Is there a bar in the hotel?
bar — one syllable, the 'a' is open, like in 'father'.
Ask at check-in to know if you can get a coffee or drink without going out, useful in bad weather or late at night.
In Italy, a 'bar' is not primarily a drinking establishment — it is a café serving coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and soft drinks throughout the day, with alcohol available too. This is very different from the British or Irish concept of a bar.
Fino a che ora è aperto il bar?
Until what time is the bar open?
Hotel bars typically close earlier than standalone bars
Servono caffè al mattino?
Do they serve coffee in the morning?
Hotel bars typically open early for pre-breakfast coffee
Il minibar in camera è incluso?
Is the minibar in the room included?
Always check minibar pricing — it can be expensive
The 'aperitivo' (pre-dinner drink with free snacks) is a quintessentially Italian institution. Many hotel bars offer it from 6–8pm. The classic aperitivo drink is Aperol Spritz, Campari Soda, or Negroni, accompanied by olives, chips, and small sandwiches.