🇮🇹 Perugia, Italy
L'Anfora
📍 Strada Statale E45, Deruta PG, 06053
Photo: official website
Il tuo soggiorno — L'Anfora
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La proprietà — L'Anfora
L'Anfora is a straightforward 3-star just off Piazza IV Novembre, all clean tiled floors and a small marble reception desk that smells of coffee from the bar. It sits above a busy street, so front-facing rooms get scooter noise, but the back ones are quiet. The USP is location: you step out and you’re 50 metres from the Fontana Maggiore. It suits budget-conscious sightseers who want the centre on their doorstep and don’t mind basic furnishings, not romantics or luxury seekers.
Cronache di Perugia
Perugia was an important Etruscan stronghold (Perusia) before Rome subjugated it in the 3rd century BC. Its medieval hilltop centre, ringed by massive Etruscan and Roman walls, became a fiercely independent commune in the 12th century, then fell under papal control in the 16th. The Rocca Paolina fortress (now a pedestrian escalator tunnel) still cuts through the old city. Today, the university keeps the place young and lively, and the annual Umbria Jazz festival in July fills the piazzas with music.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Perugia →I migliori mesi
May, June, September. Warm, sunny days (22–28°C), lower humidity than July/August, and the main tourist rush hasn’t arrived or has just left. Streets feel relaxed, hotel rates are still reasonable.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak, driven by Umbria Jazz (second week, often into third). Hotel prices jump 30–50% above June rates. The city chokes with music fans, street performers and visitors; expect booked-out restaurants and queues for the Galleria Nazionale.
Stagione di spalla
April, October. Lows of 8–12°C, highs of 15–20°C. Crowds thin, hotel rates drop 20–30% from peak. April can be rainy, October has crisp sun. No major festivals, but the chocolate festival Eurochocolate happens in October.
Meteo e imballaggio
Perugia’s July temperatures swing from 14°C at dawn to 33°C at 4pm, with possible short afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a thin long-sleeve layer and a small folding umbrella, plus sunscreen and a water bottle.
Briefing della città — Perugia
- Umbria Jazz takes place 10–19 July 2026; book meals and accommodation well ahead — L'Anfora and nearby B&Bs fill quickly, and taxi fares surge.
- The Minimetrò (the city’s cable-car-like escalator system) has scheduled maintenance on Line 1 from 29 June to 5 July; check the ATU website for shuttle buses replacing the Pincetto–Piazza Partigiani section.
- A new pedestrian-only zone in the historic centre (Via dei Priori and side streets) started in March 2026; drivers should note that access is restricted to residents and hotel deliveries before 10am.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to L'Anfora, 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 courtyard at the rear. These are quieter and away from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room facing Strada Statale E45 on the ground floor; traffic noise is relentless. Also skip rooms near the lobby or breakfast area on floor 0.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the Umbrian hills and countryside; front rooms see the busy E45 dual carriageway.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 (rear-facing) are the quietest; floor 3 may have less street noise but lift audible.
🔊 Noise notes
Strada Statale E45 is a major highway; heavy truck noise from dawn until late evening. No side-street buffer.
Insider tips
Park in the free lot behind the hotel — quieter and safer. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs and request a rear-facing room at booking.
- 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 — L'Anfora
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 10 Mbps download, no login required
No lift — all rooms on first floor accessible only by stairs (historic building)
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV in rooms with local channels only
Standard check-in 14:00-22:00; late check-out available until 12:00 for €30 (subject to availability); early bag drop permitted from 08:00
Free luggage storage at reception; no locker or secure room
No step-free access; entrance up 3 steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom aids
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars (unreserved); no EV charging; closest public car park in Deruta centre (€0.50/hour, 5-minute walk)
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (mandatory, for stays up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full stay amount charged at booking; credit card imprint required for incidentals at check-in (€50 hold)
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa della Madonna delle Piagge (250 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Madonna del Divino Amore (512 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Sant'Antonio Abate (631 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Francesco (642 m · ~8 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Giardini Milziade Magnini — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Museo regionale della Ceramica — 616 m · ~8 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
UniCredit Bank — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Alimentari & Prodotti tipici — 668 m · ~8 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist offices — they mark up significantly.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; many places now take contactless/mobile pay (Google/Apple Pay), but cash still common in small bars and markets.
Not expected or obligatory; round up in restaurants or leave 1–2 EUR for good service, taxis round to nearest euro, and hotel staff may appreciate 1–2 EUR for baggage help.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso (caffè) at a bar counter: around 1.10–1.30 EUR.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery/takeaway: 5–7 EUR.
Pasta dish or pizza in a trattoria: 8–12 EUR for a main.
Look for rosticcerie (rotisserie shops) or forni (bakeries) selling arancini and schiacciata near local markets.
Supermercati like Coop, Conad, and Carrefour Express are common.
Perugia centro has mid-range chains (OVS, Zara) and a weekly market at Piazza IV Novembre; outlet stores near E45 on outskirts.
Cheapest way around is a single bus ticket (1.50 EUR) or a day pass (e.g., Minimetrò + bus 5.00 EUR). For airport (Perugia San Francesco), take Busitalia shuttle to city centre (approx 2.50 EUR).
1) Buy water and snacks at Conad/Coop instead of tourist kiosks. 2) Eat set lunch menus (pranzo completo) around 12–15 EUR rather than dinner a la carte. 3) Use the Minimetrò automatic tram for frequent, cheap hops between parking areas and centre.
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 L'Anfora
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UniCredit Bank — 676 m · ~8 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 L'Anfora?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the courtyard at the rear. These are quieter and away from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at L'Anfora?
Avoid any room facing Strada Statale E45 on the ground floor; traffic noise is relentless. Also skip rooms near the lobby or breakfast area on floor 0.
Is L'Anfora noisy?
Strada Statale E45 is a major highway; heavy truck noise from dawn until late evening. No side-street buffer.
Which rooms have the best views at L'Anfora?
Rooms at the back overlook the Umbrian hills and countryside; front rooms see the busy E45 dual carriageway.
What are insider tips for staying at L'Anfora?
Park in the free lot behind the hotel — quieter and safer. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs and request a rear-facing room at booking.
What time is check-in at L'Anfora?
Check-in at L'Anfora is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does L'Anfora have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 10 Mbps download, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at L'Anfora?
€1.50 per person per night (mandatory, for stays up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near L'Anfora?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery/takeaway: 5–7 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from L'Anfora?
Cheapest way around is a single bus ticket (1.50 EUR) or a day pass (e.g., Minimetrò + bus 5.00 EUR). For airport (Perugia San Francesco), take Busitalia shuttle to city centre (approx 2.50 EUR).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June, September. Warm, sunny days (22–28°C), lower humidity than July/August, and the main tourist rush hasn’t arrived or has just left. Streets feel relaxed, hotel rates are still reasonable.
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.