Castello Di Monterone, Perugia; Umbria hotel

Castello Di Monterone, Perugia

For a truly memorable holiday in Umbria, you can't beat this sumptuous four-star hotel in an ancient castle in Perugia. On a hilltop between Assisi and the centre of Perugia, the Castello Di Monterone oozes with character. The 18 air-conditioned rooms of this Perugia hotel have beamed ceilings and stone walls and terracotta floors and are furnished in cool, neutral fabrics that complement the decor. They also come with all the facilities you need including an en-suite bathroom (some with a Jacuzzi), satellite television, broadband internet access and a mini bar.

This four-star hotel in Perugia has two lounges to relax in, as well as a spa where you can unwind in the sauna or relax in the Turkish bath or outdoor hot tub. As well as top-quality accommodation, this hotel also serves up high-class cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients in its restaurant, Il Gradale. This Perugia accommodation is also the perfect venue for a business conference, with a range of meeting rooms with video conferencing and internet access available.

Perugia has plenty of attractions to keep you occupied. The 15th-century duomo (cathedral) is home to the Virgin's wedding ring - an agate gem that's contained in no less than 15 interlocking boxes. Art fans should head to the Collegio di Cambio (money exchange) which features some spectacular frescoes considered to be some of artist Perugino's greatest works, while the Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria gives a fascinating insight into how Umbrian paintings developed over the centuries. For picture-perfect views of the whole region, don't miss the Giardini Carducci. Perugia ... a superb base for Umbria holidays you won't forget.

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Double room from €250