Your stay — Relais Borgo Spinaro
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The Property — Relais Borgo Spinaro
This is a working farm outside the city walls, not a fussy boutique hotel. The lobby doubles as a reception desk next to the dining room, with stone floors and a big fireplace that's lit on cool evenings. Its USP is the 20-hectare olive grove and the home-cooked Umbrian meals served at communal tables, not room service or a pool. Ideal for drivers who want genuine rural quiet within 15 minutes of Perugia’s historic centre, and who don't mind modest furnishings and limited English.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was a major Etruscan centre (the underground wells and city gates survive), then a fierce medieval comune that fought Assisi and ended up under the Papal States. The Rocca Paolina fortress, built by Pope Paul III in the 1540s after a revolt, was partly demolished in 1860 but its caverns now form a pedestrian escalator from the car parks up to the Piazza IV Novembre. Today it's a university city—the Università per Stranieri draws students from everywhere—and the cultural anchor of Umbria, known for chocolate (Perugina) and the Eurochocolate festival. The 14th-century Fontana Maggiore in the main square still supplies water from Mount Subasio and is the city's architectural heartbeat.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May, June and September: sunny, 22–28°C, long daylight, fewer crowds than July and August, and the Umbrian countryside is green or golden at harvest.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: heat peaks at 33°C+, and Eurochocolate (October) also spikes demand. Prices at Relais Borgo Spinaro can rise 20–30% in August due to Italian holiday season; the Palazzo dei Priori and Galleria Nazionale draw queues.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer 15–22°C, 30–50% lower room rates, and empty streets. April has spring blooms and the Festa di San Costanzo (religious festival); October has olive harvest and the Eurochocolate event, but with cooler evenings.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits at 493m altitude, so summer nights can drop to 14°C even after 30°C days. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for evening dinners outdoors, and comfortable walking shoes for the steep cobbled streets.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- The Minimetrò light-rail system has a stop at Pincetto, a 5-minute walk from the historic centre, but it's suspended for maintenance checks on 3–4 July 2026—check the Umbria Mobilità app for shuttle buses.
- The 'C' area (traffic-limited historic zone) now requires online pre-booking for non-residents; fines doubled in January 2026. If driving from the hotel, park at the Pian di Massiano lots and take the escalator up.
- Eurochocolate 2026 is 16–25 October, so early July is quiet except for the 'Umbria Jazz' spillover—jazz concerts in Perugia's gardens run through early July 2026, check the Arena Santa Giuliana schedule.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais Borgo Spinaro, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor (piano primo or secondo) overlooking the internal courtyard – these are typically quieter and have more natural light than ground-floor rooms.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (piano terra) facing the street – they pick up foot traffic and early morning deliveries. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast room if it opens to the courtyard.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (second or third) facing the hillside or towards the historic centre (ask the front desk on arrival) give a glimpse of Perugia’s landscape and rooftops, but no guaranteed panorama.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (piano primo, secondo) offer the best balance of quiet and accessibility – minimal street noise and the hotel's lift serves both.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is in Perugia, likely on a narrow uphill street – expect some moped and rubbish collection noise early (6-7am) on weekdays. The lift is audible in adjacent rooms when in use, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask the hotel for their preferred parking arrangement – many 3-star hotels in Perugia have a garage or valet service that avoids the ZTL (limited traffic zone). 2. Request a room with a view upon booking (not at check-in) – they often have a few side rooms with better outlooks than standard doubles.
- 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 — Relais Borgo Spinaro
free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed ~30 Mbps; no login required (open network)
no lift; all rooms on ground floor or first floor via stairs; no historic wing restrictions
no digital newsstand or physical papers provided
check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag-drop permitted from noon (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 for €25 (request at reception)
free luggage storage after check-out; kept in locked reception office
no step-free access to main entrance (two steps); no wheelchair-accessible rooms; ground-floor rooms available by request
free on-site parking (unreserved, gravel lot); nearest public parking is free along Strada della Fornace; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night for 2026; children under 14 exempt
Deposit & card hold: first night's rate charged at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parrocchiale di San Lorenzo di Lerchi (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Archeologia Arborea — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
alimentari — 583 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Exchange money at banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange desks as they charge poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common for smaller amounts.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up the bill in restaurants for good service, leave a euro or two for hotel staff, taxis don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A espresso at a bar counter costs around €1.00-€1.20; cappuccino slightly more, about €1.30-€1.50.
A panino or pizza slice from a bakery or rosticceria with a drink costs around €5-€8.
A la carte main course at a trattoria or pizzeria ranges from €10-€15.
Look for rosticcerie and bakeries in the historic centre near Piazza IV Novembre for cheap pizza, porchetta panini, and fried street snacks like olive ascolane.
Common budget supermarkets are Conad, Lidl, and Penny Market.
Affordable shopping is on Corso Vannucci and side streets: brands like OVS, Zara, and local independent boutiques under €50.
The cheapest way around town is walking; for inter-area bus travel, buy a single ticket (€1.50) or a day pass (€3.50) from tabacchi. From Perugia airport, take the direct bus (€5 one way) or the cheaper local bus with a transfer.
Eat lunch at a supermarket's prepared food section for savings; fill water bottles at public fountains (nasoni) around the historic centre; visit lesser-known museums like the Palazzo dei Priori on afternoons when many sights offer reduced entry.
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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 Relais Borgo Spinaro
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~23 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 Relais Borgo Spinaro?
Request a room on the first or second floor (piano primo or secondo) overlooking the internal courtyard – these are typically quieter and have more natural light than ground-floor rooms.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais Borgo Spinaro?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (piano terra) facing the street – they pick up foot traffic and early morning deliveries. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast room if it opens to the courtyard.
Is Relais Borgo Spinaro noisy?
The hotel is in Perugia, likely on a narrow uphill street – expect some moped and rubbish collection noise early (6-7am) on weekdays. The lift is audible in adjacent rooms when in use, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais Borgo Spinaro?
Rooms on the upper floors (second or third) facing the hillside or towards the historic centre (ask the front desk on arrival) give a glimpse of Perugia’s landscape and rooftops, but no guaranteed panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais Borgo Spinaro?
1. If arriving by car, ask the hotel for their preferred parking arrangement – many 3-star hotels in Perugia have a garage or valet service that avoids the ZTL (limited traffic zone). 2. Request a room with a view upon booking (not at check-in) – they often have a few side rooms with better outlooks than standard doubles.
What time is check-in at Relais Borgo Spinaro?
Check-in at Relais Borgo Spinaro is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais Borgo Spinaro have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed ~30 Mbps; no login required (open network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais Borgo Spinaro?
€3.50 per person per night for 2026; children under 14 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais Borgo Spinaro?
A panino or pizza slice from a bakery or rosticceria with a drink costs around €5-€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais Borgo Spinaro?
The cheapest way around town is walking; for inter-area bus travel, buy a single ticket (€1.50) or a day pass (€3.50) from tabacchi. From Perugia airport, take the direct bus (€5 one way) or the cheaper local bus with a transfer.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May, June and September: sunny, 22–28°C, long daylight, fewer crowds than July and August, and the Umbrian countryside is green or golden at harvest.
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.