Hotel James Joyce

Hotels
8.7 (1785 reviews)
Via Cavazzeni 7 , Trieste , IT

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable mattresses

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Some guests reported dust and maintenance issues.
Service
9.38
Consistently positive feedback about staff friendliness and help.
Location
9.42
Many reviews highlight the great central location.
Room Quality
8.37
General satisfaction but with mentions of uncomfortable mattresses and noise.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities like breakfast received positive mentions, but some noise concerns were noted.
Value for Money
8.86
Overall good value but some complaints about pricing relative to the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Breakfast quality noted but some minor complaints about coffee.
Overall Experience
8.88
Overall enjoyable stays reported, with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 08:43

Property Description

Historic Charm and Central Location
Hotel James Joyce, a historic gem in Trieste's Cavana pedestrian area, offers a unique stay dating back to 1770. Immerse yourself in the city's history just 250 meters from Piazza Unità d'Italia.

Modern Amenities and Comfort
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi in common areas and kickstart your day with a delicious buffet breakfast. The hotel ensures a comfortable stay with essential conveniences.

Local Expertise and Recommendations
Explore nearby attractions and authentic dining spots with valuable insights from our knowledgeable staff. Make the most of your visit to Trieste with tailored suggestions from locals.

Book your stay at Hotel James Joyce now to experience a blend of history, comfort, and local hospitality.

Important information:

Please note that special conditions may apply when booking more than 5 rooms.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TRS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1785 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 8.37
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 8.88
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Jean Luc • couple • fr
10
2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Tibor László • couple • hu
8
Minden rendben volt! 👌😊
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Gerti • couple • at
8
Passt. Angenehm!
Pros:

Lage perfekt für Ausflüge in die Stadt und zu Restaurants!

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • it
10
Ottimo
Pros:

La stanza molto bella e pulita anche la ragazza in reception era gentilissima e solare
Bravissima a fare il suo lavoro

Cons:

Va bene così per qualità e prezzo

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Anca • family_with_children • se
10
Pros:

The location is perfect. The beds are very comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful 😋

Cons:

Low pressure on hot water.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • au
9
Really good place to stay.
Pros:

Very comfortable small hotel, good central location in a quiet street. Nice breakfast.

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Brigid • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely venue but some minor problems
Pros:

Brilliant location. Room was pleasant, comfortable and very clean

Cons:

No reception after 9pm. I arrived later than expected and the young woman kindly waited but it was rather stressful and unexpected for this quite expensive room. A kettle but no cups or other tea or coffee facilities in the room

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Ida • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Sehr gutes Frühstück mit ausgezeichneten Kaffee.
Das Personal zuvorkommend und sehr hilfsbereit.
Das Hotel hat einen zauberhaften Charme, die zentrale Lage war äußerst angenehm. Alle unsere Ziele waren fußläufig sehr gut zu erreichen.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Helmut • couple • at
9
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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harrison • extended_group • gb
8
Comfortable, central and - above all - quiet
Pros:

It’s the superb central location of the Hotel James Joyce that is the winning feature of this modest, clean Trieste hotel. It’s up a little alley, but as this is as safe an Italian city as you’ll find, that’s a benefit, not a hazard.
It guarantees peaceful nights. This is as quiet a place as you’ll find, and yet the buzzy bars are only steps away.
One lift serves the upper floors. We were on the 3rd, in 303.
Friendly staff, plenty of TV choices, tea-making in the room, and an exceptionally comfy bed.

Cons:

No complaints, except perhaps the cramped shower. Breakfast is a battle of everyone trying to negotiate the narrow corridor to serve themselves. We tried it once (€7.50 pp) but opted for outside alternatives after that.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • solo_traveller • ro
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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STEFANO • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Hotel molto carino in pieno centro ma con la possibilità di parcheggiare l'auto in un garage situato a poche decine di metri.
Staff molto disponibile e attento ad ogni esigenza

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Rosenzopf • couple • at
9
Pros:

Das es sehr zentral gelegen ist und die Rezeption zum Teil deutschsprachig ist

Cons:

Der Frühstücksraum ist etwas beengt !

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Luminita-Cristina • couple • lu
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • couple • at
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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kristijan • extended_group • hr
9
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Maria Vittoria • solo_traveller • it
5
Pros:

The position

Cons:

The stay was disappointing. Both the shower and bathroom sink were initially unusable, and the breakfast was of poor quality. The reception staff were helpful and arranged for a plumber, who eventually fixed the issues. However, the inconvenience affected our stay, and no alternative room was offered.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
M
Michele • couple • it
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • couple • ch
4
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee