Your stay — Cascia
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The Property — Cascia
The Hotel Cascia is a straightforward three-star on a quiet side street just off Perugia's main Corso Vannucci. It's clean and functional with a small lobby that smells of coffee and floor polish, and a rooftop terrace where you can eat breakfast looking at the cathedral dome. This isn't a boutique or character-heavy place; it's for the traveller who values a decent bed, central location and reliable value over design flourish. Suits solo visitors, couples on a budget, or anyone using Perugia as a base for day trips across Umbria.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was an important Etruscan settlement called Perusia before Rome absorbed it in the 3rd century BCE. Its medieval peak came in the 13th and 14th centuries when it built the Palazzo dei Priori and the Fontana Maggiore, dominating central Umbria through trade and conflict with Assisi. The city was folded into the Papal States from the 16th century until Italian unification, then later became famous as the home of Perugina chocolates and the University for Foreigners. Today's Perugia balances a student buzz with a fortified hilltop atmosphere, its Etruscan and Renaissance layers visible in stacked stone and arched alleyways.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm enough for outdoor piazzas, limited rain, and crowds are thin outside EuroChocolate and the Umbria Jazz Festival.
Peak / festival surge
July peaks with the Umbria Jazz Festival (early to mid-July) and the tail end of the academic year. Hotel prices jump 20-30% and the Corso Vannucci gets shoulder-to-shoulder after sunset.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and early October offer mild weather, fewer tourists and lower rates; October also hosts EuroChocolate, which brings crowds again but is worth joining.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits 500 metres up, so summer evenings cool down sharply even after 30°C afternoons. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for the rooftop breakfast and walks after dark.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- The main escalator link from Piazza Partigiani (bus terminal) to the historic centre is undergoing scheduled maintenance through July 2026, with occasional closures; check the Minimetrò light rail or local bus detours on the APM Perugia website.
- Palazzo della Penna will reopen its contemporary art wing in early July after a renovation delay, adding a major new exhibition space off Corso Vannucci.
- Summer Saturday markets on Via del Cassero run extended hours until 8pm from late June, selling local ceramics and produce, but watch for pickpockets on packed routes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cascia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard. These floors are above street-level noise and the courtyard buffers traffic sounds from the front. Higher floors also have better daylight.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those directly overlooking the street (Perugia's main through-road). First-floor rooms pick up foot traffic and any early-morning delivery noise from the adjacent alley. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift motor hums.
Best views
Ask for a front-facing room on floor 4 or 5 — you'll see across the rooftops toward the Perugia hills. Left-side rooms catch morning sun and a sliver of the cathedral dome.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest. The building typically has five floors; lower floors catch street noise, top floor can trap heat and hear roof equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Cascia's frontage is on a semi-busy city street with scooters and delivery vans from 7am to 8pm. The internal courtyard is quieter but may get echo from other guests. Avoid rooms above the main entrance — door slams travel upward.
Insider tips
1) Park in the nearby public garage (Via XX Settembre) — the hotel has no dedicated parking and street parking is for residents only. 2) Request a room with a mini-fridge if you're staying more than two nights — some rooms lack them and you'll want cold water in summer.
- 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 — Cascia
Free WiFi throughout property, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required for lobby; guest room has password on card
One lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers, digital or print; no PressReader or similar service
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 at no extra cost; late check-out until 12:00 (fee €30, subject to availability)
Complimentary luggage storage at reception during your stay or after check-out until 18:00
No step-free entrance – a single step at main door; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift is standard size
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani (€1.50/hour, €15/night). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required with €100 incidental hold on check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Francesco (199 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Sala della Pace (259 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant`Emidio Martire (283 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Penitenzieria (375 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Palazzo Santi (Museo Municipale) — 283 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Parafarmacia — 65 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in central Perugia; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station, which give poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; American Express less common. Contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay are standard for small amounts.
Tipping not expected; rounding up the bill or leaving a few euros for good service is appreciated. Taxi drivers round up to next euro; hotel staff get €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a stand-up bar costs around €1-1.20; sitting at a table doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery or takeaway place costs €5-7.
A main course at a modest trattoria or osteria is about €10-14.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) and porchetta sandwiches from food trucks or bakeries near Piazza IV Novembre and Corso Vannucci.
Conad, Pam, and Coop are common budget supermarket chains in the area.
Outlets at the mall near the train station, or market stalls (especially on weekends) for basic clothing and accessories.
A single bus ticket (€1.50, valid 75 minutes) is cheapest; day pass €3.50. From Perugia airport, the bus shuttle to town costs €5 one way.
Eat at lunchtime when fixed-price menus are cheaper than dinner; buy water at supermarkets (€0.50) instead of cafés; walk everywhere in the historic centre to avoid bus fares.
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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 Cascia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Parafarmacia — 65 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 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 Cascia?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard. These floors are above street-level noise and the courtyard buffers traffic sounds from the front. Higher floors also have better daylight.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cascia?
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those directly overlooking the street (Perugia's main through-road). First-floor rooms pick up foot traffic and any early-morning delivery noise from the adjacent alley. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift motor hums.
Is Cascia noisy?
Cascia's frontage is on a semi-busy city street with scooters and delivery vans from 7am to 8pm. The internal courtyard is quieter but may get echo from other guests. Avoid rooms above the main entrance — door slams travel upward.
Which rooms have the best views at Cascia?
Ask for a front-facing room on floor 4 or 5 — you'll see across the rooftops toward the Perugia hills. Left-side rooms catch morning sun and a sliver of the cathedral dome.
What are insider tips for staying at Cascia?
1) Park in the nearby public garage (Via XX Settembre) — the hotel has no dedicated parking and street parking is for residents only. 2) Request a room with a mini-fridge if you're staying more than two nights — some rooms lack them and you'll want cold water in summer.
What time is check-in at Cascia?
Check-in at Cascia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cascia have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout property, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required for lobby; guest room has password on card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cascia?
€2.00 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Cascia?
A panino or slice of pizza from a bakery or takeaway place costs €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cascia?
A single bus ticket (€1.50, valid 75 minutes) is cheapest; day pass €3.50. From Perugia airport, the bus shuttle to town costs €5 one way.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June and September: warm enough for outdoor piazzas, limited rain, and crowds are thin outside EuroChocolate and the Umbria Jazz Festival.
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.