Description: Location. The Grand Hotel Italia is located in the historic centre of Orvieto, Italy, next to the People's Palace, 100 metres from the cathedral and 400 metres from the old town. Orvieto train station is five kilometres away.
Hotel Features. Built in the 19th century, the five-storey Grand Hotel Italia combines traditional features with modern comfort. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city from the garden terrace or relax in the lobby where a television and complimentary newspapers are provided. The hotel also has a reading room with sofas and an open fire. Safe-deposit boxes are located at the 24-hour front desk where multilingual staff are on hand to assist with travel and tourist arrangements. Laundry services can be arranged and parking is available nearby.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning in the breakfast room which has indoor and garden seating. A selection of drinks and light snacks is served at the hotel bar and cafe.
Business amenities include a conference room with wireless Internet access and seating for up to 60 people.
Bird watching is a popular activity in the hills around Orvieto and there are many hiking and biking trails which visitors can explore.
Guestrooms. The 46 air-conditioned guestrooms at the Grand Hotel Italia have warm colour-schemes and antique-style furniture. All rooms are equipped with satellite television, direct-dial telephones, Internet connections, safes and minibars. Private bathrooms have handheld showers, hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.
Expert Tip. Beneath the streets of Orvieto is a maze of tunnels and caves dug into the soft volcanic rock, dating as far back as 6 BC. St Patrick's Well is another must-see site with two spiral staircases descending 62 metres to the water.
Overview: Check In Time - 2 PM
Check Out Time - 11 AM
Multilingual staff
Tour assistance
24-hour front desk
Location Description: ORVIETO
Rooms: Standard room-One double or two twin beds. Simple, modern decor accessorised with antique-style furniture. Air conditioning, direct-dial phone, minibar, satellite television.
Single room-One twin or one double bed. Simple, modern decor accessorised with antique-style furniture. Air conditioning, direct-dial phone, minibar, satellite television.
Superior room-One double or two twin beds. Simple, modern decor accessorised with antique-style furniture. Air conditioning, direct-dial phone, minibar, satellite television. Balcony with views.
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Transportation: From Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): Distance to Grand Hotel Italia is 150 kilometres, approximately two hours' drive.
Getting there. The Leonardo Express runs between the airport and the Termini train station in the city centre every 30 minutes. The journey time is about 35 minutes and single tickets cost 9.50 EUR. The Terravision shuttle bus runs between the airport and Termini station. Taxis to the city centre cost about 60 EUR, and taking a metered licensed taxi is advised. Trains from Rome to Florence stop at Orvieto. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. Buses run throughout Orvieto and main car parks are connected to the city centre by a minibus service, bus lines A and B and by the funicular railway. Bus tickets can be purchased in bars, tobacconists and news agents. A surcharge is added to the price of tickets bought on board buses.
Driving directions. From the airport, take Highway A1 towards Florence.
Exit at Orvieto.
Proceed to Piazza del Popolo.
The hotel is 100 metres ahead.
Attractions: Orvieto Cathedral - 100 metres
Old town - 400 metres
Orvieto Underground (tunnels and caves) - 600 metres
St Patrick's Well - 800 metres
Bolsena Lake - 20 kilometres
Todi (Medieval town) - 35 kilometres
Spoleto (Medieval town) - 45 kilometres
Viterbo (Medieval town) - 45 kilometres
Perugia (Medieval town) - 80 kilometres
Facilities: Safe-deposit box, Coffee shop or cafe, Internet public area - wireless, Fireplace in lobby, Elevator/lift, Concierge desk, Laundry facilities, Umbrella, Meeting room (small groups), Dry cleaning service, Air-conditioned public areas, Television in lobby, Parking nearby, Bar/lounge, Room service (limited hours), Conference room(s), Comp newspapers in lobby, Patio, Complimentary breakfast
Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Cable/satellite TV, Wake-up calls, Refrigerator, Minibar, Internet access - dial-up, Private bathroom, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Desk, Sofa bed, Window opens, Cribs (infant beds) available, Direct-dial phone, Bidet, Blackout drapes/curtains, Child care (in room, surcharge, Electronic/magnetic keys, Extra towels/bedding in room, Handheld shower, Makeup mirror, Sewing kit, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Smoking rooms, Housekeeping
Category: Hotel
Description: Ideally situated next to Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo Palace to the Cathedral and the main Medieval monuments of Orvieto city centre, Grand Hotel Italia offers a comfortable and elegant setting with its large terraces and hanging gardens overlooking the city of tuff. This welcoming three star hotel in Orvieto, Umbria offers a bar, a reading room with a fireplace, two meeting rooms, an Internet Point and a Wireless Internet access throughout the hotel. Grand Hotel Italia in Orvieto is the perfect spot to visit Umbria and all the towns and small villages around Orvieto: you can discover many interesting tourist and historic sites or taste the gastronomic Umbrian delicacies such as wine, truffles, extra virgin olive oil, local cold cuts and exquisite cheeses.
Cancellation Policy: the penality for no show is 80% of the price of room 3 days before the arrive
Facilities: Entire property is air conditioned, Recently renovated, Lift/elevator, Pets accepted, Dogs allowed, Credit card accepted, Shuttle service from and/or to the airport, Shuttle service from and/or to the railway station, Satellite TV, Internet/Email services, TV Room, Reading room, Bar, Laundry service, Front desk - 24 hour, Front desk - fax service, Newspapers, City maps, Tourist information, Luggage room, Multilingual staff, Conference room, Meeting room, Secretarial service, Banqueting service, Individually controlled air conditioning, Heating, Cot available upon request, Room terrace, Rooms with view available upon request, Iron and ironing board available on request, Hairdryer in room, Electronic safe, Non-smoking rooms, Mini bar, Direct dial phone, Internet plug, Colour TV, Satellite TV, Pay TV, Writing desk, Groups welcome, Congress facilities, Meals for groups, Bike rental, Wireless Internet connection, Additional beds, Wireless Internet connection in the entire property, LCD flat screen TV
