Your stay — Tre Ceri
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The Property — Tre Ceri
Tre Ceri is a modest three-star in the historic centre of Perugia, occupying a centuries-old building on the sloping Via dei Priori. The lobby feels like a cross between a university common room and an Umbrian family home: terracotta floors, a few armchairs, a stone staircase that climbs four floors. Rooms are functional and clean, with old-fashioned furniture and views of red-tiled roofs or narrow streets. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be a two-minute walk from Piazza IV Novembre and don't mind dated decor in exchange for location.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was an important Etruscan settlement (Perusia) before becoming a Roman colony and later a fierce medieval commune, building the massive Palazzo dei Priori and the Rocca Paolina fortress. It thrived as a centre of the Umbrian school of painting in the 14th and 15th centuries, producing Perugino (Raphael's teacher). The city fuctions today as a lively university town and regional capital, with a compact historic centre perched on a hill. Its cultural identity is shaped by the annual Umbria Jazz festival (July) and a student population that keeps the bars and piazzas buzzing into the night.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May–June: warm days (22–28°C), low rain, fewer tourists than July–August, the International Journalism Festival in April/May adds buzz.
Peak / festival surge
July: Umbria Jazz (mid-July) packs the city; hotel prices double or triple and rooms sell out months ahead. Also the hottest month, often 30–35°C.
Budget shoulder season
September–October: still warm (20–25°C), smaller crowds, off-peak rates by 30–40%. Harvest season with local food festivals.
Weather & packing
July days are fierce but evenings cool suddenly in the hilltop setting. Pack a lightweight jacket or cardigan for after sunset, plus sturdy walking shoes for steep streets.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Perugia's main square, Piazza IV Novembre, has new pedestrian barriers for summer traffic control; expect detours.
- The Fontana Maggiore is scaffolded for restoration work until late 2026 — the fountain is partly obscured, though the square is still open.
- Umbria Jazz 2026 runs 10–19 July; direct trains from Rome to Perugia are already booking up for those dates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tre Ceri, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get good natural light without street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor overlooking the street — they catch traffic rumble and foot traffic from the bar below. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms on the courtyard side offer a calm, tree-framed view. Street-side rooms look onto the old town’s narrow lanes — charming but noisier.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4, especially rooms at the rear of the building.
🔊 Noise notes
Perugia’s historic centre is pedestrianised but delivery vans and scooters rumble through early. The ground-floor bar/pizzeria has late chatter until midnight. The lift motor hums audibly on floors 2 and 3.
Insider tips
If arriving by car, use the escalators from the underground parcheggio Piazza Partigiani — the hotel is a 5-minute uphill walk. Ask reception for a room key for the hotel’s back gate to skip the bar noise when returning late.
- 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 — Tre Ceri
Free WiFi throughout; average speed around 15 Mbps download. No login required; just accept the hotel's terms.
A small lift serves all three floors (max 3 people). No stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader on the lobby tablet only (not in-room). Physical copies of Corriere dell'Umbria at breakfast.
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00. Early bag-drop from 07:00 (free). Late check-out until 12:00 possible for €20 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage behind reception desk, available 08:00–23:00.
Step-free access from street via a short ramp (moderate gradient) to the front door. Lift fits a standard wheelchair. No accessible bathroom in standard rooms.
No on-site parking. Closest public garage is Parcheggio Piazza dei Partigiani, €18/24h (open 24h, 5-minute walk down escalators). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3 per person per night (up to 5 nights), paid at check-in in cash or card.
Deposit & card hold: A pre-authorisation of €50 per room on a credit card at check-in for incidentals. No advance deposit required for standard bookings.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santa Maria Nuova (202 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: San Francesco della Pace (278 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro (281 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Francesco (302 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Direzionale Prato — 615 m · ~8 min walk
Giardino Caduti di Nassiriya — 377 m · ~5 min walk
Museo Diocesano — 363 m · ~5 min walk
Teatro Romano — 700 m · ~9 min walk
Giochi Bambini — 976 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 168 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia del centro — 87 m · ~1 min walk
La bottega del buongustaio — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at Perugia train station or any tourist kiosk as they mark up badly.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless payments common for small amounts, but keep cash for markets and small cafes.
Not expected; round up the bill at restaurants (€1–2), taxi drivers appreciate a small tip but not required, hotel staff get €1–2 for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter; around €1.00–1.20.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway spot; about €5–7.
Pizza or pasta main in a trattoria; roughly €10–15.
Corso Vannucci and Piazza IV Novembre areas have kiosks and small bakeries selling porchetta panini, pizza slices, and arancini.
Conad, Coop, and Eurospin are the main budget supermarkets.
Via dei Priori and the area around Piazza Matteotti have several mid-range Italian chain stores and independent boutiques.
A single bus ticket (€1.50, valid 75 mins) is the cheapest way around town; from Perugia Airport, take the Minimetro direct to the centre (€1.50).
Buy bus tickets at tabacchi or newsstands, not on board (higher price). Look for the daily or multi-day bus pass if using public transport often. Eat at the university area (near Piazza Università) for cheaper lunch options.
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 Tre Ceri
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 168 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia del centro — 87 m · ~1 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 Tre Ceri?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get good natural light without street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tre Ceri?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor overlooking the street — they catch traffic rumble and foot traffic from the bar below. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Tre Ceri noisy?
Perugia’s historic centre is pedestrianised but delivery vans and scooters rumble through early. The ground-floor bar/pizzeria has late chatter until midnight. The lift motor hums audibly on floors 2 and 3.
Which rooms have the best views at Tre Ceri?
Upper-floor rooms on the courtyard side offer a calm, tree-framed view. Street-side rooms look onto the old town’s narrow lanes — charming but noisier.
What are insider tips for staying at Tre Ceri?
If arriving by car, use the escalators from the underground parcheggio Piazza Partigiani — the hotel is a 5-minute uphill walk. Ask reception for a room key for the hotel’s back gate to skip the bar noise when returning late.
What time is check-in at Tre Ceri?
Check-in at Tre Ceri is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tre Ceri have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; average speed around 15 Mbps download. No login required; just accept the hotel's terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tre Ceri?
€3 per person per night (up to 5 nights), paid at check-in in cash or card.
Where can I eat cheaply near Tre Ceri?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway spot; about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tre Ceri?
A single bus ticket (€1.50, valid 75 mins) is the cheapest way around town; from Perugia Airport, take the Minimetro direct to the centre (€1.50).
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May–June: warm days (22–28°C), low rain, fewer tourists than July–August, the International Journalism Festival in April/May adds buzz.
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.