🇮🇹 Arezzo, Italy
Borgo Hotel
📍 Via Senese Aretina, 80, 52037 Sansepolcro AR, Italy
Your stay — Borgo Hotel
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The Property — Borgo Hotel
Borgo Hotel is a low-key, family-run three-star just off Arezzo’s ring road, a ten-minute walk from the Piazza Grande. The lobby feels like a comfortable sitting room with dark wood, a small bar and a helpful local map on the wall. There’s no spa or restaurant, but rooms are clean, air-conditioned and quiet, with decent storage and good bathroom pressure. It suits travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the historic centre rather than paying for hotel facilities they won’t use.
Chronicles of Arezzo
Arezzo was a major Etruscan settlement, later a Roman municipium, with surviving city walls and the amphitheatre still visible. In the Middle Ages it became a fiercely independent commune before falling to Florence in 1384. The vasari-designed Piazza Grande and the fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca in the Basilica of San Francesco are the city’s artistic peaks. Today Arezzo balances its role as a provincial capital with a lively antiques market and a growing food scene, but remains far less crowded than Florence or Siena.
Best Time to Visit
Full Arezzo guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm sunny days (22-28°C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than July-August. June offers the longest daylight hours for sightseeing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures regularly hit 35°C, and the Antiques Fair (first weekend of every month but especially August) draws huge crowds. Hotel prices rise 20-40% above shoulder season; book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April, October and early November: daytime highs 15-20°C, hotel rates 30-50% lower than summer, and the city feels quiet outside weekend antiques fairs. October also has truffle festivals in nearby villages.
Weather & packing
June can bring sudden thunderstorms despite overall sun, so pack a small folding umbrella. The key rule: bring a light jacket or cardigan for evenings, because after sundown temperatures can drop 10°C even in high summer.
Live City Briefing — Arezzo
- Arezzo’s main car parks (Parcheggio Piazza del Popolo and Parcheggio Setteponti) have increased hourly rates for 2026; check signs to avoid fines. Many ZTL (limited traffic zone) cameras are now active 24/7 for non-resident vehicles.
- The medieval tower of Palazzo Cofani-Brizzolari reopened after renovation in early 2026 — it’s free to climb and gives a great view of the Piazza Grande without queueing.
- In June 2026 the Giostra del Saracino (the traditional jousting tournament) takes place on Saturday 27th, overlapping with your stay. Expect crowds on that day and check if the square is fully or partially fenced off for the event.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Borgo Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (2nd or 3rd) to minimize noise from the street and potential noise from the lift. The hotel's location on Via della Fioraia 1, in the historic center, means that you can expect some traffic noise, but being higher up will help reduce it.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor due to potential noise from the street and the entrance steps. Also, be aware that the lift is small and may not accommodate oversized luggage, so if you have a lot of bags, consider requesting a room on a higher floor or using the stairs.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via della Fioraia 1 doesn't offer particularly impressive views. However, if you're lucky, you might get a glimpse of the surrounding medieval buildings or the nearby Piazza Grande.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on the ground floor, due to the hotel's location in the historic center. The loudness of the noise may vary depending on the time of day and the type of traffic.
Insider tips
Consider using the nearby Parcheggio Badia public garage for parking, as it's open 24 hours and only a 150m walk from the hotel. Don't expect to get a room number with Wi-Fi password, as the hotel uses a login system with your room number.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Borgo Hotel
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for email and browsing; login via room number (no password required). No paid tier; speed approx. 15 Mbps download
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only historic sections (but lift shaft is narrow, oversized luggage may need stair use)
Complimentary digital newsstand not available; physical newspapers at breakfast (Corriere della Sera, La Nazione); building is a converted 19th-century palazzo with original stone staircase
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00 (later by prior arrangement); luggage drop allowed before check-in; late check-out until 12:00 for €20 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage available at reception; no storage after check-out unless prearranged
No step-free access; two steps at entrance; lift too small for wheelchairs; no adapted rooms; guests with mobility issues should choose alternative
No on-site parking; public garage Parcheggio Badia (150m) open 24h at €15 per night (€1.50/hour). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit usually; credit card imprint or €50 cash hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Lorenzo (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Agostino (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Servi (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Museo della Chiesa di San Lorenzo — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Cinema teatro Dante — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 783 m · ~10 min walk
Farmacia Porta Fiorentina — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Il Portico — 953 m · ~12 min walk
Santa Fiora — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for euro cash; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots—they give poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless common. Small vendors and markets prefer cash.
Not expected. Round up in restaurants (e.g., leave a couple of euros), but it's optional. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the bar: around €1.00–€1.20.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno: €5–€8.
A main course (pasta or meat dish) in a trattoria or osteria: €12–€18.
Look for bakeries and rosticcerie selling pizza, focaccia, and arancini near Piazza Grande and the main streets.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are the common budget supermarkets in and around Arezzo.
Corso Italia and the surrounding streets have affordable chain stores like OVS and H&M; markets (e.g., Saturday market at Piazza della Repubblica) for cheap casual wear.
Walking is best—Area C bus pass (covers entire town) around €1.50 per ride or day ticket €3–€4; from Florence airport, take the T2 tram to Santa Maria Novella train station then regional train to Arezzo (€11–€14).
Have lunch at a bakery or rosticceria for half the price of a sit-down restaurant. Fill a water bottle at public fountains (free). Buy a week's bus pass if staying longer than a few days.
Good to know — Arezzo
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Arezzo112 is the single European emergency number, works for police, ambulance, or fire; 118 is the direct medical emergency line; 115 is the fire service direct line; for non-urgent police, dial 113.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arezzo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Borgo Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 783 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Porta Fiorentina — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Arezzo Train Station (Piazza della Repubblica) → Castiglion Fibocchi stop
💡 Bus drops you 3 km from the castle—you'll need to walk steep hill or pre-arrange hotel pickup. Only works for agile travellers without heavy luggage.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Agriturismo Castello di Montozzi
💡 Book through Agriturismo for a fixed rate around €120; avoid unofficial taxis at the airport queue.
Arezzo Train Station → Agriturismo Castello di Montozzi
💡 Save the hotel’s number—drivers often don’t know the unpaved lane. Pay cash, no card surcharge if agreed.
Florence Santa Maria Novella → Arezzo Train Station
💡 Buy tickets on Trenitalia app; validate before boarding. From Arezzo station, call hotel for a €20 taxi—no bus runs to the castle.
About Arezzo
Wikipedia ↗
Arezzo (UK: ə-RET-soh, arr-ET-soh, US: ar-ET-soh; Italian: [aˈrettso]) is a city and comune in Italy and the capital of the province of the same name located in Tuscany. Arezzo is about 80 kilometres (50 miles) southeast of Florence at an elevation of 296 metres (971 ft) above sea level. As of 202...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Borgo Hotel?
Request a room on the higher floors (2nd or 3rd) to minimize noise from the street and potential noise from the lift. The hotel's location on Via della Fioraia 1, in the historic center, means that you can expect some traffic noise, but being higher up will help reduce it.
Which rooms should I avoid at Borgo Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor due to potential noise from the street and the entrance steps. Also, be aware that the lift is small and may not accommodate oversized luggage, so if you have a lot of bags, consider requesting a room on a higher floor or using the stairs.
Is Borgo Hotel noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on the ground floor, due to the hotel's location in the historic center. The loudness of the noise may vary depending on the time of day and the type of traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Borgo Hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Via della Fioraia 1 doesn't offer particularly impressive views. However, if you're lucky, you might get a glimpse of the surrounding medieval buildings or the nearby Piazza Grande.
What are insider tips for staying at Borgo Hotel?
Consider using the nearby Parcheggio Badia public garage for parking, as it's open 24 hours and only a 150m walk from the hotel. Don't expect to get a room number with Wi-Fi password, as the hotel uses a login system with your room number.
What time is check-in at Borgo Hotel?
Check-in at Borgo Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Borgo Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for email and browsing; login via room number (no password required). No paid tier; speed approx. 15 Mbps download
Is there a city or tourist tax at Borgo Hotel?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory, up to 5 nights; children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Borgo Hotel?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno: €5–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Borgo Hotel?
Walking is best—Area C bus pass (covers entire town) around €1.50 per ride or day ticket €3–€4; from Florence airport, take the T2 tram to Santa Maria Novella train station then regional train to Arezzo (€11–€14).
When is the best time to visit Arezzo?
May, June and September: warm sunny days (22-28°C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than July-August. June offers the longest daylight hours for sightseeing.
Top Attractions in Arezzo
💡 Arrive before 10am to get the best light on the frescoes without crowds. Check the ticket desk for combined passes if you also plan to visit the museum.
💡 The crypt (small fee) holds Romanesque capitals and a 12th-century crucifix. Visit just before noon to hear the organ practice. Not much signage, so rent an audioguide (€3) or rely on a guidebook.
💡 The amphitheatre itself is free to view from the street. For the full effect, enter the Archaeological Museum (€6) which gives you access to the seating area. Visit early morning when it's quiet.
💡 The fortress walls are mostly gone, but the grassy bastion is still a great viewpoint. Walk to the eastern corner for a clear shot of the cathedral and town. Bring water in summer—the hill is exposed and there’s no café on site. The park is popular with local families on weekends.
💡 Come late afternoon when the light warms the brick, and sit on the steps of the Loggia for a perfect view. The weekly Saturday market sets up here. Avoid parking on the cobbles—locals get fined.