Luxury 16th-century loft · Piazza Duomo, L'Aquila
A 16th-century palazzo in the heart of L'Aquila, reinterpreted with icons of Italian design.
The house
History, art and design in a single loft
An exclusive loft where history, art, design and technology coexist in an intimate, refined setting.
In the heart of L'Aquila's historic centre, a few steps from Piazza Duomo, Casa Vetusti sits within an elegant 16th-century palazzo and reinterprets the authentic charm of historic architecture in a contemporary key.
Ancient frescoed ceilings, original chestnut beams and heights of over five metres engage with some of the most important names in Italian design: Lago, Foscarini, Flos, Vico Magistretti, Achille Castiglioni and Piero Lissoni.
Every element has been chosen to turn your stay into a true living experience.
Loved by guests, among the top 5% of most appreciated stays
The space
The loft unfolds in a bright, dramatic space with large windows, soaring ceilings and original architectural details.
The kitchen, dining and study area is enhanced by the frescoed vaults of Palazzo Vetusti and features a contemporary kitchen with a Bora induction hob and Alessi accessories. The large table seats up to six and doubles as an elegant workspace.
A suspended staircase leads to the sleeping area, accompanied by a wall clad in wallpaper created exclusively by the artist Giò Bressana.
The bedroom
The sleeping area is designed for a superior night's rest beneath the original chestnut beams.
The Fluttua suspended bed by Lago, in King Size format, is paired with a top-of-the-range Dorelan mattress and pillows plus a 4 cm memory foam topper.
You can choose from four pillow types, in memory foam or natural goose down, to find your ideal comfort.
Design and atmosphere
Lighting is an integral part of the experience. Casa Vetusti showcases authentic icons of Italian design, including the Caboche by Foscarini, the Taccia and Parentesi by Achille Castiglioni, and the Atollo by Vico Magistretti.
Light, frescoes, materials and furnishings create a sophisticated, warm and cinematic atmosphere that transforms the perception of space throughout the day.
Technology and comfort
The building's historic character meets the latest technology. The apartment is soundproofed and features Dyson air conditioning and purification, independent heating, Wi-Fi, a 65-inch Samsung The Frame Smart TV with Disney+ and smart lock entry.
The bright, windowed bathroom offers a large shower with chromotherapy and Bluetooth audio, a smart WC with heated seat, the Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer and a full set of complimentary toiletries.
Collection
The design icons
Each piece has been chosen to converse with the space. A small collection to live with, touch and use every day.
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01Fluttua
Lago
The world's first suspended bed: no footprint on the floor, just the sensation of sleeping suspended in air. With a top-of-the-range Dorelan mattress.
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Evan
Giò Bressana for Casa Vetusti
A bespoke wallpaper designed by the artist in collaboration with Inchiostro Bianco. It covers a 25-square-metre wall along the suspended staircase.
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03Caboche
Foscarini · Urquiola and Gerotto, 2005
A sparkling composition of transparent spheres that multiplies the light beneath the frescoed vault of the dining room.
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04
Taccia
Flos · A. and P.G. Castiglioni, 1962
The Castiglioni brothers' table lamp, still in production today. A classic of Italian industrial design.
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05Parentesi
Flos · Castiglioni and Manzù, 1971
An icon of Italian industrial design that belongs to the permanent collection of the Triennale Design Museum in Milan.
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06Lounge Chair
Charles and Ray Eames, 1956
Comfort, materials and craftsmanship have made it one of the most celebrated pieces of modern design.
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07NeoWall
Living Divani · Piero Lissoni
An elegant, dynamic modular system that in the living room also becomes a comfortable double sofa bed.
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The Frame
Samsung
The 65-inch television that transforms into a picture and blends into the wall like an art frame.
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09Alessi
Kettle, coffee maker and pots
Alessi objects complete the kitchen and turn every everyday gesture into a small design ritual.
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10Bora S Pure
Bora
The induction hob with integrated extraction, minimal and elegant, in ceramic glass.
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11Supersonic Nural
Dyson
Sensors detect the distance from the scalp and automatically adjust the heat of the airflow.
Amenities
Everything you need, chosen with care
- Self check-in with smart lock
- Wi-Fi throughout the apartment
- Lago King Size bed and Dorelan mattress
- Double sofa bed
- Samsung The Frame 65″ with Disney+
- Dyson air conditioning and air purifier
- Independent heating
- Bora kitchen with Alessi accessories
- Breakfast
- Table for six, ideal for working
- Shower with chromotherapy and Bluetooth audio
- Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer
- Towels and complimentary toiletries
- Soundproofed spaces
- Free parking with City Pass
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
On request
Exclusive services for your stay
Champagne on ice on arrival, a private dinner with the chef in the loft, a couples massage, or a transfer from Rome. Add them with a single click when you book.
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WelcomeChampagne on arrival
A bottle of selected Brut Champagne awaits you, already chilled, with crystal flutes and artisan chocolate.
€95 per stay
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WelcomeFlowers and Champagne for a special occasion
For an anniversary, a proposal or a birthday. Fresh roses, chilled Champagne, petals and candles prepared before your arrival.
€180 per stay
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WelcomeFlower bouquet in the loft
A seasonal arrangement chosen by a florist in the historic centre, ready in the loft when you arrive.
€70 per stay
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WelcomeFine Abruzzo wine
A bottle of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva from a selected winery, with a board of local cheeses and cured meats.
€85 per stay
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WelcomeStocked fridge on arrival
Send us your list and you will find the shopping already in the loft, with fresh produce and local specialities. The cost of the products is added to the service fee.
€35 per stay
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DiningPrivate chef dinner in the loft
A chef prepares and serves a five-course tasting menu in the loft, showcasing the flavours of Abruzzo, from L'Aquila saffron to truffle, with paired wines.
€390 per stay
Gallery
A glimpse inside Casa Vetusti
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Where we are
A privileged location
Casa Vetusti is located on Via Vetusti, one of the city's oldest and most characteristic streets, a few metres from Piazza Duomo.
From here you experience L'Aquila on foot, among museums, historic palazzi, churches, restaurants, cafés and wine bars. The location is also ideal for discovering some of Abruzzo's most evocative places.
- Piazza Duomoa few steps away
- Fontana delle 99 Cannelleon foot
- Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggioon foot
- Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Parkby car
- Santo Stefano di Sessanioby car
- Rocca Calascioby car
By car
During your stay you will find the City Pass, which allows you to park free of charge in the resident yellow-line spaces in the city centre.
By public transport
AMA city buses run near the property. On weekdays there is also a free shuttle to the centre.
By taxi
The Radio Taxi L’Aquila service covers the city and connections to stations and airports.
The history of L’Aquila, experienced in the present.
Casa Vetusti is designed for those who love architecture, art, design, technology and the beauty of detail. A 16th-century palazzo told through the language of contemporary design.
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