Résidence U Palazzu is a self-catering apartment hotel in Corte, a mountain town in the Haute-Corse interior at the geographic centre of Corsica. The property occupies a restored historic building on Cours Paoli — Corte's principal pedestrian thoroughfare named after the Corsican nationalist leader Pasquale Paoli — and provides fully equipped studio and multi-room apartments for independent travellers exploring the island's mountainous interior. Corte is the only significant inland town on Corsica and serves as the gateway to the Gorges de la Restonica, the Tavignano valley, and the Parc Naturel Régional de Corse, which protects a vast area of the island's mountain core.
Apartments at U Palazzu are configured as studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, each with a kitchenette or full kitchen, bathroom, and living area. The historic stone exterior is integrated into the urban fabric of the pedestrian cours, placing guests within walking distance of Corte's hilltop citadel housing the Musée de la Corse, the Università di Corsica Pasquale Paoli, and the restaurants and bakeries lining the covered arcades of the lower town. The CFC mountain railway station — connecting Corte to Bastia in around 1 hour 45 minutes and to Ajaccio in around 1 hour 30 minutes — is approximately 800 metres from the residence.
Corte is a practical base for trekkers using the GR20 long-distance trail, day hikers in the Restonica and Tavignano valleys, and visitors interested in Corsican history and culture at the Musée de la Corse. The self-catering format suits multi-night stays without the need for full hotel services, and the location is equidistant from the east and west coasts of the island.
Room types
- Studio apartments
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
Amenities
- Self-catering apartments
- Mountain town setting
- Near CFC train station
- Walking distance to citadel
Location
6 Cours Paoli, 20250 Corte
42.3050, 9.1500 View on map
Highlights
- Self-catering apartments on Corte's historic pedestrian Cours Paoli, steps from the citadel and Musée de la Corse
- Central base for GR20 trekkers and day hikers accessing the Restonica and Tavignano valleys
- 800 metres from Corte's CFC railway station for mountain train connections to Bastia and Ajaccio
- Studio and multi-room configurations for solo travellers, couples, and small families
- Positioned at the geographic centre of Corsica, equidistant from the east and west coasts
Tips for visiting
- Corte's Saturday morning market near Place Gaffory sells local cheeses, charcuterie, and honeys — ideal for stocking the apartment kitchen
- The Restonica Valley road is restricted to private vehicles during peak summer hours in July and August; shuttle buses run from the town centre
- Municipal car parks near Cours Paoli are the best parking option; street parking on the main thoroughfare is very limited
- Book multiple nights if planning GR20 stage walks — Corte is a natural rest and resupply point between the northern and southern halves of the trail
- The Musée de la Corse inside the citadel is the single best introduction to Corsican pastoral culture, language, and history
Accessibility
The historic building stands on a pedestrian street; access from public car parks involves a short walk on stone-paved surfaces. The building may have internal stairs depending on apartment floor. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the residence in advance to confirm ground-floor availability and access arrangements.
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Frequently asked questions
Are the apartments self-catering?
Yes, all units include a kitchenette or full kitchen with basic equipment. Cours Paoli has grocery shops and a daily fresh-produce stall within walking distance.
Is the residence convenient for GR20 trekkers?
Corte is a key staging town on the GR20 long-distance trail. The residence provides a practical base for resting between stages, and equipment shops and trail information are available in town.
Can guests reach the Restonica Valley without a car?
In July and August, shuttle buses run from the town centre to Restonica Valley trailheads as private vehicles are restricted on the valley road. At other times of year, a car or taxi is needed.
What are the nearest airports to Corte?
Bastia–Poretta airport is around 70 km north and Ajaccio–Napoléon Bonaparte airport is around 80 km southwest. Both cities are connected to Corte by the CFC mountain railway.