La Locanda Del Pontefice - Luxury Country House

Hotels
8.7 (1776 reviews)
Via Dei Laghi 24 S.P. 217 , Castel Gandolfo , IT

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Professional and kind staff
Beautiful views
Spacious and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Parking could be improved
Breakfast inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Issues mentioned with a dirty sheet between sheets and a few cleanliness concerns overall.
Service
9.08
Receptionist was professional and helpful; some reviewers praised the staff's kindness and responsiveness.
Location
9.12
Beautiful positioning near the lake with great views.
Room Quality
8.77
Large, spacious rooms noted positively but one mention of issues like lack of heating.
Amenities
8.6
Hotel amenities generally appreciated, though some issues with parking highlighted.
Value for Money
8.56
Good overall value attributed to accommodations and breakfast offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Breakfast was varied and abundant; some inconsistencies noted.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall a very positive experience with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:00

Property Description

Luxury Country House Overlooking Lake and Roman Countryside

Panoramic Views and Antique Decor
Many rooms at La Locanda Del Pontefice offer stunning views of Lake Albano and are elegantly decorated with antique furniture, providing a charming and authentic Italian experience.

Gourmet Breakfast and Room Service
Start your day with a delicious continental, Italian, or American-style breakfast, and indulge in luxury with the option to have champagne and chocolates delivered to your room for a special treat.

Convenient Location for Exploring and Traveling
Situated near Marino, this luxury country house is an ideal starting point for exploring the Castelli Romani region and enjoying the local wines. With easy access to train stations, including those in Marino and Castel Gandolfo, you can reach Rome Termini Station in just 20 minutes.

Experience luxury and convenience at La Locanda Del Pontefice - book your stay now for an unforgettable Italian getaway.

Important information:

The suggested GPS address is: SS 217 - Via dei Laghi km 8.

Please note that check-in is not possible after 23:00.

Please note that the restaurant is open from 19:00 until 23:00 from Twesday till Friday. Please note that the restaurant is open from 12:00 until 15:00 and 19:00 til 23:00 from Saturday till Sunday. Please note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1776 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Maria couple it
10
2026-09-12 via Nuitee
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Ema Kala solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

Posizione

2026-09-12 via Nuitee
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Raffaele couple it
10
Comodo e vicino a tutte le bellezze della zona.
Pros:

Posti incantevole.

Cons:

Vicino alla strada e si sentivano i rumori delle auto e moto che passavano.

2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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Evelin couple ee
9
Pros:

Nn maakohas. Ilus vaade. Toas oli konditsioneer.

Cons:

Olime jala, seega omamoodi seiklus kohale jõudmiseks. Oleks olnud jahedam ilm poleks väga hullu olnudki. Aga hiljem nt ka järve äärde alla saamiseks võttis aega takso saamine jne, seal soovitaks autoga tulla.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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GIAN LUCA couple it
6
2026-09-08 via Nuitee
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alfredina couple it
10
Meraviglioso 🤩 ci torneremo in questo luogo incantato
Pros:

Struttura meravigliosa accogliente, pulita e silenziosa con un panorama fantastico accoglienza Top 🥰

2026-09-07 via Nuitee
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Gustavo Matsumoto family_with_children id
10
Excellent experience with amazing personnel
2026-09-07 via Nuitee
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martina couple it
10
2026-09-06 via Nuitee
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Yotam family_with_children il
9
Perfect option in a beautiful area near Fiumicino
Pros:

We chose La Locanda for our last night in Italy, due to its proximity to Fiumicino and the beautiful nearby lake and surroundings. We are very pleased with our choice and would definitely recommend the place!

The staff were very friendly and informative.
The hotel restaurant was great, with many options, all well executed and reasonably priced. This was our last dinner in Italy, and it was a perfect ending to our trip.

The room was beautiful, with two terraces, amazing lake views, and plenty of space.
Breakfast was overall nice.

Cons:

A couple of small points that could be improved: the indoor parking is quite pricey, and our attic room had a very challenging shower setup, which meant we had to shower sitting down.

Fresh eggs at breakfast would also be a great addition and, in our opinion, would better match the overall level of the hotel.

2026-09-05 via Nuitee
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Simona couple it
10
Strepitoso
Pros:

Location meravigliosa curata nei minimi dettagli

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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criceto30 family_with_children it
10
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller it
5
Pros:

Location e colazione vista sul lago pazzesca

Cons:

La stanza era vista parcheggio e non era la stanza che si presenteva sulle foto al momento della prenotazione, in più alle 7 e 30 di mattina c' era una signora del personale che si è messa a parlare a telefono proprio affianco la finestra della stanza, svegliandomi.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Mirko couple it
10
2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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steve couple au
9
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Irma couple it
10
Pros:

Postazione e struttura da sogno.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Rose-Marie couple fr
6
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse
Le personnel et petit déjeuner très bien
L’emplacement de l’hôtel top pour visiter la région

Cons:

L’emplacement de notre chambre se trouvait au rez de chaussé en face du parking
La route en contre bas donc nuisance sonore
Nous avons été réveillés les deux nuits par les personnes qui parlaient sur le parking
Les jacuzzis étaient vides

2026-08-30 via Nuitee
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Gianfranco couple it
10
Sosta durante lungo viaggio verso il sud
Pros:

Posizione della struttura con vista sul lago

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-30 via Nuitee
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antonina extended_group it
5
Standard
Pros:

Posizione

Cons:

Incuria

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Sara couple it
9
Pros:

Alloggio stupendo. Staff super cordiale, posizione ottima con vista mozzafiato. Camera pulita, bagno spazioso. La vasca idromassaggio con vista sul lago è una chicca, compreso il terrazzo con le sdraio per godersi un ottimo aperitivo con vista. La cena del ristorante dell’hotel molto buona. Soggiorno ottimo, il relax è assicurato :)

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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David couple pt
8
2026-08-27 via Nuitee