Al Cardinale is a bed and breakfast in the center of Viterbo, with air-conditioned rooms, a panoramic terrace and views of the city or the garden, just steps from restaurants and the train station.
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Al Cardinale is a bed and breakfast in the historic center of Viterbo, just a few meters from Porta Romana and a short walk from the city’s main restaurants and bars.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, overlook private terraces with views of the city, the garden or the inner courtyard; each has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries. The Classic Studio stands out for its own kitchen complete with hob and refrigerator, ideal for longer stays, while the Deluxe Double Room and the Superior Room offer an in-room washing machine, with the latter also allowing guests to choose between a double bed or two single beds.
Al Cardinale is a suitable choice for couples and families who want to explore Viterbo’s medieval alleys on foot, with free parking and WiFi included throughout the property. Breakfast, served à la carte or in an Italian version, starts the day before heading out to the Terme di Bagnaccio or Villa Lante, just outside the city.
Al Cardinale offers three types of accommodation ranging from 18 to 22 square meters, all with air conditioning, soundproofing, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Each unit also has its own terrace or balcony, offering views of the city, the garden or the property’s inner courtyard, along with practical amenities such as a coffee machine and minibar.
The main differences concern privacy and bed flexibility: the Classic Studio is the only one with its own kitchen, the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony offers more privacy and an in-room washing machine, while the Superior Double Room allows guests to choose between a double bed or two single beds, making it the most adaptable option for groups of friends or families.
The only accommodation in the property with its own kitchen, well equipped with a hob, refrigerator, microwave and utensils, plus a barbecue available to guests. The studio, measuring 22 square meters, is air-conditioned and features a wardrobe, a terrace with garden views and a private bathroom with shower, making it the ideal choice for longer stays or for those who prefer to cook independently.
A room designed for those seeking greater privacy, offering a higher level of seclusion compared to the other room types. Air-conditioned and equipped with its own washing machine, it features a terrace with city views and a private bathroom with shower, spread over 22 square meters designed for a couple.
The most compact room in the property at 18 square meters, but also the most flexible: it is the only one where guests can choose between a double bed and two single beds, convenient for friends or relatives who don’t want to share a bed. Air-conditioned, with a washing machine, a terrace with city views and a private bathroom with shower.
Al Cardinale offers free parking, free WiFi throughout the property and non-smoking rooms, with the possibility of requesting pet hospitality. General services include luggage storage, daily housekeeping, laundry and ironing service, as well as an outdoor furnished area, an outdoor dining area, a sun terrace and a barbecue available to guests.
For dining, an in-room breakfast service, a minibar and the possibility of requesting menus for special diets or meals for children are available. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, hairdryer, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries, while those traveling with family can count on family rooms and extra beds upon request.
Al Cardinale is located in the heart of Viterbo, along Via San Carlo, just steps from the historic center and its network of medieval alleys. The neighborhood is lively and well served: right below the property are pizzerias and eateries such as Pizzeria Dalla Pantera Rosa, just 10 meters away, and La Bottega del Fornaio at 50 meters, ideal for dinner or a quick breakfast without straying far from the property.
The location is also convenient for those getting around without a car: Viterbo Porta Romana train station is about 600 meters on foot, while Viterbo Centrale station is 1.4 km away. By car, Rome Fiumicino Airport is about 63 km away, also reachable via a paid airport shuttle organized by the property upon request. The historic center with the Rocca Albornoz and the Fountain of Piazza della Rocca is just over a kilometer away, easily reachable on foot in about ten minutes.
Guests staying at Al Cardinale have several half-day excursion options: Villa Lante, one of the most famous Renaissance gardens in Lazio, is about 4.5 km away, while the Parco dei Mostri in Bomarzo, with its Mannerist sculptures set in the woods, is about 22 km away. In summer, the Terme di Bagnaccio, less than a kilometer from the property, offer a relaxing alternative among the open-air thermal waters, while in autumn and spring the trails of the Cimini Mountains, with Lake Vico just further south, are suited to walks in nature. Viterbo’s town center, with the Palazzo dei Papi and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, remains the most immediate destination for those who want to discover the city’s history on foot.
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Guests particularly praise the location (9.6) and the staff’s helpfulness (9.5), valued for their hospitality and advice on the city. Comfort and cleanliness scores are also very high, while value for money, though still solid, remains the most modest score among the property’s ratings.
Yes, Al Cardinale accepts pets upon request, although a surcharge may apply.
Check-in at Al Cardinale is possible between 14:00 and 19:30 and must be arranged in advance with the property, indicating the expected arrival time.
Yes, Al Cardinale offers free parking to guests arriving by car.
Al Cardinale offers three types of accommodation: the Classic Studio with its own kitchen, the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and the Superior Double Room, ranging from 18 to 22 square meters, each with a private bathroom.
Yes, Al Cardinale is located in the historic center of Viterbo, about 600 meters from Porta Romana train station and just over a kilometer from Rocca Albornoz.
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Yes, Al Cardinale offers breakfast à la carte or in an Italian version, also available in-room upon request.
