Camere Calocci, spotless rooms in the heart of Assisi
Camere Calocci is a guesthouse in Assisi's historic centre, a few metres from Piazza del Comune and the basilicas. It has simple rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom, some with views. It is a good choice for visiting Assisi on foot and for a friendly welcome and a lot of cleanliness.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Camere Calocci is and how to get there
Camere Calocci is in the historic centre of Assisi, at Vicolo dei Macelli Vecchi 11, a few metres from Piazza del Comune and the main basilicas. If you are looking for somewhere you can do everything on foot, the location is its strongest point.
Guests describe it as strategic and fantastic, in a very characteristic spot, from which you can reach the most interesting places quickly without needing a car. One guest stayed four nights for exactly that reason.
If you arrive by car, bear in mind that there are paid public car parks nearby. Camere Calocci does not have a reserved parking space, at least according to the information I have. My practical advice is to plan where you will leave the car before heading into the centre.
What the rooms are like
The rooms are simply furnished but well equipped, and they focus on cleanliness and comfort rather than luxury. Guests describe them as spacious, quiet and looked after, with every detail in its place.
- Air conditioning and flat-screen TV.
- Fridge and kettle for tea and coffee.
- Private bathroom.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Some units overlook the garden or the historic centre, and one review even speaks of a breathtaking view. I cannot tell you which room you will get, so if the view matters to you, ask when you book.
Check-in is between 3 pm and 7.30 pm and check-out between 7 am and 10 am, with flexible policies depending on the type of room. If you are going to arrive late, let the owner know in good time.
What guests say
The Google rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 137 reviews, and the tone of the reviews I have read is almost unanimous. The owner is the element that comes up most often, described as kind, present, always available and generous with advice on getting around the area.
Then comes the cleanliness. Many guests talk about very clean, quiet rooms, a house looked after with care and a family atmosphere. Someone decided to extend their stay by a night simply because they felt so at home.
Value for money is described as good, and a couple on a one-night trip talk about spectacular rooms. From the comments, it is clear that people who choose Camere Calocci do so for the welcome and the location, and leave happy.
What to know before booking
There is not a single negative review among those I have, and that is already a good sign. Still, it is fair to lay out what you should know, because no place suits everyone.
- Simple style. The furnishings are sober, so do not expect a design hotel or the services of a large hotel.
- Times. Check-in has a fixed window and needs arranging if you arrive outside it.
- Parking. There are paid public car parks nearby, not private parking.
- No breakfast described. Nothing about breakfast appears in the data, so ask first.
These are few drawbacks, and they depend more on the type of property than on a shortcoming. I would only worry about them if you are travelling by car, have tight timings or have particular needs.
Who this guesthouse suits
I would choose Camere Calocci for a weekend exploring Assisi on foot, as a couple or with friends, or for a trip with the family. It is a good base if you care more about the centre and cleanliness than about hotel services.
I see it as less suitable for anyone wanting a pool, an in-house restaurant or private parking. And if walking is difficult for you, remember that Assisi's historic centre is best enjoyed on foot. It is worth asking in advance how to get to the entrance.
What to see in Assisi
From Camere Calocci you are a few metres from Piazza del Comune, the heart of Assisi, and a short walk from the main basilicas. Assisi is one of the most striking medieval towns in Umbria, and it is easy to get around on foot.
My advice is to set aside a morning for the basilicas and spend the rest of the day wandering the alleyways. Before booking, check prices and conditions with the booking button on this page.
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