Palazzo dei Mercanti is a historic residence in the heart of Ascoli Piceno’s old town, perfectly placed for early-morning strolls, long lunches, and that easy, civilised rhythm Ascoli does so well. For couples who have travelled Italy far and wide and want somewhere original for downtime, it’s a smart match: a lesser-sung art city by day, then a quiet spa ritual back at the palazzo.

Travel planning

3  nights sharing a deluxe double room

Daily breakfast

Private transfer from Ancona airport

Palazzo dei Mercanti works beautifully as part of a wider Le Marche holiday. We often pair Ascoli Piceno with the Fortino Napoleonico in the Riviera del Conero (Sirolo/Portonovo) for a satisfying contrast: cultured stone city first, then clean Adriatic downtime. It also fits naturally before or after an inland stretch among vineyards and hill towns.

Perfect For

Couples who love Italy but are bored by the obvious; travellers who value atmosphere, walkability, and a well-run spa; and anyone who enjoys a proper city break without crowds dictating the pace.

Minimal, calm, and well-judged—ideal if you want the palazzo atmosphere and the city outside, without paying for extra square metres. Includes the hotel’s “healthy buffet breakfast” and the essentials done neatly.

A step up in finish, with handcrafted furniture, Danhera amenities, bathrobes and slippers, a free minibar, Sky TV, and a tea/coffee set for slow starts or late returns.

Split into a sleeping area and a lounge-style space with sofa—useful if you like to read, reset, or linger indoors between aperitivi and dinner.

Flagship suites arranged on two levels: living area below, then a dedicated wellness level with a large Jacuzzi tub, multifunctional shower (Turkish bath, hydrotherapy, chromotherapy) and a sauna—built for couples who want their own private ritual.

Originally the palazzo’s working spaces, now reimagined as a cocooning suite with hydrotherapy/aromatherapy shower, plus Turkish bath, sauna and Jacuzzi tub—quietly theatrical, in the best way.

A more explicit “shut-the-door” romance option: separate spaces, an in-suite sauna for two, and a bath with chromotherapy lights—excellent for winter weekends and off-season slow travel.

Breakfast: Buffet-style breakfast is part of the stay.

Lunch & Dinner: CiBo is the on-site “ristorantino/bistrot”, with a seasonal, tradition-aware menu.

Dining outside the property: Ascoli is made for low-key grazing—ask us to steer you towards the right classics and a couple of modern addresses, depending on your style.

● Hotel Amenities 🏨

✓ Seta Spa wellness circuit (sauna, Turkish bath, chromotherapy/emotional showers, Jacuzzi, Kneipp path, herbal teas, massages, relaxing pool)

✓ Restaurant and bar (CiBo)

✓ 24-hour fitness centre/gym (where available)

✓ Parking/valet options (availability and arrangements vary)

● In-Room Amenities 🛏️

✓ Tea and coffee maker (Deluxe and above)

✓ Free minibar (Deluxe and above)

✓ Sky TV / Smart TV (select categories)

✓ Danhera courtesy line in higher categories

Historic residence setting: A palazzo stay designed around contrast—old stone atmosphere with modern comfort cues.

Reservation-led wellbeing: Spa access is managed with time reservations—helpful for keeping the experience genuinely quiet.

A “real” Italian city break: Ascoli’s centre is compact, walkable, and naturally geared to unhurried, cultured days.

📍 Piazza del Popolo – approx. 2-minute walk: Ascoli’s grand living room for aperitivo and people-watching.

📍 Piazza Arringo – short walk: the city’s other essential piazza, more civic and monumental in tone.

📍 Ascoli’s Travertine Old Town – immediate: pale-stone streets and arcades that feel quietly different from anywhere else in Italy.

📍 Pinacoteca Civica – approx. 3-minute walk: a quick cultural hit between lunch and spa time.

📍 Caffè Meletti – short walk: a local institution for a classic aperitivo stop.

📍 Southern Le Marche day trips – easy from here: we can shape the outings around your pace (villages, viewpoints, food-and-wine stops).