Top Hotels in Capo Vaticano
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Discover the best hotels in Capo Vaticano, Ricadi, Province of Vibo Valentia, Calabria including Hotel La Bussola, Baia del Godano Resort & Spa, L'Arcobaleno Resort, Hotel Incoronato, La Conchiglia Resort & Spa, Hotel Cala di Volpe, Hotel Resort Tonicello, Hotel Residence Santa Chiara, Hotel A Turri, Hotel La Campagnola.
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1. Hotel La Bussola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1379 reviews
The Hotel is located in Capo Vaticano Ricadi on Viale Giuseppe Berto, very close to Tropea (8 km - 9 minutes by car). The nearest town to the hotel is San Nicolo of Ricadi which is about 750 metres away - about 10 minutes on foot. The railway station of Ricadi is 900 metres away and is 12 minutes on foot. By train you can get to North way: Tropea (8 minutes), Pizzo Calabro (25 minutes), and other beautiful places along the coast. South way: Coccoriono (5 minutes), Nicotera (10 minutes), Scilla (45 minutes), Reggio Calabria (60 minutes) and other places. Throughout the day there is a shuttle bus service which connects our hotel with nearby Tropea and others places to see. This bus service runs to a fixed timetable. It can be easily reached by car as it near the road which goes from Tropea to Vibo Valentia and is about 30 kilometres from the latter. It can be easily reached by train as the nearest Ricadi station is only 0,950 metres away. The Lamezia Terme international airport is 60 kilometres from our hotel, Reggio Calabria airport is 120 kilometres from our hotel. The nearest beach is "Torre Ruffa" (it is a sandy beach) and is 950 metres away; Here the water gets deep gradually. Our guests also have a beach shuttle service at their disposal to go to "Grotticelle" (Objectively the most beautiful in the all Calabria, gradual depth and with fine white sand). This service runs from the morning and continues throughout the day following a flexible timetable to cover the whole day (Every hour go/back). Grotticelle is only three minutes away by shuttle; At the beach you can take advantage of many services (at prices of the Convention) to name a few: the excursion along the coast (from Capo Vaticano, untill after Tropea with several stops in the most beautiful spots to make the bathing or snorkeling (equipment included), eat fresh fish with drink on board, excursion to the fabulous beaches of Capo Vaticano and many other activities and water sports. Our hotel offers you special beach service rates (not obligatory as the beach is not private one): 1 beach umbrella and sun loungers for € 9,00 per room, per day (2 peoples). It is possible to make a lump-sum payment. Price is exclusively reserved to our customers. Particular attention is devoted to the cleaning of the rooms, every other part of the hotel and to the guest. This is "three star superior" hotel, far 0,500 mts from the centre of the village of San Nicolo of Ricadi. The hotel offer an efficient shuttle bus service from/to the best destinations that must be visited. The hotel is very renowned for its delicious cuisine. We were guests in the italian TV SHOW "Domenica del Villaggio" on Channel 5, "Vecchia fattoria"on Rai 1, We have been reported on the main guides of the sector and on the italian daily newspaper "Repubblica", and we have also prepared the best products of our local gastronomic for some Italian actor of TV series "Gente di Mare" at the port of Tropea. The menu' of our Restaurant changes every day, both lunch and dinner. The pre-cooked food does not exist here, we cook all at the moment. Once a week they organize tastings of Calabrian typical products: "Calabria evening", a multi-course buffet feast during which the best regional specialties are served with popular music, songs and dances.
Perfect stay & fantastic food
Reviewed By HeiduliLeviFriendly, clean and so comfortable settings. Pool area really nice! Staff was just fantastic. Really enjoyed our stay, felt like home after 2 weeks. Bikes to borrow for free. Food was so tasty! Close by up by the church of San Nicolo is a pizza/arancino kiosk that a must ?
2. Baia del Godano Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
The Villaggio Hotel Baia del Godano Resort & Spa is a small gem, embedded in the coastline between Tropea and Capo Vaticano, immersed in the greenery of tropical plants and hibiscus. Modern style rooms near the beach equipped with all comforts. Just a glance away from the holiday village you can see the cliffs of Capo Vaticano with its small bays and the picturesque town of Tropea.
Italian South Sea resort
Reviewed By Philipp HBaia del Godano probably comes as close to a South Sea resort as you can get in Italy. Nice apartments/rooms, a restaurant by the sea with very nice food, the best choices for breakfast we had during our round trip, a well-kept flower/garden zone, a private beach, an open air fitness center and a very kind receptionist who, among other things, organized our parking at our next stop in Matera. Yes, it was expensive, but it was well worth it.
3. L'Arcobaleno Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
This lovely small holiday resort is located in the beautiful Capo Vaticano region and the apartments are set within a lovely well-kept garden with with pool area and offering a peaceful and relaxing holiday. The facilities include bar, swimming pool with jacuzzi and deckchairs, small playground for children, garden with pizza oven, barbecue, private parking place and laundry. The fantastic beaches in the area as well as the beautiful landscape offer water sports, trekking, mountain bike and sightseeing.
We absolutely loved our time here!
Reviewed By Michele KWe loved everything about this fantastic resort. Katerina was wonderful to deal with in the mornings. Sam and Valentina were perfect hosts in the afternoons and evenings and defintely helped make our stay very enjoyable. The other lady, (apologises I can't remember her name) along with the rest of the staff were hard working and very polite. Nothing was too much trouble for them to ensure that we had a good vacation. We are hoping to return next year. The view of Stromboli belching gas is our enduring memory of the sunsets during our stay.
4. Hotel Incoronato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
If you’re looking for a romantic hotel in Capo Vaticano, look no further than Hotel Incoronato. Rooms at Hotel Incoronato provide a minibar and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at Hotel Incoronato guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and a sun terrace. You can also enjoy a pool and free breakfast. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Hotel Incoronato. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Mediterranean restaurants, including Pescheria Gastronomia Antichi Sapori del Mare -Da Francesco, Ristorante Donna Orsola, and Ristorante Trattoria La Campagnola, all of which are a short distance from Hotel Incoronato. If you’re looking for something to do, Capo Vaticano (0.3 mi) and Grotticelle beach (0.2 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Hotel Incoronato. The staff at Hotel Incoronato looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
Great vacation
Reviewed By roell0(More than) great service/people who will help you with any type of request. Every day a fresh two course menu is prepared by the hotel (choose between 3 options between every course). Great price for such a nice hotel. Nice location with beach close by (200m and shuttle service). We just had a wonderful vacantion at hotel Incoronato!
5. La Conchiglia Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
Located in the renowned seaside resort of Capo Vaticano, with an exclusive view of the archipelago of the Aeolian Islands and immersed in an enchanting Mediterranean garden, La Conchiglia Resort & Spa is the ideal choice for those who want discretion and tranquility without sacrificing attention to detail and a cordial hospitality. The 4-star Resort, located in the splendid setting of the Costa degli Dei, has different types of rooms and residences and has all the requisites to guarantee a holiday of total well-being and relaxation. At guests' disposal 24-hour reception, reading area, smart space, 3 swimming pools, 2 of which are heated and with hydromassage, equipped solarium with a front view of the Stromboli, WI-FI connection, uncovered and unattended internal parking, central pool bar, luggage storage, children's play area, relaxation area, equipped private beach, beach bar, panoramic restaurant, spa center, fitness area, padel court, bazaar. The beach of fine white sand is equipped with umbrellas, deck chairs and sun beds and can be reached in a few minutes with a pleasant walk through a private path or with a convenient free shuttle service. The newly built Beach Club is reserved exclusively for Resort customers and is equipped with services, showers and bar. The restaurant delights the palates with delicious tastes of the Italian tradition with a careful and refined touch of the Calabrian cuisine, with its aromas and flavours. Variety of foods and possibility of choice at every meal: from the rich and delicious continental breakfast, to start the day well, then lunch, whose local, genuine and quality ingredients will definitely conquer you, up to dinner, where you can choose between exquisite meat dishes, local fish or vegetarian dishes. Packaged foods and basic products are available on request for guests with food intolerances. The Resort dedicates soft entertainment for adults and children. All activities are harmoniously inserted into the context, leaving guests free to choose the way to best enjoy their stay. Various initiatives related to entertainment, sport, well-being of the body and mind. For younger guests, a reserved area equipped with the possibility, on dedicated days, to be followed with extended hours until late in the evening to give parents the opportunity to enjoy moments of pure relaxation. The pride of the Resort is the exclusive center by Esagono - Salus Per Aquam. Guests can only abandon themselves to the skilled hands of our wellness professionals, who will guide them along a personal regenerating path. In fact, the Spa offers cutting-edge treatments based on advanced scientific research in natural medicine and guaranteed by a professional, attentive and caring staff. Massage room, where you can be pampered by choosing from a wide range of strictly personalized treatments and a relaxation area with chaise longue and herbal tea corner.
Post-Covid revival
Reviewed By martkaplI was one of the first post-Covid guests, and my impression was that they were not yet ready. Hotel is located within the beautiful shores of Calabria. Walking distance to Ricadi train station (no pavement). Hard to get to a grocery store / market on foot (I needed to get a taxi, luckily I was given a phone no. on the way from the said taxi driver). There are 3 types of rooms: lowest standard is close to the sea, medium standard are houses on the premises, and highest standard is in the big building close to the pool. Itaka guests: beware, it turned out that the choice I had with Itaka (sea view or not) was only the choice within the lowest standard! The hotel made a nice gesture (appreciated!) and upgraded us to the deluxe standard. Rooms are indeed beautiful, new, perfectly equiped (loved the shower! An absolute blast!). The whole area is well kept and tidy, very pleasant. An absolute joy to the eye. But: I made it crystal clear I needed a quiet room. I first got a room on the ground floor (felt like in an aquarium, just a few steps from the terrace to the pool loungers….). And it was SO NOISY!!! There are continously either animations or just loud music around the pool. The alternative room we got was on the 1st floor (this is better) but again so close to the pool… and it was the worst experience. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, if you like to sit on the balcony in the afternoon and enjoy a book - La Conchiglia’s top standard is not a place for you. They play the music until well past 23:30 and you can hear the beats even with your window shut. And remember the breakfast is only 7:30-9:30…. It’s hard to get the right amount od sleep there (unless you’re a party animal or you just like/don’t mind the music - you should be fine). I also had trouble sleeping because of the heat, my impression is that the air-conditioned air flow somehow does not reach the corner bed (the small one). The air conditioning turned off automatically while I still could not breathe because of the heat. I was waking up from the heat and stuffiness a few times each night just to change the aircon settings to force it to resume its work. My friend on the big, centrally placed bed had no such troubles, though. The beach is within the walking distance, but do check on Google Earth how the ground is shaped. It is not a mild slope. There is a bus from/to the hotel, but remember the siesta pause (last bus from the beach before lunch: 12:30, then first bus to the beach is as late as 15:00; then two last busses from the beach are at 16:30 and 18:30). There is a lifeguard on the beach who also keeps order on the beach - rarely does one see such a dedicated, hard working person, going the extra mile for his workplace. The first row of umbrellas is usually paid, 10 EUR I think - I was not aware as the hotel did not bother to inform the guests…. Under every umbrella there is a set: one sunbed (to lie down) and one deck chair (to sit). It is frowned upon if you mess it up… At least I was stressed about it at first when I got reprimended in Italian, but then it got better and friendlier. You should take swimming shoes, as the beach sand is with pebbles and the sea bottom is with stones and other weird materials such as bricks. Water is crystal clear, absolutely goregous, could not ask for a more beautiful experience! There is a shower on the „top beach”. But there is no bar (or at least: there WAS no bar when I was there, maybe it was just another sign of the hotel’s slow post-covid wakeup). So, you could not get drinking water while on the beach……. And this is something absolutely unacceptable. My option was soft all inclusive and there was NOTHING to drink at the beach. Did they expect me to walk up the whole way to the pool bar?!! My understanding is that all on inclusive you can survive without any money. And how can you survive on the beach without any water…? A fellow guest advised us to order sparkling and still water for lunch/dinner, the waiter will open tye bottles and pour the first glasses, and so you can, umm, take the almost full with you and it will keep you hydrated on the beach…. This is absurd. We ordered a taxi and bought a few packs of drinks in the nearby supermarket… While we’re at the food: breakfast is 7:30-9:30, lunch is 12:30-14:30 and dinner 19:30-21:30. Breakfast was frustrating as it was very Italian, i.e light and sweet (croissants, doughnuts, muffins, crostata). If you don’t like it sweet, you can only get: always the same bread, always the same ham, same salami, same cheese; if you are lucky: same tomatoes, same scrambled eggs, same fried eggs and same fried bacon / sausage. If you are not lucky you must be patient and wait for refill. Due to Covid there is no self-service, you have to tell the cook what you want, and they don’t put much on the plate (it’s humiliating to keep asking for more and more, and not always being understood). It’s all so inconsistent, we were at first not allowed to take e.g tomatoes ourselves, but then it was self-service, and if tomatoes/other fresh vegetables then why not pasta etc?! For lunch and dinner there is always cold buffet, and from hot dishes: 3 types of pasta (one always with tomato sauce, one always with some frutti di mare/fish, one other) and other main dishes, usually fish, and/or e.g. skewers, with french fries / carrots / peas etc. There was not much choice, to be honest, and whenever I went on a daily trip I must admit I felt relieved I would eat elsewhere. 2 weeks of such food is too much. But also, with all honesty, the food that was there was of excellent quality. Very tasty, always fresh, not some cheap plastic all inclusive food. Compliments to the chef. Still, the hotel must work on the organization: at first dishes were not even signed, then hot dishes were signed in Italian only and those plates were often mixed up. There were long queues and empty dishes far too often. Nobody spoke Polish, as opposed to previous reviews. If you make toasts, make sure you turn the knob („wind up the machine”). All inclusive is so NOT worth it. You get breakfast, lunch and dinner, and aside from that - in the pool bar you can get some drinks from the refill machine (water fizzy/still, regular coke (very sweet) and some other e.g. ice tea or something with aloe or with ginger) and very small portions of lemon or strawberry granita. Refills and granita. That’s all. They charge for everything else - ice cream, chips, anything. There is no gelato (and never was during my stay), just standard „shop” ice cream from the freezer. Also the legendary pizza was such a disappointment!! Thick yeast dough, cut into pieces and not fresh (i.e. kep hot under the big red bulb). The croissants (or cornetti in Italian), also from under the red bulb, were however absolutely yummy. The staff is very friendly, smiling and open. The animation team (Fabio, Andrea, Greta and Greta) were also friendly and otimistic and greated everyone in their native language. However, the hotel seems somehow incompatible with animations. There is no place for a show, for mini disco (kids dance in the dark by the sunbeds by the pool!) and even there is no place for bocci on the beach - I was so unlucky that whenever I chose an umbrella far from where the bocci tournament took place the previous day, it turned out this was the exact spot by the bocci field (full of shouting and laughing participants). It would be good to know where they play so that they can play the way they like and I can relax the way I like. To sum up: I appreciate the staff’s efforts and all that La Conchiglia has to offer, but I am not planning to go back there.
6. Hotel Cala di Volpe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 503 reviews
Basking in the sea of Calabria the Coast of the Gods; a stretch of magnificent coastline of crystal clear sea and white beaches. The Cala di Volpe Hotel Resort lies nestled in its own tropical garden set in a cove between the town of Tropea and the picturesque Capo Vaticano. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and the welcome and care we extend to our guests. Please select from the various accommodation options we offer for your tailor-made holiday:• Residence – Self-catering accommodation (apartments with kitchenette)• Residence – Self-catering apartments with the option to dine with us in our restaurant "I Ricci" on a bed & breakfast or bed, breakfast and evening meal basis, or to eat with us as you like• Hotel Rooms – with either half or full board options.
Quiet mediocre resort
Reviewed By JoanM7200Spent 1 week at Cala di Volpe with my family and it was ok. Nothing special. It’s advertised as a 4 star resort but there’s very little that makes this a 4 star resort. I’d give it 3 stars on a good day. The accommodations were very basic. There was only 1 dining table which was outside and nothing inside. TVs we’re only present in the bedrooms and they had a very limited channel lineup. AC worked really good. The beach was nothing like I was expecting. Yes it’s clean and the water is amazing but there’s rocks everywhere and it’s virtually impossible to enjoy the water unless you buy water shoes…even then it’s easy to injure yourself. Most other beaches in the area have less rocks. Pool area was nice but the cap requirement in the pool is ridiculous and utterly useless. The jacuzzi isn’t hot and the jets are very weak. Pool closes at 7pm each night which is also quite dumb for a beach resort. Activities at the resort are nil unless you’re a little kid and they have some activities for kids. Nothing to really do at the resort. Restaurant quality is ok but prices are very high especially for the area. Easily 40-50% higher than most restaurants outside the resort. The resort was ok but for the amount of money they charge you can find much better.
7. Hotel Resort Tonicello
Overall Ratings
4 based on 351 reviews
Why choose Tonicello Resort and SPA for your holiday? Tonicello is located in one of the most beautiful points of Costa degli Dei, totally surrounded by the mediterranean nature in its scents. The hotel is situated on a panoramic position over the Tirrenic coast and you will have the chance to see the breathtaking colors of the unique sunsets, comfortably sitting in one of our restaurant's terraces: Xanthos bistrot and Le Macine restaurant. Tonicello resort provides an ideal mix of naturalistic values, comfort and convenience in all its services, in order to satisfy any need and offer the most pleasant stay. Help yourself find your relaxing oasis in Tempio di Aphrodite SPA or with the new delivery app service. We look forward to welcome you! The Staff
Beautiful
Reviewed By italy123456782This is a lovely hotel with great service. We were very happy with the room, food, and service. Simone and Barbara were wonderful people who were very helpful with every request. The restaurant servers were very nice; pool and bar nice, and the beach was fantastic. Sandy beaches with great fish to see why snorkeling right off the beach area. Restaurants and bars on the beach area and the hotel drives the guests to and from the beach in a golf cart upon request all day. Just a very peaceful place to stay. Upon leaving, they provide a nice gift of jams as a thank you for staying at their hotel. I would go back for sure. It is off the beaten track so, it is quiet and lovely.
8. Hotel Residence Santa Chiara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
unsatisfying residence stay
Reviewed By giuliabuonomo04unreal wi fi, insufficient shuttle to the beach, beach service not fittable for everyone (very crowdy beach), not fully fitted apartment. hudge and relaxing swimming pool, wonderful jacuzzi, beautiful garden with a varieties of rare animals, astonishing but very busy beach.
9. Hotel A Turri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Hotel “A Turri”, 8 km south of Tropea, in de middle of the green typical Mediterranean vegetation and only 500 m away from the beautiful white beach “Tono” near Capo Vaticano.In our hotel you’ll find double and single rooms, al with bathroom/toilet and a balcony from which you can admire the beautiful sunsets and the view on the Aeolian Islands. You can book full- or half board or B&B. We offer wireless internet access. The transport to the beach and back and the deck-chairs and sunshades are free as well.Hotel A Turri has 12 rooms, all with a balcony from where you can enjoy the enchanting sunsets and the splendid view on the Aeolian Islands. We can guarantee a vacation away from any noise. From some of the rooms you can see the coastal mountains as well as the silhouette of Sicily. The rooms are comfortably furnished and very clean. All rooms have their own bathroom, airco and wireless internet access. We offer our guests free transport to the beach and back and the deck-chairs and sunshades are free as well.A very important plus of the hotel is the quality and authenticity of the products used in the kitchen. Mostly they come from the own ground or from little farms in the neighbourhood. Near the hotel lies the approx. 5 acres Fruit and vegetable garden where a big part of the products are grown. Not only hotel guest are served but also lots of gourmets coming from the whole region which highly enjoy the typical local menu’s.On the menu you´ll find all the Calabresian specialities (as for example homemade starters or grilled fish) as well as Pizza´s baked in our characteristic wood oven.
Best holiday ever
Reviewed By Raphael HLess than 1km from the beach. We had sea views and could even see the Stromboli in the distance. Clean, cozy and quiet, small, family-run hotel. Ignazio and his team are just great. Delicious food and great conversation. We got lots of good advice and help for our trip. Thank you so much! We will come back as soon as possible.
10. Hotel La Campagnola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
See why so many travelers make Hotel La Campagnola their guest house of choice when visiting Capo Vaticano. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. As your “home away from home,” the guest house rooms offer air conditioning, a minibar, and a desk, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to room service, a convenience store, and a gift shop while staying at Hotel La Campagnola. In addition, Hotel La Campagnola offers an on-site restaurant, which will help make your Capo Vaticano trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Capo Vaticano, Hotel La Campagnola is located a short distance from Grotticelle beach (1.3 mi) and Capo Vaticano (1.4 mi). While you’re here, be sure to check out Eden, one of the pubs that can be found in Capo Vaticano, which is a short distance from Hotel La Campagnola. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Hotel La Campagnola as you experience all of the things Capo Vaticano has to offer.
Sea, eat, repeat
Reviewed By NicolaOrlI came here for one night. The hotel is fully new, built on top of a restaurant, same owners. The rooms were incredibly well equipped, 5-star like utilities, including a large balcony with drying rack and table. The rooms were very clean, position was great too, walkable distance from the main beech in Capo Vaticano. The owner was very accommodating, taking also into account that I was pretty late for my checkout, she didn’t complain at all and did’t charge me the extras she could have had due to my delay.
