Hotel Carlton
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, it is worth booking if you want a central, well-rated 3-star base for walking Ferrara's old town at a mid-range price. Skip it if you plan to arrive by car and want cheap parking, because guests often call the parking fees high.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits, and who should skip it
This is our Best Value pick in Ferrara. It suits couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to the main sights and start the day with a big breakfast. Families can look at it too: the property lists family rooms.
Pets are listed among the hotel's features, which helps if you travel with a dog. Check the conditions and any fee before you book.
Drivers should think twice. The one recurring complaint in guest feedback is the cost of parking. If your car is part of the plan, ask for the parking price in writing first. If you want the lowest possible rate, our Budget pick is cheaper per night.
Location and getting around
The address is Piazza Sacrati, in Ferrara Old Town. The location score from guests is 9.7 out of 10, the strongest figure on this page.
Castello Estense is about 0.3 km away, roughly a 4 minute walk. Ferrara Cathedral is about 0.4 km, close to 5 minutes. Palazzo Schifanoia is about 1.3 km, around 16 minutes on foot. These walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified, so real routes can take a little longer.
Guests also say the train station is within walking distance.
What guests say
The score is 8.9 out of 10 from 1,195 guest reviews.
Two things come up again and again. First, the location: central, close to the castle, the cathedral and the station. Second, breakfast. Guests describe a large, varied buffet with sweet and savoury options, fresh fruit and cakes. The listed breakfast styles are Continental, Italian, gluten-free and buffet.
The weak point is money for extras. Room rates are generally seen as reasonable, but parking fees are often described as high.
Price and how it compares with our other two picks
The reference price was €102 per night. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov) for 2 adults in one room. They are not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
For context, the median in the sample was €112.50 per night, so this rate sat about 9% below it. Our Budget pick, Princess Art Hotel, scored the same 8.9 with 4 stars and came in at €76 per night. Our Luxury pick, Casa D'Este - Hotel Ferrara, scored 9.1 with 4 stars at about €262.53 per night.
So the Carlton sits in the middle, about €26 a night above the Budget pick. Facilities listed include free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and air conditioning. Whether breakfast is included in your rate has not been checked.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 7 eligible properties in Ferrara. The Carlton shared position 3 of 7 on review score, with a high review count and a price below the median.
The Best Value slot rewards that balance of score, number of reviews and price. It is not meant to be the cheapest hotel in town, and it is not.
Before you book
Room size, noise levels, the state of any renovation, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read the room description and the cancellation policy for your exact rate.
If you drive, confirm the parking cost. If you bring a pet, confirm the pet policy and fee. For the gym and family rooms, check availability and opening times for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Hotel Carlton Ferrara close to Castello Estense?
Yes. It is about 0.3 km away, roughly a 4 minute walk by straight-line estimate. Ferrara Cathedral is about 5 minutes away.
How much does Hotel Carlton Ferrara cost per night?
The reference price was €102 per night for 2 adults, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026. Prices change, so check today's price for your dates.
Does Hotel Carlton have parking?
Guests mention parking, but they often describe the fees as high. The exact cost is not confirmed here, so ask the hotel before you arrive.
Is breakfast good at Hotel Carlton Ferrara?
Guests praise a large, varied buffet with sweet and savoury food, fruit and cakes. Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed, so check the booking terms.
Can I walk from Ferrara station to Hotel Carlton?
Guests say the hotel is within walking distance of the train station. The exact distance is not given in our data, so check a map for your route.