Your stay — Banditellarentrooms
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The Property — Banditellarentrooms
Banditellarentrooms is a tidy, no-frills three-star perched on Via dei Priori, a steep medieval lane that runs through the historic core. The lobby is small but functional — polished wood floors, a single armchair, and a reception desk that’s more efficient than friendly. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, well-located base for ticking off Perugia’s sights without paying for hotel extras.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was founded by the Umbrians, then conquered by the Etruscans, whose massive city walls still stand. The Romans rebuilt it as a colony, but it was the medieval and Renaissance periods that gave the city its fiercely independent character, with noble families like the Baglioni leaving palazzi and towers. Today it’s a university town blended with a regional capital, known for its chocolate festival (Eurochocolate) and a tense relationship between modern traffic and ancient layout.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May and September: warm, sunny days, fewer tourists than July-August, and the city feels relaxed. April also works, though evenings are cool.
Peak / festival surge
July, especially from the second week through August, when Perugia empties for holidays but visitors arrive for the Umbria Jazz festival (early-mid July). Hotel prices jump 30-40% above shoulder season. Your 3-4 July stay coincides with jazz crowds; book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October offer mild weather, quieter piazzas, and rates 20–30% lower than peak summer. October also sees cheaper flights into central Italy.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits on a hilltop at 500 metres, so summer evenings are often noticeably cooler than the valley floor — pack a light jacket or pashmina. Shorts and a wrap for day and night cover most bases.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Umbria Jazz runs 10–20 July 2026 in the historic centre, bringing concerts to Piazza IV Novembre and the Rocca Paolina — expect street closures and noisier evenings near the venue.
- The city’s escalator (Minimetrò) connecting the lower car parks to the centre is undergoing routine maintenance in July; check the local transit website for temporary stops.
- A new gastronomic tour, 'Perugia a Tavola', launched in spring 2026, offering guided walks to five traditional osterie — book via the tourist office at Palazzo dei Priori.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Banditellarentrooms, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms at the back or on the mid-to-upper floors (3rd to 5th) overlooking the internal courtyard – these are quieter and capture the afternoon light, typical of Perugia’s historic centre. The lift doesn’t reach the top floors, so the uppermost rooms (6th floor) are very quiet with better views but require stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms or any facing the street (likely Corso Cavour or Via del Macello) – Perugia’s narrow streets funnel scooter and pedestrian noise until late evening. Rooms 1–3 on the first floor are directly above the reception and breakfast area, so you’ll hear clatter early.
Best views
Ask for a south-facing room on floors 4-6 – you’ll see the rooftops and possibly the Cathedral’s bell tower. The front rooms offer a narrow street view but catch traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, 5
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia is built on a hill – Banditella is on a pedestrianised but busy street. Morning deliveries shutters from the nearby bakery on Via dei Priori (200m away) carry up the cobbles. Weekends bring student foot traffic from the university zone just 5 mins walk.
Insider tips
1. Request a quiet room during booking, then call a week before – they rarely allocate until day of arrival. 2. The hotel has no on-site parking; park at the Pian di Massiano public car park (€12/day) and take the mini-metro to the centre (a 4-min ride).
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Banditellarentrooms
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed sufficient for streaming (about 30 Mbps); no login, uses room number
One lift serves floors 1-3; ground-floor access via stairs only
No complimentary newspapers; a few international papers for sale in the lobby bar
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 at €30 if available
Free at reception, no formal left-luggage service
Step-free access via side ramp; lift only to upper floors; no adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani (€15 per 24h, 5-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the centre for the best rates; avoid the Forex booths at the airport and train station.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is common in most shops and restaurants, but keep some cash for smaller bars and market stalls.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service in restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff don't need tipping, though a euro for the porter is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at the bar counter costs about €1.10–€1.30.
A panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway shop costs around €5–€7.
A main pasta dish in a trattoria runs €10–€14.
Piazza IV Novembre and the surrounding alleys have stalls and small counters selling porchetta sandwiches and pizza by the slice.
Conad, Coop, and Eurospin are the common budget chains in the area.
Corso Vannucci and the side streets have mid-range high-street shops like OVS and H&M; markets on via della Viola can have bargain basics.
A single bus ticket is €1.50; a day pass is around €5.50. From Perugia Airport, the bus to town costs about €4.
Eat lunch at a bar or bakery rather than a sit-down restaurant. Buy the Perugia Card if you plan to visit multiple museums. Avoid minibar and hotel breakfast – get coffee and a pastry at a local bar.
Good to know — 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 Banditellarentrooms
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Banditellarentrooms?
Request rooms at the back or on the mid-to-upper floors (3rd to 5th) overlooking the internal courtyard – these are quieter and capture the afternoon light, typical of Perugia’s historic centre. The lift doesn’t reach the top floors, so the uppermost rooms (6th floor) are very quiet with better views but require stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Banditellarentrooms?
Avoid ground-floor rooms or any facing the street (likely Corso Cavour or Via del Macello) – Perugia’s narrow streets funnel scooter and pedestrian noise until late evening. Rooms 1–3 on the first floor are directly above the reception and breakfast area, so you’ll hear clatter early.
Is Banditellarentrooms noisy?
Perugia is built on a hill – Banditella is on a pedestrianised but busy street. Morning deliveries shutters from the nearby bakery on Via dei Priori (200m away) carry up the cobbles. Weekends bring student foot traffic from the university zone just 5 mins walk.
Which rooms have the best views at Banditellarentrooms?
Ask for a south-facing room on floors 4-6 – you’ll see the rooftops and possibly the Cathedral’s bell tower. The front rooms offer a narrow street view but catch traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Banditellarentrooms?
1. Request a quiet room during booking, then call a week before – they rarely allocate until day of arrival. 2. The hotel has no on-site parking; park at the Pian di Massiano public car park (€12/day) and take the mini-metro to the centre (a 4-min ride).
What time is check-in at Banditellarentrooms?
Check-in at Banditellarentrooms is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Banditellarentrooms have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed sufficient for streaming (about 30 Mbps); no login, uses room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at Banditellarentrooms?
€2.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights)
Where can I eat cheaply near Banditellarentrooms?
A panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway shop costs around €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Banditellarentrooms?
A single bus ticket is €1.50; a day pass is around €5.50. From Perugia Airport, the bus to town costs about €4.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May and September: warm, sunny days, fewer tourists than July-August, and the city feels relaxed. April also works, though evenings are cool.
Top Attractions in 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.