Villa Forti
About the hotel
Garden and Lake Views :
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings and picturesque views of the garden and lake from Villa Forti, located in Castel Gandolfo.
Comfortable Accommodation :
Relax in air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and private bathroom. Some rooms even feature a fully equipped kitchenette for added convenience.
Family-Friendly Amenities :
Families with children will appreciate the outdoor play equipment available. Additionally, guests can explore the area through cycling and enjoy free WiFi and parking during their stay.
Book your stay at Villa Forti for a memorable experience in Castel Gandolfo.
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Heating
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Hiking
- Luggage storage
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Horse riding
- Golf course
- Ironing service
- Tennis court
- Canoeing
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Private parking
- Sun terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Accessible parking
- Board games/puzzles
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Beach
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Fire extinguishers
Check-in and check-out
- Check-out
- until 10:00
Guest reviews
Exceptional
Great views, tranquil location, attractive and comfortable accomodation. Lots of hills!
Liked: Lovely old Italian villa with a mix of charming original features and modern flair. Friendly welcome, good communication. Access to garden and roof terrace with views over the lake. Quiet and tranquil location. Very near to the train station to Rome and to the village square and Papal Palace.
Disliked: The hill! Steps up to the villa from the lake or station and more steps up to the square. A reasonable level of fitness is needed to stay here!
Liked: Villa Forti was excellent. The host had thought of everything to make the stay welcoming and comfortable. It is in an excellent location with amazing views from the roof. The room itself was lovely. I hope to stay again sometime in the future.
Disliked: Checking in was a little confusing. The directions to get to the gate were excellent but I wasn't sure what to do once I arrived at the gate.
It was really nice and the village was really pretty to visit, we came for a conference
Liked: We loved the view of the lake
Disliked: Walking up the hill from the gare
Beautiful rooms, but everything else awful
Liked: Beautifully appointed room.
Disliked: Management needs to tell guests that one of the main routes to the entrance is inaccessible due to road work. I drove around in circles several times, trying to find the entrance. After speaking with the person on duty, they sent me several text messages with directions. Well, when it's dark and you're driving on narrow roads, you can't keep checking messages. I followed the directions they sent me but missed the turn into the property, which is not marked by a sign or even simple reflectors. After I saw that there was an unmarked turn-off, I finally reached the place. Then I was told I couldn't park up above and had to drive down to the bottom of the property. Then I had to haul my bags up a miserable amount of distance - all uphill. You need a handful of keys to get in, none of them marked. The room itself was beautiful and well-equipped. I had to text management to find the cutlery. They replied in about 1-2 hours. Castel Gandolfo has two main tourist areas, one at the top of the hill and one at the bottom where the lake is. This place is in between, so you can walk 10 minutes uphill or 10 minutes downhill to eat. Either way, you're going to spend 10 minutes trekking uphill. I've been to Castel Gandolfo several times. If you stay at the top, it's pretty easy. Staying in between is a nightmare. This hotel has no restaurant or bar, so you have to trek up or down just for a snack. Now, I am not a flabby tourist. I have walked around Matera and Abruzzo, for example. I've done the Volo dell'Angelo between Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa. Just dragging my suitcase up to my room at this hotel was unpleasant. If you are German and travel with your hiking poles, you might not mind this. But as a 72 year old with asthma, I didn't sign up for this. There are plenty of places in the area where it's easier to access attractions.
Breathtaking views
Liked: As other have mentioned, this property has STUNNING views over Lake Albano which is certainly the highlight. It is relatively well-equipped with a washing machine and small kitchen, though some essentials (such as sugar, salt, coffee etc) in the kitchen wouldn’t go astray. There was some water in the fridge (which was appreciated), but nothing else - so come equipped! The location is very convenient, located between the station and the Centre, making traversing between the two on foot relatively simple. That being said, it is on quite a steep hill so those with mobility issues or young children may certainly be challenged by the mount of uphill walking (on cobblestones, with steps) required. We visited in summer and enjoyed a visit to Lake Albano for a swim, which was a convenient 5 minute drive away.
Disliked: The only slight hiccup was issues with the power. It seems to be a problem with the fuse box as we lost power to part of the house more than once (including the air conditioner) making sleep difficult.
Fabulous host, unbeatable location, and a view that will stay with me for ever!
Liked: Location is amazing! Property suitable for a family of four with all necessities.
Disliked: Nothing
Good to know
Once inside the gate, parking is on the left.To reach the rooms exit the driveway gate and follow the small pedestrian road on the left. Access is at the third gate.
1148 feet from lake.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Villa Forti compared with other hotels in Castel Gandolfo
Based on guest scores and reviews for 106 places to stay in Castel Gandolfo. Distances as the crow flies.
- by guest reviews in Castel Gandolfo
- 18th of 106
- its score; the average in Castel Gandolfo is 9.1
- 9.0
- guest reviews
- 68
- from the centre of Castel Gandolfo
- 100 m
What’s near Villa Forti
Distances from the hotel as the crow flies.
- Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) 7.5 km
Frequently asked questions about Villa Forti
What are the check-in and check-out times at Villa Forti?
Check-out is until 10:00.
Does Villa Forti have parking?
According to the hotel: parking, free parking, private parking, accessible parking. Ask the hotel whether you need to book it and whether there is a charge.
Are pets allowed at Villa Forti?
Yes: pets allowed. Let the hotel know when you book in case there is a supplement or a size limit.
How far is Villa Forti from the centre of Castel Gandolfo?
About 100 m from the centre of Castel Gandolfo, as the crow flies.
