Il tuo soggiorno — Benedetti
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La proprietà — Benedetti
The Hotel Benedetti is a classic mid-century Perugian stay: tiled floors, modest furnishings, and a small breakfast room that feels less like a hotel lobby and more like a friendly pensione. It sits on a quiet street a short walk from the escalators that haul you up to the historic centre. For travellers who want a clean, no-frills base without the hill-town hike, it works well.
Cronache di Perugia
Perugia was an important Etruscan settlement before becoming a Roman colony, and its medieval hilltop core still follows the old street grid. The city’s most visible landmark, the Palazzo dei Priori, dates from the 13th century and now houses the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Perugia was a cultural hub under the Baglioni family, and painters like Perugino (Raphael’s teacher) worked here. Today it’s a university city with a young population, a thriving contemporary art scene, and the annual Eurochocolate festival every October.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Perugia →I migliori mesi
May, June, September — warm days, low rainfall, and the crowds of July and August haven’t yet peaked.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August. The Umbria Jazz Festival (usually mid-July) fills hotels and pushes prices up 30–50 %. Expect 30°C afternoons and packed piazzas.
Stagione di spalla
April and October. Temperatures are 15–20°C, rainfall is moderate, hotel rates drop noticeably, and you avoid the summer queues at the Galleria Nazionale.
Meteo e imballaggio
Perugia’s altitude (almost 500 m) means evenings can feel cool even in July. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for after sunset.
Briefing della città — Perugia
- Perugia’s Minimetro (automated light rail) is still the best way up from the Piazza Partigiani parking lots; check for maintenance closures on their website before arriving.
- The city has restricted vehicle access in the historic centre further in 2025; most rental cars will need to be left in perimeter car parks.
- Umbria Jazz 2026 runs roughly 10–19 July; if you arrive on 3 July you’ll catch the pre-festival buzz and may find early-bird concert tickets sold out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Benedetti, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within lift range, and the courtyard position buffers traffic rumble from Corso Cavour or nearby roads. If you get a corner room on these floors, you'll likely get cross-ventilation—useful in summer when the hotel may not have air conditioning (common in 3-star Perugia hotels).
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor (ground level in European numbering) and any room facing the street. First-floor rooms pick up footfall and lobby noise; street-facing rooms will catch morning scooter traffic and the sounds of Perugia's narrow, echoing stone streets. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift shaft or near the small breakfast room (if it opens early) on the ground or first floor.
Best views
The best view at Benedetti is probably from a top-floor room facing southwest: you may catch a glimpse of the Umbrian valley or the Duomo's dome over the rooftops. Without dedicated data, assume that corner rooms on higher floors give you a slice of Perugia's historic skyline—tiled roofs, bell towers, and the occasional green hill beyond. Street-facing rooms offer 'urban activity' but little postcard-worthy scenery.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest at this hotel: high enough above street level, away from service areas, and the lift noise is less noticeable. The top floor (likely floor 4, if it exists) may also be quiet but could suffer from less reliable water pressure or heat in summer.
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia is a compact hill town: most streets are cobbled or paved stone, which amplifies scooter and car noise. The Benedetti sits on a busier pedestrian-friendly street near the city centre, so expect foot traffic, restaurant sounds (from nearby trattorias), and early-morning bin collections. In summer, open windows mean noise travels; if the hotel doesn't have double glazing (common in older buildings), street noise will be intrusive. Also check if the hotel has a bar on the ground floor—that can be a late-night noise source.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask about parking options at check-in: the Benedetti likely has a garage or valet arrangement nearby. Perugia's limited-traffic zone (ZTL) is complex, so get clear instructions to avoid fines. 2. Request room 302 or 303 corner (if they exist) as a quiet, brighter option: these are usually larger in older buildings and catch morning light without the afternoon heat.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Benedetti
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 15 Mbps download, no login required
Single lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via login card at front desk; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 free; late check-out until 13:00 costs €20
Free in-lobby storage available after check-out, 09:00-18:00
Step-free entry via ramp at side entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking; public car park 'Parcheggio Pellini' 300m away, €1.50/hour, €12/24h; no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, waived for children under 12
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as non-refundable deposit at booking; €50 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa di San Sebastiano (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Madonna delle Grazie (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: San Francesco (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria del Soccorso (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Fonti del Clitunno — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Auditorium Cav. Alberto Pacifici — 771 m · ~10 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Campello sul Clitunno — 458 m · ~6 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Withdraw cash from ATMs (Bancomat) in the city centre – avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station, which give poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards accepted in most hotels, restaurants and shops, but small cafes and market stalls often require cash; contactless and mobile pay are common in supermarkets and chain stores.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up to the nearest euro in cafes and bars, leave 5–10% for good service in restaurants, and round up taxi fares to the nearest euro.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at a bar counter: around €1.00–1.20.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway shop: around €5–6.
A main course (primo or secondo) in a casual osteria: around €12–15.
Via dei Priori and the area around Piazza IV Novembre have several bakeries, pizza al taglio shops, and porchetta stalls for cheap eats.
Conad, Coop, and Penny Market are common budget supermarket chains in the Perugia area.
The Corso Vannucci and connected side streets have mid-range Italian chains like OVS, Terranova, and Intimissimi, plus a market on Saturday mornings at Piazza Matteotti.
The cheapest way to get around is walking; for buses, a single ticket is €1.50; no day pass is cheaper unless you plan many trips. From Perugia Sant’Egidio Airport, take the direct bus (tickets ~€8 one way, buy online or at the airport).
1. Eat and drink standing at the bar counter rather than at a table to avoid a service charge. 2. Buy a bus ticket from a tabacchi before boarding – it costs the same but saves you a fine if you don’t validate. 3. Skip restaurant meals in the main piazza for lunch and head a block or two away for similar quality at lower prices.
Buono da sapere — Perugia
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
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 Benedetti
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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).
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Benedetti?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within lift range, and the courtyard position buffers traffic rumble from Corso Cavour or nearby roads. If you get a corner room on these floors, you'll likely get cross-ventilation—useful in summer when the hotel may not have air conditioning (common in 3-star Perugia hotels).
Which rooms should I avoid at Benedetti?
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor (ground level in European numbering) and any room facing the street. First-floor rooms pick up footfall and lobby noise; street-facing rooms will catch morning scooter traffic and the sounds of Perugia's narrow, echoing stone streets. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift shaft or near the small breakfast room (if it opens early) on the ground or first floor.
Is Benedetti noisy?
Perugia is a compact hill town: most streets are cobbled or paved stone, which amplifies scooter and car noise. The Benedetti sits on a busier pedestrian-friendly street near the city centre, so expect foot traffic, restaurant sounds (from nearby trattorias), and early-morning bin collections. In summer, open windows mean noise travels; if the hotel doesn't have double glazing (common in older buildings), street noise will be intrusive. Also check if the hotel has a bar on the ground floor—that can be a late-night noise source.
Which rooms have the best views at Benedetti?
The best view at Benedetti is probably from a top-floor room facing southwest: you may catch a glimpse of the Umbrian valley or the Duomo's dome over the rooftops. Without dedicated data, assume that corner rooms on higher floors give you a slice of Perugia's historic skyline—tiled roofs, bell towers, and the occasional green hill beyond. Street-facing rooms offer 'urban activity' but little postcard-worthy scenery.
What are insider tips for staying at Benedetti?
1. If you drive, ask about parking options at check-in: the Benedetti likely has a garage or valet arrangement nearby. Perugia's limited-traffic zone (ZTL) is complex, so get clear instructions to avoid fines. 2. Request room 302 or 303 corner (if they exist) as a quiet, brighter option: these are usually larger in older buildings and catch morning light without the afternoon heat.
What time is check-in at Benedetti?
Check-in at Benedetti is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Benedetti have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 15 Mbps download, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Benedetti?
€2.50 per person per night, waived for children under 12
Where can I eat cheaply near Benedetti?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway shop: around €5–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Benedetti?
The cheapest way to get around is walking; for buses, a single ticket is €1.50; no day pass is cheaper unless you plan many trips. From Perugia Sant’Egidio Airport, take the direct bus (tickets ~€8 one way, buy online or at the airport).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June, September — warm days, low rainfall, and the crowds of July and August haven’t yet peaked.
Principali attrazioni a 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.