May 23, 2013

Filanda Palace Hotel

Filanda Palace Hotel The town of Cittadella with its wonderful circle of walls was built in 1220 out of the will of the city-state of Padua. Since then, the most typical peculiarities of the town have been the exceptional circle of walls and its strategic position within the Paduan territory. For a short period Cittadella was ruled by Ezzelino da Romano, and in the second part of the XIII century it had greatly developed and had a strategic role towards the surrounding territory. In 1236, Padua granted Cittadella the right to have its own statutes. During the XIV century Cittadella's role increased and the Podesteria (tenue of a Podestà) enlarged. After many violent happenings, Cittadella knew three centuries of peace, interrupted in 1797, when Napoleon's troops took possession of the whole territory belonging to the Venetian Republic. From 1814, Cittadella suffered also of the Austrian occupation, which ended in 1866, the year when it was finally annexed to the Kingdom of Italy. Hotel Filanda is a modern restoration of an industrial archeological site whose prestigious open spaces once belonged to a XIX century silk factory. Established in 1994, Hotel Filanda provides a high quality service in a spacious and luxurious environment. The 70 rooms , viewing the ancient walls, are furnished with all the modern comforts as air conditioning, minibar, tv-sat, direct telephone, hair-dryer, safe and electronic keys. The restaurant "Alle Antiche Mura" is made up eating areas suitable for both private meals and gala dinners up to 180 guests and offers a choice of regional and national specialities; during spring and summer, lunch and dinner are also served outside, under a gazebo overlooking the garden. The Conference Centre has got rooms which hosts up to 300 people. The Hotel has also a big parking area available, the wi-fi connection and the internet point access free of charge. The fitness centre has a highly qualified staff and a wide range of facilities as sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi and Gym. The uncomparable staying in Hotel Filanda is the ideal starting point to visit the most beautiful sightseeing in Veneto as the Ancient Palladian villas, the Plaster Cast Gallery of Canova in Possagno, or the medieval towns of Marostica, Asolo, Bassano del Grappa as well as Venice, Padua, Vicenza. 70 rooms, of which 3 suites and 5 junior suites, are sunny and provided with all the modern comforts, offer a quiet staying between tradition and modernism. All the rooms, some of them really spacious, has been renewed to offer more comfortable environments. All the rooms are provided of private control air conditioning, direct telephone, frigobar, tv-sat, safe and electronic key access. The Hotel has also a big parking area available, the wi-fi connection and the internet point access free of charge. The fitness centre has a highly qualified staff and a wide range of facilities as sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi and Gym. The uncomparable staying in Hotel Filanda is the ideal starting point to visit the most beautiful sightseeing in Veneto as Vicenza and the Ancient Palladian villas, the Plaster Cast Gallery of Canova in Possagno, or the medieval towns of Marostica, Asolo, Bassano del Grappa as well as Venice, Padua, Vicenza. Located in one of the most famous areas of Cittadella, next the ancients walls of the town, the restaurant "Alle Antiche Mura", has wide spaces indoor and outside that can welcome special events and business dinner as well as wedding receptions. It's an experienced and qualified restaurant which preserves the original taste of traditional food, suitable for all tastes, even the most difficult ones.

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Minibus (6 – 8 passengers)

Minibus (6 - 8 passengers) For the larger family or for a group party of five or more who want to travel together. Pre-Book one of larger vehicles for your party rather than waiting for several taxis. This is an ideal way of getting to your accommodation with ease and style. Your vehicle will be waiting for you upon arrival and whisk you off to your accommodation making your onward journey hassle free. Groups of any size can be catered for.

Minibus (7 – 8 passengers)

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