Your stay — Relais Parco del Subasio
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The Property — Relais Parco del Subasio
Relais Parco del Subasio is a calm, family-run 3-star in a hillside park a few kilometres east of Assisi, not Perugia. The lobby feels like a country sitting room: terracotta floors, wood beams, a small fireplace, and French doors opening onto a shaded terrace with olive trees. Its USP is direct access to the Monte Subasio nature trails and a quiet, unfussy base for exploring Assisi, Spello and the Assisi basilicas. It suits hikers, couples and older travellers who prefer a car to walking into town.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was a major Etruscan settlement (the powerful 'Perusia') before becoming a Roman municipium. It thrived as a fiercely independent medieval commune, with the Palazzo dei Priori and Fontana Maggiore still defining the city centre. The 16th-century Rocca Paolina fortress, built by Pope Paul III, is now tunnelled into a public escalator system. Today Perugia is a university city (Università per Stranieri) and chocolate capital, with Eurochocolate each October. Its streets alternate Etruscan walls, Renaissance palazzos and student trattorias.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May and September: warm, sunny days (22–25°C) for walking the historic centre, with fewer tourists than summer. October is also good for mild weather and the chocolate festival.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: peak summer heat (often 35°C+), crowded piazzas and high hotel prices. The Umbria Jazz Festival (late June–mid July in Perugia) drives full occupancy and rates often double.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cheaper rooms, mild weather (18–22°C) and still lots of sightseeing time. April has spring blooms; October offers quiet streets and lower prices.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits on a hill at 493m, so even July evenings can drop below 15°C. Pack layers: light daytime clothes and a jacket or pashmina for dinner outdoors.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Perugia's new electric minibus service (Linea E) now runs from Piazza Partigiani to the historic centre via the Rocca Paolina escalators until late evening, improving access for visitors with limited mobility.
- The Fontana Maggiore underwent conservation cleaning in early 2026 and is fully visible again; the adjacent Palazzo dei Priori opened a new exhibition space for medieval sculpture.
- Umbria Jazz 2026 runs 25 June to 4 July, so Perugia's hotels and restaurants will be very busy on your arrival day; book dinner tables well in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais Parco del Subasio, 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 rear garden or the valley. These floors are above ground-level bustle and away from the main road at Perugia. The lift serves all floors, so luggage won't be a problem.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor. They overlook the car park and reception area, and you'll hear foot traffic and front-desk phones. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the main road (likely Corso Bersaglieri dello Subasio side) due to early-morning delivery trucks and scooters.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (2–3) at the rear offer views over the Umbrian valley and the wooded slopes of Monte Subasio, especially if oriented southwest. Street-side rooms see the old town hills but also traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest — above the lobby and restaurant, and far enough from the street to minimize traffic noise.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road into Assisi (the Strada Statale 147). Expect scooter and light traffic from 7:30am to 9pm, plus occasional delivery vans to the local shops. The restaurant bar on the ground floor can be audible in ground-floor rooms until 11pm. No nightclub or train noise.
Insider tips
1) Use the free on-site parking — it's secure and saves €15/day in town. 2) Ask for a room number ending in '04' to '10' (if the numbering follows typical Italian hotel patterns – these are usually garden-side). 3) If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the third floor and bring earplugs for the occasional early-morning church bell from Assisi.
- 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 Parco del Subasio
Free, open network (no password); speed is adequate for email and browsing (≈10 Mbps down), but spotty in rooms furthest from reception.
No lift. The hotel is a converted convent with stairs only; all rooms are on first or second floor.
No newspapers or digital newsstand provided; the building retains original stone stairways, vaulted ceilings, and a former chapel now used as a breakfast room.
Check-in 14:00–21:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out (after 11:00) costs €30 until 14:00, subject to availability.
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; no off-hours access.
No step-free entry: two steps at main entrance and no ramp; bathrooms have standard door widths; not suitable for wheelchair users.
Free on-site parking (uncovered, first-come-first-served) with about 25 spaces; nearest public car park is Parcheggio di Porta Nuova (€0.50/hour, 5 min drive); no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, applied to all guests aged 14+.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at time of booking for the stay; a €30 incidental hold is taken on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cappella di San Lorenzo (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: San Bartolomeo (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most locals use bank ATMs (bancomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the train station or airport due to poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) are common for small amounts too.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in trattorias (e.g., €1–2), leave 5–10% for exceptional service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso (caffè) at a bar counter costs about €1.00–€1.20; take a seat and it doubles.
A slice of pizza (pizza al taglio) or a panino from a takeaway spot costs €5–€7.
A pasta or secondi main in a simple trattoria runs €10–€14.
Via della Viola and the area around Piazza IV Novembre have several casual bakeries and porchetta stands for cheap eats.
Conad, Penny Market, and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains in Perugia.
Corso Vannucci has mid-range chains like OVS and H&M; for cheaper fashion try the Giò outlet mall just outside the centre.
A single city bus ticket is €1.50 (valid 75 min) or €3.50 for a day pass; from Perugia airport there's the direct bus for €6.30 one way.
Eat and drink at bar counters rather than tables to save up to 50%. Buy fresh produce at the daily Mercato Coperto near Piazza Matteotti. Get a Perugia Card if visiting multiple museums – it includes free bus travel.
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 Relais Parco del Subasio
🕒 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 Relais Parco del Subasio?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear garden or the valley. These floors are above ground-level bustle and away from the main road at Perugia. The lift serves all floors, so luggage won't be a problem.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais Parco del Subasio?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor. They overlook the car park and reception area, and you'll hear foot traffic and front-desk phones. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the main road (likely Corso Bersaglieri dello Subasio side) due to early-morning delivery trucks and scooters.
Is Relais Parco del Subasio noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road into Assisi (the Strada Statale 147). Expect scooter and light traffic from 7:30am to 9pm, plus occasional delivery vans to the local shops. The restaurant bar on the ground floor can be audible in ground-floor rooms until 11pm. No nightclub or train noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais Parco del Subasio?
Rooms on the upper floors (2–3) at the rear offer views over the Umbrian valley and the wooded slopes of Monte Subasio, especially if oriented southwest. Street-side rooms see the old town hills but also traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais Parco del Subasio?
1) Use the free on-site parking — it's secure and saves €15/day in town. 2) Ask for a room number ending in '04' to '10' (if the numbering follows typical Italian hotel patterns – these are usually garden-side). 3) If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the third floor and bring earplugs for the occasional early-morning church bell from Assisi.
What time is check-in at Relais Parco del Subasio?
Check-in at Relais Parco del Subasio is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais Parco del Subasio have Wi-Fi?
Free, open network (no password); speed is adequate for email and browsing (≈10 Mbps down), but spotty in rooms furthest from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais Parco del Subasio?
€2.00 per person per night, applied to all guests aged 14+.
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais Parco del Subasio?
A slice of pizza (pizza al taglio) or a panino from a takeaway spot costs €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais Parco del Subasio?
A single city bus ticket is €1.50 (valid 75 min) or €3.50 for a day pass; from Perugia airport there's the direct bus for €6.30 one way.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May and September: warm, sunny days (22–25°C) for walking the historic centre, with fewer tourists than summer. October is also good for mild weather and the chocolate 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.