Group accommodation in Italy at HI group hostels
Home of exquisite art, food and wine, Italy’s Mediterranean climate makes it a popular destination for group travel. With opportunities for study trips in subjects such as history, art, language studies and music, Italy is also a good destination for extracurricular school and college group travel. Group hostels in Italy are also ideal for informal group trips, such as sightseeing, wine-tasting, art tours, or just soaking in the Mediterranean sun.
HI has a range of group hostels in Italy offering excellent accommodation for groups, and many offer extra facilities and services tailored to group needs, such as:
- Private rooms for leaders and drivers
- Parking for coaches, buses or mini-buses
- Seminar rooms, games rooms and/or lounge areas
- Full meals service, and lunch packs for days out
- Staff who understand the needs of groups
Our group accommodation in Italy is available throughout the country, from the fashion capital Milan, to romantic Venice, to the wine country of Chianti. With such a diverse and rich culture, Italy has much to offer school trips, college trips or other group trips, and hostels in Italy provide the perfect budget accommodation for groups visiting this intriguing country.
Choose from the following locations to view our group hostels in Italy:
Alghero – Located on the Northewest coast of Sardinia, Alghero is a popular tourist destination. It has numerous bars and restaurants and the old town on the waterfront is mainly car free. There are numerous beautiful beaches close by.
Bergamo – Rich in music history and tradition, Bergamo’s Santa Maria Maggiore church has been teaching music and singing for more than eight hundred years. The city is divided in two parts, the upper town, better known for its medieval lanes, and lower Bergamo which has the most modern features.
Bologna – This is one of Italy’s most attractive cities and is full of character. The city is highly pedestrianised and most of its main tourist attractions are within walking distance of the centre. These include the two leaning towers in the Piazza Maggiore.
Cagliari – Besides its crystal-clear sea water and one of the most beautiful and longest beaches in the Mediterranean, HI’s group accommodation in Cagliari offers an unspoiled natural environment consisting of lagoons, bird sanctuaries and wildlife reserves which are unique in Europe.
Chianti – This town lies in the heart of Tuscany, and our group hostel in Chianti is an excellent base for exploring the local vineyards and the famous towns of Siena and Florence.
Florence – HI’s group accommodation in Florence is particularly popular with art lovers due to its many galleries and museums, home to Michelangelo’s statue of David. Florence’s most striking landmark is Brunelleschi’s Duomo. Florence - Tavarnelle | Florence - Villa Camerata
Genoa – Guests at our group hostel in Genoa are spoiled for choice when it comes to art history, as the city is home to many frescoes, paintings, sculptures and other works of art held within its numerous museums, palaces, villas, art galleries and piazzas.
Lucca – The birthplace of composers such as Giacomo Puccini and host to the Lucca Summer Festival, Lucca is perfect for a music-lovers’ group trip. Our group hostel in Lucca is also popular with groups interested in art history and architecture, boasting medieval basilicas with rich arcaded facades and campaniles, some of which date back to the 8th century.
Milan – Milan is one of Europe’s fashion capitals and is also home to many art galleries and museums. The magnificent Duomo is particularly popular with guests at our group hostel in Milan, as are the Brera and Navigli canal districts.
Montagnana – The town of Montagnana is located in the Veneto region of Northern Italy and is chiefly known for its mediaeval walls and fortifications. Our group hostel enjoys stupendous view over the city walls. Surrounded by natural beauty the town attracts both historians as well as visitors wishing to enjoy the landscape. Culture lovers also take advantage of the town's proximity to art centres such as Venice and Padua.
Naples – This beautiful city built around the stunning Bay of Naples is rich in history and magnificent architecture. Places of interest nearby include Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii and the pretty islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida.
Palermo – Located in Sicily’s regional capital, our group hostel in Palermo has much to offer in terms of nearby tourist attractions. These include the Norman Cattedrale, the Palazzo Reale and the Museo Archeologico Regionale.
Perugia – Perugia is a lively medieval walled hill town with many historic buildings, people- filled squares, and modern shops. Our group hostel in Perugia is also a good base for visiting other hill towns in Umbria such as Assisi, Spello and Gubbio.
Riva del Garda – Riva del Garda is a lively Italian town and a popular group trips destination. It's located at the northern end of Lake Garda, a dramatic setting with mountains rising on either side. Until 1918 Riva was part of Austria, making the architecture slightly different to the usual Italian style. The stunning natural beauty coupled with the abundance of water based activities make Riva del Garda an attractive location for groups seeking water sports or more cultural pursuits.
Salerno – Salerno is the main town of the "Costiera Amalfitana", situated in the middle of two enchanting coastlines. A popular choice for history group trips, Salerno is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the seat of the oldest university in Europe, the Schola Medica Salernitana, the most important source of medical knowledge in Europe in the early Middle Ages.
Torricella – An ancient fishermans’ village located 10 minutes away from Perugia, in the heart of the natural park that surrounds the Trasimeno Lake. Our group hostel is not only a great place to relax but also an ideal base to explore other nearby regions, such as Umbria and Tuscany. The bicycle path around the lake and the cross-country paths over the hills are a great way for group trips to discover the area.
Venice – Possibly the world’s most romantic destination Venice is considered by many to be the most beautiful city in Europe. A trip on the Grand Canal is an unforgettable experience as is a walk over the Bridge of Sighs. The Piazza San Marco is a particularly popular landmark.
Verbania – Lake Maggiore – “Garden on a lake” is how Verbenia is often described due to its marvellous natural setting on the Borromean Gulf in Italy. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty which has been a favourite destination of artists since the 19th century. Today it attracts groups wishing to explore its world famous gardens and parks.
Vicenza – Located in the Veneto region of Italy, Vicenza is a small town dating back to Roman times. The famous 16th Century architect Andrea Palladio is responsible for the city's unique appearance which has led the City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto to be designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our group hostel in Vicenza also has the advantage of being connected by rail to Venice, Padua and Verona for easy day trips.
Zagarolo – Zagarolo is a picturesque town just thirty kilometres from Rome, an easy distance for day trips to the capital of Italy. Zagarolo itself has a beautiful old town centre. Top quality local wines and cuisine coupled with stunning countryside make Zagarolo an ideal base for group trips to explore this delightful part of Italy.
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