Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited parking options
Small shower cubicles

Categories

Cleanliness
9.16
General cleanliness mentioned positively with no negatives.
Service
9.63
Staff was courteous and friendly, anticipating needs.
Location
9.47
Superb central location with easy access to restaurants.
Room Quality
8.82
Rooms described as comfortable, but some critiques on size.
Amenities
8.75
Standard amenities; some guests mentioned limited electrical options.
Value for Money
9.11
Guests feel the hotel offers great value for the experience.
Food and Beverage
8.56
Breakfast appreciated, but variety could be improved.
Overall Experience
9.33
Guests rave about their overall experience, especially during special occasions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:12

Property Description

Historic Elegance
Hotel San Michele, nestled within the historic Baldelli Palace, showcases the architectural splendor of 15th-century Cortona. Each of the 40 rooms is a unique blend of ancient charm and modern comfort, offering stunning views of the valley.

Central Convenience
Situated in the heart of town, our hotel is just a stone's throw away from the Sant'Agostino Conference Centre. Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast and unwind at our on-site bar.

Exclusive Amenities
Experience unparalleled convenience with our private car park, a rare find in central Cortona. Enjoy seamless access to the hotel via the city gate on Via Guelfa. Book now to immerse yourself in the rich history and luxury of Hotel San Michele.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FLR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 30 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 970 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.16
Service: 9.63
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.11
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 9.33
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RichardB379 Couples
8
My Personal View
Pros:

The location is excellent and close by to the main square. The atmosphere was good and the staff extremely helpful and efficient. The room was fine for a 16th Century building but I was worried about slipping when using the shower in the bath. The hotel was very clean and the noise level fine. The breakfast was OK but could do with some improvement.

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
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450jtt Couples
10
Good all round experience
Pros:

Well located - close to a public carpark (but steep walk uphill), round the corner from the main square and close to most attractions. Pleasant staff.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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jeremygR1308LK Family
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

Amazing stay, hotel was just lovely. Staff were very friendly, if travelling to Cortona, this place is a great choice for a stay!

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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cgwhiley Couples Yarragon, Gippsland, Victoria
8
Nice old hotel in centre of town
Pros:

We had a 3 night stay at Hotel San Michele and it was all it promised. We had a warm welcome on arrival, it’s only steps away from the main piazzas with loads of restaurants and cafes to choose from. The hotel staff were friendly and always ready to help. Breakfast was lovely with a nice little courtyard to sit in and enjoy the fresh air. Our transfers and laundry were organised with ease.
It’s an old hotel in an old town so some things were a little in need of maintenance but nothing that affected our stay. Everything works! It just adds character, you can imagine it in its former life as a Palazzo.
The room was a decent size and very quiet. Air con worked- important during an Italian summer heatwave. Would have been nice if it could have been left in while out of the room to keep it cool but didn’t take too long.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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V6444KKjamesw Couples Yarragon, Gippsland, Victoria
6
Great location but very tired.
Pros:

Nice hotel but in need of maintenance. The aircon was adequate but shut off whenever you left the room as did the power charging any devices. Everything in the bathroom functioned but was very dated and cramped. If you have elbows a shower is challenging. The shutters on the windows don’t close. The door to the room was so ill fitting it made as well have been left open for all the sound deadening to the corridor it provided. All the common areas just looked sad and worn. Not in an antique way. Just worn out. Other than that the staff were excellent. The breakfast by Europe’s standards was excellent. Location also excellent. Great access to restaurants and the piazza but far enough to feel tranquil at night.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Nadia couple gb
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jin solo_traveller my
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Matteo solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

La centralità è la storicità della struttura

Cons:

Unica pecca servizio Wi-Fi lento

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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daniela couple it
7
Piacevole
Pros:

Il palazzo antico

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Luisa couple it
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Luigi solo_traveller it
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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garbo9 Family Belfast, Northern Ireland
10
One week holiday at at Hotel San Michele Cortona
Pros:

We stayed for one week for our wedding. the Hotel styled in typical Tuscan style & is centrally located near the top of Via Guelfa which leads onto the Piazza Della Republica & Piazza Signorelli, a short 2 minute walk from the front door. The hotel provided parking at an extra cost of 30Euros per night. We stayed in room 218, which was beautiful, spacious, well appointed with a terrace Balcony with a lovely view. The only downside was that there was no stand up shower in the bathroom due to the sloping roof. All of the staff, from Reception, Breakfast staff & Housekeeping, hotel were welcoming, friendly, helpful & knowledgeable & all made our stay perfect & enjoyable. the breakfast was varied & substantial with a lovely outdoor covered courtyard for dining. We would thoroughly recommend this hotel for a stay in Cortona.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Marie family_with_children be
9
Ideale uitvalsbasis voor een stadsbezoek aan Cortona
Pros:

De ligging is het beste dat je kan hebben in Cortona

Cons:

Alles was top!

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Ciari solo_traveller ar
10
Pros:

El balcon y su vista, la toscana a pleno, atardecer hermoso para comer ahi mismo

Cons:

Hay una escalera de acceso muy empinada

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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György solo_traveller hu
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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CHIARA to Cv solo_traveller it
10
Torno spesso e la struttura è anche familiare. Un piacere come stare a casa ma con confort
Pros:

La struttura è centralissima e ben tenuta con camere spaziose e molto belle. Sempre pulitissime. Lo staff è sempre disponibile a sopperire ogni esigenza e sono tutti professionali e disponibili.

Cons:

Tutto perfetto.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Eleonora solo_traveller it
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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David couple us
10
We spent a night in Cortona and chose this hotel. The staff greeted us immediately and explained everything we needed to
Pros:

Staff, location and facilities

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Keith couple gb
10
One week stay at Hotel San Michele for our wedding
Pros:

We stayed at Hotel San Michele in Cortona for one week for our wedding. The hotel was in an excellent town centre location. We booked & stayed in room 218 Suite Terraza, the view from the terrace was terrific, the room was spacious, comfortable, with excellent air conditioning, with; a fridge & refreshment making facilities, plenty of clothes storage space, seating & two tvs. All staff at the hotel. from reception, breakfast & housekeeping, were knowledgeable, friendly, approachable & helpful & made us feel welcome & were genuinely interested in us & not just as paying customers. The hotel was clean & well appointed. Car parking was available at an extra cost, however, this was not expensive & was essential due to the TLZ in the town & the fact that most other hotels did not have a car park facility.

Cons:

Room 218 is one of the rooms in the hotel which does not have a walk in stand up shower due to to the design of the sloping ceiling bathroom & due to the age of the hotel,however, there was a telephone shower in the jacuzzi bath . However, this is not a criticism.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ronald solo_traveller nl
7
2026-07-02 via Nuitee