Your stay — La Terrazza
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The Property — La Terrazza
La Terrazza is a straightforward 3-star hotel on a quiet side street near Perugia’s 11th-century walls, its main draw the rooftop terrace with views across the Umbrian valley to Assisi. The lobby is compact and tiled, more functional than fashionable, but the staff are direct and helpful. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location and a proper breakfast (cold cuts, local cheese, pastries) over frills. Good for a 1–2 night base to walk the historic centre, but not a destination in itself.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was founded by the Etruscans as Perusia, and the massive Etruscan walls still carve through the modern city centre, notably around the Arco Etrusco. Under Rome it became a prosperous colony, then a fiercely independent medieval commune, as seen in the Palazzo dei Priori and the Fontana Maggiore. The Rocca Paolina fortress, built by Pope Paul III in the 1540s, was largely demolished by locals in 1848, and its subterranean levels now form a dramatic pedestrian tunnel. The University of Perugia (founded 1308) and the foreigner-oriented Università per Stranieri give the city a young, international buzz, balancing its deep medieval core with lively bar and student culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May and September: warm, settled weather (18–26°C), blue skies, and significantly fewer tourists than July–August. June works too, but midsummer heat can build by late month.
Peak / festival surge
July, especially around the Umbria Jazz festival (typically second half of month), and early October during Eurochocolate. Hotel prices jump 30–50% in these periods; advance booking essential.
Budget shoulder season
April, October (post-Eurochocolate), and early November: milder weather (10–20°C), cheaper rooms (often 20–30% off summer rates), and quieter streets. Risk of rain, especially November.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits at 493 metres, so summer evenings can drop to 14°C even after 30°C days. Pack a lightweight jacket or cardigan for dinner on the terrace, and comfortable walking shoes for the steep alleys and staircases.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Perugia's mini-metro (Minimetrò) is running normally; check for summer maintenance closures on line serve Pian di Massiano to the historic centre.
- The Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria at Palazzo dei Priori now requires timed online booking in peak months to manage visitor numbers.
- Several restaurants around Piazza IV Novembre have introduced a small cover charge (€1–2) on outdoor tables for summer 2026, common in Umbrian cities.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Terrazza, 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 inner courtyard. The upper floors reduce street-level noise from Via XX Settembre, and the courtyard side avoids traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street: Via XX Settembre carries local traffic and pedestrian noise. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift on any floor because the single lift can creak or ding.
Best views
The front-facing upper floors (third or fourth) look out onto a busy urban street with typical Perugia stone buildings – decent cityscape but not panoramic. Side or rear views are private courtyards.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are quietest; the lift serves all floors equally, but height cuts street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Via XX Settembre is a main access road in Perugia’s historic centre – expect moped, bus, and delivery van noise from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor side ramp entrance may cause door thuds if busy.
Insider tips
1. Park at Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani (€15 overnight) and walk 500m uphill – ask the hotel for a map of the shortest route (avoid the steep stairs). 2. The free Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) is fine for messaging but pay the €5 premium if you need to stream or do video calls – the upgrade makes a real difference.
- 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 — La Terrazza
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium upgrade €5/day for 20 Mbps; no login constraints
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; complimentary print of La Nazione available at breakfast (limited copies). The building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original stone staircase retained as fire escape
Standard check-in 14:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 13:00 for €30 (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; locked room available
Step-free access via side ramp to lobby; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift to all floors; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public garage Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani (€1.50/hour, €15 overnight 19:00-09:00) 500m walk; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (mandatory, ages 14+)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of one night's stay required; at check-in, a €100 incidental hold on credit card
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at any bank or Poste Italiane; avoid airport and tourist exchange bureaux that give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops, trattorias, and supermarkets; smaller cafés and market stalls prefer cash; contactless and phone payments common.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants, leave a coin or two for coffee, and round up taxi fares to the nearest euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or cappuccino at a bar (al banco) costs around €1.10-1.30.
A sandwich or pizza al taglio from a panificio or rosticceria, €5-8.
A primo (pasta) or secondo (meat/fish) at a modest trattoria, €12-15 for a main.
Porta Sant'Angelo and Corso Cavour have several cheap-eat spots; the Wednesday and Saturday morning market on Via G. Bruno is good for takeaway snacks.
Coop, Conad, and Lidl are common in the area.
Via della Canapina and Via Fani have affordable chain stores; the Thursday morning market at Piazza Partigiani sells clothes and accessories.
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €3.50; from the airport take the ACAP-SULGA bus to Piazza Partigiani for about €5.
Eat at the market stalls or panifici for lunch instead of sit-down restaurants; buy a bus carnet of multiple tickets to save per ride; enjoy free cultural sites like the Rocca Paolina escalator and public stairways with city views.
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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 La Terrazza
🕒 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 La Terrazza?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. The upper floors reduce street-level noise from Via XX Settembre, and the courtyard side avoids traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Terrazza?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street: Via XX Settembre carries local traffic and pedestrian noise. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift on any floor because the single lift can creak or ding.
Is La Terrazza noisy?
Via XX Settembre is a main access road in Perugia’s historic centre – expect moped, bus, and delivery van noise from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor side ramp entrance may cause door thuds if busy.
Which rooms have the best views at La Terrazza?
The front-facing upper floors (third or fourth) look out onto a busy urban street with typical Perugia stone buildings – decent cityscape but not panoramic. Side or rear views are private courtyards.
What are insider tips for staying at La Terrazza?
1. Park at Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani (€15 overnight) and walk 500m uphill – ask the hotel for a map of the shortest route (avoid the steep stairs). 2. The free Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) is fine for messaging but pay the €5 premium if you need to stream or do video calls – the upgrade makes a real difference.
What time is check-in at La Terrazza?
Check-in at La Terrazza is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Terrazza have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium upgrade €5/day for 20 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Terrazza?
€2 per person per night (mandatory, ages 14+)
Where can I eat cheaply near La Terrazza?
A sandwich or pizza al taglio from a panificio or rosticceria, €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Terrazza?
Bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) costs about €3.50; from the airport take the ACAP-SULGA bus to Piazza Partigiani for about €5.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May and September: warm, settled weather (18–26°C), blue skies, and significantly fewer tourists than July–August. June works too, but midsummer heat can build by late month.
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.