La Locanda del Pontefice

Lakefront property in Castel Gandolfo with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast served, local and international cuisine
Suite, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
La Locanda del Pontefice offers a tranquil lakeside retreat where you can tee off at the 18-hole golf course or unwind on the rooftop terrace. Guests have praised the property's restaurant, Le Terrazze di UrbanoVIII, which serves continental breakfast and local cuisine.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 22 smoke-free guestrooms
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator

Why we love this property

Taste global and local fare
Experience local and international cuisine at this hotel's restaurant. The free continental breakfast, cafe, and bar complete the dining journey.
Lavish sleep sanctuary
Drift into dreamland on Egyptian cotton sheets with a down comforter. Choose from a pillow menu before enjoying a rainfall shower in plush bathrobes.
Business meets pleasure
This property combines conference spaces with concierge services for productive stays. After meetings, guests can enjoy massages, golf, and the bar lounge.

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via dei Laghi, Km 8, Castel Gandolfo, RM, 47

What's nearby

  • Lake Albano - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Basilica di San Barnaba - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Palazzo Colonna - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Colosseum - 38 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Roman Forum - 39 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 16 min drive
  • Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport (FCO) - 43 min drive
  • Castel Gandolfo Station - 4 min drive
  • Marino Laziale Station - 4 min drive
  • Pantanella Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪da Luciana & Figli (porchetta) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Quintessa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Panzanera di Martinelli Roberta - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Er Patata - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Serafino - ‬4 min drive

About this property

La Locanda del Pontefice

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at La Locanda del Pontefice. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy local and international cuisine at Le Terrazze di UrbanoVIII, which is open for breakfast. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and rooms get the details right with Egyptian cotton sheets and rainfall showerheads.

At a glance

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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Archery
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference center (969 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Wet bar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Le Terrazze di UrbanoVIII - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Locanda Pontefice
Locanda Pontefice Hotel
Locanda Pontefice Hotel Marino
Locanda Pontefice Marino
La Locanda Del Pontefice Rome/Marino, Italy
Locanda Pontefice Inn Marino
Locanda Pontefice Inn
La Locanda del Pontefice Inn
La Locanda del Pontefice Castel Gandolfo
La Locanda del Pontefice Inn Castel Gandolfo

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at La Locanda del Pontefice?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at La Locanda del Pontefice?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Locanda del Pontefice?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at La Locanda del Pontefice and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. La Locanda del Pontefice also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near La Locanda del Pontefice?

Yes, Le Terrazze di UrbanoVIII offers local and international cuisine.

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La Locanda del Pontefice Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Struttura bellissima con affaccio sul lago, stanza molto bella, arredata in stile moderno con ogni comfort. Ottima colazione dolce e salata. E' presente posto auto gratuito. Personale cortese e disponibile. Unica pecca non ho amato il materasso poco rigido per il resto molto consigliato.

10/10 Exceptional

Struttura curata e pulita,con una bella vista sul lago.
Saverio, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

9/10

Great reception and introduction by the staff.
Tapani, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Struttura moderna e pulita, stupenda la colazione sul terrazzino vista lago.
Gennaro, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sorpresa per fine scuola da urlo

Senza aiuto di nessun ascensore,a bensi'di un montacarichi per invaldi non adatro a persone con difficoltà motorie,ma il resto è stupendo. Location da 1000 e tutti molto gentili e disponibili niente dz aggiungere
Patrizia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Posto bellissimo!

Camera "notte stellata" ..... meravigliosa e romantica ! Tutto bellissimo davvero!
Francesca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Posto molto bello!! Consigliato!
Nicolò, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bellissima struttura, immersa nel verde e con un meraviglioso affaccio sul lago. Atmosfera romantica e di assoluto relax, camere eleganti e curate. Staff professionale e cortese.
Antonella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastica

Semplicemente un posto meraviglioso e un servizio ineccepibile personale qualificato e cortese.
Giuseppe Corrado, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Qualità della camera e vista
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

mangelhaft

Hotel wirkt heruntergewirtschaftet Es offensichtlich schon besser Tage gesehen. Es gibt viele renovierungsbedürftige Stellen im Zimmer und auf der Terasse. Die Pflanzen auf der Terasse sind vertrocknet. Der Anspruch ein 4-Sterne Hotel zu sein ist Wunschdenken!
Helmut, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Poca cordialità e a accoglienza.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Mai più

Pessima qualità....promesse invitanti realtà da pensione di ultima categoria. Non c'è corrispondenza minima con le foto... pensavamo di aver sbagliato hotel. E quando glielo abbiamo fatto notare si è presentato con venti euro in mano (che poi neanche ci ha ridato)
Ilaria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fuga d'Amore in un posto spettacolare!!!

Un posto semplicemente spettacolare, accogliente,tranquillo,curato e allo stesso tempo molto raffinato dal quale si gode di una vista mozzafiato sul lago meravigliosa,con personale molto cordiale.Peccato averci passato solo una notte lo consiglio a tutti.

4/10 Fair

Ottima posizione sul lago, ma senza collegamenti

Peccato, una occasione persa. Una locanda di lusso, ottime finiture, posizione eccellente sul lago, ma camera sotto le aspettative. Nella mia non era possibile stare in piedi: troppo bassa e senza finestre, salvo un lucernario nel bagno e uno nella camera che, se aperto, fa entrare foglie sul letto. Per avere aria ci si affida a un pessimo sistema di condizionamento. La doccia va fatta seduti. Inoltre, ci si dimentichi di passeggiare, perché la posizione sul lago inganna. Per raggiungere il lago bisogna percorrere una strada pericolosa. Speravo di meglio, visto il prezzo non certamente economico. Il personale è puntuale e a disposizione, le finiture sono di pregio, ma io vorrei anche non rischiare di sbattere con la testa sulle travi. E poi la impossibilità di uscire senza auto!

8/10 Very good

Nice location

Beautiful area overlooking lake Albano, and hotel has many things going for it. Not a place to be if you don't have a car. I wish I'd known the restaurant was closed the night I went. Empty when I was there, and dark - I tripped and fell trying to find the (timed) light switch in the dark hallway in the evening. Staff was friendly, but you need to speak Italian.

6/10 Good

Suggestiva posizione dominante il lago.

Stanza al piano terra fredda e umida nonostante i 20 °C del periodo. Il bagno ampio e ben arredato ha come problematica la doccia che avendo il piatto a bordi bassi lascia tracimare l'acqua nella stanza e poi il box non è certo a tenuta. Mi ha lasciato perplesso il prato sintetico e la colazione "continentale" non è certo l'optimum per coloro che hanno problemi di zuccheri. Debbo riconoscere la cortesia e l'affabilità dei titolari.

8/10 Very good

Great place!

Great Hotel overlooking the lake! Can understand why the Pope spends his summers in the region. The only downside to the hotel was the shower head being extremely low (chest height) and that the water leaked over the floor. Other than that it was an excellent experience and lovely people at the hotel!

10/10 Exceptional

stefano maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

8/10 Very good

8/10 Very good

Mirella, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

JACOPO, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Colin, 1-night trip