Your stay — Il Cacciatore Albergo
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The Property — Il Cacciatore Albergo
Il Cacciatore sits on a quiet side street just inside Perugia's medieval walls. The lobby is tiled in worn terracotta, with a brass bell on the front desk and a faint smell of espresso and floor wax. It's an honest three-star: clean, functional, and run by the same family for forty years. Best for travellers who want a solid base inside the old town without paying for frills.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was an Etruscan stronghold before Rome absorbed it in the 3rd century BC, and the massive Etruscan walls still cut through the modern street plan. In the Middle Ages it fought rival Assisi and defied papal authority, building the Palazzo dei Priori and its Collegio del Cambio frescoes as symbols of civic pride. The university, founded in 1308, keeps the centre young and noisy. Today it's a regional capital of Umbria, famous for chocolate (Eurochocolate festival in October) and jazz (Umbria Jazz in July).
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm days, low rainfall, fewer tourists than July–August. The countryside is green, and the city feels open.
Peak / festival surge
July is high season, driven by Umbria Jazz (mid-July) which brings crowds and street concerts. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% from June. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cooler, cheaper rooms, quieter streets. Spring can be rainy; autumn has the chocolate festival but lighter crowds.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits on a 500m hill, so summer evenings cool off sharply—often 10–15°C cooler than the day. Pack a light jacket or sweater for dinner and walks after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Umbria Jazz 2026 runs 10–19 July; Perugia's centre will be packed and pedestrianised from 9pm, so expect noise and limited parking near Il Cacciatore.
- The Minimetrò (automated cable car) from Pian di Massiano to the old town will be operating normally; it's the easiest way to avoid driving into the ZTL (limited traffic zone).
- Construction on Piazza Matteotti's underground car park is now finished, adding 200 spaces—useful if you arrive by car, but check you're not entering the ZTL first.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Il Cacciatore Albergo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard. These are furthest from the street and less likely to catch early-morning traffic noise from Perugia's narrow lanes.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor overlooking the street — the hotel sits on a central road in Perugia's historic centre, so street noise from scooters, deliveries and pedestrians can carry well into the night. Also steer clear of any room directly above the lift shaft (ends of corridors on every floor) as the motor hum is audible at night in a 3-star build.
Best views
Rooms facing the courtyard offer a quiet outlook onto the hotel's small garden or inner walls — no traffic, just the odd guest conversation. Street-facing rooms on the 3rd-4th floors might catch a slice of Perugia's rooftops and the occasional glimpse of the hills beyond, but trade that view for noise.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors (if the building has a standard 4-5 floor layout typical of Perugia's stone hotels). Ask for 'piano secondo' or 'piano terzo' when booking.
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia's historic centre is compact, so street traffic (scooters, small cars, delivery vans) is a constant from about 7am to 10pm. The hotel's entrance is on a pedestrian-friendly lane that still sees early-morning rubbish collection and late-night bar-goers. Lift machinery in a 3-star is rarely soundproofed.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask the hotel for directions to the 'Parcheggio di Piazza dei Partigiani' — it's the closest public garage to Il Cacciatore and saves you the hassle of Perugia's limited on-street parking. 2. Request a room with a fan in summer — 3-star stone hotels in Umbria can trap heat, and many rooms lack air-con.
- 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 — Il Cacciatore Albergo
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps download, no login required
Small lift serves all guest floors (1st-3rd); no lift to basement breakfast room (one flight of stairs)
No daily newspapers; free digital access to Italy's main newspaper via QR code in lobby. Hotel is a converted 15th-century palazzo with original stone staircase and frescoed ceilings.
Check-in 14:00-22:00; late check-in by prior arrangement. Early bag drop available. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €25, until 14:00 costs €50, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures
No step-free access to main entrance (2 steps). Lift is narrow (65 cm door width) – may not accommodate larger wheelchairs. No adapted guest rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest garage: Garage Centrico, Piazzale Kennedy, 5 min walk, €18 per 24h. No EV charging on site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night for up to 5 consecutive nights
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cappella Tega (78 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria Maggiore (83 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Ventura (119 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Andrea (162 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Villa Fidelia — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Pinacoteca — 94 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Subasio — 607 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 347 m · ~4 min walk
Parafarmacia - Sanitaria - Erborist. — 225 m · ~3 min walk
Il Contadino dell'Umbria — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Spello — 791 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Perugia station and airport for poor rates.
Most shops, restaurants and supermarkets take contactless cards; smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service – no percentage rule.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter – about €1.10.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a forno or bar – around €5-€7.
Pasta or pizza in a trattoria out of the historic centre – main course around €10-€12.
Piazza IV Novembre and Via Mazzini have stalls and bakeries selling porchetta sandwiches and pizza by the slice.
Conad, Coop and Lidl are common supermarkets across the area.
Corso Vannucci and Via dei Priori have mainstream Italian chains (OVS, Kiabi, Terranova); markets near Piazza Matteotti on weekends.
Local bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) is around €3.60; from the airport take the Minimetrò or bus into centre for about €2.00.
Eat antica (set lunch menu) at trattorias; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist corner shops; get the Perugia City Card for free bus and discounts.
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 Il Cacciatore Albergo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 347 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Parafarmacia - Sanitaria - Erborist. — 225 m · ~3 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).
About Perugia
Wikipedia ↗
Perugia ( pə-ROO-jə, US also -jee-ə, pay-; Italian: [peˈruːdʒa] ; Latin: Perusia) is the capital city of Umbria and the province of Perugia in Central Italy, crossed by the River Tiber. The city is located about 164 km (102 mi) north of Rome and 148 km (92 mi) southeast of Florence. It covers a hi...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard. These are furthest from the street and less likely to catch early-morning traffic noise from Perugia's narrow lanes.
Which rooms should I avoid at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor overlooking the street — the hotel sits on a central road in Perugia's historic centre, so street noise from scooters, deliveries and pedestrians can carry well into the night. Also steer clear of any room directly above the lift shaft (ends of corridors on every floor) as the motor hum is audible at night in a 3-star build.
Is Il Cacciatore Albergo noisy?
Perugia's historic centre is compact, so street traffic (scooters, small cars, delivery vans) is a constant from about 7am to 10pm. The hotel's entrance is on a pedestrian-friendly lane that still sees early-morning rubbish collection and late-night bar-goers. Lift machinery in a 3-star is rarely soundproofed.
Which rooms have the best views at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Rooms facing the courtyard offer a quiet outlook onto the hotel's small garden or inner walls — no traffic, just the odd guest conversation. Street-facing rooms on the 3rd-4th floors might catch a slice of Perugia's rooftops and the occasional glimpse of the hills beyond, but trade that view for noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
1. If you're driving, ask the hotel for directions to the 'Parcheggio di Piazza dei Partigiani' — it's the closest public garage to Il Cacciatore and saves you the hassle of Perugia's limited on-street parking. 2. Request a room with a fan in summer — 3-star stone hotels in Umbria can trap heat, and many rooms lack air-con.
What time is check-in at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Check-in at Il Cacciatore Albergo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Il Cacciatore Albergo have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps download, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Cacciatore Albergo?
€2.00 per person per night for up to 5 consecutive nights
Where can I eat cheaply near Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a forno or bar – around €5-€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Cacciatore Albergo?
Local bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) is around €3.60; from the airport take the Minimetrò or bus into centre for about €2.00.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June, September: warm days, low rainfall, fewer tourists than July–August. The countryside is green, and the city feels open.
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.