Il tuo soggiorno — Il Rifugio b&b
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La proprietà — Il Rifugio b&b
Il Rifugio b&b occupies a converted 15th-century palazzo on a quiet cobbled lane just inside the city walls, where the lobby still smells of old stone and beeswax. The three-star rating reflects simple rooms, solid wooden furniture and good breakfast rather than luxury; it works best for solo travellers or couples who want a calm, central base without pretension. The real draw is the terrace, which overlooks rooftops and the Umbrian valley — you feel more like a local than a tourist the moment you step inside.
Cronache di Perugia
Perugia was originally an Umbrian settlement before becoming the Roman colony Augusta Perusia in the 1st century BC. Its medieval peak came in the 13th and 14th centuries when the city fought rivals like Assisi and expanded its hilltop centre, leaving the Gothic Palazzo dei Priori and the Fontana Maggiore as stone testaments. The Rocca Paolina fortress was built by Pope Paul III in the 16th century after the Salt War rebellion, and its tunnel-like streets still thread beneath the modern city. Today Perugia is a subdued university town — the University of Perugia dates to 1308 — known for its chocolate festival (Eurochocolate) and as the home of Perugina chocolates.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Perugia →I migliori mesi
May, June and September — warm sunshine, clear skies, and fewer tourists than August. The summer art exhibitions and sagre (local food festivals) are in full swing without the peak heat and crowds.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and October. July brings the Umbria Jazz Festival, which packs the city with music fans and drives hotel prices 30–40% above shoulder season. October is Eurochocolate month, also very busy, but prices are slightly lower than July. Expect narrow streets to be busy and book well ahead.
Stagione di spalla
April and November. April offers mild weather and spring blossoms; November is cool but quiet, with deep discounts on rooms and the city’s autumn truffle markets running. Both are calm, affordable and pleasant for sightseeing.
Meteo e imballaggio
Perugia sits at nearly 500 m elevation, so summer evenings turn cool even after hot days — a light jacket or cardigan is essential. Pack closed-toe walking shoes: the historic centre is steep, cobbled and absolutely unforgiving in sandals.
Briefing della città — Perugia
- The city’s minimetrò ( automated light metro) is running normally, but the central Piazza Italia parking garage has reduced capacity due to ongoing works — use the Pian di Massiano park-and-ride instead.
- The Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria reopened its refreshed medieval rooms in March 2025; advance booking is recommended for summer weekends.
- July 1st sees the start of Perugia’s summer evening ‘Notti Verdi’ concerts in Giardini del Frontone — free outdoor music, mostly jazz and indie, starting at 20:00.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Rifugio b&b, 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 internal courtyard. These are quieter and get morning light without street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street on any floor – Via Fonte d'Acquisto carries local traffic and early morning deliveries. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the breakfast area or entrance.
Best views
Courtyard side: tiled roofs and a sliver of the Etruscan wall. Street side: narrow cobbled lane with shop fronts.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 (first and second, European-style) are quietest, above street level but away from roof-level plant noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Fonte d'Acquisto is a peripheral-to-centre feeder road – don't expect total silence. Morning garbage collection around 7am on weekdays. Guests on lower floors may hear the door buzzer.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask the owner where to park – they know which nearby garages give B&B guests a discount. 2. Request the room key for the street door; the main entrance locks at 10pm and you'll need it to get back in.
- 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 — Il Rifugio b&b
Free Wi-Fi, speed around 15 Mbps, no login or time limit
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors accessed by stairs only
No physical newspapers; free digital access to Corriere della Sera via hotel tablet in common lounge
Standard check-in 14:00–20:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 on request; late check-out by 12:00 costs €20 (request by 18:00 day before)
Free storage for early arrivals or post-checkout, inside reception area
Two steep steps at main entrance; no wheelchair access to rooms or bathroom; no ground-floor guest rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parking Piazza Partigiani (€1.50/hour, €20/day); no EV charging on property
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, for a maximum of 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: 30% of total stay charged at booking; €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Parco Giardini pubblici Cipresso — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Parco giochi circolo culturale ospedalicchio — 632 m · ~8 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
San Francesco Farmacia — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Ospedalicchio — 817 m · ~10 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Travellers typically withdraw from local ATMs (bancomat) using a debit card for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station, as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops, but small cafes, markets and buses prefer cash or contactless payments up to €25.
Tipping is not expected in Perugia; locals round up the bill or leave a small change for good service at restaurants, and taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the nearest euro.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at a bar counter costs around €1.00–€1.20; sitting at a table doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery costs about €4–€6, or a quick pasta dish at a trattoria for €8–€10.
A main course (primo or secondo) at a casual osteria runs €10–€14, with house wine around €4–€5 per glass.
For cheap eats, head to the area around Piazza IV Novembre or the Mercato Coperto, where you’ll find bakeries and pizza al taglio counters with slices for €2–€4.
Budget supermarkets in this area include Lidl, Eurospin, and Conad; the Conad near the train station is a solid option.
For affordable high-street clothes, the Corso Vannucci area has chain stores like H&M, OVS, and Bershka; the Saturday morning market in via Sicilia sells basic clothing and bargains.
The cheapest way around town is walking (the historic centre is compact); a single bus ticket (MiniMetro or bus) costs €1.50, while a day pass is €5; from Perugia Airport, the ACAP-Sulga bus to the city centre costs €5 one-way.
1) Buy a Perugia pass for combos of attractions and public transport. 2) Eat lunch at a bakery or bar for half the dinner price. 3) Fill a water bottle at the city’s public fontanelle (free drinking water).
Buono da sapere — Perugia
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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 Rifugio b&b
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · San Francesco Farmacia — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 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 Il Rifugio b&b?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the internal courtyard. These are quieter and get morning light without street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Rifugio b&b?
Avoid rooms facing the street on any floor – Via Fonte d'Acquisto carries local traffic and early morning deliveries. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the breakfast area or entrance.
Is Il Rifugio b&b noisy?
Via Fonte d'Acquisto is a peripheral-to-centre feeder road – don't expect total silence. Morning garbage collection around 7am on weekdays. Guests on lower floors may hear the door buzzer.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Rifugio b&b?
Courtyard side: tiled roofs and a sliver of the Etruscan wall. Street side: narrow cobbled lane with shop fronts.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Rifugio b&b?
1. If you arrive by car, ask the owner where to park – they know which nearby garages give B&B guests a discount. 2. Request the room key for the street door; the main entrance locks at 10pm and you'll need it to get back in.
What time is check-in at Il Rifugio b&b?
Check-in at Il Rifugio b&b is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Rifugio b&b have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi, speed around 15 Mbps, no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Rifugio b&b?
€2.50 per person per night, for a maximum of 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Rifugio b&b?
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery costs about €4–€6, or a quick pasta dish at a trattoria for €8–€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Rifugio b&b?
The cheapest way around town is walking (the historic centre is compact); a single bus ticket (MiniMetro or bus) costs €1.50, while a day pass is €5; from Perugia Airport, the ACAP-Sulga bus to the city centre costs €5 one-way.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June and September — warm sunshine, clear skies, and fewer tourists than August. The summer art exhibitions and sagre (local food festivals) are in full swing without the peak heat and crowds.
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.