Palazzo Seneca, Norcia

Palazzo Seneca in Norcia: location

The hotel is in the historic center of Norcia, a short walk from the main square and close to the Sibillini National Park in the Sibillini Mountains. The palazzo was built in the 16th century by the Seneca family, originally from Piedivalle, a village near Preci. The ground floor still preserves the vaulted rooms from that period.

After the 1997 earthquake the building underwent extensive restoration and reopened in June 2008. After the earthquake that began on August 24, 2016, it passed inspections by Civil Protection engineers and was declared fully safe for use.

Palazzo Seneca in Norcia: services

Each of the 24 rooms is furnished differently. Room types range from the 18 m² Romantic, overlooking the rooftops of the historic center, to the 50 m² Suite. The rooms feature wrought-iron canopy beds and designer bathrooms.

The spa occupies the palazzo's old cellars and includes a Turkish bath, sauna and hot tub. Massages are also available. The Vespasia restaurant serves traditional Umbrian dishes, with Norcia cured meats, black truffles and lentils from Castelluccio. Breakfast is a buffet with sweet and savory options.

Other services include Wi-Fi and a reception desk. Small pets are allowed for a supplement. The property is accessible to people with disabilities. The hotel also organizes truffle and wine tastings, Umbrian cooking classes, hiking and rafting.

Things to see near Palazzo Seneca

Piazza San Benedetto, dominated by the statue of the saint born in Norcia, is within walking distance of the hotel. The Sibillini National Park begins just outside town. Every February Norcia hosts its black truffle fair. Other accommodation is on the page on where to stay in Norcia, while hotels with wellness centers are gathered on the page on Norcia hotels with spa.