Combo Torino is the budget pick with personality. It occupies a converted historic fire station on Corso Regina Margherita in Porta Palazzo, the multicultural neighbourhood around one of the largest open-air markets in Europe, and it doubles as a social space for the city. There are around two hundred beds, from shared dormitories, including women-only options, to private double rooms with ensuite bathrooms, family rooms and Japanese-style tatami rooms, so it works for couples and families as well as backpackers. The Kitchen Bar serves seasonal lunches, weekend brunch and dinner inspired by the market produce, and Cafè Santa Barbara handles coffee. The building also has a screening and events room and a project space with exhibitions, workshops and live music. Guests can use a shared kitchen, laundry, a small gym and round-the-clock reception with self check-in. Turin Cathedral and the Royal Palace are within about ten minutes on foot.
Location and getting around: Porta Palazzo sits at the northern edge of the historic centre, right beside the market square. Turin Cathedral is about five minutes away on foot, Piazza Castello under ten, and the Quadrilatero Romano, with its small restaurants and bars, is just across the road. Trams and buses run along Corso Regina Margherita, and Porta Nuova and Porta Susa stations are about twenty minutes on foot or a short ride away.
The rooms: private rooms come in several shapes, including basic doubles and twins with private bathrooms, superior and balcony rooms, family junior suites and tatami family rooms. Dorms range from three to seven beds. Rooms are simple and modern, with air conditioning and free WiFi.
Who it suits: budget travellers, solo travellers who want to meet people, young couples and families who need a large room at a modest price, and anyone who enjoys a creative, local atmosphere.
Good to know: the market area is busy and noisy in the morning, and the neighbourhood is gritty around the edges, though the hostel itself is well run. Breakfast is a buffet with a surcharge. There is no parking, so arrive by public transport. Dogs are accepted for a fee.
Why stay here
- ✓Private rooms and dorms
- ✓Kitchen Bar restaurant
- ✓Cafe Santa Barbara
- ✓Shared guest kitchen
- ✓Laundry
- ✓Small gym
- ✓24-hour reception and self check-in
- ✓Events and exhibition space
Good questions
Does Combo Torino have private rooms?+
Yes, as well as dorms it has private doubles and twins with ensuite bathrooms, family rooms and tatami rooms. That makes it a good budget option for couples and families.
Is Combo Torino close to the sights?+
Yes, Turin Cathedral is about five minutes away on foot and Piazza Castello under ten. The Porta Palazzo market is right outside.
Is there parking at Combo Torino?+
No, there is no parking. Trams and buses stop on Corso Regina Margherita outside.