The Palace
Palazzo Guidoni is a historic 16th-century building.
Converted into a hotel in the 19th century and recently renovated, it is now ready to welcome modern travelers.
PALAZZO GUIDONI. ORVIETO
Sleep in a
16th-century palace
Palazzo Guidoni is not a marketing invention. It has stood here since the 16th century—once the residence of an Orvietan noble family, later transformed into a hotel in the 19th century, and recently renovated with respect for its original character.
The rooms feature high ceilings, period furnishings, and marble floors. The historic center of Orvieto is right outside the door.
Outside the door, you’ll find the Cathedral, Piazza del Popolo, Torre del Moro, and Orvieto Underground. Everything is within walking distance, just a few minutes away.
It’s the part of the experience that guests remember most.
The Courtyard Garden
Centuries-old trees in the
palace courtyard
The inner garden of Palazzo Guidoni was not designed—it simply grew over time. The plants are almost as old as the palace itself. During the summer months, breakfast is served in the patio overlooking this peaceful space, which is reason enough to get out of bed in the morning.
Breakfast at Hotel Posta is Italian in the truest and simplest sense of the word. Homemade cakes and tarts, local cured meats and cheeses, honey, artisan jams, and a proper cappuccino. Not an international buffet, but a carefully prepared table, served in the garden during the warmer months and indoors throughout the rest of the year. The perfect way to start a day in Orvieto.
This is not a landscaped leisure area. It is a historic courtyard, with everything that implies: genuine shade, natural scents, and an atmosphere that cannot be recreated in a few months of renovation work.
HISTORY
Palazzo Guidoni: Five Centuries at One Address
Built in the second half of the 16th century, Palazzo Guidoni was designed by the Orvietan architect Ippolito Scalza—the same architect who worked on Orvieto Cathedral. This is not a marketing claim created to enhance the property’s appeal; it is a documented part of its history.
The palace changed ownership in 1805, was converted into a hotel during the 19th century, and has now been carefully renovated. Its original structure remains intact: the basalt stone portal, the inner courtyard, and the soaring ceilings. Some things endure for centuries without losing their character.
16th Century
The Guidoni Family
One of Orvieto’s noble and landowning families. In the second half of the 16th century, they commissioned the construction of the palace from the Orvietan architect Ippolito Scalza—the same architect who worked on Orvieto Cathedral. The basalt stone archway that still marks the entrance today was built under their patronage.
1805
A Change of Ownership
The palace passed into the hands of the Ferrioli family, merchants originally from Campania. They were responsible for many of the interior decorations that can still be seen in parts of the building today. The structure itself remained unchanged—the people who lived in it changed, not the palace.
19th Century
The Palace Becomes a Hotel
During the 19th century, Palazzo Guidoni opened its doors as a hospitality property. The building itself did not change, nor did its garden. What changed was its purpose: from a private residence to a place of welcome, in the heart of Orvieto's historic center.
Today
Carefully Renovated, Faithfully Preserved
The rooms have been recently renovated, with parquet or tiled floors, functional bathrooms, and Wi-Fi throughout the property. The building's original character remains intact: the high ceilings, the natural light, the antique wooden furnishings, and the garden with its centuries-old plants.
LOCATION
9.6
Location Rating · 470 Verified Reviews
The highest score our guests consistently give us. And it's no coincidence: we're in the heart of Orvieto's historic center, just 200 meters from the Cathedral.
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The little things that
make a difference
In your room, you’ll find complimentary slippers. On each floor, there’s a dispenser providing unlimited filtered water, free for all guests.
And then there’s our honesty bar: drinks, snacks, and something to sip at any time. Guests simply help themselves and note down what they’ve taken. It runs on trust—and it usually works remarkably well.