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A central Assisi base for travelers who want the basilicas, stone lanes and evening atmosphere within walking distance.
At a glance
A central Assisi base for travelers who want the basilicas, stone lanes and evening atmosphere within walking distance.
The property name, area and listed highlights were checked on Expedia on 13 October 2026. Facilities, availability and conditions can change; verify them on the booking page before reserving.
Why it made our Umbria shortlist
Its position in Assisi’s historic center makes it a practical choice for a culture-focused visit, especially for travelers planning to explore the hill town on foot.
Best for
- First-time visitors to Assisi
- Couples and culture-focused travelers
- Short stays without a car
Check before booking
- Confirm the exact room type and outlook
- Ask about access and luggage arrangements in the historic center
- Review current breakfast and cancellation terms
Editorial note: Italy2Love has not independently inspected this accommodation. Our description is a travel-planning summary, not a guarantee of amenities or service.
Where Hotel Il Palazzo is, and why the location matters
Hotel Il Palazzo occupies the left wing of Palazzo Bartocci Fontana, a 16th-century building at Via San Francesco 8 in Assisi’s historic center. The street is the main walking route to the Basilica of Saint Francis, and the hotel sits roughly halfway between the basilica and the main piazza (town square): the basilica is about an 8-minute walk (700 m / 770 yards) and Piazza del Comune about 5 minutes (500 m / 550 yards).
It is small, with 12 rooms and an official 3-star rating, and the details reflect the building: parquet floors, frescoed ceilings in the suites, and a buffet breakfast under vaulted stone ceilings. Third-floor rooms look over the rooftops and the Umbria Valley, and there is an elevator. Booking platforms do not list parking, so ask the hotel before arriving by car.
Getting there
- From Perugia Airport (PEG): Sant’Egidio is about a 42-minute drive as listed. An airport shuttle runs at €60 per vehicle, one way (listed October 2026).
- By train: listings name Cannara station, about a 23-minute drive; plan a taxi or transfer up to the old town.
- By car: parking is not listed, so confirm options with the hotel first.
- Arrival times: check-in runs from 2:30 to 10:00 p.m.; late check-in until 2:00 a.m. costs €100 (listed October 2026).
Rooms and facilities at a glance
Facilities as listed on booking platforms on October 20, 2026. They can change, so check the property page before you reserve.
Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere
A good fit if you want to walk to the Basilica of Saint Francis early or late in the day, like sleeping in a historic palace, or travel with young children, since free cots and a playground are listed.
Look elsewhere if you need guaranteed parking, are arriving after 10:00 p.m., or want dinner on site, as there is no restaurant. Breakfast is listed as an extra charge, and the single rooms are small at 10 sq m (110 sq ft).
What to do from Assisi
- Reach the Temple of Minerva in about a 4-minute walk and the Cathedral of San Rufino in about 8 minutes (700 m / 770 yards).
- Walk about 10 minutes (900 m / 0.6 miles) to the Basilica of Santa Chiara.
- Build Assisi into an Umbria itinerary or a day trip from Perugia.
- Staying in Perugia instead? Compare Hotel Priori Secret Garden.
- More from our guides: Things to Do in Perugia, Assisi Day Trip from Rome or Florence and Best Tours in Perugia.
Keep planning: Hotel Posta – Palazzo Guidoni in Orvieto.
FAQ
How far is Hotel Il Palazzo from the Basilica of Saint Francis?
About an 8-minute walk (700 m / 770 yards) along Via San Francesco.
Is Hotel Il Palazzo a historic building?
Yes. It occupies the left wing of Palazzo Bartocci Fontana, a 16th-century building.
Does Hotel Il Palazzo have parking?
Booking platforms do not list parking, so ask the hotel before arriving by car.
Does Hotel Il Palazzo have an elevator?
Yes. The hotel has an elevator.
Which rooms at Hotel Il Palazzo have views?
Third-floor rooms look over the rooftops and the Umbria Valley, and the suites have frescoed ceilings.