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La Locanda Del Pontefice

Via Dei Laghi 24 S.P. 217
Rated 8.6 in 1328 reviews

La Locanda Del Pontefice in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, is a charming retreat that marries historical allure with modern comfort. Perched atop a scenic hill, the hotel offers breathtaking views of Lake Albano and the lush, rolling hills of the Alban countryside. This boutique hotel exudes a distinct elegance and intimacy, providing a warm and welcoming ambiance for all its guests.

Once a traditional villa, La Locanda Del Pontefice has been thoughtfully transformed into a haven of tranquility, maintaining its original architectural details that blend seamlessly with contemporary design elements. The tasteful decor is accentuated by classic Italian furnishings, adding a touch of sophistication to each space. Rooms are meticulously designed to ensure a luxurious stay, featuring high-quality amenities that cater to the discerning traveler.

Guests can indulge in exquisite culinary experiences at the hotel's restaurant, where a menu of regional and Mediterranean dishes are crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Dining here is complemented by panoramic vistas, making each meal an occasion to savor.

The location of La Locanda Del Pontefice is ideal for those looking to explore the rich history and vibrant culture of the Lazio region. Just a short drive away, visitors can discover the enchanting town of Castel Gandolfo, known for its papal palace and gardens. The hotel is also conveniently situated for excursions to the Eternal City of Rome, offering a peaceful refuge upon return.

Whether seeking a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat, La Locanda Del Pontefice promises a memorable stay, enveloped in the beauty and serenity of the Italian landscape.

Climate and Weather

January
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 4
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
February
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 21
Rain free days
March
 14°
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Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
April
 17°
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 22
Rain free days
May
 22°
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Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
June
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 10
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 26
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July
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August
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September
 25°
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Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
October
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 23
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November
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 20
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Castel Gandolfo and near La Locanda Del Pontefice

San Barnaba apostolo
San Barnaba apostolo
Church building in Marino, Lazio, Italy
1.1km / 0.71mi
Santa Maria dell'Acquasanta Sanctuary
Santa Maria dell'Acquasanta Sanctuary
Sanctuary in Marino, Italy
0.8km / 0.48mi
Piazzale degli Eroi
Piazzale degli Eroi
1km / 0.6mi
Museo civico Umberto Mastroianni
Museo civico Umberto Mastroianni
Museum in Italy
1km / 0.61mi
Marino Mithraeum
Marino Mithraeum
Mithraeum in Italy
1.5km / 0.92mi
Madonna de 'u Sassu
Madonna de 'u Sassu
1.4km / 0.9mi
Barco Colonna
Barco Colonna
Park in Marino, Italy
410m / 450yd
Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
Church building in ""Marino, Lazio"", Italy
1.6km / 1mi
Oratorio del Gonfalone
Oratorio del Gonfalone
Religious building in Marino, Lazio, Italy
1.1km / 0.7mi
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Church building in ""Marino, Lazio"", Italy
0.9km / 0.57mi
Doric nymphaeum
Doric nymphaeum
2km / 1.2mi
Territorial Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata
Territorial Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata
Italian Roman Catholic territorial abbey
2.4km / 1.5mi
Papal summer residence
Papal summer residence
17th-century papal palace in the city of Castel Gandolfo, Italy
2.4km / 1.5mi
Saint Pancras Cathedral
Saint Pancras Cathedral
Cathedral in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.7km / 2.3mi
Roman Amphitheatre of Albano Laziale
Roman Amphitheatre of Albano Laziale
Building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.4km / 2.1mi
Villa des Domitian
Villa des Domitian
The villa of Domitian as Castel Gandolfo, a first-century CE Roman villa complex on the shores of the Alban lake
3km / 1.9mi
San Pietro
San Pietro
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.9km / 2.5mi
Collegiata di San Tommaso
Collegiata di San Tommaso
Church building in Castel Gandolfo, Italy
2.5km / 1.5mi
Santuario della Madonna del Tufo
2.8km / 1.7mi
Geophysical Museum, Rocca di Papa
Geophysical Museum, Rocca di Papa
Italian museum
3.3km / 2mi
Bergantino nymphaeum
Bergantino nymphaeum
An ancient Roman monument at Castel Gandolfo
2.2km / 1.4mi
Santa Maria della Rotonda
Santa Maria della Rotonda
Church : Albano Laziale, Italy
3.8km / 2.3mi
Saint Bartholomew the Younger
Saint Bartholomew the Younger
Italian saint
2.6km / 1.6mi
Church of St. Paul
Church of St. Paul
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.5km / 2.2mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta
2.9km / 1.8mi
Via Appia - Sepolcro detto il Torraccio
Roman tomb on the Via Appia
3.9km / 2.4mi
Tusculum
Tusculum
Ancient Latin and Roman city and archeological site in the Alban Hills of Latium, Italy
4.8km / 3mi
Villa Aldobrandini
Villa Aldobrandini
Villa in Frascati, Italy
4.6km / 2.9mi
Rome–Fiuggi railway
Rome–Fiuggi railway
Railway line in Italy
4.9km / 3.1mi
Palazzo Chigi of Ariccia
Palazzo Chigi of Ariccia
Building in Ariccia, Italy
4.6km / 2.8mi
Santa Maria Assunta
Santa Maria Assunta
Collegiate church in Ariccia, Italy
4.6km / 2.9mi
Frascati Cathedral
Frascati Cathedral
Cathedral in Italy
5km / 3.1mi
Castel Savello
Castel Savello
Building in Albano Laziale, Italy
5.2km / 3.2mi
Villa Torlonia
Villa Torlonia
Villa in Frascati, Italy
4.4km / 2.7mi
Santa Maria della Stella
Santa Maria della Stella
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
4.4km / 2.8mi
Museo II Legione Partica
Museum in Italy
4km / 2.5mi
Museo Civico "Mario Antonacci"
Museum in Italy
4km / 2.5mi
Church of the Gesù
Church of the Gesù
Church building in Frascati, Italy
5.1km / 3.2mi
S. Mary of Capocroce church
S. Mary of Capocroce church
Church building in Frascati
5km / 3.1mi
St. Francis church, Frascati
St. Francis church, Frascati
Church building in Frascati, Italy
4.7km / 2.9mi
Santa Maria in Vivario
Santa Maria in Vivario
Church building in Frascati, Italy
5.2km / 3.3mi
San Senatore catacombs
4.5km / 2.8mi
Catacombe Ad Decimum
Archaeological site in Grottaferrata, Italy
5.2km / 3.2mi
Cuore Immacolato della Vergine Maria
Cuore Immacolato della Vergine Maria
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
4.1km / 2.5mi
Museo Tuscolano Scuderie Aldobrandini
Archaeological museum in Frascati, Italy
4.8km / 3mi

What to do in Castel Gandolfo and near La Locanda Del Pontefice

San Barnaba apostolo
San Barnaba apostolo
Church building in Marino, Lazio, Italy
1.1km / 0.71mi
Santa Maria dell'Acquasanta Sanctuary
Santa Maria dell'Acquasanta Sanctuary
Sanctuary in Marino, Italy
0.8km / 0.48mi
Piazzale degli Eroi
Piazzale degli Eroi
1km / 0.6mi
Museo civico Umberto Mastroianni
Museo civico Umberto Mastroianni
Museum in Italy
1km / 0.61mi
Marino Mithraeum
Marino Mithraeum
Mithraeum in Italy
1.5km / 0.92mi
Madonna de 'u Sassu
Madonna de 'u Sassu
1.4km / 0.9mi
Barco Colonna
Barco Colonna
Park in Marino, Italy
410m / 450yd
Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
Church building in ""Marino, Lazio"", Italy
1.6km / 1mi
Oratorio del Gonfalone
Oratorio del Gonfalone
Religious building in Marino, Lazio, Italy
1.1km / 0.7mi
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Church building in ""Marino, Lazio"", Italy
0.9km / 0.57mi
Doric nymphaeum
Doric nymphaeum
2km / 1.2mi
Territorial Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata
Territorial Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata
Italian Roman Catholic territorial abbey
2.4km / 1.5mi
Papal summer residence
Papal summer residence
17th-century papal palace in the city of Castel Gandolfo, Italy
2.4km / 1.5mi
Saint Pancras Cathedral
Saint Pancras Cathedral
Cathedral in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.7km / 2.3mi
Roman Amphitheatre of Albano Laziale
Roman Amphitheatre of Albano Laziale
Building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.4km / 2.1mi
Villa des Domitian
Villa des Domitian
The villa of Domitian as Castel Gandolfo, a first-century CE Roman villa complex on the shores of the Alban lake
3km / 1.9mi
San Pietro
San Pietro
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.9km / 2.5mi
Collegiata di San Tommaso
Collegiata di San Tommaso
Church building in Castel Gandolfo, Italy
2.5km / 1.5mi
Santuario della Madonna del Tufo
2.8km / 1.7mi
Geophysical Museum, Rocca di Papa
Geophysical Museum, Rocca di Papa
Italian museum
3.3km / 2mi
Bergantino nymphaeum
Bergantino nymphaeum
An ancient Roman monument at Castel Gandolfo
2.2km / 1.4mi
Santa Maria della Rotonda
Santa Maria della Rotonda
Church : Albano Laziale, Italy
3.8km / 2.3mi
Saint Bartholomew the Younger
Saint Bartholomew the Younger
Italian saint
2.6km / 1.6mi
Church of St. Paul
Church of St. Paul
Church building in Albano Laziale, Italy
3.5km / 2.2mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta
2.9km / 1.8mi
Via Appia - Sepolcro detto il Torraccio
Roman tomb on the Via Appia
3.9km / 2.4mi
Tusculum
Tusculum
Ancient Latin and Roman city and archeological site in the Alban Hills of Latium, Italy
4.8km / 3mi
Villa Aldobrandini
Villa Aldobrandini
Villa in Frascati, Italy
4.6km / 2.9mi
Rome–Fiuggi railway
Rome–Fiuggi railway
Railway line in Italy
4.9km / 3.1mi
Palazzo Chigi of Ariccia
Palazzo Chigi of Ariccia
Building in Ariccia, Italy
4.6km / 2.8mi

About Castel Gandolfo

Castel Gandolfo, nestled in the Alban Hills, offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. One of the most notable attractions is the Papal Palace, which serves as a summer residence for the Pope. Visitors can explore its beautiful gardens, which provide stunning views of Lake Albano. The Lake Albano itself is a popular spot for leisurely walks and picnics, with opportunities for boating and other water activities.

The Chiesa di San Tommaso di Villanova, designed by the renowned architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini, is a significant religious site worth visiting. Its striking architecture and serene interiors provide a glimpse into the area's spiritual heritage. Additionally, the town’s charming streets are lined with local shops and cafes, allowing visitors to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and local wines.

For those interested in history, the Archaeological Museum offers insights into the area's ancient past, showcasing artifacts from the Roman era. Exploring the surrounding countryside on foot or by bike reveals beautiful landscapes and vineyards, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

In the evening, the town takes on a different ambiance, with restaurants offering lakeside dining experiences, making it a pleasant way to wind down after a day of exploration. Overall, Castel Gandolfo presents a rich tapestry of experiences that cater to history buffs, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.




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