Your stay — Relais dell'Olmo
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The Property — Relais dell'Olmo
Relais dell’Olmo sits on a hilltop east of Perugia, a converted 18th-century olive mill with a gravel courtyard and an old stone press still in the hall. The lobby is cool and quiet, with terracotta floors, a few framed botanical prints, and the faint smell of beeswax. It’s a countryside base for a traveller who wants a quiet pool, a good restaurant on site, and an easy drive into Perugia’s historic centre — not a buzzy city hotel, but a grown-up, rural retreat.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was founded by the Umbri tribe, then became a major Etruscan city — the massive Etruscan walls and the well-preserved Porta Marzia gateway still stand. The Romans took over in the 3rd century BC, and after a brutal sack in 40 BC by Octavian, the city rebuilt itself as a medieval commune, leaving a dense core of narrow lanes and steep staircases. Its university, founded in 1308, shaped a intellectual, left-leaning character. Today Perugia is known for its chocolate festival (Eurochocolate) and as a centre of Italian jazz, with the Umbria Jazz Festival drawing thousands each July.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May and June for long, warm days and blooming countryside, plus September for harvest light and fewer crowds after the August rush. Weather is reliably sunny, 23–28°C, without the suffocating humidity of July.
Peak / festival surge
July, driven by the Umbria Jazz Festival (usually mid-July) and general summer tourism. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% above shoulder rates. The city gets crowded around the festival venues and main squares, but the hotel’s hilltop location stays peaceful.
Budget shoulder season
October and early November, when autumn colours hit and hotel rates drop. Weather is cooler (12–20°C) and occasionally rainy, but the olive harvest starts and you get the truffle fairs. April also works, with scattered showers and Easter week sometimes crowded but mostly quiet.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits on a hill at 493 metres, so summer evenings can be 10°C cooler than the valley — a light jacket or cashmere wrap is essential. Pack a compact rain shell even in July: afternoon thunderstorms roll in fast from the Apennines.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Umbria Jazz Festival runs 10–19 July 2026 in central Perugia — book parking at the underground Partigiani lot or use the MiniMetro from Pian di Massiano to avoid road closures.
- The Etruscan Well (Pozzo Etrusco) reopened in late 2025 after a two-year restoration; new walkways let you descend further down the 37-metre-deep shaft.
- Perugia’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced by cameras — if you drive, ensure the hotel provides a permit or park outside the walls (Relais dell’Olmo has free parking, so no issue).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais dell'Olmo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and have a decent view of the hotel's own garden, which is a plus for a 4-star in Perugia.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or breakfast area, as they suffer from early-morning foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also skip rooms overlooking the street (likely Via dell'Olmo or the main road into Perugia) – traffic noise can be intrusive, especially on weekdays.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (2-3) facing the inner courtyard offer the best view of the garden or olive grove (if present). Street-side rooms give a view of the Umbrian hills in the distance, but with traffic noise; for a 4-star, the courtyard is the better bet.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, as they are above street level but below any rooftop machinery (if present). First floor can be okay if facing the courtyard, but second floor is safer.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: street traffic on the access road (Via dell'Olmo), kitchen clatter around 7–9am and 7–9pm, and lift motor if your room is adjacent to the shaft. The hotel is set back a bit, but not fully insulated from road noise – ask for a courtyard-facing room.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room with a balcony or terrace on the second floor overlooking the courtyard – great for evening drinks without traffic hum. 2. If you're driving, the hotel likely has private parking (common for 4-star Perugia hotels) – request a space when booking, as street parking is limited and costly.
- 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 dell'Olmo
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 25 Mbps; no login constraints
One lift serves all three guest floors (ground to third); no stairs-only sections
Free digital access to PressReader (2000+ newspapers) via QR code in room; printed local paper only at breakfast
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop anytime at reception; late check-out until 12:00 for €30, or until 14:00 for €50 (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures
Step-free main entrance and ground-floor common areas; no lift to first-floor restaurant (three steps); two accessible guest rooms with roll-in showers on ground floor
On-site unguarded parking €15 per night (15 spaces); nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Piazza Partigiani' €1.50 per hour, €12 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, for up to 5 nights
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 per stay incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sala del Regno dei Testimoni di Geova (539 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria della Misericordia (634 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Pietro (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: San Cristoforo (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Galleria — 447 m · ~6 min walk
Parco Renato Luigetti — 681 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 806 m · ~10 min walk
Farmacia della Galleria — 451 m · ~6 min walk
Ellera-Corciano — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at a bank or post office for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist exchange bureaux that charge high fees and poor rates.
Most shops, restaurants and hotels accept Visa and Mastercard; contactless and Apple Pay are widely used. Some smaller cafes or markets prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving a euro or two is appreciated. Tip taxi drivers a euro or two; hotel staff are not tipped unless for special service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter costs around €1.10–€1.30; seated service can be double.
A panino or pizza al taglio from a baker or rosticceria costs about €5–€7.
A main course at a trattoria is around €10–€15; a glass of house wine €4–€5.
Porta Sant’Angelo area and Via della Viola have several bakeries and rosticcerie selling pizza, focaccia and porchetta sandwiches for a quick, cheap meal.
Conad, Simply and Lidl are the common budget supermarket chains in Perugia.
The Corso Vannucci and Via dei Priori are the main high street shopping streets with chains like OVS and Zara; the weekly market in Piazza Partigiani sells affordable basics.
A single bus ticket is €1.50 (good for 75 minutes); a day pass is around €3.50. From the airport, the cheapest way is the bus from the airport bus stop to Piazza dei Partigiani (around €5–€6).
1) Buy coffee and lunch at the counter, not the table. 2) Use the bus day pass if you plan more than two rides. 3) Skip dining directly on Corso Vannucci – side streets have the same food for less.
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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 dell'Olmo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 806 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia della Galleria — 451 m · ~6 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 dell'Olmo?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and have a decent view of the hotel's own garden, which is a plus for a 4-star in Perugia.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais dell'Olmo?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or breakfast area, as they suffer from early-morning foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also skip rooms overlooking the street (likely Via dell'Olmo or the main road into Perugia) – traffic noise can be intrusive, especially on weekdays.
Is Relais dell'Olmo noisy?
Main noise sources: street traffic on the access road (Via dell'Olmo), kitchen clatter around 7–9am and 7–9pm, and lift motor if your room is adjacent to the shaft. The hotel is set back a bit, but not fully insulated from road noise – ask for a courtyard-facing room.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais dell'Olmo?
Rooms on the upper floors (2-3) facing the inner courtyard offer the best view of the garden or olive grove (if present). Street-side rooms give a view of the Umbrian hills in the distance, but with traffic noise; for a 4-star, the courtyard is the better bet.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais dell'Olmo?
1. Ask for a room with a balcony or terrace on the second floor overlooking the courtyard – great for evening drinks without traffic hum. 2. If you're driving, the hotel likely has private parking (common for 4-star Perugia hotels) – request a space when booking, as street parking is limited and costly.
What time is check-in at Relais dell'Olmo?
Check-in at Relais dell'Olmo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais dell'Olmo have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 25 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais dell'Olmo?
€3.50 per person per night, for up to 5 nights
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais dell'Olmo?
A panino or pizza al taglio from a baker or rosticceria costs about €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais dell'Olmo?
A single bus ticket is €1.50 (good for 75 minutes); a day pass is around €3.50. From the airport, the cheapest way is the bus from the airport bus stop to Piazza dei Partigiani (around €5–€6).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May and June for long, warm days and blooming countryside, plus September for harvest light and fewer crowds after the August rush. Weather is reliably sunny, 23–28°C, without the suffocating humidity of July.
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.