🇮🇹 Perugia, Italy
La Torretta
📍 Via del Ponte, 1, 06181 Petrignano PG, Italy
Photo: official website
あなたの滞在 — La Torretta
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財産 — La Torretta
La Torretta is a no-frills three-star hotel in a quiet residential area a mile east of Perugia’s historic centre. The lobby is clean and functional, with a small reception desk, a worn leather sofa, and a faint smell of coffee from the bar next door. Its main selling point is the free, secure parking and the low price; this is a good base for drivers who plan to spend the day up in the old town and just need a bed, not a characterful hotel.
Perugiaの歴史
Perugia was originally an Etruscan stronghold, and the massive stone walls from the 4th century BC still hold up parts of the hilltop. The city thrived as a papal dominion in the Middle Ages, which explains the Palazzo dei Priori and the Collegio del Cambio frescoed by Perugino in the 1490s. Today it’s a lively university town (the Università degli Studi di Perugia was founded in 1308) with a sharp cultural identity: chocolate, jazz, and a serious caffeine habit.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Perugia完全ガイド →最高の月
June and September – long, warm days, low humidity, and the summer crowds have either not arrived or have gone home. May is also good but can be rainy.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
July is the absolute peak, driven by the Umbria Jazz Festival (early to mid-July) which fills every hotel room in Perugia. Prices for a mid-range hotel double; La Torretta’s rates climb 40-50% and book out weeks in advance.
予算肩の季節
April and October offer the best discounts – at La Torretta a double can drop to €60–€70 a night. Weather is mild but unpredictable (pack a rain jacket), and the city is quiet except for the Perugia 1416 historical re-enactment in mid-April.
天気&パッケージ
Perugia sits on a hill at almost 500 metres, so even on a June afternoon there can be a sudden cool breeze. Always bring a light sweater or a windproof jacket, even if the forecast says 30°C.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Perugia
- The Minimetrò cable-car system connecting the lower car parks to Piazza Partigiani is running a reduced summer schedule from June 24 – check the last departure time if you plan to stay out late in the centre.
- A new pedestrian zone on Corso Vannucci is being trialled until September, restricting vehicle access from 10am to midnight – useful if you’re driving directly up to the historic core.
- The 2026 edition of the Perugia Chocolate Festival (Eurochocolate) has been moved from October to late September this year, so the city will be less crowded during your June visit.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Torretta, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (facing away from Via del Ponte and Via Giuseppe Garibaldi). These upper floors are quieter and get more daylight, and the small lift means no stair hauling.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms: they open near the entrance with its two steps and are more exposed to street noise from Via del Ponte. Also avoid rooms at the front directly above or beside the entrance — noise from guests and the lift lobby carries.
Best views
Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 with a rear or side window — you’ll get partial views over the Petrignano hillside and rooftops, not the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — furthest from street level and the lift mechanism.
🔊 Noise notes
Via del Ponte carries local traffic; the street is narrow so engine and scooter noise is distinct. The lift is audible on all floors but especially on floors 1 and 2. No bar or restaurant on site, so no late-night guest noise beyond the entrance.
Insider tips
Park at Piazza dei Partigiani (€15/24h) and walk — it’s uphill but saves circling. At check-in, ask for a password card for WiFi; there’s no login page, just a single-use password printed on the card.
- 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
ホテル施設 — La Torretta
Free WiFi throughout; download speed approx. 20 Mbps, stable for streaming. No login page; simple password at check-in.
A small lift serves all floors (ground to 4th). No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand. Physical newspapers (Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica) available at reception on request, limited copies. The hotel occupies a 13th-century tower; original stone staircase and exposed beams remain in common areas.
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €25, after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free, available at reception during reception hours (08:00–22:00).
No step-free access: entrance has two steps with no ramp. Lift is narrow (fits a standard wheelchair but tight). Ground-floor rooms can be requested, but bathrooms have raised thresholds. Not fully accessible for mobility-impaired guests.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking Piazza dei Partigiani (€1.50/hour, €15/24h; 200m walk, but uphill). No EV charging on site.
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt).
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking required; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Agostino (80 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Salvatore (135 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Cattedrale di San Feliciano (420 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giacomo (544 m · ~7 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
Le Scale di Porta Romana — 719 m · ~9 min walk
Parco di Prato Smeraldo — 820 m · ~10 min walk
Museo Capitolare Diocesi di Foligno — 436 m · ~5 min walk
Auditorium San Domenico — 935 m · ~12 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Nearest — 463 m · ~6 min walk
Lafarmacia. San Feliciano — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Alimentari Sisael — 60 m · ~1 min walk
Foligno — 606 m · ~8 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city centre; avoid exchange bureaux at Perugia train station or airport for poor rates.
Contactless cards widely accepted, but carry some cash for small cafes and market stalls.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants, leave a euro or two for hotel cleaners, taxi drivers don't expect tips.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →Stand at a bar counter for a caffè espresso – around €1.00.
Slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway bakery – around €5.00.
Pasta or secondi (main dish) in a trattoria for about €12.00.
Look for rosticcerias and bakeries near Piazza Grimana or the university area.
Coop and Conad are common supermarkets in this part of Perugia.
High-street chains like Zara, OVS and H&M along Corso Vannucci.
MiniMetrò day pass (€2.00) covers unlimited bus rides; from Perugia airport use the BusItalia bus to city centre (€5.00 one way).
Drink tap water – it's safe and free. Eat lunch at bakeries or rosticcerias (€4–€6). Buy produce at the Sunday morning market in Via Sant'Ercolano for better prices.
知るのがいい — 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 La Torretta
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 463 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Lafarmacia. San Feliciano — 279 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
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).
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at La Torretta?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (facing away from Via del Ponte and Via Giuseppe Garibaldi). These upper floors are quieter and get more daylight, and the small lift means no stair hauling.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Torretta?
Avoid ground-floor rooms: they open near the entrance with its two steps and are more exposed to street noise from Via del Ponte. Also avoid rooms at the front directly above or beside the entrance — noise from guests and the lift lobby carries.
Is La Torretta noisy?
Via del Ponte carries local traffic; the street is narrow so engine and scooter noise is distinct. The lift is audible on all floors but especially on floors 1 and 2. No bar or restaurant on site, so no late-night guest noise beyond the entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at La Torretta?
Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 with a rear or side window — you’ll get partial views over the Petrignano hillside and rooftops, not the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at La Torretta?
Park at Piazza dei Partigiani (€15/24h) and walk — it’s uphill but saves circling. At check-in, ask for a password card for WiFi; there’s no login page, just a single-use password printed on the card.
What time is check-in at La Torretta?
Check-in at La Torretta is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Torretta have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; download speed approx. 20 Mbps, stable for streaming. No login page; simple password at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Torretta?
€3.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, children under 14 exempt).
Where can I eat cheaply near La Torretta?
Slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway bakery – around €5.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Torretta?
MiniMetrò day pass (€2.00) covers unlimited bus rides; from Perugia airport use the BusItalia bus to city centre (€5.00 one way).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
June and September – long, warm days, low humidity, and the summer crowds have either not arrived or have gone home. May is also good but can be rainy.
Perugiaのトップ観光スポット
💡 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.