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Le Bifore

Family-friendly Cortona bed & breakfast in Cortona Old Town with free breakfast
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Panoramic Suite, Lake View
Interior
Romantic Suite, Terrace | View from room
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Via Santa Margherita,25, Cortona, AR, 52044
  • Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial
    1 min walk
  • San Domenico Church
    2 min walk
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    4 min walk
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
    54 min drive

Room options

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Romantic Suite, Terrace

Romantic Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Room

Junior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Lake View

Panoramic Suite, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 76 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, Lake View

Comfort Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cortona

A family-friendly stay in Cortona awaits you at Le Bifore. Within steps you'll find Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial and San Domenico Church. Highlights at this B&B include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this Cortona Old Town B&B you'll find Lake Trasimeno.
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What's nearby

  • Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cortona Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria delle Grazie - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Villa Bramasole - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Camucia-Cortona Station - 10 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bottega Baracchi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Tuscher - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nessun Dorma - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osteria del Teatro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Loggetta - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Le Bifore

Family-friendly Cortona bed & breakfast in Cortona Old Town with free breakfast
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Le Bifore. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Cortona bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1600
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Le Bifore offers 6 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Cortona bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 9 June 2022 to 8 June 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 30 November, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 December - 31 December, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 250 per vehicle (return)
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 15.00 per night
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bifore B&B Cortona
Bifore Cortona
Le Bifore Cortona
Le Bifore Bed & breakfast
Le Bifore Bed & breakfast Cortona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Le Bifore?

Le Bifore offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Le Bifore?

Yep, Le Bifore has a free self car park. Additionally there is valet parking for EUR 15.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Le Bifore?

The closest beach to Le Bifore is Sualzo Beach (16.4 km).

What makes Le Bifore a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Le Bifore.

Is Le Bifore family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Le Bifore is a hit with families.

Does Le Bifore serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Le Bifore?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Le Bifore?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Le Bifore?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Le Bifore, with food and water bowls on offer.

Le Bifore Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful gem!
Our stay was absolutely perfect (except I would have stayed even longer!) our host was very welcoming and friendly. Would love to return for another visit!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luv Italy
Our 5 day stay in Cortona was amazing. We loved the Bifore. Laura was amazing. She bakes her heart out in the morning to make the best breakfast in Italy!!!! The location of the Bifore was central. It is close to the bus stop, restaurants etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le Bifore is unique, I have stayed here twice now and in 2 different suites. The view of the lake from our last stay was amazing. The people here are wonderful. Coming back from a day out is like coming home not back to a hotel. Laura, Margarita and Daniella all have the same focus that nothing is too much trouble. Mariana the owner so welcming and all interested in you. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le Bifore Cortona
Idyllic Tuscan hilltop location used in many film sets . Excellent service and local expertise and advice especially from Laura. Le Bifore is little challenging to locate within the old city walls because of one way system. Use free car park on the South side of Cortona and outside escalators to locate the property. Excellent venue we were only disappointed not to have a room with the spectacular views. First class choice of restaurants in easy walking distance at a complete range of prices from great value to Michelin star. Wifi was variable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a wonderful stay in Cortona! We never wanted to leave!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super view of valley
Stunning view from family room and very close to top eateries !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Phil, Montreal, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is splendid, the breakfast plentiful and the helpful staff provided impeccable service. I would recommend the hotel unreservedly. Our only regret was the enforced early checkout time (10:00). Location advice: to reach the hotel directly by car, you must drive around the outer city wall of Cortona (SP34), enter the old district by the Porta Colonia, proceed on via Dardano, go pass the stazione Carabinieri to turn left on via Maffei proceed until you reach via Santa Margherita where you must make a very sharp right turn to go down the hill. The hotel is located less than 50 M down the hill and you can park on via Santa Margherita within the white lines.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with great view. Breakfast was excellent and staff we very friendly. So close to main part of town. Parking with the car was an adventure. However, hotel meet us at piazza Garibaldi and guided us literally through the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful bed and breakfast. Amazing staff, walkable to everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Staff were wonderful and really friendly, stunning hotel, will stay here again when next in Cortona.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely inn with delightful staff
You can't go wrong with Le Bifore inn in Cortona. It's location is superb right in the downtown area Cortona. The ladies that checked me in and made breakfast were so sweet. The rooms and lobby dining area are lovely. I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is not a hotel it is like you are home from home. Laura Alexandra and Margarita become friends in a moment. Nothing is too much trouble! I really can't fault this hotel in any way.. 11 out of 10 is too little. The most romantic and exclusive location in Tuscany.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Taryn, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The one time you should spring for the suite
Cortona is a such a cute and magical town with views for days. We had booked a normal room, which was to be on the 1st floor, but on arrival we were told that the suite was available and if we wanted to see it we could. The moment we stepped in, my husband and I both knew that we would take the upgrade. The huge, full glazed window looks out over the valley and you see Tuscany in it's full splendor. The design of the place in general is not for me - I'm total minimalist and this place is very Tuscan meets French Chic (shabby chic maybe?) But who cares? The upstairs loft full size bed was comfy, the two arm chairs at the main window were where my husband and I spent most of our time when we were in the room. Parking is a little bit of a nightmare, but the staff is so great! Margarita calmly guided us to Piazza Garibaldi over the phone where she hopped in and then guided through the narrow town streets to a parking spot right out front of the hotel. We knew there was zero chance of getting back into that spot in the future, so we didn't use our car the rest of the time we were in Cortona - which you definitely don't need to anyway! The only negative thing I have to say is that the coffee/espresso was terrible. Breakfast overall was fine, not the best I've had at other BnB's but not the worst either. But the coffee? Something must be wrong with your machine! It tastes super burnt. We tried many different items and they were all quite bad. Really great stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynda, Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful little hotel with a fantastic view. Very close to the bus stop and centre of town. The staff were very nice. Laura was wonderful!!! Very kind and friendly and extremely helpful. Tip walk through the garden. As you come out the front door of the hotel go down the hill and around to the left and follow that road. A beautiful tree lined walk with a panoramic view of Tuscany. Magical!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, charming, perfection!

10/10 Excellent

Thai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation blew me away. So happy with service!
Laura was so so sweet! She's super friendly and accommodating. She recommended some restaurants for us, and helped us booked our restaurant as it indeed did get crowded and reservations got us in with no issues. She also helped us book our taxi. It was daylight savings in Italy, which is a week or 2 after it had already happened in the US, and we had no idea. Good thing she told us, otherwise, we might have missed our train. We only stayed for one night and had to leave super early in the morning, and she got up early just to set up a very elaborate and delicious breakfast for me and my wife. I can not thank her enough. She made the stay so enjoyable. The hotel was clean and had a nice view.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

MONIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Cortona
Wonderful helpful staff, especially Laura. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shelly, Hertfordshire, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in good location.
Lovely hotel. Warm and friendly welcome. Has free parking outside hotel. Wished we stayed longer. Inspite of having to leave early morning a great breakfast was prepared for us.

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a gem!
Absolutely loved this place! Staff couldn't have been more helpful - they booked us restaurants every evening, made us tea and coffee when we returned from day trips and before we went to bed, they even parked our car for us! We stayed in the 'le bifore' suite which has a fabulous view of the Tuscan countryside and the hotel is just steps away from the main shopping street and 5 mins to the main square. Breakfast was also great, best pancakes and croissants we have ever had! Cannot wait to return on our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Kanyarat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Everything was excellent! Mariana and another lady were very nice and helpful. The location was closed to everything. We got the room with the most beautiful view. Wifi was fast. Breakfast was adequate with freshly cooked eggs. Free public parking right in front of the hotel. Lovely elevator. I would recommend this hotel to everyone and will definitely go back again if I go to Cortona.

10/10 Excellent

Mark&Ruth, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning
Cortona is an old friend and a special place as we got married there last year. A perfect location was complete with a perfect Hotel

10/10 Excellent

James & Bonnie, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful hotel experience in Cortona
Le Bifore was a fantastic surprise. We booked it based on the reviews and the photos but arriving in Cortona after a long day's drive and coming upon this beautiful hotel was a perfect way to end the day. Julia was there to welcome us (early) and she gave us a tour of the lovely ground floor sitting/eating area and the kitchen my wife is now jealous for herself. The whole hotel has a wonderful country-chic look with exposed beams and grey linens. Not the usual we had found in Tuscany. Breakfast was delicious and we wished we had booked ourselves for more than one night. Fabulous!!

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fantastic. The best B&B we've ever stayed. I would recommend to all.