La Locanda Del Pontefice - Luxury Country House

Hotels
8.7 (1751 reviews)
Via Dei Laghi 24 S.P. 217 , Castel Gandolfo , it

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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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 10 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1751 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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antonella • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Mary Jo • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

A picturesque location!

Cons:

Carrying luggage up many flights of stairs.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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andrea • couple • it
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Matteo • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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ANDREA • solo_traveller • de
8
Beautiful gardens and relaxing atmosphere.
Pros:

The property is excellent: very quiet, well maintained, with beautiful gardens and lovely outdoor common areas where you can relax.

Cons:

The staff were efficient and professional, but they didn’t come across as particularly welcoming or engaging, which made the experience feel a bit impersonal. I would have expected more, considering the location

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Massimo • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Panorama eccezzionale.

Cons:

L'ingresso sulla provinciale è decisamente penalizzante.
Senza macchina si rimane "isolati".
Colazione non a livello della struttura.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Priscila • couple • br
8
Vista maravilhosa
Pros:

A localização do hotel tem uma vista pro lago Albano que é de uma beleza fora do normal

Cons:

O banheiro estava com o ralo entupido e cheirando mal. Luzes queimadas no quarto. Nenhum tipo de amenidades no banheiro. Levando em conta que são uma Luxury country house a falta de mimos para o hóspede é de manutenção no quarto me decepcionou um pouco.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Giacomo • family_with_children • de
8
Hat uns sehr gut gefallen
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr schön über dem See. Personal sehr freundlich. Es gibt einen abgeschlossenen Parkplatz gegen Gebühr. Das Restaurant ist wirklich sehr gut.

Die Zimmer zum Garten haben keine Fenster. Zimmer war groß und sauber. Kleine Küche vorhanden. Kühlschrank, Spüle und zwei Kochplatten. Keine Kaffeemaschine im Zimmer. Wir waren nur für eine Nacht da, da haben uns die fehlenden Fenster nicht gestört.

Frühstück war eigentlich gut. Jedoch war der Kaffeautomat nicht gut oder nicht gut eingestellt. Wir haben mehrere Versuche gestartet aber man konnte nichts trinken. Weder Cappuccino oder heiße Schokolade trinkbar. Die Milch schien verdorben zu sein.

Guter Aufenthalt und wir würden wiederkommen. Wir übernachten öfter dort in der Gegend und für eine Nacht kann man aber auch günstiger übernachten.

Cons:

Kaffee

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Renato • solo_traveller • it
9
Vacanza da ....papa
Pros:

Posto bello con meravigliosa vista sul lago. Cortesia massima all'accoglienza e disponibilità dello staff impeccabile. Letto comodissimo, doccia perfetta, luoghi vicini belli da visitare con piacevoli ristorantini tipici.

Cons:

Devo ahimè segnalare che la.stanza non è perfettamente insonorizzata e quindi nel nostro soggiorno la musica si sentiva fino a tarda notte.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Eyal • couple • il
8
Great location , comfortable room
Pros:

Location was exceptional

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • it
8
Pros:

La posizione con bellissima vista sul lago di Albano. La colazione

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • mt
9
La vista del Lago mentre fai colazione, ti mette di buon umore per tutto il giorno
Pros:

Posizione fantastica con vista lago mozzafiato, ottima colazione e staff sempre gentile e disponibile

Cons:

Si potrebbero mettere a disposizione piccole cose del tipo le ciabatte usa e getta, un kit spazzolino e dentifricio, e migliorare leggermente l'insonorizzazione in quanto si sente il rumore dei condizionatori.Ma quest'ultimo punto potrebbe essere molto soggettivo in quanto sono molto sensibile al rumore. Ma se avro' occasione lo scegliero' ancora

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Alessia • couple • it
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Enrique • extended_group • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • couple • it
10
Pros:

Dettagli e il giardino

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ulrika • family_with_children • se
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Helch • family_with_children • ee
9
Very nice stay
Pros:

The hotel was beautiful and the view was amazing. The view from the restaurant at breakfast was absolutely fantastic.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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ANDREA • family_with_children • it
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Stone • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee