Ancona hotel guide
Where to stay in Ancona
Hand-picked hotels by the port, in the old town, near the Passetto and in Portonovo, with real guest ratings and live prices.
💡 Local tips
- Early ship or ferry? Seafront hotels are the closest to the port.
- Want the old town? Historic-centre hotels are still about a 5-minute walk from the port.
- Beach time? Stay between Piazza Cavour and the Passetto to walk to the cliffs and city beaches.
- Sea and nature? Portonovo is a beautiful bay a few kilometres from the city: best with a car.
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| Hotel | Area | Rating | To the port | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Hotel Palace | Port & seafront | 4.8/5 | 3 min walk | Restaurant, bar, fitness |
| SeePort Hotel | Port & seafront | 4.7/5 | 9 min walk | Spa, fitness, restaurant |
| Camera con Vista B&B | Port & seafront | – | 5 min walk | B&B, Wi-Fi |
| NH Ancona | Port & seafront | 3.9/5 | 10 min walk | Restaurant, business centre |
| Cleo Rosa | Historic centre | – | 5 min walk | Apartment, central square |
| La Piazza | Historic centre | – | About 10 min walk | Central, Wi-Fi |
| Cavour Suites | Historic centre | – | About 12 min walk | Suites, pet-friendly |
| Laros Dimora Dorica | Passetto | – | 5 min by car | Near Passetto & Cardeto |
| Fortino Napoleonico | Portonovo | 4.7/5 | By car | Rooftop terrace, restaurant |
| SeeBay Hotel | Portonovo | 4.4/5 | By car | Spa, sauna, restaurant |
| Hotel Internazionale | Portonovo | 4.4/5 | By car | Bay views, free parking |
By the port & seafront
The closest hotels to the cruise terminal and the ferry port. Perfect for an early departure or a late arrival.
Closest to the cruise portGrand Hotel Palace
★ 4.8/5 Fantastic · 377 reviews on Klook
Classic hotel on the seafront promenade, just 200 m from the port. Guests especially appreciate the views from the rooms.
📍 Lungomare Vanvitelli 24 · See on map
- 🚶 Port of Ancona · 200 m, about 3 min walk
Sea views & spaSeePort Hotel
★ 4.7/5 Fantastic · 470 reviews on Klook
Hotel above the harbour with spa and fitness centre, 100 m from Ancona Marittima station. The views from the rooms are among guests’ favourite features.
📍 Rupi di Via XXIX Settembre 12 · See on map
- 🚶 Ancona Marittima station · 100 m, about 2 min walk
- 🚶 Port of Ancona · 500 m, about 9 min walk
Small B&B by the portCamera con Vista B&B
Small B&B a 5-minute walk from the port and about 6 minutes from Piazza del Plebiscito. As the name says, guests mention the view.
📍 Via Enrico Cialdini 5 · See on map
- 🚶 Port of Ancona · 300 m, about 5 min walk
- 🚶 Piazza del Plebiscito · 400 m, about 6 min walk
Next to the train stationNH Ancona
★ 3.9/5 Good · 342 reviews on Klook
Chain hotel next to Ancona Marittima station, with restaurant, bar and business centre. Practical for a short stay.
📍 Rupi di Via XXIX Settembre 14 · See on map
- 🚶 Ancona Marittima station · 200 m, about 3 min walk
- 🚶 Port of Ancona · 600 m, about 10 min walk
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In the historic centre
Close to the main squares, shops and restaurants, and still about a 5-minute walk from the port.
Apartment on Piazza del PlebiscitoCleo Rosa
Apartment on the old town’s main square, close to the Fontana del Calamo (13 Cannelle) and a 5-minute walk from the port.
📍 Piazza Plebiscito 39 · See on map
- 🚶 Piazza del Plebiscito · 100 m, about 1 min walk
- 🚶 Ancona Marittima station · 500 m, about 8 min walk
Old town baseLa Piazza
Simple, central accommodation about 8 minutes on foot from Piazza del Plebiscito. Guests mention the view from the rooms.
📍 Via S. Martino 21 · See on map
- 🚶 Piazza del Plebiscito · 500 m, about 8 min walk
- 🚶 Ancona Marittima station · 600 m, about 10 min walk
Right on Piazza CavourCavour Suites
Suites right on Piazza Cavour, one of the city’s main squares, close to shops and restaurants. Pets are allowed.
📍 Piazza Cavour 29 · See on map
- 🚶 Piazza del Plebiscito · 500 m, about 8 min walk
- 🚶 Ancona Marittima station · 700 m, about 12 min walk
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Near the Passetto & beaches
The best base if you also want to enjoy the Passetto cliffs and the city beaches.
For Passetto & the beachesLaros Dimora Dorica
Guesthouse between Piazza Cavour and the Passetto, about 600 m from Parco del Cardeto and 1 km from Passetto Beach.
📍 Via Michele Fazioli 24 · See on map
- 🚶 Passetto Beach · 900 m, about 15 min walk
- 🚶 Port of Ancona · about 5 min by car
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Portonovo & the Conero coast
A beautiful bay a few kilometres from Ancona, in the Conero Regional Park. Ideal if you have a car and want sea and nature.
Historic fort on the bayFortino Napoleonico
★ 4.7/5 Fantastic · 123 reviews on Klook
A Napoleonic-era fort turned hotel, right on the bay of Portonovo, with rooftop terrace, restaurant and bar.
📍 Via Poggio 166, Portonovo · See on map
- 🚶 Conero Regional Park · a few minutes by car
- 🚶 Mount Conero · 1.8 km
Spa & sauna in PortonovoSeeBay Hotel
★ 4.4/5 Great · 85 reviews on Klook
Hotel in Portonovo with spa, sauna and fitness centre, close to the Conero Regional Park. Guests appreciate the views.
📍 Via Poggio 160, Portonovo · See on map
- 🚶 Mount Conero · 1.5 km
Views over the bayHotel Internazionale
★ 4.4/5 Great · 82 reviews on Klook
On the hillside above Portonovo with views over the bay, restaurant, bar and free parking.
📍 Via Poggio 148, Portonovo · See on map
- 🚶 Mount Conero · 1.4 km
- 🚶 Conero Regional Park · about 5 min by car
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Map: port, old town & Passetto
Make the most of your stay
Tours with local guides, from the port and the city centre
Cruise Port Shore ExcursionFrom €565 / groupSee the tour →
Private Walking TourFrom €48 / personSee the tour →
Private Sailing Boat TourFrom €750 / boatSee the tour →
Frasassi Caves TourFrom €640 / groupSee the tour →Staying connected? Read our eSIM guide · Arriving by plane? Airport to city centre
FAQ
Where should I stay in Ancona before or after a cruise?
Choose a hotel by the port and seafront: the Grand Hotel Palace is about 200 m from the port, while SeePort Hotel and NH Ancona are a few minutes’ walk from the harbour and Ancona Marittima station.
Is the historic centre far from the port?
No. Hotels in the historic centre, such as La Piazza and Cavour Suites, are still about a 5-minute walk from the port.
Where should I stay for the beach in Portonovo?
Fortino Napoleonico, SeeBay Hotel and Hotel Internazionale are in Portonovo, a bay in the Conero Regional Park a few kilometres from Ancona. A car is the easiest way to get there.
Where should I stay to visit the Passetto and the beaches?
Laros Dimora Dorica is between the Passetto and the port, near Piazza Cavour, about 900 m from Passetto Beach.
How can I see the price for my dates?
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