Historic guest house in the heart of Tarquinia, set in a building dating back to the 1200s, with air-conditioned family rooms and Italian breakfast every morning.
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La Residenza dei Priori is a guest house located in the historic center of Tarquinia, in the province of Viterbo, set inside a building dating back to the 1200s. The property focuses on spacious rooms designed especially for families and small groups, with a single common lounge available to guests and free WiFi throughout the premises.
The three room types available, all with private bathroom, air conditioning and city views, differ mainly in size and capacity, ranging from 25 to 35 square meters. Every morning an Italian-style breakfast is served, with the option of a takeaway version for those who need to leave early.
The location in the heart of Tarquinia makes it possible to reach restaurants and historic venues on foot, while the Etruscan archaeological center and the railway station are just a few minutes away. An address that combines the charm of a medieval building with the convenience of getting around the old town without a car, particularly appreciated by couples who rated the location 9.9.
The rooms at La Residenza dei Priori occupy a medieval building in the historic center of Tarquinia and share some basic features: private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, tiled or marble flooring and views over the old town. They are designed to welcome groups and families, with bed configurations combining large double beds, single beds and sofa beds depending on the room type chosen.
The range includes three solutions that differ mainly in size and capacity: from the most compact, designed for three people, to the largest family room, able to accommodate up to five guests including adults and children. Each room is furnished with a desk and wardrobe, maintaining a simple style in keeping with the historic character of the property, without giving up comforts such as free internet access available throughout the building.
The most compact of the three room types, with 25 square meters designed for three people. Private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, air conditioning and views over Tarquinia’s old town. Ideal for those looking for an essential solution without giving up space for a third person.
The largest room in the property, with 35 square meters and capacity for up to five people, four of whom can be children. Two large double beds plus a sofa bed make it the most suitable choice for large families or groups of friends, with a private bathroom featuring a bidet and toiletries.
With 32 square meters and a combination of single bed, sofa bed and large double bed, this room sits between the other two in size, offering a good balance of space and capacity for four people. Private bathroom with shower and city views.
La Residenza dei Priori provides guests with a common lounge with TV area, ideal for socializing or relaxing after a day of sightseeing in the city. Check-in and check-out are handled privately, with access via personal keys, while the entire property is non-smoking and equipped with air conditioning and heating in every room.
Rooms come with everything needed for a comfortable stay: private bathroom with bidet, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, plus a power outlet near the bed and a desk for those traveling on business. A shared kitchen is also available for those who wish to prepare something on their own.
On the dining front, guests can rely on an on-site café, useful for breakfast or a break during the day. Disabled parking is available nearby, while free WiFi reaches all areas of the property, including the family rooms designed for larger groups.
La Residenza dei Priori is located in the heart of the historic center of Tarquinia, on Via degli Archi, inside a building that retains its original 1200s structure. The area is typical of the medieval village, made up of narrow alleys, stone buildings and small squares that come alive especially in the evening, when restaurants and venues open outdoor seating just a few steps from the entrance.
The location makes it possible to get around almost entirely on foot: Trattoria Pizzeria Piazza d’Erba and Old Station Pub are just 40-50 meters away, while Tarquinia railway station can be reached in about 3 km. For those arriving by plane, Rome Fiumicino Airport is about 61 km away, a good hour’s drive along Via Aurelia. Voltone Beach, on the Tyrrhenian coast, is about 5.5 km away and is the closest seaside destination.
Tarquinia is famous above all for its Etruscan necropolises, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which can be visited all year round in the upper part of the city and in the archaeological area just outside the town center. In summer, the Tarquinia Lido coastline offers sandy beaches and beach clubs, reachable in a few minutes by car, while in autumn and spring the area is well suited to walks through the village and visits to Etruscan museums, with Rome and its train connections about an hour away for those wishing to organize day trips to the capital.
Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.9, and the central location, rated 9.8. Cleanliness and services are also highly appreciated, both at 9.8, while comfort and value for money remain at excellent levels, around 9.7.
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No, La Residenza dei Priori does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, La Residenza dei Priori offers free WiFi throughout the property, including in the rooms.
The minimum age for check-in at La Residenza dei Priori is 25 years.
Yes, La Residenza dei Priori includes an Italian-style breakfast, also available in a takeaway version.
La Residenza dei Priori is located directly in the historic center of Tarquinia, just a few meters from restaurants and venues.
Yes, all rooms at La Residenza dei Priori have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
