L'Aquila Hotels
L’Aquila General Information
Extolling the virtues of a place like L’Aquila has never been difficult for those charged with the task. In the wake of a capricious and violent natural disaster however, the job is done evermore willingly and indeed, with plenty more gusto. The history of the region of Abruzzo is infamously littered with earthquakes but on April 6, 2009, a big one struck the province of L’Aquila and eponymous capital city. Thousands of buildings, many of priceless heritage value, were damaged by the tremor and subsequent aftershocks, but much more devastatingly, 308 people lost their lives. ... Read more »
While structural signs of the earthquake’s wrath still linger, L’Aquila has rebounded gamely and vigorously. The proud city of 73,000 people after all, is still a beauty. L’Aquila is nestled in a picturesque river valley flanked by the dramatic Apennine Mountains, with spectacular Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park nearby. L’Aquila’s compact cityscape of Baroque and Renaissance architecture is notable, even by Italy’s lofty standards, and unfurls a remarkable array of treasures. Some of the best include the Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio, Rocca Calascio fortress, Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo in the Forte Spagnolo, Basilica di San Bernardino and iconic Fountain of the 99 Spouts.
Attractions
- Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio
- Rocca Calascio
- Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo in the Forte Spagnolo
- Fontana delle 99 Cannelle (Fountain of the 99 Spouts)
- Basilica di San Bernardino
Activities
- La Perdonanza
- Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park
- International Film Festival of L'Aquila
- L'Aquila Rugby 1936 at Stadio Tommaso Fattori
- Ski Resorts
Restaurants
- Trattoria del Giaguaro
- La Matriciana
- Ristorante San Biagio
- La Fiaccola
- Antico Roma
Nightlife
- Corner
- Discoteca Mythos
- Bar Belvedere
- Bar Cin Cin
- Bar Del Teatro
Climate
L’Aquila has an oceanic climate, greatly affected by the nearby Apennines, with cold winters and hot summers.
- Winter (December to February) -2-8°C
- Spring (March to May) 1-21°C
- Summer (June to August) 11-28°C
- Fall (September to November) 3-23°C
Amiternum Hotel L'Aquila
3 Stars$96
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Localita Sant Antonio L Aquila 67100
The Amiternum Hotel's comfortable accommodation, convenient facilities and efficient staff ensure that guests are trea... More hotel details
IL Castello Hotel L’Aquila
3 Stars$113
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Piazza Battaglione Alpini L Aquila 67100
Featuring traditional courtesy and generous hospitality, Il Castello Hotel L'Aquila renders comfortable accommodation ... More hotel details
Federico II Hotel L' Aquila
4 StarsOn request
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Via Strinella L Aquila 67100
Offering a good position, this Federico II Hotel L' Aquila with comfortable accommodation and excellent services welco... More hotel details
Dina's Hotel Rivisondoli
3 Stars$126
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Viale Regina Elena 119 L'Aquila Rivisondoli AQ 67036
Situated in the centre of Rivisondoli, Dina's Hotel Rivisondoli offers relaxing and comfortable accommodation along wi... More hotel details
