# Casa Iolanda

> Casa Iolanda is a self-contained one-bedroom apartment (50 m², up to 2 guests) on the third floor, without lift, of an early-1900s Liberty-style building at Via Principessa Iolanda, 5, 70125 Bari, Italy, in the San Pasquale district — a 6-minute walk (450 m) from Bari Centrale railway station. Run by hosts Francesco and Rita. Guest rating 4.9/5 across 76 reviews (Airbnb 5.0/5, Booking.com 9.5/10, Google 5.0/5). Book direct on https://www.casaiolanda.it/ for the lowest rate.

## Key facts
- Official website, in 5 languages: https://www.casaiolanda.it/ (Italiano), https://www.casaiolanda.it/en/ (English), https://www.casaiolanda.it/de/ (Deutsch), https://www.casaiolanda.it/fr/ (Français), https://www.casaiolanda.it/es/ (Español)
- District: San Pasquale (just south of Bari Centrale station)
- Address: Via Principessa Iolanda, 5, 70125 Bari (BA), Puglia, Italy
- Coordinates: 41.1154992, 16.8744628 (Plus Code 4V8F+5Q Bari)
- Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=41.1154992,16.8744628
- Type: entire apartment (vacation rental), 1 bedroom with a French double bed, 1 bathroom with large shower, equipped kitchen
- Floor: 3rd floor, no lift
- Capacity: up to 2 adults; cot for babies 0–2 on request (€10/night); no extra beds
- Check-in: 15:00–23:30, self check-in with key lockbox
- Check-out: by 10:00
- Cancellation: free up to 7 days before arrival (direct bookings)
- TV: in the bedroom and in the kitchen
- House rules: no pets, no smoking, no parties or events, quiet after 22:00
- Parking: free street parking, usually within 50 m
- Languages spoken: Italian, English
- Phone / WhatsApp: +39 393 075 8486 (https://wa.me/393930758486)
- Email: info@casaiolanda.it
- National ID code (CIN): IT072006C200119276

## Ratings (checked 2026-09-27)
- Airbnb: 5/5 from 30 reviews (Superhost) — https://www.airbnb.it/rooms/1444397541821910256
- Booking.com: 9.5/10 from 37 reviews (Exceptional) — https://www.booking.com/hotel/it/casa-iolanda-bari.it.html
- Google: 5/5 from 9 reviews — https://maps.app.goo.gl/YpK1sUKaMizYF13Z7
- Booking.com category scores (out of 10): cleanliness 9.7, comfort 9.7, facilities 9.7, location 9.2, hosts 9.9, value 9.3

## Why book direct
- The lowest price: No platform fees. If you find the same dates for less on Airbnb or Booking, we match that price.
- Talk to us directly: Francesco and Rita reply in person, usually within an hour, on WhatsApp too.
- A Bari welcome: Snacks and local treats waiting for you, plus our tips on where to eat and what to see.
- Free cancellation: Up to 7 days before arrival. You get the quote and house rules by email, and nothing is charged until you confirm.

## How to book
1. Open https://www.casaiolanda.it/#prenota (English: https://www.casaiolanda.it/en/#prenota). The availability calendar is synced with Airbnb and Booking.com via iCal.
2. Pick free dates and send a request (name, email, phone, guests, expected arrival time).
3. The hosts reply within a few hours with confirmation, a quote and written terms. No payment details are collected on the website.
- Dates can be pre-filled with a link: https://www.casaiolanda.it/?checkin=YYYY-MM-DD&checkout=YYYY-MM-DD#prenota
- Or contact the hosts on WhatsApp: https://wa.me/393930758486

## Amenities
- Connection and comfort: Free Wi-Fi throughout (Dining table that doubles as a desk); TV in the bedroom and kitchen; Air conditioning; Heating
- Equipped kitchen: Espresso machine and coffee; Induction hob and oven; Fridge with freezer; Kettle; Cookware, crockery, wine glasses (Oil, salt and pepper included)
- Bedroom and bathroom: French double bed (Bed linen and towels included); Wardrobe, chest of drawers, hangers; Large shower, bidet; Hair dryer; Washing machine, iron
- Arrival and surroundings: Self check-in with key lockbox (Arrival from 3 pm to 11:30 pm); Free street parking; Cot on request (0–2 years) (€10 per night); Fire extinguisher and first-aid kit
- Not available: No lift: the flat is on the third floor; No tumble dryer

## Distances from the apartment (real street routes, OpenStreetMap)
### Stations, port and airport
- Bari Centrale station (Via Capruzzi exit): 450 m (6 min walk) — National and regional trains, airport rail link
- Bari Centrale station (Piazza Aldo Moro entrance): 680 m (9 min walk)
- Bari Sud-Est station (FSE): 350 m (5 min walk) — Trains to Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Martina Franca
- Port of Bari – cruise and ferry terminal: 2.8 km (38 min walk, 15 min by car)
- Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport: 12.9 km (not walkable, 25 min by car) — About 20 min by train to Bari Centrale + 6 min walk

### City centre, old town and seafront
- Petruzzelli Theatre: 1.1 km (15 min walk)
- Via Sparano (shopping streets, Murat): 1.3 km (17 min walk)
- Seafront – Teatro Margherita: 1.4 km (18 min walk)
- Piazza Mercantile (old town, nightlife): 1.6 km (21 min walk)
- San Sabino Cathedral: 1.9 km (25 min walk)
- Basilica of Saint Nicholas: 1.9 km (26 min walk)
- Norman-Swabian Castle: 2.0 km (27 min walk)

### Beaches and parks
- Ex Caserma Rossani park: 400 m (5 min walk)
- Parco 2 Giugno: 1.9 km (25 min walk)
- Pane e Pomodoro beach: 2.3 km (31 min walk, 8 min by car)
- Torre Quetta beach: 3.8 km (51 min walk, 10 min by car)

### Hospitals
- Bari Polyclinic (Policlinico): 1.6 km (22 min walk, 6 min by car)
- Giovanni Paolo II Cancer Institute: 2.4 km (31 min walk, 8 min by car)
- Mater Dei Hospital: 2.5 km (33 min walk, 8 min by car)
- Giovanni XXIII Children’s Hospital: 3.0 km (41 min walk, 8 min by car)

### Universities and events
- Politecnico di Bari (campus): 950 m (13 min walk)
- University of Bari – Palazzo Ateneo: 1.1 km (14 min walk)
- "E. Quagliariello" University Campus: 1.1 km (15 min walk)
- Fiera del Levante (trade fair): 4.6 km (62 min walk, 15 min by car)
- San Nicola Stadium: 8.4 km (not walkable, 18 min by car)

## Getting there
- From the airport: Take the Ferrotramviaria train from the station inside the airport to Bari Centrale: about 20 minutes. Leave by the Via Capruzzi (south) exit and walk 6 minutes to Via Principessa Iolanda 5. A taxi takes about 25 minutes instead; we send you the exact location on WhatsApp.
- By train: Get off at Bari Centrale and use the Via Capruzzi exit: you are 450 metres away, about 6 minutes on foot.
- By car: Street parking in the area is free; there is usually a space within 50 metres of the front door.
- From the port: From the ferry and cruise terminal it is about 15 minutes by taxi, or a 38-minute walk through the old town.

## Selected guest reviews
- "Francesco is the best host we’ve ever had, he welcomed us and made sure we were comfortable and have everything we need, when I asked him for some recommendations for restaurants, caffee etc. he told me everything i need and even send me buses to get there. Apartament was really clean and everything was the same as in the photos. Very recommended" — Maja, Airbnb, 2026-08 (5/5)
- "Extremely clean and well-kept apartment, ideal for short stays like mine, but longer ones too. Care and attention in the services. Nothing is missing, plenty of accessories. Very quiet." — Stefano, Booking.com (10/10)
- "Francesco’s apartment has been completely renovated with great taste. The décor is lovely and everything is spotless. Very quiet, ideally located near the central station, with the old town an easy walk away. Francesco welcomed us with a thoughtful welcome basket. An available, attentive and particularly responsive host." — Florence, Airbnb, 2026-04 (5/5)
- "Central apartment, close to the station and easy to reach from the airport by taxi or public transport. True to the photos. Well equipped and clean. Super helpful, kind host. 100% recommended." — Katira C., Google (5/5)
- "Francesco’s place looks exactly like on the pictures, everything is renovated and new. He is super responsive and helpful. There are some good pizza places around :) two things to note regarding the apartment: it is on the third floor without elevator and that (as shown on the pictures) there is only one window in the bedroom. However i can highly recommend the place, it is very close to the train station and the apartment is perfect to rest after a long day of sightseeing. It is also very quiet, the window is well isolated!" — Kata, Airbnb, 2026-04 (5/5)
- "Its a lovely apartment, well located and the host was super helpful. With great recommendations for places for dinner. Check in was easy. Free parking outside the apartment. And a lovely gift of some local snacks when we arrived." — Chantelle, Booking.com (10/10)
- "All good, a very kind and communicative host and a nice flat :) He let us check in early and we got a lovely welcome gift of local wine and snacks. Recommended :)" — Emilia, Airbnb, 2026-05 (5/5)
- "Francesco, the host, is super helpful and very kind; the flat has just the right spaces, spotless cleaning and a very comfortable, roomy shower. A gem in the heart of Bari, steps from the centre in a quiet, well-served area. Great for a longer weekend too." — Margherita I., Google (5/5)

## Frequently asked questions
### Where to stay in Bari near the central station?
Casa Iolanda is 450 metres, about a 6-minute walk, from the Via Capruzzi exit of Bari Centrale station and 5 minutes from Bari Sud-Est station. It is a self-contained apartment for 2 at Via Principessa Iolanda 5, in the San Pasquale district, with self check-in until 11:30 pm: easy if you arrive by train in the evening.

### How do I get to Casa Iolanda from Bari airport?
From Karol Wojtyła airport take the train to Bari Centrale (about 20 minutes), leave by the Via Capruzzi exit and walk 6 minutes. A taxi takes about 25 minutes. Before you arrive we send you the exact location on WhatsApp.

### Which district is Casa Iolanda in?
San Pasquale, a quiet residential district just south of the Central Station, with pizzerias, grocery shops and the Ex Caserma Rossani park a few steps away. The Murat city centre is a 15-minute walk.

### Is Casa Iolanda close to Bari old town and the seafront?
Yes. On foot it is 15 minutes to the Petruzzelli Theatre, 18 to the seafront, 21 to Piazza Mercantile and about 25 to the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, through the shopping streets of the Murat district.

### Is it a good place to stay near Bari Policlinico hospital?
Yes: the Policlinico is 1.6 km away, a 22-minute walk or 6 minutes by car. The Giovanni Paolo II Cancer Institute and Mater Dei Hospital are about 8 minutes by car. If you need to stay for several weeks, for example to be near a relative in hospital, message us.

### What is the cancellation policy?
When you book direct, cancellation is free up to 7 days before your arrival date. The full terms are written in the quote you receive before confirming.

### Is there parking near Casa Iolanda?
Yes, street parking in the area is free and there is usually a space within 50 metres of the front door.

### How does check-in work? What are the arrival and departure times?
Check-in is self check-in with a key lockbox, from 3 pm to 11:30 pm: we send you instructions before arrival and only ask for your expected time. Check-out is by 10 am. When the calendar allows, we do our best for early arrivals, late departures or luggage storage.

### How many guests can stay? Can we bring a baby?
Up to 2 adults in a double bed. For children aged 0 to 2 a cot is available on request at €10 per night. There are no extra beds.

### Is there a lift?
No: the apartment is on the third floor of an early-1900s Liberty-style building with no lift. If you have heavy luggage or difficulty with stairs, message us before booking.

### Is the Wi-Fi good for remote work? Is there a TV?
Yes: the flat has a fibre connection with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a comfortable table for your laptop. There are two TVs, one in the bedroom and one in the kitchen.

### Why book on this website instead of Airbnb or Booking?
Because you don’t pay platform fees: the direct rate is the lowest available and, if you find the same dates for less elsewhere, we match that price. Cancellation is also free up to 7 days before arrival, and you deal directly with us, the hosts.

### How does direct booking work? Is it safe?
Pick free dates on the calendar, which is synced with Airbnb and Booking.com, and send a request. We check it and reply within a few hours with a quote and written terms; only after you confirm are the dates blocked everywhere. We never ask for payment details on the website.

### Are pets allowed? Can I smoke?
No: the flat is non-smoking and pets, parties and events are not allowed. After 10 pm we ask for quiet out of respect for the neighbours.

### Does Casa Iolanda have a CIN code?
Yes, its Italian national identification code (CIN) is IT072006C200119276.

## Domande frequenti (italiano)
### Dove dormire a Bari vicino alla Stazione Centrale?
Casa Iolanda è a 450 metri, circa 6 minuti a piedi, dall’uscita Via Capruzzi della Stazione di Bari Centrale e a 5 minuti dalla stazione Bari Sud-Est. È un appartamento indipendente per 2 persone in Via Principessa Iolanda 5, nel quartiere San Pasquale, con self check-in fino alle 23:30: comodo per chi arriva in treno anche la sera.

### Come si arriva a Casa Iolanda dall’aeroporto di Bari?
Dall’aeroporto Karol Wojtyła prendi il treno fino a Bari Centrale (circa 20 minuti), esci dal lato Via Capruzzi e cammina 6 minuti. In taxi ci vogliono circa 25 minuti. Prima dell’arrivo ti mandiamo la posizione esatta su WhatsApp.

### In che quartiere si trova Casa Iolanda?
Nel quartiere San Pasquale, una zona residenziale tranquilla subito a sud della Stazione Centrale, con pizzerie, negozi di alimentari e il parco Ex Caserma Rossani a pochi passi. Il centro murattiano è a 15 minuti a piedi.

### Casa Iolanda è vicina a Bari Vecchia e al lungomare?
Sì. A piedi sono 15 minuti al Teatro Petruzzelli, 18 al lungomare, 21 a Piazza Mercantile e circa 25 alla Basilica di San Nicola, passando per le vie dello shopping del quartiere Murat.

### È un buon alloggio vicino al Policlinico di Bari?
Sì: il Policlinico è a 1,6 km, 22 minuti a piedi o 6 minuti in auto. L’Istituto Tumori Giovanni Paolo II e l’Ospedale Mater Dei sono a circa 8 minuti in auto. Se ti serve un soggiorno di più settimane, per esempio per assistere un familiare, scrivici.

### Qual è la politica di cancellazione?
Prenotando direttamente la cancellazione è gratuita fino a 7 giorni prima della data di arrivo. Le condizioni complete sono scritte nel preventivo che ricevi prima di confermare.

### Si può parcheggiare vicino a Casa Iolanda?
Sì, il parcheggio in strada nella zona è gratuito e di solito si trova posto entro 50 metri dal portone.

### Come funziona il check-in? A che ora si arriva e si parte?
Il check-in è in autonomia con cassetta delle chiavi, dalle 15:00 alle 23:30: ti mandiamo le istruzioni prima dell’arrivo e ti chiediamo solo l’orario previsto. Il check-out è entro le 10:00. Se il calendario lo permette facciamo il possibile per arrivi anticipati, partenze posticipate o per tenere i bagagli.

### Quante persone può ospitare? Si può venire con un neonato?
Fino a 2 adulti in un letto matrimoniale. Per bambini da 0 a 2 anni c’è una culla su richiesta a 10 € a notte. Non ci sono letti aggiuntivi.

### C’è l’ascensore?
No: l’appartamento è al terzo piano di una palazzina Liberty dei primi del Novecento, senza ascensore. Se hai valigie pesanti o difficoltà con le scale, scrivici prima di prenotare.

### Il Wi-Fi va bene per lavorare da remoto? C’è la TV?
Sì: la casa ha una connessione in fibra con Wi-Fi gratuito, aria condizionata e un tavolo comodo per il portatile. Ci sono due TV, una in camera e una in cucina.

### Perché conviene prenotare sul sito invece che su Airbnb o Booking?
Perché non paghi le commissioni delle piattaforme: la tariffa diretta è la più bassa disponibile e, se trovi le stesse date a meno altrove, ti facciamo quel prezzo. In più la cancellazione è gratuita fino a 7 giorni prima e parli direttamente con noi host.

### Come funziona la prenotazione diretta? È sicura?
Scegli le date libere sul calendario, che è sincronizzato con Airbnb e Booking.com, e invii una richiesta. Noi controlliamo, ti rispondiamo entro poche ore con preventivo e condizioni scritte, e solo dopo la tua conferma la data viene bloccata ovunque. Non ti chiediamo dati di pagamento sul sito.

### Sono ammessi animali? Si può fumare?
No: la casa è per non fumatori e non sono ammessi animali, feste o eventi. Dopo le 22:00 chiediamo silenzio per rispetto dei vicini.

### Casa Iolanda ha il codice CIN?
Sì, il Codice Identificativo Nazionale è IT072006C200119276.

## Links
- [Italiano](https://www.casaiolanda.it/)
- [English](https://www.casaiolanda.it/en/)
- [Deutsch](https://www.casaiolanda.it/de/)
- [Français](https://www.casaiolanda.it/fr/)
- [Español](https://www.casaiolanda.it/es/)
- [Airbnb listing](https://www.airbnb.it/rooms/1444397541821910256)
- [Booking.com listing](https://www.booking.com/hotel/it/casa-iolanda-bari.it.html)
- [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps?cid=16739716844924672088)