Your stay — Casa della Costa
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The Property — Casa della Costa
Casa della Costa is a functional three-star set on a hillside south of Perugia's historic centre, a short bus ride from Piazza Italia. The lobby is clean and modern, with tiled floors and a front desk that offers maps and bus timetables without fuss. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring Umbria’s capital and a paying guest who prefers a quiet neighbourhood over a central location.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was founded as an Etruscan stronghold in the 6th century BC, and parts of its cyclopean walls still encircle the medieval centre. The city’s skyline is dominated by the Palazzo dei Priori and the Gothic Cathedral of San Lorenzo, built during the 14th-century golden age when Perugia was a regional power. Today it’s a university town with a sharp contemporary art scene at the National Gallery of Umbria and a lingering medieval rhythm in its stepped alleys.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
MayJuneSeptember
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak month, driven by the Umbria Jazz Festival, which fills hotels and inflates room rates by 40–60%. The weather is hot (30–35°C) and the historic centre is packed with concertgoers.
Budget shoulder season
April and early October offer mild temperatures (15–22°C), cheaper rooms, and far fewer tourists. Local restaurants and sights remain open, and the landscape is green or turning autumn gold.
Weather & packing
Perugia’s hilltop position means sudden thunderclaps even in July, and summer nights can be cool. Pack a light rain jacket and a thin sweater, no matter the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- The new escalator system connecting Piazza Partigiani to Piazza Italia’s upper level has reduced wait times but is closed for maintenance every second Tuesday until August.
- Perugia’s pedestrian-only zone in the centre has been extended to cover Via dei Priori, with new fines for unregistered vehicles enforced from June 2026.
- A strike by local public transport workers is scheduled for 4 July 2026, likely affecting the bus routes from the lower town, so check your hotel shuttle or allow extra walking time.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa della Costa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the internal courtyard. These rooms are quieter, away from street noise, and tend to have better natural light in the afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor: they have limited privacy and often pick up lobby and street noise. Also skip rooms directly beside the lift shaft on any floor — the old lift mechanism can be clattery.
Best views
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) offer a glimpse of Perugia's rooftops and the Umbrian hills beyond — more authentic than the street view of parked cars and passing scooters.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest: sandwiched away from ground-level bustle and not under the roof (which can get noisy from plumbing or terrace footfall).
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia's central streets are busy with motorbikes, delivery vans, and late-night pedestrian chatter. The hotel's entrance is on a narrow one-way street, so single-glazed windows are likely — earplugs advisable for light sleepers.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has no on-site parking; ask for directions to the 'Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani' garage (10-min walk, with escalator lift up to the centre) rather than attempting to drive through the ZTL zone. 2. Request a room on a high floor (2nd or 3rd) when booking — they are often quieter and have less dust from the street, and the lift is small but functional.
- 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 — Casa della Costa
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 20 Mbps download; no login constraints
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspaper via PressReader in lobby. Building retains original 19th-century stone staircase and frescoed ceiling in breakfast room
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop at no charge from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 (€20), after 12:00 charged half night rate
Free luggage room behind reception for same-day storage before check-in or after check-out
Step-free access from street via ramp; lift to all floors. Guest room doors 80 cm wide; accessible room available on ground floor
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio San Sisto, 600 m away, €15/24h. No EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, payable on arrival, waived for children under 12
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs inside the centro storico for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux near Piazza IV Novembre or the train station — poor rates and high fees.
Most shops, restaurants, and hotels accept Visa/Mastercard contactless; smaller bars or market stalls may be cash-only, so keep €20-50 in small notes.
Not expected; for good service at a trattoria, round up the bill by a euro or two. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: no tip needed for standard service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Caffè at the counter in any bar: about €1.10-1.30.
Panino and a drink from a casual rosticceria or pizzeria: about €5-7.
A simple pizza or pasta main in a trattoria: about €10-12.
The area around Piazza Matteotti and Via dei Priori has several takeaways and porchetta stands — popular for a quick lunch.
Conad and Coop are the main supermarket chains in Perugia; look for the smaller Conad City in the historic centre.
For budget shopping, head to Corso Vannucci and its side streets; limited – better to go to the Perugia Centre commerciale on the outskirts for chain stores.
Minimetrò day pass (€2.50) is the cheapest way to cover the hill. From the airport: FlixBus or Sulga bus to Piazza Partigiani (about €5).
Eat lunch at a bar counter rather than sitting down – it's half the price. Buy a local bus pass (€1.50 single) for the few times you need it – walking is free and faster in the centre. Avoid touristy menus in Piazza IV Novembre; walk five minutes off the main square for better value.
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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 Casa della Costa
🕒 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 Casa della Costa?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the internal courtyard. These rooms are quieter, away from street noise, and tend to have better natural light in the afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa della Costa?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor: they have limited privacy and often pick up lobby and street noise. Also skip rooms directly beside the lift shaft on any floor — the old lift mechanism can be clattery.
Is Casa della Costa noisy?
Perugia's central streets are busy with motorbikes, delivery vans, and late-night pedestrian chatter. The hotel's entrance is on a narrow one-way street, so single-glazed windows are likely — earplugs advisable for light sleepers.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa della Costa?
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) offer a glimpse of Perugia's rooftops and the Umbrian hills beyond — more authentic than the street view of parked cars and passing scooters.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa della Costa?
1. The hotel has no on-site parking; ask for directions to the 'Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani' garage (10-min walk, with escalator lift up to the centre) rather than attempting to drive through the ZTL zone. 2. Request a room on a high floor (2nd or 3rd) when booking — they are often quieter and have less dust from the street, and the lift is small but functional.
What time is check-in at Casa della Costa?
Check-in at Casa della Costa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa della Costa have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 20 Mbps download; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa della Costa?
€2.00 per person per night, payable on arrival, waived for children under 12
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa della Costa?
Panino and a drink from a casual rosticceria or pizzeria: about €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa della Costa?
Minimetrò day pass (€2.50) is the cheapest way to cover the hill. From the airport: FlixBus or Sulga bus to Piazza Partigiani (about €5).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
MayJuneSeptember
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.