Preguia Hotels

Hotel Santa Maria degli Ancillotti

Hilltop retreat set in olive groves and vineyards. Excellent two-room suites with mini kitchens and terraces. Sterpeto 42, 06086 Assisi, Perugia.

Hotel L’Orto degli Angeli

Romantic hotel in a fine frescoed nobleman’s town house with a hanging garden at its core. A gem. 06031 Bevagna, Perugia.

Hotel Subasio

Assisi’s grand hotel, somewhat elderly, but splendidly sited near the Basilica. Via Frate Elia 2, 06082 Assisi, Perugia.

Hotel Villa Aureli

Two self-catering apartments for 4-6 people in the magical home of Count Serego Alighieri, little altered since the 1700s. Pool. Via Cirenei 70, 06071 Castel del Piano Umbro, Perugia.

Hotel Poggio d’Asproli

This elegant stonebuilt farmhouse is the home of hotelier and artist Bruno Pagliari. Some of his work, mixed in with antiques, decorates the house. The sitting room has a huge fireplace and inviting sofas, and along one side of the room is a terrace for eating out on or just absorbing the peace. Frazione, Asproli 7, 06059 Todi, Perugia.

Hotel Umbra

Just off Assisi’s main square a row of old houses, some dating back to medieval times, have been connected to create a hotel with the feeling of a private home. There’s a terrace, covered by a pergola, for dining out on. The public rooms are elegant; bedrooms are simpler, and some have lovely countryside views. Via degli Archi 6, 06081 Assisi, Perugia.

Hotel Castello dell’Oscano

Historic castle in an ancient steep pine forest. Some rooms are in the less atmospheric Villa Ada next door. Strada della Frocella 37, 06070 Cenerente, Perugia.

Hotel Casa Giulia

There’s a three-day minimum stay at this red-brick country villa, but that’s no hardship as it’s a good base for Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto and Todi. The owners are welcoming, and their private collection of antique cameras, old toys and objets d’art give a personal touch. Bedrooms are plain but comfortable. Via Corciano 1, 06039 Bovara di Trevi, Perugia.

Hotel Relais il Canalicchio

In the countryside 35km (20 miles) south of Perugia, a hilltop village has been turned into a stylish hotel complete with gym, sauna and billiard room. Grinding stones and local ceramics are much in evidence, and there are antiques too in the public rooms. Some bedrooms have private terrace gardens. Via della Piazza 4, 06050 Canalicchio, Perugia.

Hotel Gattapone

Built in the 1960s by the present owner’s father, this hotel is a mix of knowingly retro pieces and high-tech extras. Regular guests include musicians at the local jazz festival and creative companies running seminars, but the architecture and stunning clifftop location above the village have a wide appeal. Via del Ponte 6, 06049 Spoleto, Perugia.

Hotel Le Tre Vaselle

Wonderful village hotel owned by the winemaking Lungarotti family – sampling their wine at dinner is a must. The sitting rooms are marked by huge fireplaces, stripy furniture, card tables and a grand piano. Rooms are in annexes next to the main building. Breakfast is lavish. Recent addition: an olive oil museum. Via Garibaldi 48, 06089 Torgiano, Perugia.

Hotel La Bastiglia

Smartly restored old mill-house with panoramic views from nearly all its rooms. Some are suites with private terraces. Piazza Valle Gloria 7, 06038 Spello, Perugia.