Added: 06/21/2006 |
The Best Assisi HotelsRanked with such outstanding Italian attractions as Pompeii, the Colosseum and Venice's canals, Assisi enjoys wide popularity with art connoisseurs, pilgrims and travelers alike who are so fond of Assisi short breaks and longer vacations all-the-year-round. If you are planning a holiday in town from Easter to fall, book at least six month in advance, as all Assisi hotels tend to be overcrowded during this period. The choice of lodging options available in Assisi is really extensive, and, in addition to large chain hotels, visitors can take advantage of smaller one and two-star outfits offering six to ten rooms each. If luxury and comfort is something you can't imagine your holidays without, take advantage of the following Assisi hotels offering everything for relaxing and trouble-free stay: Hotel Alexander, Hotel Fontebella, Hotel Sole, Hotel Subasio and Hotel Umbra.
One of the most beautiful Assisi hotels, Hotel Subasio is the ideal option for those coming to Assisi to enjoy Giotto's frescoes. Constructed close to the basilica in the 1860s, this hotel offers accommodations in the former XVI century palazzo that vary in color scheme, size and decor. Each guest room is filled with antiques and features all of the modern amenities and conveniences. The Umbrian Restaurant is installed in a XIII century vaulted cellar. Other hotel facilities include tour desk, concierge, car rental desk, 24-hour room service, in-room massage, laundry service and babysitting.
Ranked with the oldest, yet charming Assisi hotels, Hotel Umbra was converted from the collection of XIII century houses and is said to combine old-world charm with the modern comforts and conveniences. Most guest rooms offer views over the valley and rooftops, and the hotel itself boasts hidden panoramic terraces. In summer dinners are served on the terrace and in a vine-shaded garden. Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, concierge, bike rental, tour desk, car rental desk, limited room service, laundry service, dry cleaning and babysitting.
Housed in the XVII century palazzo, Hotel Fontebella is another renowned lodge offering its guest spacious rooms fitted with contemporary furnishings done in gold and yellow fabrics. All suites are bi-level and there are quite suitable for families. There are also attractive small rooms with wood beamed ceilings across the alley from the main building. Hotel services and facilities include restaurant, concierge, car rental desk, 24-hour room service, business center, dry cleaning, laundry service and non-smoking rooms.
Alternatively, you may consider Hotel Sole, divided between the two buildings on the town's main road and enjoying wide popularity because of its central location and good price. Most of the d?cor is functionally modern, in light wood or painted yellow metal. The guest rooms in the annex are serviced by the elevator and haven't the XV century palazzo elements found sometimes in the main building. Hotel facilities include restaurant, tour desk, concierge, car rental desk, babysitting and limited room service.
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