If you are considering booking one of the boutique hotels in Italy, check out our traveller’s guide to Perugia.
Boutique hotels, Italy - Perugia
Umbria is a fascinating region of Italy with many cultures leaving their mark over the centuries. From venerable cities to hilltop villages, the rich heritage includes monuments from Etruscan times through to the art from the Renaissance period. Staying in one of the boutique hotels Italy is famous for is an ideal way to explore the area. Perugia is a buzzing, bohemian city where you can make the most of the tranquil landscape and enjoy the chic vibe of this university town.
Getting to Perugia
If you are looking into booking boutique hotels in Italy for a romantic break or anniversary, Perugia is located in the landlocked Umbria region. Central Italy's major airports that are close to Perugia are Rome, Pisa and Florence. From here you can reach Perugia easily by train, bus or car. Cheap airlines, including Ryanair and easyJet, are available as well as major airlines such as British Airways. From the UK, Italy is just a couple of hours away by plane.
Go Green
Although booking one of the boutique hotels in Italy doesn't have the same heavy carbon footprint than if you were flying long haul, you can still offset the impact on the environment through organisations like Climate Care – where you can make a financial contribution towards reforestation projects.
What to see
If you are staying in one of Perugia's boutique hotels – Italy is famous for its art and culture, and Perugia is a real treat. At the heart of Umbria, Perugia is enclosed by its Etruscan town walls constructed 22 centuries ago. There are many monuments and museums to soak up in the city, including:
- The basilica of St Dominic
- The National Archaeological Museum of Umbria
- The Piazza del Sopramuro
- The Priors' Palace, the Cathedral and the 13th century fountain adorn one of Italy's most important architectural squares - Piazza IV Novembre.
- The famous panoramic gardens built on the foundations of the Rocca Paolina – a stronghold built by Pope Paul III in 1540.
- The architectural complex of St Francesco with the Oratory of St. Bernardino – a masterpiece by Agostino di Duccio.
It's recommended you visit Perugia for a longer visit to make the most of it rather than a brief day trip – staying in one of the luxury boutique hotels is one way to make the most of this authentic part of Italy.
The Country House Hotel in Perugia, Umbria is a boutique hotel in Italy. With just nine rooms and three suites the hotel features a swimming pool, restaurant and offers massages, riding, tennis and golf nearby. A member of Chic Retreats, the luxurious gracious rooms feature breathtaking views. For more details email info@palazzoterranova.com or telephone: +39 075 857 0083.