🇮🇹 Perugia, Italy
Il Prato
📍 23, loc. Messenano, Perugia
tu estancia — Il Prato
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La propiedad — Il Prato
Il Prato is a quiet 3-star on a residential street a ten-minute walk from the old town gates. The lobby is clean and straightforward, with tiled floors and a desk attended by a local who can point you to the best trattorias. There’s a small garden out back and free street parking. It suits travellers who want a dependable base without paying for frills or a location inside the ZTL traffic zone.
Crónicas de Perugia
Perugia was an Etruscan stronghold before becoming a fiercely independent medieval commune, fighting neighbouring cities until the Papal States took over in the 16th century. Its centre is a maze of narrow alleys and palazzi built from the local pink-and-grey stone. The Rocca Paolina fortress, partly built over a lower Etruscan street level, now houses escalators that ferry visitors uphill. Today Perugia is a university city and the capital of Umbria, equally known for its chocolate festival and as the setting of the Villa Ada horrors.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Perugia →Los mejores meses
May, June, September — temperatures pleasant (18-28°C), crowds thin compared to August, and flowers or harvest give the countryside a bonus.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August; July kicks off with Umbria Jazz (early July), which brings tens of thousands and doubles hotel rates. August is stifling (35°C+ often) and many locals close shop for ferragosto.
La temporada del hombro
April and October — lows of 8-12°C, sunny days, half the room cost of July, and you can still eat outside at lunch.
Tiempo y embalaje
Summer afternoons in Perugia often bring a sudden thunderstorm despite a sunny morning. Always carry a light waterproof jacket or an umbrella, even in July.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Perugia
- The Fontivegge train station renovation is stalled; if arriving by train, use Perugia Università or the Minimetrò from Pian di Massiano instead.
- Umbria Jazz runs 3-11 July 2026; expect street closures around the Giardini Carducci and the live music stages near the Rocca Paolina.
- The city’s escalator network linking the lower parking areas to the centre (Scala Mobile) is undergoing maintenance on the Porta Pesa stretch until autumn 2026; check the Comune di Perugia website for alternate routes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Prato, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor, facing the garden or the rear of the building — away from the road, as the address is on a local road (loc. Messenano) which can carry morning traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the small car park — these can pick up noise from arrivals and luggage. Also skip rooms directly facing the main road (via Messenano) if possible.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the garden and the Umbrian hills – the best outlook. Front rooms face the residential street (loc. Messenano) with limited views of the surrounding olive groves.
Quietest floors
First and second floors are quietest — above ground level reduces street noise, and the building likely has only two floors given the 3-star rating and suburban location.
🔊 Noise notes
Local road (loc. Messenano) carries light traffic – mostly residents and delivery vans in the morning. Breakfast hall on ground floor can be noisy from 7:30-9:30am, and there's occasional noise from the bar or reception.
Insider tips
1) Parking is free and on-site – request a space when booking, as the car park is small. 2) Ask for a second-floor room if you can manage stairs – they're quieter and have better views of the hills, especially at the back.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Il Prato
Free for all guests; speed ~15 Mbps down; no login required, select network 'IlPrato_Guest'
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; physical newspapers (La Repubblica, Corriere della Sera) available in lounge on weekdays only; building is a 19th-century farmhouse, no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free if room ready by 14:00); late check-out until 12:00 for €25 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; secure locked room accessible from 08:00 to 22:00
No step-free access to entrance (2 steps); wheelchair users can use side ramp (available on request, narrow at 85 cm); no adapted bathrooms
Free on-site outdoor parking for 20 cars, first-come first-served; nearest public car park at Piazza Partigiani (1.5 km, €12 for 24 h); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, applies to first 5 nights; cash or card at check-out
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard booking; €100 incidental hold by card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Apollinare (101 m · ~1 min walk)
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist spots—they give poor rates and high fees.
Most restaurants, shops, and larger businesses accept major credit/debit cards. Contactless and mobile pay are widespread. Small cafes or markets may be cash-only, so carry some small bills.
Not expected but appreciated for good service. Round up the bill at restaurants (e.g., €45 to €50). For taxis, rounding to the nearest euro is fine. Hotel staff might get €1–2 for bags or cleaning.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar (caffè) costs around €1.00–€1.20; take a seat and it can double.
A panino or pizza al taglio from a local bakery or alimentari costs about €5–€7.
A main course at an ordinary trattoria runs €10–€15; a pizza margherita around €8–€10.
Perugia's city centre (around Piazza IV Novembre) has food stalls and tiny bakeries selling porchetta panini, pizza slices, and arancini for €3–€5.
Conad and Coop are the main budget supermarkets in the area; Eurospin and Penny Market are cheaper discounters a short drive away.
For affordable basics, head to a local discount store like OVS or up to the Perugia city centre's chain shops (H&M, Zara) in the Corso Vannucci area.
The cheapest way around Perugia is walking. For longer trips, a single bus ticket (Minimetrò or city bus) costs €1.50; a 10-ticket carnet is €12–€14. From the airport, take the ACAP bus from Perugia airport to Piazza Partigiani (€4–€5 one way).
Eat lunch, not dinner—same quality at lower prices. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist shops. Use the free public fountains (fontanella) to refill water bottles.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Perugia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Il Prato
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Find train tickets →Pincetto Station (top of escalators near Piazza Partigiani) → Via dei Priori / Choco Hotel area
💡 It's a driverless cable-drawn tram, not a traditional tram — good for skipping the steep uphill walk from the bus station. Single tickets cost €1.50 from the machines (cash or card). Choco Hotel is a 3-minute walk downhill from 'Cavour' stop.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Perugia Piazza Partigiani / Choco Hotel
💡 Book online in advance for a guaranteed seat — the bus can fill up, especially in summer. From Piazza Partigiani it's a 10-minute walk uphill to Choco Hotel (or take the Mini Metro one stop to 'Pincetto' then walk downhill).
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) → Choco Hotel (Corso Cavour 90)
💡 Agree the fare before you get in — €30-35 is the standard rate to the historic centre. If there's no queue, call +39 075 500 5440 (Radio Taxi Perugia).
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) → Perugia Bus Station (Piazza Partigiani)
💡 Buy your ticket from the machine at the airport bus stop or via the ACAP app — cash isn't accepted on board. The bus stops near Choco Hotel's side entrance (Via della Gabbia).
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Il Prato?
Request a room on the first or second floor, facing the garden or the rear of the building — away from the road, as the address is on a local road (loc. Messenano) which can carry morning traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Prato?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the small car park — these can pick up noise from arrivals and luggage. Also skip rooms directly facing the main road (via Messenano) if possible.
Is Il Prato noisy?
Local road (loc. Messenano) carries light traffic – mostly residents and delivery vans in the morning. Breakfast hall on ground floor can be noisy from 7:30-9:30am, and there's occasional noise from the bar or reception.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Prato?
Rooms at the back overlook the garden and the Umbrian hills – the best outlook. Front rooms face the residential street (loc. Messenano) with limited views of the surrounding olive groves.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Prato?
1) Parking is free and on-site – request a space when booking, as the car park is small. 2) Ask for a second-floor room if you can manage stairs – they're quieter and have better views of the hills, especially at the back.
What time is check-in at Il Prato?
Check-in at Il Prato is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Prato have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed ~15 Mbps down; no login required, select network 'IlPrato_Guest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Prato?
€1.50 per person per night, applies to first 5 nights; cash or card at check-out
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Prato?
A panino or pizza al taglio from a local bakery or alimentari costs about €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Prato?
The cheapest way around Perugia is walking. For longer trips, a single bus ticket (Minimetrò or city bus) costs €1.50; a 10-ticket carnet is €12–€14. From the airport, take the ACAP bus from Perugia airport to Piazza Partigiani (€4–€5 one way).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June, September — temperatures pleasant (18-28°C), crowds thin compared to August, and flowers or harvest give the countryside a bonus.
Principales atracciones en Perugia
💡 Go early to avoid crowds; the free part includes the crypt and some chapels, but the main treasury costs a few euros.
💡 Enter from Piazza Italia or the escalator by the bus station; it’s a cool escape on hot days and tells you a lot about Perugia’s history.
💡 Bring lunch from a nearby bakery; the view works best in late afternoon light. Free toilets in the park building.
💡 Go at dusk for the passeggiata, when locals stroll and socialise. Grab a €1.50 espresso from a bar—sitting costs more.
💡 Check the museum's website for free first Sunday of the month. Allow 1.5 hours to see everything properly.