly recommend this hotel.
January 2024
Patricia
young couple
10.0
Very centrally located
February 2024
Milena
young couple
10.0
Exepcional hidden gem in the center of the city. Close to parking and all the restaurants and attractions. Rooms are clean, nice, cute. Bathroom clean and new. The stuff and service are exeptional. Nice, friendly. amd very deferent. One of best hotels we have everr been.
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February 2024
Ivana
young couple
10.0
Nice clean rooms, great location, just 1 min away from the Unity square. Great breakfast and very kind and helpful staff. I would definitely recommend staying here.
February 2024
Jennifer
young couple
10.0
The location was very central and close some really cool wine bars. The breakfast had a small but nice selection of food and the coffee was freshly made to order. It was a perfect stay for a weekend trip.
February 2024
GyΓΆrgy
family with young children
9.0
The hotel is very well located, in a nicely renewed historic building. The neighbourhood is very lively and full of local people, having a drink, coffee, or eating out. Sea is very close too. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Good places and real Italian vibe are in the neighbourhood.
Less noise would have been better, but in Italy you accept/forgive that :)
February 2024
Thomas
solo traveller
8.0
Upon arrival I was a bit disappointed to learn that this small hotel had no special connection at all to James Joyce apart from its name and the fact that while living in Trieste the Irish writer liked to hang out in the neighborhood. That said, the location is rather convenient to reach anything in center city within minutes walking. My room, although being out of reach of the elevator (which only goes to the second-highest floor), was spacious and comfortable, with some water bottles provided, as well as a generous number of towels. The breakfast was so so, ... it starts at 7:30 am, and a few times items were often missing at the beginning. Sometimes there was no fruit (apart from perhaps a mandarine), sometimes no egg (which when it did exist was usually dry and not expertly prepared). Most items were exactly the same on the five mornings, even the music ... always the one CD by the "Jazz Liberators," a certain lack of inspiration that unfortunately permeates the place, which would benefit from someone shaking things up a little, especially the dull breakfast, at hardly any extra cost.
At night, because the hotel is located in a small side street, it can get a bit (very) noisy, depending on which party passes by.
March 2024
Yvette
young couple
10.0
Calm & cosy even in the centre of town. I would definitely stay at the James Joyce again.
March 2024
Margaret
family with young children
10.0
The staff and the location make this hotel an excellent choice for your stay in Trieste. Breakfast was very good with both hot and cold options. Really hope to return.
March 2024
Chris
group
9.0
Excellent location. Friendly staff
March 2024
Brian
review category business travellers
9.0
Location and friendly staff
No coffee facilities in room
March 2024
Cleary
group
9.0
Excellent location, close to centre, super staff, lovely breakfast. This was an excellent choice for our short stay in Trieste. Would certainly recommend this hotel
April 2024
Gerald
family with young children
9.0
The location of the hotel was ideal being situated in the centre of the town and within easy walking distance of the station and with many good bars and restaurants close by. The hotel had a very pleasant old world feel to it, which was lovely. Without exception, the staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good with a good selection of food.
We found nothing to criticise
April 2024
William
group
8.0
The location is excellent. The staff was good but not English speaking. The breakfast was very substantial and included.
I asked for twin beds but got a double.
April 2024
Diane
young couple
10.0
Excellent location in the old town. Room spacious and bed comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast very good.
Nothing
April 2024
Mary
young couple
8.0
Location really central. Staff very helpful. Room very comfortable.
Breakfast was very satisfactory, plentiful with a good selection
Just a tip. Rooms in 5 th floor do not have a lift so ask for one on a lower floor if you have heavy luggage or struggle with a spiral staircase.
May 2024
Tom
solo traveller
9.0
Breakfast was continental style but quite good and ample food and drink
I could hear noises in hallway when people were entering or leaving so I suppose more sound dampening.
May 2024
Peter
young couple
8.0
The location was excellent. Close to everything you need.
The room wasn't that clean. Shower floor was filthy. Plug sockets hanging off wall.
May 2024
Michael
young couple
10.0
Breakfast was lovely, the staff went above and beyond our expectations.
Nothing
May 2024
TjaΕ‘a
with friends
10.0
Very nice and cozy rooms. Great breakfast and really nice staff.
Hotel is in old part of Trieste and itβs 3 min walk from Car garage.
May 2024
Paul
young couple
9.0
Ideal location for to embark cruise from Trieste.
Good selection for breakfast
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