Etruscan loft · Tarquinia
Sleep like the Etruscans in the heart of Tarquinia
45 m² of stone and tufa vault in the historic centre, with a real Etruscan butto beneath a glass floor.
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A home with an Etruscan butto, to live in
Exposed stone, a tufa vault, oak parquet and soft light. A holiday home for two in Tarquinia's historic centre, with a real Etruscan butto in the floor and every comfort of a modern home: air conditioning, Wi-Fi, kitchenette, glass shower and linen included.
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Inside Il Butto
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The Etruscan butto
A piece of history beneath your feet
Set into the loft's floor is a butto of Etruscan origin, reworked in the Middle Ages. From above, through the glass, you can see amphorae, plates and grave goods, lit at any hour of the day by a motion-sensor light. It is not a display-case replica: it is the heart of the house.
Amenities
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Coffee & tea
Nespresso coffee, tea and water available. Wine glasses and a kettle in the kitchenette. Breakfast is not included.
The lit-up butto
An Etruscan butto with its grave goods, visible through the glass floor, lit at any hour by a motion-sensor light.
Self check-in
Arrive whenever you like: self-opening link after document verification.
A/C and Wi-Fi
Air conditioning, fast Wi-Fi, wall-mounted TV and linen included.
Right in the centre
On foot to squares, museums and restaurants. Parking nearby.
Private shuttle
On request, a private shuttle to or from the airport or the port, to suit your needs: ask Roberto.
Local experiences
Guided visits to the Necropolis, local wineries and distilleries: ask Roberto.
Self check-in
Come in whenever you like, on your own
No keys to collect, no schedules to fit around. Four steps and you're in.
- 1
Book on WhatsApp
Message us your dates: we confirm availability and send you the guest-details link by email or WhatsApp.
- 2
Fill in your details online
Enter every guest's details and upload the ID documents. It takes a few minutes, before you arrive.
- 3
We check your documents
Roberto checks and approves the documents. If anything is missing, we message you right away.
- 4
Get your link and open the door
Once your documents are approved you receive the self-opening link. Come in whenever you like, even on your own, from 15:00.
Around you
In Tarquinia's historic centre
Via Venti Settembre 32, on foot to squares, museums, the Necropolis and restaurants. Parking close by and the sea a few minutes away. Roberto will tell you where to eat and what to see.
- Monterozzi Etruscan NecropolisHundreds of painted tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- National Archaeological MuseumIn Palazzo Vitelleschi, home to the famous Winged Horses.
- Ara della ReginaThe Civita archaeological plateau, close to the necropolis.
- Old town and the seaWalls, towers and Romanesque churches; Tarquinia Lido a few minutes away.
Where to stay in TarquiniaMuseum and NecropolisThings to do in TarquiniaWeekend near RomeEtruscans and Etruscan history
Eat and live Tarquinia
Trusted addresses
Where to eat
- Cardo Social LabBreakfast, aperitifs and quick lunches at Piazzale Europa, about 300 m away.
- LurmareSeafood restaurant by chef Emiliano Masala.
- Bacco per BaccoRestaurant and wine bar with over 300 Italian and international labels.
- Gelateria GambellaIn Piazza Cavour, with local flavours.
- Il TrabuccoIn Santa Marinella (about 30 minutes): seafood served on stilts over the sea.
Experiences with Roberto
- Etruscan guided tourWith a certified guide: UNESCO necropolis, National Museum and old town. Half day or full day.
- Cesto EtruscoPicnic basket with linen tablecloth and glasses: pick up lunch at Cardo Social Lab and head to the beach.
- Cantina Muscari TomajoliGuided cellar visit with producer Marco Muscari.
- Distilleria NumaGuided visits and tastings in Tarquinia.
Book them through Roberto, even after you arrive.
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Reviews
What guests say
Love this place! It's comfortable, cozy and has everything you need for a great visit to Tarquinia! Easy to get around, easy to park. I love the Etruscan feel and experience! And being able to see Etruscan artifacts and an original Il Butto right through the floor really makes it special! I highly recommend this place and the service by the owner was excellent. An authentic experience!
A very kind host, happy to give tips on getting the best out of the city. Clean home, cared for in every detail, with a gem waiting to be discovered.
A really lovely, clean and functional loft in the centre of Tarquinia, close to parking. Definitely recommended.
A really pleasant stay! Clean, welcoming home with everything you need. Convenient location and kind, helpful hosts. We felt very comfortable and will gladly come back!
A well-kept loft in a strategic spot to visit the Tuscia area and the sea. Roberto, the owner, is helpful and friendly.
A very welcoming place in Tarquinia's historic centre. We found it very comfortable and clean, and the owner was available for our every need. Absolutely worth trying!
Excellent, in a central, well-served area. Welcoming and very clean. Recommended.
FAQ
Before you book
Where to stay in Tarquinia?
Il Butto is a holiday home in Tarquinia's historic centre, at Via Venti Settembre 32: on foot to squares, museums and restaurants, with the Etruscan Necropolis a few minutes away by car and the sea at the Lido not much further. Find out what staying at Il Butto is like.
What is the butto?
It is a structure dug into the ground, of Etruscan origin and reworked in the Middle Ages, opening into the loft's floor. From above, through the glass, you can see amphorae, plates and grave goods, lit at any hour of the day by a motion-sensor light.
How does self check-in work?
After booking you receive a link to enter your guest details. Roberto checks the documents and, once approved, sends you the self-opening link: come in whenever you like, from 15:00. Check-out is by 10:00.
How far is Il Butto from Rome?
Tarquinia is about 50 minutes to 1 hour by car from Rome, depending on traffic; Fiumicino airport is about 45 minutes away. It is the ideal base for a weekend near Rome, even arriving late thanks to self check-in.
How do I book?
Directly on WhatsApp, with no middlemen: choose arrival and departure in the bar at the top and your message opens ready to send. Roberto replies with availability and price. There is no online payment.
Is breakfast included?
No, breakfast is not included. You will find coffee, tea and water in the loft, and about 300 metres away, at Piazzale Europa, Cardo Social Lab for breakfast and aperitifs.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not accepted.
Is there parking, and how far is the sea?
There is parking nearby: when you book, Roberto tells you the most convenient spot. Tarquinia Lido, with its beach, is a few minutes away. On request, you can also book a private shuttle to or from the airport or the port.
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Ready to sleep above an Etruscan butto?
Choose arrival and departure in the bar at the top: WhatsApp opens with your message ready. Roberto replies with availability and price.
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