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SUBASIO — Via Frate Elia 2 — Assisi 06081 — ph: 075812206 or 075812740 or 075816317 or 075816304 fx: 075816691 — www.hotelsubasio.com - email: info@hotelsubasio.com

An ancient and well-located 4 star hotel located right near the Basilica San Francesco. At one time this hotel was a monastery. As a hotel it’s been in service since 1868. The public rooms are grand and decorated with antiques, carpets, chandeliers and other lovely artistic touches. The hotel has played host to many important guests (stars, dignitaries…) for whatever that’s worth. There are 62 rooms with bath, TV, phone, minibar and some have balconies. There are suites and junior suites available too. The décor is genuinely pretty — the furniture hand painted (rather Venetian in style). There is a restaurant here that serves local traditional fare as well as international specialties. Some specialties are penne norcina, tagliatelle al tartufo, tagliata ai porcini and agnello scottodito. There are terraces (beautiful), lounges and meeting rooms here too. You get much hospitality here and the manager is quite nice and helpful.

HOTEL WINDSOR SAVOIA — Viale Marconi 1 — Assisi 06082 — ph: 075812210 fx: 075813659 — www.hotelwindsorsavoia.it - email: contact@hotelwindsorsavoia.it

This is a good spot right near the Basilica (a 3 star hotel)….it’s been a hotel since 1908. The Stoppini family own and operate the hotel. They are very warm — very knowledgeable. There are 34 rooms with shower/bath, TV, phone, air conditioning and views. The rooms are charming - comfortable and the views are terrific. There’s a good restaurant — try the cannelloni, tagliatelle and tortellini…..try it all — it’s a lovely place. There’s a panoramic terrace and a garden.

HOTEL SAN FRANCESCO — Via San Francesco 48 — Assisi 06082 — ph: 075812281 or 075813690 fx: 075816237 — www.hotelsanfrancescoassisi.it - email: info@hotelsanfrancescoassisi.it

There are 44 rooms at this 3 star hotel located in front of the Basilica of Saint Francis. It’s only 500 meters from the main square and is located in an antique building. The rooms have shower, bath, TV, phone, minibar, safe, air conditioning and a sweet décor. The rooms offer a mix of modern and antique touches and views (some floral wallpaper in the bedrooms too). It’s a nice 3 star property (great location). There’s a good restaurant serving local and international cuisine, there’s a terrace with glorious views of the church and beyond. The Angeletti family are warm and will help you with touring and dining advice. They serve a good buffet breakfast with special local cakes. Special permits allow parking right in town. A pleasant place in Assisi.

ALBERGO DEI PRIORI — Corso Mazzini 15 — Assisi 06082 — ph: 075812237 fx: 075816804 - www.assisi-hotel.com - email: hpriori@tiscalinet.it

This 3 star hotel is close to everything in the city center. The hotel is located in a 16^th century building (very historic). The hotel was opened in 1923. There are 34 rooms with bath, TV, phone, hair dryer and air conditioning. The décor is antique — comfortable — nice. There’s a bar and a good restaurant — great food (for guests in season). It’s modest, well furnished and a good place to stay.

HOTEL UMBRA — Via degli Archi 6 — Assisi 06081 — ph: 075812240 fx: 075813653 — www.hotelumbra.it - email: info@hotelumbra.it

Another delightful and well located hotel just off the Piazza del Commune (town hall). Built in the 16^th century (although parts of the hotel date back as far as the 13^th century) as a private residence, this 3 star hotel is run by the Laudenzi family (and has been for 100 years). There are 25 rooms here that have shower, bath, TV, phone, mini bar and great views (some with a small balcony). It’s down a short alley just off the main square and is made up of several houses (half the fun is getting here). The restaurant serves Umbrian cuisine and the chef is very inventive and interpretive. At the front of one of the houses is a lovely garden where guests can relax (really very neat).

HOTEL DAL MORO - Via Santarelli - Santa Maria degli Angeli - Assisi 06081 - ph: 0758043688 fx: 0758041666 - www.dalmorogalleryhotel.com - email: info@dalmorogalleryhotel.com

In the heart of the city, right near the Basilica and Santa Maria degli Angeli is this good 3 star hotel. There are 45 rooms (30 standard and 15 superior) decorated with traditional furnishings with a modern touch - think nice colors, great style and total comfort. There are interesting touches/flourishes throughout the hotel - you'll like it here. The rooms also offer shower, bath, TV, phone, minibar, air conditioning, safe and hair dryer. The Marchetti family have welcomed guests here for 3 generations - that's why guests return over and over. There's an acclaimed restaurant with delicious cuisine of the area. There's a bar, a garden, a pool and parking.

ALBERGO IL PALAZZO — Via San Francesco 8 — Assisi 06081 — ph: 075816841 fx: 075812370 — www.argoweb.it/hotel_ilpalazzo/

Built in the 16^th century, the Palazzo Bartocci Fontana is located between the Basilica and the Piazza del Commune. This is a 3 star property with history and beauty…..there are 12 rooms with bath, shower, TV, phone and antique furnishings. It’s a really neat place to stay and the location is superb. The rooms are lovely — simple — comfortable — antique. The salons are very nice and you’ll enjoy the buffet breakfast and bar. A cool location and an ancient — palatial feel…….

HOTEL LA FORTEZZA - Piazza del Commune/Via della Fortezza 19b - Assisi 06081 - ph: 075812418 fx: 0758198035 - www.lafortezzahotel.com - email: lafortezza@lafortezzahotel.com

Just off the Piazza del Commune, in the heart of Assisi is a 14^th century palace (2 star hotel) built on Roman foundations. This place is better known for it’s restaurant, but the 7 rooms here are quite nice (and the location is terrific). Each room has a bath and phone and are decorated in traditional Umbrian style (wrought iron beds, parquet floors and heavy country wooden pieces). Those on the second floor have the best views and one room has a terrace (room #44). As I mentioned the restaurant is very well known and serves regional cuisine like prosciutto di agnello affumicato, strangozzi al tartufo, faraona in crosta and anatra al finocchio selvatico…..yum! It’s all great! The chef is Guglielmo Chiocchetti and he, his wife and two sons look after everything here — as a matter of fact, the entire family specializes in different aspects of the hotel, the city, art, geology — they help with just everything.

OUTSIDE CITY — VILLAS/FARMS

SANTA MARIA DEGLI ANCILLOTTI — Localita Sterpeto 06086 - ph&fx: 0758039764 — http://assisi.hypermart.net - email: PAVONE@EDISON.IT

A well managed and run (The Villa family) restored farmhouse/villa in the countryside just a few miles from Assisi. Each of the 8 suites have 2 bedrooms, a bath, TV, phone, mini-bar, safe, terrace and view. The décor is simple country comfort. The restaurant serves very good Umbrian food (old fashioned tasty cooking). A specialty is tartufo e arrosti (truffle sauce for your pasta and roasted meats). Your views include olive groves, vineyards, forests and gardens — there’s a lovely chapel too. There’s a pool, mountain bikes, table tennis and archery. A good spot!

CASTEL SAN GREGORIO — Localita San Gregorio 06081 — Via San Gregorio 16a — ph: 0758038009 fx: 0758038904

This small castle is a rare treat….yes, it is a real castle — just like the one in your imagination…..it’s small, charming and nicely decorated with antiques and castle decor (a 3 star property — but much more). It’s about 30 minutes from Assisi on a hill with fabulous views. There’s a restaurant here that is very good and you’ll enjoy the many specialties served. There are 12 rooms with shower. There’s a rooftop terrace with panoramic views. This place is an absolute delight! If you want to stay in a castle — this is one to try!

IL MANIERO — Via San Peitro Campagna 32 — Assisi 06081- ph: 075816379 fx: 075815147 — www.ilmaniero.com - email: ilmaniero@ilmaniero.com

This is a medieval castle/villa right near Assisi. It was built in 1232, is a national monument and the atmosphere is totally medieval in style and décor. From the great stone walls to the cellars and ruins…this is a neat place to stay. Each of the 17 rooms has a bath, TV, phone and view. There’s a lovely terrace, a garden and a park (great for long walks). The castle is run by the Generotti family and they take great pride in this wonderful place. The cellars of the castle are now the restaurant and they serve typical Umbrian food (delicious) — a specialty is truffle pasta!

COUNTRY HOUSE "3 Esse" — Localita Valecchie 06081 — Via di Valecchie 41 — ph: 075816363 fx: 075816155 — www.countryhousetreesse.com — email: info@countryhousetreesse.com

This is a very well-priced and wonderful guest house/farm house. It was built in 1920 over an ancient building. A tower from the old building still stands on the property. Today, the place is run by a local antiques dealer. The place is full of warmth and charm. The rooms are filled with antiques and each room has a bath or shower. There are gardens, vineyards, terraces and other nooks and crannies (and salons) to relax in…..You’re surrounded by great vistas, peace and quiet. There’s a bar, a nice breakfast in the drawing room and you can walk right in to the city. You’ll like the "feel" here. If you feel the urge to buy antiques — you can right here — in the shop!

ALBERGO TERRA NATIA — Localita Santa Maria Angeli 06088 — Via E. Berlinguer 5 — ph&fx: 0758044193 — http://terranatia.cjb.net - email: terranatia@libero.it

A great place to stay! It’s a 15^th century farmhouse with a super restaurant (Ristorante I Vecchi Tempe), lovely rooms (really lovely) and gracious hosts. The farmhouse has been restored to perfection. There are 10 rooms that are decorated with great care. Each room has bath or shower, TV, air conditioning, phone, a panoramic view and a safe. The place exudes the colors and ambiance of Umbria (think earthtones, stucco, tile, stone and brick along with comfort and oodles of quality). The restaurant serves great food including some specialties like cappelacci di ricotta con arance e fiocchi di pomodoro or fettuccine alle pere e pecorino or gnocchi ai porcini e pomodori perini — or grilled meat! At night you sit in the stillness and enjoy the incomparable views. An absolute delight!