Your stay — Casal Taccone
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The Property — Casal Taccone
Casal Taccone is a solid three-star in Viterbo’s historic centre — think clean tile floors, a modest lobby with a reception desk that doubles as a bar, and a small internal courtyard where you can sip a coffee. The USP is location: it’s a two-minute walk from Piazza del Plebiscito and the papal palace, so you’re in the medieval thick of it without the frills. This place suits travellers who want a functional base to explore the city’s thermal baths and Etruscan sites, not those seeking boutique design or resort amenities. It feels like a well-kept family-run hotel where the staff point you to the best trattoria without being effusive.
Chronicles of Viterbo
Viterbo grew up as a major Etruscan settlement (Velathri) before being absorbed into the Roman Republic in the 4th century BCE. Its medieval peak came in the 13th century, when it became the seat of the Papal court; the Palazzo dei Papi still looms over the city centre. The historic core is a maze of narrow alleys and piazzas, built from dark volcanic tuff stone, which gives it a brooding, timeless feel. Today, Viterbo is a lively provincial capital known for its preserved medieval quarter, thermal springs at Terme dei Papi, and proximity to the Etruscan necropolis at Tarquinia. Culturally, it straddles a quiet academic life (the University of Tuscia) and a steady trickle of visitors drawn to its papal history and spas.
Best Time to Visit
Full Viterbo guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm without roasting (highs around 25-28°C), fewer tourists than July, and the thermal baths are pleasant in the open air.
Peak / festival surge
July-August: hot (often 32-35°C), crowded with Italians on holiday, hotel prices spike by 30-50%. The main event is the Sant’Angelo fair in late July, but mostly it’s just peak beach-and-bath season.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cool but sunny (15-22°C), big discounts on rooms (often half of peak rates), and the Etruscan ruins are quiet. Pack a jacket for evenings.
Weather & packing
Viterbo sits on a volcanic plateau, so summer nights can drop 10°C from daytime highs — bring a light cardigan for evening piazza walks. Rule: one warm layer per day, no matter the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Viterbo
- The Terme dei Papi thermal complex has extended its summer evening hours (until 10pm) from mid-June, so you can bathe under the stars during your July stay.
- The Palio del Drappiello (a crossbow competition) takes place in Piazza del Plebiscito on 3 July 2026, with medieval costume processions; expect street closures around the square from 4pm.
- Viterbo’s main bus station (via Marconi) has a new digital ticketing system as of June 2026 — buy tickets online via the 'Servizi Viterbo' app to avoid queues at the tobacco shop.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casal Taccone, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the internal courtyard. These are quieter, away from street traffic, and easier to reach since the hotel has no lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street (Viterbo's narrow historic lanes can be noisy with scooters and foot traffic) and any attic rooms (third floor or higher) due to summer heat and walk-up fatigue.
Best views
Rooms on the first or second floor with a courtyard view offer a glimpse of Viterbo's medieval rooftops and a sense of the old town, away from the main street.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (piano primo and secondo) — above street noise, but not too high for stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Viterbo's historic centre has narrow streets; scooters, late-night chatter from bars, and church bells are common. Ground-floor street-facing rooms suffer the most. No lift means stairwell noise from other guests.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, park at the free lot near Porta Romana and walk in — Viterbo's centre is ZTL (restricted traffic zone) and fines are heavy. 2. Ask for a room on the courtyard side at check-in; they're cooler and quieter in summer.
- 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 — Casal Taccone
free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 10 Mbps download; no login or password required (open SSID: 'CasalTaccone'); connection may drop in furthest rooms
no lift — property is a 19th-century rural villa with three floors served only by stairs (no adapted ground-floor rooms)
no digital newsstand; one printed local paper (Il Messaggero) at breakfast buffet; notable building quirk: original wood-beamed ceiling in breakfast room
check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged at 50% of nightly rate (subject to availability)
free for same-day after check-out; stored behind front desk (no locked room; valuables advised on person)
no step-free access — main entrance has two steps; ground floor has one step into the dining room; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom or bedroom
free on-site parking (unreserved, unpaved lot for about 20 cars); no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Riello (€0.50/hour, 1 km away)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.00 per person per night (mandatory, cash or card at check-out; children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: no advance deposit required for standard bookings; credit card imprint or €100 cash hold taken at check-in for incidentals
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Exchange at local banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks in Viterbo as they give poor rates.
Most shops, restaurants and hotels accept Visa/Mastercard contactless; mobile pay is common in larger places, but smaller cafes and some market stalls prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected; round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service in restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A espresso at a bar counter costs around €1-1.20; sitting at a table costs €2-3.
A panino or slice of pizza al taglio from a bakery/rotisserie costs €4-6.
A simple pasta dish in a trattoria or pizzeria costs around €8-12.
Pizza by the slice and porchetta sandwiches from food trucks or bakeries along Via Cavour and near Piazza del Plebiscito are typical cheap eats.
Coop, Conad and Eurospin are common budget supermarket chains in Viterbo.
Via Cavour has affordable high-street chain stores; the Saturday market near Piazza Martiri d'Ungheria has bargain clothing stalls.
A €1.30 single bus ticket gets you around town; the 24-hour pass is €3.50. For the airport, use the regional train from Roma Termini (€13-15) or a Flixbus (€8-12).
Buy a day bus pass if you plan multiple trips – it's cheaper than singles.Eat lunch at bakeries or bars rather than sit-down restaurants – same food, half the price.Visit the free medieval quarter and papal palace instead of paying for pricey tourist attractions.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Viterbo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casal Taccone
🕒 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 →Viterbo city centre (Piazza dei Caduti or Porta Romana) → Agriturismo Le Chiuse
💡 Taxi ranks are at Porta Romana and Piazza dei Caduti. After dark, call Taxi Viterbo (+39 0761 225671) — they'll send one in 10–15 minutes. The agriturismo is off Strada Bagni, near the thermal baths; drivers know it well.
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino Airport (CIA) → Agriturismo Le Chiuse, Strada Bagni 12, Viterbo
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer with a local company like NCC Viterbo (around €120–150 from FCO). Avoid flagging taxis at the airport without a set price — they often charge more.
Rome Termini bus station (via Marsala, opposite the train station) → Viterbo Porta Romana bus stop
💡 Get off at Porta Romana, then take a local bus (line A or 1) or a 15-minute taxi (€10) to the agriturismo. The bus itself doesn't stop near the hotel. Cotral tickets must be bought at tobacconists (tabacchi) before boarding — no cash on board.
Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina → Viterbo Porta Romana railway station
💡 Trains run via Orte and stop at Viterbo Porta Romana, not Viterbo Porta Fiorentina. From Porta Romana, a taxi (€10) is the best bet to the agriturismo — local buses are sparse. Buy tickets at machines in the station; validate before boarding to avoid fines.
About Viterbo
Wikipedia ↗
Viterbo (Italian: [viˈtɛrbo] ; Viterbese: Veterbe; Medieval Latin: Viterbium) is a city and comune (municipality) in the Lazio region of Italy, the capital of the province of Viterbo. It conquered and absorbed the neighboring town of Ferento (see Ferentium) in its early history. It is approximately ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casal Taccone?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the internal courtyard. These are quieter, away from street traffic, and easier to reach since the hotel has no lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casal Taccone?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street (Viterbo's narrow historic lanes can be noisy with scooters and foot traffic) and any attic rooms (third floor or higher) due to summer heat and walk-up fatigue.
Is Casal Taccone noisy?
Viterbo's historic centre has narrow streets; scooters, late-night chatter from bars, and church bells are common. Ground-floor street-facing rooms suffer the most. No lift means stairwell noise from other guests.
Which rooms have the best views at Casal Taccone?
Rooms on the first or second floor with a courtyard view offer a glimpse of Viterbo's medieval rooftops and a sense of the old town, away from the main street.
What are insider tips for staying at Casal Taccone?
1. If you drive, park at the free lot near Porta Romana and walk in — Viterbo's centre is ZTL (restricted traffic zone) and fines are heavy. 2. Ask for a room on the courtyard side at check-in; they're cooler and quieter in summer.
What time is check-in at Casal Taccone?
Check-in at Casal Taccone is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casal Taccone have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi for all guests; average speed 10 Mbps download; no login or password required (open SSID: 'CasalTaccone'); connection may drop in furthest rooms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casal Taccone?
€1.00 per person per night (mandatory, cash or card at check-out; children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casal Taccone?
A panino or slice of pizza al taglio from a bakery/rotisserie costs €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casal Taccone?
A €1.30 single bus ticket gets you around town; the 24-hour pass is €3.50. For the airport, use the regional train from Roma Termini (€13-15) or a Flixbus (€8-12).
When is the best time to visit Viterbo?
May, June, September: warm without roasting (highs around 25-28°C), fewer tourists than July, and the thermal baths are pleasant in the open air.
Top Attractions in Viterbo
💡 Sit at the cafe opposite for a cheap coffee; the morning sun lights the fountain perfectly for photos.
💡 Walk along Via San Pellegrino and duck into the tiny courtyard of the Church of Santa Maria Nuova. The profferli (corbelled stone houses) are best seen from the side streets.
💡 Come in the late afternoon when the sun hits the papal palace facade, and the square empties of tour groups.
💡 Book online at least a day ahead; the English tour runs only twice a day. It costs about €5, but you get a free map of Viterbo with the ticket.
💡 The audioguide costs an extra euro but explains the frescoes and the conclave story well. Skip the ticket if you just want the views from the main square.