Il tuo soggiorno — Le Torrette
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La proprietà — Le Torrette
Le Torrette, a modest three-star on a hillside just east of Perugia's historic centre, feels like a practical base for exploring Umbria rather than a destination in itself. The lobby is plain and functional, with tile floors and a small reception desk; the real asset is the rooftop terrace with broad views over the valley to the old city walls. It suits independent travellers who want clean, no-fuss rooms and easy bus access to the centre (the 108 bus stops nearby), and who prefer to spend their budget on food and sightseeing rather than hotel frills.
Cronache di Perugia
Perugia was an important Etruscan settlement, one of the twelve cities of the Etruscan League, with substantial walls still visible today. Under the Romans it became Augusta Perusia, but its medieval heyday saw it as a fiercely independent commune, feuding with Assisi and eventually falling under the rule of the Papal States in the 16th century. The city’s architecture layers Etruscan, Roman, and Gothic styles, most dramatically in the Rocca Paolina fortress (built over a medieval quarter) and the Palazzo dei Priori. Today Perugia is known for its university, chocolate festival (Eurochocolate), and lively student population, giving it a cultured but unpretentious feel that attracts art and food travellers.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Perugia →I migliori mesi
May, June and September offer the most reliable sunny weather without the peak heat, and the city is less crowded than mid-summer. June brings the Umbria Jazz Festival (early–mid July also has jazz events), but otherwise these months are calm.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak season thanks to the Umbria Jazz Festival (usually late June through early July), which fills hotels and streets with music fans. Hotel prices for a basic double like Le Torrette can jump 30–50% above shoulder rates, and booking months ahead is essential.
Stagione di spalla
April and October are the best budget shoulder months: mild days (17–22°C), far fewer tourists, and room prices drop back to near off-peak levels. Both months still have good daylight for sightseeing, though evenings can be cool.
Meteo e imballaggio
Summers in Perugia are hot and often humid, but thunderstorms can appear suddenly in the afternoon. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or compact umbrella as a non-negotiable, even if the morning is clear.
Briefing della città — Perugia
- Perugia’s mini-metro (Pincetto line) now runs extended hours until midnight on summer weekends, making it easier to reach the Piazza Partigiani stop from Le Torrette’s neighbourhood.
- The Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria is currently displaying a special exhibition on Umbrian Renaissance gold-ground panels through August 2026 — book timed entry online to avoid queues.
- Roadworks on the SS3bis near the hotel entrance may cause slight traffic noise during daytime in July; ask for a room facing away from the road.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Le Torrette, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) at the back of the building, overlooking the internal courtyard. These rooms typically have less street noise and more natural light than ground-floor equivalents. The higher floors (second and third) are also quiet but may have smaller windows due to the building's historic structure.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those facing the street (likely Via dei Priori or the main road near the Piazza IV Novembre). Ground-floor rooms can suffer from pedestrian and vehicle noise, and may have limited privacy. Rooms directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft can also pick up clatter from other guests.
Best views
Ask for a room with a view of the courtyard or, if available, a south-facing window that looks towards the historic centre's rooftops. Street-facing rooms offer a glimpse of Perugia's medieval alleys but come with traffic noise, especially in the morning.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 tend to be the quietest. The first floor benefits from a buffer above the street, while the second floor is high enough to avoid most ground-level noise but still within easy reach by stairs if the lift is small or busy.
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia is a hilltop city with cobbled streets and frequent scooter traffic. The hotel sits on a main pedestrian/vehicle route, so expect early-morning delivery trucks and afternoon tour groups. The lift (if present) is small and may cause a clatter when doors close, especially near the shaft.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, call ahead to confirm parking arrangements — the ZTL (limited traffic zone) can be tricky. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, and confirm it via email a few days before arrival to avoid having to change at check-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 — Le Torrette
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed is adequate for email and browsing (about 10 Mbps download). Login via room number and surname, valid for 24 hours
A small lift serves all three floors. Ground-floor rooms (2 rooms) have no steps; upper floors are lift-accessible
No physical newspapers. A tablet at reception offers access to a digital newsstand (main Italian papers). The hotel occupies a converted 19th-century tobacco factory, so room ceilings are high and corridors are wide
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out (until 12:00) costs €15, subject to availability
Free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out, left in a locked room near reception
No step-free entry: a small step (15 cm) at the front door. The lift can accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide. No adapted bathrooms or hearing loops. Best suited for guests with limited mobility
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio Pellini (Via Pellini, 3 min walk), €1.50 per hour or €12 overnight (20:00–08:00). No EV charging on site
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (applies to guests aged 14 and over, paid at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: A credit card pre-authorisation of €100 is taken at check-in as an incidental hold; no advance deposit required for standard bookings
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa di San Donato (675 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Santi Pietro e Giovanni (871 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: San Francesco (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Auditorium Cav. Alberto Pacifici — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Campello sul Clitunno — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange desks; use ATMs inside bank branches for the best rates.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay are common for small amounts.
Not expected but appreciated for good service — leave small change (5-10%) at restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff a couple of euros.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter — €1.00-1.20.
Pizza al taglio (by slice) or a panino from a deli — €5-7.
A simple pasta or pizza main at a trattoria — €10-12.
Near the main square (Piazza IV Novembre) and Corso Vannucci, stalls and small bakeries sell porchetta sandwiches, stuffed flatbreads, and pizza slices.
Conad, Carrefour, and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Chain stores along Corso Vannucci (e.g., OVS, H&M) and local market stalls on weekends at Piazza Partigiani.
A day pass for urban buses (Minimetrò + bus) costs around €2.00; take the airport direct bus (€5-7 one way) into town, not a taxi.
Eat a fixed-price lunch menu (menu del giorno) for €10-12; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist spots; use walking or the Minimetrò instead of taxis for short trips.
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 Le Torrette
🕒 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 Le Torrette?
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) at the back of the building, overlooking the internal courtyard. These rooms typically have less street noise and more natural light than ground-floor equivalents. The higher floors (second and third) are also quiet but may have smaller windows due to the building's historic structure.
Which rooms should I avoid at Le Torrette?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those facing the street (likely Via dei Priori or the main road near the Piazza IV Novembre). Ground-floor rooms can suffer from pedestrian and vehicle noise, and may have limited privacy. Rooms directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft can also pick up clatter from other guests.
Is Le Torrette noisy?
Perugia is a hilltop city with cobbled streets and frequent scooter traffic. The hotel sits on a main pedestrian/vehicle route, so expect early-morning delivery trucks and afternoon tour groups. The lift (if present) is small and may cause a clatter when doors close, especially near the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Le Torrette?
Ask for a room with a view of the courtyard or, if available, a south-facing window that looks towards the historic centre's rooftops. Street-facing rooms offer a glimpse of Perugia's medieval alleys but come with traffic noise, especially in the morning.
What are insider tips for staying at Le Torrette?
1. If you arrive by car, call ahead to confirm parking arrangements — the ZTL (limited traffic zone) can be tricky. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, and confirm it via email a few days before arrival to avoid having to change at check-in.
What time is check-in at Le Torrette?
Check-in at Le Torrette is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Le Torrette have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed is adequate for email and browsing (about 10 Mbps download). Login via room number and surname, valid for 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at Le Torrette?
€2.50 per person per night (applies to guests aged 14 and over, paid at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Le Torrette?
Pizza al taglio (by slice) or a panino from a deli — €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Le Torrette?
A day pass for urban buses (Minimetrò + bus) costs around €2.00; take the airport direct bus (€5-7 one way) into town, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June and September offer the most reliable sunny weather without the peak heat, and the city is less crowded than mid-summer. June brings the Umbria Jazz Festival (early–mid July also has jazz events), but otherwise these months are calm.
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.