당신의 머물기 — Podere Merella
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부동산 — Podere Merella
Podere Merella is a working farm turned simple 3-star agriturismo on the hills above Perugia. Its lobby is a low-key room with a reception desk, tile floors, a few wooden chairs, and the scent of hay from the barn next door. The aesthetic is rural and practical: whitewashed walls, unfussy furniture, views of olive groves and the Tiber valley. It suits independent travellers with a car who want countryside quiet, not resort amenities, and a genuine Umbrian farm base for exploring Perugia and Assisi.
Perugia 연대기
Perugia was founded as an Umbrian hilltop settlement, became a key Etruscan city (with surviving walls and the Marz lion), then a fierce medieval commune of the Guelph faction. The 13th-century Palazzo dei Priori and the Fontana Maggiore anchor the main square, and the Rocca Paolina fortress was built by the papal legate in the 1540s after the city was crushed by Pope Paul III. Today Perugia is the regional capital of Umbria, known for its university (founded 1308), chocolate industry (Perugina), and a quiet, lived-in historic core that draws cultural tourists and students in equal measure.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Perugia 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
May, June, September – warm sun, low humidity, fewer tourists than July–August, and the countryside is green or harvest-touched.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July to early August – peak season with hot days (30–35°C), Eurochocolate in October also spikes prices. Hotels in Perugia double their rates in August, driven by Italian ferragosto holidays and European city-breakers. The Umbria Jazz festival in Perugia (usually July) also fills rooms.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
April and October – spring flowers or autumn harvest, cooler but pleasant, with hotel rates 30–50% cheaper than August.
날씨 & 포장
Perugia sits at 493 metres elevation, so summer evenings can drop to 15°C even after 32°C days – bring a light jacket or fleece. Pack a rain shell too; July thunderstorms are short but heavy.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Perugia
- The Perugia city centre limited traffic zone (ZTL) is enforced by cameras 24/7 – renters must have ZTL permits from their hotel or risk fines. Podere Merella is outside the ZTL, but driving into the historic core requires a pass.
- Eurochocolate 2026 dates not yet confirmed, but the October festival typically shuts down Piazza IV Novembre and causes road closures around the centre – avoid if you don't like crowds.
- The Perugia–Assisi shuttle bus (line E001) has new electric minibuses from 2025, running every 30 minutes in summer. Arrives at Piazza Partigiani, a 5-minute escalator ride from the main square.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Podere Merella, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (first or second) facing the courtyard or garden. These are furthest from the street and quieter, with more light and a better chance of a view across the valley towards Perugia's historic centre.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms that face the road. The hotel sits on a suburban street with local traffic, so lower-level front rooms pick up engine noise and dust. Rooms near the stairwell or breakfast area may also hear early morning clatter.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing east or south look over the garden towards Perugia’s hillside. Some may catch a glimpse of the old town rooftops. The address is suburban, so no dramatic cityscape, but the green outlook is pleasant.
Quietest floors
First and second floors are the quietest, set above street level and away from the breakfast room and reception.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a local road near Perugia's outskirts. Expect sporadic traffic noise from 7am–9pm, especially on weekdays. No nightclub or bar noise, but the breakfast room prep starts around 7am.
Insider tips
1. If driving, request a room at the back — the hotel has a small car park, and rear rooms avoid any noise from guests arriving late. 2. Check in early (before 4pm) to secure a top-floor room, as this small hotel fills quickly and there's no lift — stairs only, so pack light.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Podere Merella
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed ~20 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No login; simple network selection. VPN occasionally dropped.
No lift – two-storey building with stairs only (historic stone farmhouse). Ground-floor rooms available.
No physical papers or digital news kiosk. Building is a 19th-century stone farmhouse restored in 2005, with original wooden beams and terracotta floors.
Check-in from 15:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 11:00 (€30 surcharge, subject to availability).
Free luggage storage available at reception. Secure room, not locked individually.
No step-free access. Main entrance has two steps; property on a slope. Not suitable for wheelchairs or limited mobility.
Free on-site parking (uncovered gravel lot, 30 spaces). No EV charging. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio via Enrico dal Pozzo, €1.20/hour (2 km away).
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights), applies to guests 14+
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (non-refundable rates). For flexible rates, €200 credit card hold at check-in for incidentals.
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid airport or tourist bureau exchanges as they give poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels, but small cafes and market stalls often prefer cash; contactless is common.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 euros for good service is appreciated; taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →An espresso or cappuccino at a bar will cost around €1-1.20.
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway costs about €4-6.
A main course at a trattoria typically runs €10-15.
Look for bakeries and rosticcerias near Piazza IV Novembre and Corso Vannucci for cheap takeaway pizza, porchetta sandwiches, and arancini.
Common budget supermarkets include Conad, Lidl, and Eurospin.
The main shopping streets (Corso Vannucci and Via Baglioni) have affordable chains like H&M and Zara; check the Saturday market at Piazza del Cavalluccio for budget clothing.
A single bus ticket costs €1.50 and is valid for 75 minutes; the cheapest way from Perugia International Airport is the bus to the city centre for around €4.
Eat lunch at bakeries or rosticcerias rather than sit-down restaurants; buy a city food passport for discounted tasting menus; fill up a reusable water bottle at the public fountains to save on bottled water.
아는 것이 좋다 — 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 Podere Merella
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
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).
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Podere Merella?
Request a room on the upper floor (first or second) facing the courtyard or garden. These are furthest from the street and quieter, with more light and a better chance of a view across the valley towards Perugia's historic centre.
Which rooms should I avoid at Podere Merella?
Avoid ground-floor rooms that face the road. The hotel sits on a suburban street with local traffic, so lower-level front rooms pick up engine noise and dust. Rooms near the stairwell or breakfast area may also hear early morning clatter.
Is Podere Merella noisy?
The hotel is on a local road near Perugia's outskirts. Expect sporadic traffic noise from 7am–9pm, especially on weekdays. No nightclub or bar noise, but the breakfast room prep starts around 7am.
Which rooms have the best views at Podere Merella?
Upper-floor rooms facing east or south look over the garden towards Perugia’s hillside. Some may catch a glimpse of the old town rooftops. The address is suburban, so no dramatic cityscape, but the green outlook is pleasant.
What are insider tips for staying at Podere Merella?
1. If driving, request a room at the back — the hotel has a small car park, and rear rooms avoid any noise from guests arriving late. 2. Check in early (before 4pm) to secure a top-floor room, as this small hotel fills quickly and there's no lift — stairs only, so pack light.
What time is check-in at Podere Merella?
Check-in at Podere Merella is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Podere Merella have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed ~20 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up. No login; simple network selection. VPN occasionally dropped.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Podere Merella?
€1.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights), applies to guests 14+
Where can I eat cheaply near Podere Merella?
A slice of pizza or a panino from a takeaway costs about €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Podere Merella?
A single bus ticket costs €1.50 and is valid for 75 minutes; the cheapest way from Perugia International Airport is the bus to the city centre for around €4.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June, September – warm sun, low humidity, fewer tourists than July–August, and the countryside is green or harvest-touched.
Perugia 주요 관광지
💡 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.