Astoria Residence Hotel - Parma

I wanted to stay in the area to do a bit of exploring before going on to Bologna, and this was the perfect place. The old part of the city is a short walk and a wonderful place full of history and things to see and do.The hotel was delightful, the staff was excellent, spoke english without a problem, the restaurant next door was warm and inviting and […] the food excellent.great value for the money and when I am in the area again I will stay there happily Read more

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Carpets and a brown old hotel feeling, makes the room and hotel seem dirty. The area of the hotel also gives the impression of being in a dirty spot of the city. Breakfast is good, and the guests seem nice.

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Served our purpose well. Great gateway to Parma?...staff were a little preoccupied and not always interested in our questions. The lady who greeted us on our arrival was super. The subsequent staff could not match her excellent customer service

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Hotel was older but was easy to get to off the highway. It was walking distance from Parma. The beds were not comfortable and the room was small. Breakfast was good and dining room was clean. You have to pay for parking and you get one hour of internet free then you have to pay for more. The air conditioning did not work very well.

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The Astoria Residence Hotel was just a block away from the Parma train station, which made it very convenient as I did not have to drag my luggage all around town. The hotel was clean and well maintained, though it was older and very basic. Breakfast was well-rounded with meats, cheeses, fruits, yogurt, cereal, and brioche. It was about a 15 minute […] walk to the main area of Parma where the Duomo, restaurants, and main shopping areas are located. Read more

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This hotel was easily in walking distance to all we wanted to see and do (and eat!) in Parma. The hotel had clean, basic accomodations. It was not fancy, but it did the trick. We would go back again.

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This town is a CF if you don't know what that means it's not good. There is not much to see except a bunch of poor people wondering about. We rented a car and drove down to TORRECHIARA to view the castle which was very nice. This is about where the Italy landscapes turn nice so i would recommend staying down there and the towns right south of there […] but not in Parma itself u will be disappointed. People drive like crazy and It is a really old filthy place. The hotel staff was excellent however and they all were very happy to help and spoke very good English. The hotel is old and nothing special and just dated. The hotel is right at the train station which I have found its a double edged sword. Its just like in the US. The train stations and airports are in the crappy part of town, go figure. Read more

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This hotel was a nice European hotel with the typical amenities. They allowed a check-in before the usual 2pm one but I did have to wait 15 minutes for it but that was nice of them. Breakfast was included and nice. Our room was facing towards the old city part of Parma so was quiet. Best to ask for this view as the Hotel is next to the train station […] and there are some expresses that run during the night. The windows were tight enough that this was not a problem with sound. All in all would stay there again. Read more

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Perhaps not the greatest reason to not recommend a hotel, but I did find that they staff here was not very friendly. I won't fault the one lady who didn't speak English very well. There was a gentleman who clearly knew I only spoke English. I asked him a question, and he was in the middle of something and asked me to hold on in a stern voice, and then […] started to speak to me in Italian full knowing I didn't speak any. This may seem trite, but it made me feel as if they didn't take kindly to Americans. I didn't see one smile from the staff while I was there. They don't offer free wi-fi which is ambiguous from the listing. And what they do charge is overpriced. Breakfast was not that good. And somehow they managed to burn the coffee. The room was comfortable and if that's the only thing that is important to you, then you will be fine here. But if you like that little extra service, I would recommend going elsewhere. Read more

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this hotel is conveniently located by the train station, not in the best area, but as soon as you start walking towards the middle of town, the neighborhood clears up. Staff was very nice. Room was not bad, we stayed for one night so we didn't really get a chance to soak it all in. But I would recommend for regular travellers but not for hotel snob […] s. Read more

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The hotel was good and proper. Conveniently located near the train station. Close to the historical down town (10--15 minutes walking), and the airport is 10-15 min by car. Ask for the 30 minutes free internet per email account! I really liked Parma, a surprising interesting place for a day or so. Enjoyed the cheese and persciutto! And a hidden Leorando […] in the museum! Read more

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This hotel was perfect. It is a stone's throw from the train station, and just 10 mins or so walk to downtown (Parma is a small town). Room included breakfast and 30mins free internet. The room was a decent size, clean, and relatively comfortable. Really great overall. Parma is worth staying in!

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I stayed at the Astoria because it is reasonably priced and has an excellent location, within walking distance of central Parma. The staff are very courteous and helpful. Though relatively small and basic in appearance, the rooms are clean and well maintained. My only complaint is the breakfast - it is poor and well below the standard of other comparable […] hotels in Parma at which I have stayed e.g. Savoy, Palace Maria Luigi, Starhotel du Parc. Read more

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Only stayed one night, but it was a cosy, well-run hotel and easy for us to get to, on foot 3 minutes from the station, (It was snowing.) I would definitely stay there again. Lovely and warm, but were able to turn the heating down when we were going to bed. Didn't eat in the restaurant, which was round the corner, as we had been invited out, but read […] the tempting menu. The breakfast staff did not greet us, that would be my only criticism. Read more

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Would benefit from toast facility at breakfast and maybe boiled eggs. Also the bar did not seem to be open later in the evening.

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I was over in Parma for the rugby with my wife and a friend, we stayed here due to it's proximity to the railway station. The hotel looks out over the line, but the noise from the trains was never intrusive. The rooms are clean and tidy, we didn't get a double but the beds were on runners so we were able to push them together. The Staff were friendly […] and informative, the rooms clean and well appointed. It is a genuine 3 star hotel, book it as such and you won't be disappointed. Read more

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Lovely hotel, just beside the railway station and on the edge of the city centre. Excellent breakfast and super restaurant next door.

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Very good location close to the train station and within walking distance of historic sights like the Duomo.  Clean and quiet, nice modern room. Quiet even though close to train station. Breakfast very good, crowded breakfast room but lots of very good food to eat.  Staff very pleasant to deal with.  Would definitely recommend.

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Clean and comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Great location!

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Clean room, good service,central location and reasonably priced.

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The staff were friendly and helpful, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. While the hotel was close to the station, it was a bit of a walk to some of the churches and restaurants. On one occssion, we felt uncomfortable walking to the station through large groups of young men, but they were disbanded by police later in the day. The town of Parma […] including restaurants, museums, shops etc was a real delight and well worth the visit. Read more

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This hotel was reasonable value. Room was a good size for european standard. It also has a undercover garage. We had a hire car, so this is also why we chose it. The town centre, good restaurants and sites are a good ten minute walk. Breakfast was basic, and staff helpfull. Only stayed one night.

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Comfortable room. Typical breakfast which was ample, well served and fresh. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Within easy walking distance of the station and town centre. Quiet, clean, well appointed, good breakfast included in the price. Over all a very plesant experience.

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The Astoria is ideally situated near the Railway station and Parma city centre.The hotel looks grand with an air of quality and comfort with very helpful reception staff.The room we stayed in didnt have a view and you could hear most rail traffic on the first night but its something you get used to and our second night seemed more peaceful.Breakfast […] was your typical Continental style with plenty of cereals, friuts etc to choose from.Very enjoyable stay. Read more

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The Astoria Residence hotel is easy to get to from the Railway station and is in the centre of Parma.The room was very comfortable as was the double bed after a journey of seven hours!!. On the minus side,you can hear every train that enters and leaves Parma but not not so bad as to complain about.

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Great location, walking distance from the train station, friendly helpful staff, clean, with an ample continental breakfast. Decor in bedrooms needs updating but otherwise a good hotel

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We stayed here for a night. The hotel has an excellent location right outside the station and found the staff to be helpful as well. The breakfast was ordinary. The room was clean and well furnished...no complaints!!

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The Astoria Hotel has a perfect central location at a reasonable cost. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The hotels best feature is their helpful and friendly staff. If I could suggest a weakness it may be that the breakfast is average while everything else is very good. I would recommend it to others and hope to stay there again myself.

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Good breakfast. Excellent service. Very quiet, clean and comfortable room. The heater was on maximum but unfortunately the room it was not very warm. Free internet for only 1h was a negative too. Generally, very satisfying.

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I stayed at this hotel for 3 nights. Although close to the railway station, the soundproofing in the room was excellent. The room itself was clean, although the decor looked a little tired. The heating in the room was only just adequate even when turned up to maximum, and not sure how it would manage in cold weather. Very little work space on the desk, […] most of it being occupied by the very large television. The bed was comfortable., but breakfast was disappointing, with no hot dishes. There was free wifi for one hour, but then you have to pay for any additional use. Why don't hotels offer this as a standard feature now? For business travellers it is not a luxury - after all, you're not expected to pay for other utilities (water, electricity). Read more

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Staff at this hotel couldn't be more helpful. Excellent location close to the railway station where the local bus from the airport stops. Transfer to the airport takes only 10-15 minutes. All the main sights are within 10 minutes walk. Comprehensive buffet breakfast

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Struggling to add anything else, would I use it again? Maybe

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Overall the hotel was well worth the money we paid, located 5 minutes walk from the centre of Parma, rooms were comfortable, breakfast was good. The only negatives was no bar open . Would stay here again.

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pleasant staff. good value. very near rail station / bus from airport . walk to old town centre and main sites. good restaurant next door or in centre

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The hotel was a 10 minute walk from the city centre and very close to Parma railway station. It was clean and comfortable and staff were helpful and friendly. The breakfast was excellent. It is a good relatively inexpensive base for a stay in Parma. There is internet access for guests and the tv in the room had access to TV channels in English, CNN […] and BBC World News. Read more

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- Stayed in Astoria Residence (/Executive) Hotel in July 2011 for four nights, double room, breakfast included. - The hotel is located near a train station but the sound wasn't enough to disturb my sleep. Its location is perfect; the main sights are within 10-20 minute walk through Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi and there are plenty of restaurants and fast […] food shops around, as well as a couple of small supermarkets. - Staff spoke English, were friendly and helpful. - The room was large and very clean, as was the bathroom. Cleaners came every day and did a very good job indeed. Only downside was the view which was the side of a building but the room was still bright. - Breakfast (7-10am) was basic but adequate, with a good selection of hot drinks. - The bus to and from the hotel and G.Verdi Airport is the number 6 (ticket machine just outside the airport exit), costs about €1.20 and lasts for 1 hour. Overall I only really have good things to say about Astoria, and I would definitely stay there again. Read more

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The staff at the hotel is excellent and very helpful. Rooms are clean. It is a short walking distance to the centre of Parma.

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The staff at the reception desk were very helpfull. The continental breakfast was great.

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The hotel is located on the edge of the city centre area which in itself isn't very large. This is especially convenient if you have a car as the hotel offers parking (for a fee) and the centre area generally is closed off for driving. The standard of the hotel and rooms were very good and can be recommended as a comfortable place to stay in walking […] distance of the attractions in Parma. Read more

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I've just a quick Bank holiday weekend in Parma and picked the Astoria based on price and location. I wasn't expecting 5 star service, but was still delighted to find a nice, friendly hotel within walking distance to everything you'd want to see in Parma. The hotel itself is a wee bit old school (reddish marbling, not the spruciest exterior) however […] it does the job and doesn't look in disrepair. Two small lifts adjoin the foyer, and nearby there's a dining room where they serve the typical European cold breakfast (which was of a good standard). The room I had was brilliant - a big double bedroom, little mini bar, closet safe, very big, modern and clean bathroom, and a tremendous balcony (not the best view, but a balcony nonetheless). If you can ask for a room on the 6th floor. If I was being constructive (and really, this is being picky here) I'd probably suggest them putting in a big main light for the bedroom - the lights are all spaced away from each other which light up different parts of the room, but it would really benefit having one main light as well. One of my friends mentioned that the air con also switches off halfway through the night, so if its blazing hot it may turn a bit hot. However, as I said this is being picky - the service was great, the rooms functional and clean, breakfast as expected and the location brilliant. Highly recommended. Read more

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Ringrazio molto per la colazione "al sacco" in quanto - per motivi di tassativi orari di lavoro - ero impossibilitata a trattenermi fino alle h. 7 per consumare una colazione tradizionale in hotel.Un cappuccino alle h. 6:50 l'avrei comunque gradito immensamente!!!

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Chambres propres, service en français très agréable, hôtel a 10 min a pied du Duomo. Seul point négatif : le petit déjeuner

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