10 Resorts in Calabria: Best hotel deals for 2023

April 26, 2023 Darleen Reid

Discover the best Resorts in Calabria including Hotel La Bussola, Popilia Country Resort, Hotel Village Eden, Baia del Sole Resort, Capo Vaticano Resort Thalasso Spa, Baia del Godano Resort & Spa, L'Arcobaleno Resort, Villaggio La Pizzuta, Nicotera Beach Village, Borgo di Fiuzzi Resort & SPA.
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1. Hotel La Bussola

Viale Giuseppe Berto, 89866 Capo Vaticano, Ricadi Italy
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1379 reviews

Hotel La Bussola

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 HeiduliLevi

Friendly, 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. Popilia Country Resort

Localita Cuta, 89843 Maierato Italy
Excellent
70%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1086 reviews

Popilia Country Resort

Located on a hilly area of about 140 hectares, Popilia Country Resort is a modern and refined 4-star hotel, just a few km away from the motorway exit of S. Onofrio - Vibo Valentia and 17 km away from Lamezia Terme International Airport. It is placed at 347 meters above sea level and overlooks a beautiful natural scenery, dominating on one side the Gulf of St. Euphemia and on the other side the green forests and the lush hilly landscape of the Serre. The property offers 16 elegant hotel rooms, furnished in classical style, with panoramic views of the sea as well as of the hills of the Serre. Around the pool are 58 bright cottages (with one, two or three rooms inside). Ideal for families, they are furnished in country style, equipped with all modern comforts and amenities such as air conditioning and private LED TV with digital terrestrial channels, free wi-fi access, safe, fridge, hairdryer. Some of them provide even a kitchenette. The Resort is equipped with a modern and exclusive SPA & Wellness Center, an outdoor swimming pool, an excellent restaurant that offers high quality courses, sports facilities including a 9-hole miniature golf course, fitness trail and nature trails. The elegant spa, with a great attention to details, offers precious moments of relaxation and give the mind a deep balance. The Antica Crissa is renowned for its high-quality food and a professional staff. Warmed by a large fireplace in the winter and cool during summertime, the restaurant serves delicious Calabrian and international cuisine, fine dishes based on fish or meat and genuine polychrome of fresh fruit, partly coming from Popilia orchard. Meetings and Incentives, conferences and conventions, Popilia Country Resort has various indoor environments with panoramic views of the beautiful and evocative Gulf of St. Eufemia. All halls are well equipped with modern facilities, functional for business guests. Always available, the staff will assist you during your stay by giving you advice on interesting places to visit, excursions and transfers.

LOVED IT

Reviewed By CAPI2020

Absolutely wonderful in every respect! The beautiful and friendly staff at this picturesque Resort & Hotel have hosted us for a stay we will never forget. With manicured gardens and a panoramic view of the extravagant mountains in the back ground overlooking the huge swimming pool, this impeccably kept Hotel paints a true picture of Italy’s best kept secret in the South - Calabria! My wife and I have been spoilt with kindness and warmth from the all the team and have enjoyed 5 star luxury including dining at the exclusive restaurant and relaxing in the exquisite spa. We can only imagine what it would be like in summer if Winter was paradise. This is the best stay of our holiday .... 10/10 V

3. Hotel Village Eden

Grotticelle Beach Capo Vaticano Bay, 89866 Tropea Italy 011 39 0963 663949
Excellent
45%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1116 reviews

Hotel Village Eden

One of the most beautiful parts of the Calabrian coast, Tropea town and the Capo Vaticano area treasure the natural beauty, history and most attractive holiday resorts - those where man followed the natural landscape and where hotels and villages are hidden among generous Mediterranean vegetation. Placed literally on the beach, underneath Capo Vaticano, the village is only 30 metres from the seashore. Well developed amid trees and coastal slopes, Eden seems to be the natural part of this most exciting Calabrian coastal spot.

Skip for somewhere in downtown Tropea or Sicily

Reviewed By Gabbi C

This is a lovely resort for local italian families with young children. This is not a resort for international tourists—there are many better options that provide more value for your money. The beach is beautiful, but many staff members are less than friendly, and the atmosphere feels more like an Italian summer camp. If you do not have a car you will be very bored in the evenings.

4. Baia del Sole Resort

C.da Torre Ruffa Capo Vaticano, 89866 Turiano, Ricadi Italy 011 39 0963 663302
Excellent
67%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 780 reviews

Baia del Sole Resort

The Baia del Sole Resort is located on the Tyrrhenian coast between Tropea and Capo Vaticano. It stands in luxuriant gardens facing directly onto the sea, and you can choose from family rooms, romantic bungalows or comfortable bedrooms. Spend your days relaxing completely on our private beach and in the swimming pool, or take part in one of the numerous sporting activities available. Spoil yourselves with tasting adventures in one of our restaurants and experience unique new flavors selected from our menus. There are plenty of activities devoted to small children who will be cared for by staff at the mini club with games, workshops and exciting boat trips.

A beautiful resort with friendly staff.

Reviewed By olgageiling

The resort is set in a beautiful garden and has a very soothing atmosphere. The beach and the turquoise water are amazing for a relaxing vacation. Very friendly and helpful staff, even though some did not speak English at all which made things difficult at times. The rooms were clean and comfy. We had a family room where the kids had their small but separate bedroom. Dinners were of very high quality, but our french-fry-eating, ketchup-slurping kids sometimes had a problem to find something they liked on the menu. They loved the desserts, however ;) The location of the hotel is a bit secluded, so for those who plan to make trips, count on extra budget for taxi to Tropea (50-70€ round trip). Overall, I can recommend.

5. Capo Vaticano Resort Thalasso Spa

Localita Tono, 89866 San Nicolo, Ricadi Italy
Excellent
52%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1308 reviews

Capo Vaticano Resort Thalasso Spa

Located at the very south end of the Italian peninsula, in one of the most exclusive destinations of the beautiful "Costa degli Dei", Capovaticano Resort Thalasso Spa is nestled in the heart of the stunning scenery, facing the Aeolian Islands and the volcano Stromboli. The enticing, untouched nature and crystal clear waters make the Resort the ideal destination for those who love relaxation and water sports. The modern and minimal design, that inspires serenity, exalts the spacious 123 rooms all equipped with large terraces. At the Wellness Centre, Thalasso & Spa, you will discover the benefits of thalassotherapy and you will benefit from personalized treatments. Once your energy is rediscovered, you will taste the refined cuisine of the restaurants "Mantineo" and "Stromboli".

It is a nice stay but for the price near perfection is expected.

Reviewed By Samilausanne

The positive The setting is very beautiful. The room is very comfortable, clean, nicely decorated. The air conditioning and the wifi work very well Breakfast is varied, with quality ingredients The negative The noise. The cleaning staff start at 8.30 and seem to go on the whole day. Noise of moving furniture, slammed doors and vacuum cleaning is bothersome. This could be minimized by asking cleaning staff not to slam door, and by fitting pads under the chairs so the they are less noisy when moved The second issue is the beach. It is not sand but small pebble, very uncomfortable to walk on. There is nothing the hotel can do about it but is a problem for those who came to enjoy the sea.

6. Baia del Godano Resort & Spa

Località Tonicello, 89866 Capo Vaticano, Ricadi Italy 011 39 0963 663460
Excellent
56%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 308 reviews

Baia del Godano Resort & Spa

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 H

Baia 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.

7. L'Arcobaleno Resort

Viale G. Berto Faro Capo Vaticano- Localita Belvedere, 89866 Capo Vaticano, Ricadi Italy
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 219 reviews

L'Arcobaleno Resort

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 K

We 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.

8. Villaggio La Pizzuta

Cascina Cervo SNC, 89861 Parghelia Italy 011 39 0963 600592
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 322 reviews

Villaggio La Pizzuta

Villaggio La Pizzuta is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Parghelia, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Villaggio La Pizzuta offer a refrigerator, air conditioning, and a desk. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and a chapel. Guests of Villaggio La Pizzuta are also welcome to enjoy a pool and free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Parghelia's popular cafes such as Mille Voglie and American Bar, all a short distance from Villaggio La Pizzuta. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Chiesa di Sant'Andrea (0.2 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. Enjoy your stay in Parghelia!

Disappointed with customer service

Reviewed By MonikaKier

Customer experience in La Pizzuta ends the second you depart the premises. My 5-year old daughter forgot her backpack with beloved toys in the reception area. The same day I've tried to contact the hotel via phone and emails, but unfortunately there was no contact/no response to my kind request to send the backpack to my home (of course with the offer to cover all expenses). I understand that hotel doesn't bear responsibility for my forgotten luggage, but it would be nice to have ANY kind of response to my question instead of silence. Other cons: - most of the stuff doesn't speak English, - swimming pool is closed from 1PM to 4PM due to siesta (!) - poor breakfast (there is only bread, jams, boiled eggs, 1-2 types of sliced cheese and meat, cornflakes, fruit and pastries; nothing warm, no vegatables) - no place to dry your clothes and towels in the room - wi-fi in the room non-existent. Pros: - beautiful garden and nice swimming pool area, - friendly stuff; at most times don't understand you, but they try to make it up with the smile, - good location with 30-40min walk to Tropea (but remember you will need to go back UP the hill:))

9. Nicotera Beach Village

Localita Mortelletto, 89844 Marina Nicotera, Nicotera Italy
Excellent
48%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2195 reviews

Nicotera Beach Village

Location: Mortelleto - Nicotera Marina (VV) - Calabria The resort, recently built and tested with years of experience in the hotel (formerly VentaClub), is located in a citrus grove and pine trees, directly on the Tyrrhenian coast, away from roads and towns, where with the sea in the background you can see the Aeolian Islands. It 'an oasis of peace. Access to the sea is short (60-100 m) with wide beaches. In addition, the pine forest closed to cars and motorcycles, with pedestrian walkways, bicycle and on horseback, goes along for 2 km, the blue sea and the beach up to the center of Nicotera Marina.Sandy Beach wide and long. Is 60-100 meters, is private and equipped with umbrellas, deckchairs, showers ect. Access is direct and practicable for the disabled.Facilities: 1 swimming pool for adults and children, 2 tennis courts / soccer field with synthetic grass, pine grove, safe at reception, outdoor parking lot inside and outside unattended. ALL INCLUSIVE / OPEN BAR in 2 Restaurants and 1 Bar:Central air-conditioned restaurant, "CLUB"Breakfast: buffet with coffee, milk, juice, tea, fresh bread,Cornetteria, tarts, biscuits, cornflakes, jam, honey, meats, yogurt, hot dishes (eggs, wusterl, beans, ham, etc..), Fruit fresh etc..

Nice simple complex in quiet area with beautiful sea.

Reviewed By Wanderer471842

Hotel has very nice beach, sea and refreshing forest, very friendly staff, very tasty food and professional animation team. Accommodation is simple and clean situated in nice garden. Whole complex is situeted in quiet area and including everything you need.

10. Borgo di Fiuzzi Resort & SPA

Contrada Fiuzzi, 87028 Praia A Mare Italy
Excellent
30%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
13%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 2015 reviews

Borgo di Fiuzzi Resort & SPA

THE HOTELBorgo di Fiuzzi Resort & Spa is a call to find out what we planned for you: a place which smell of sea and nature, traditions and villages, towers, castles, sea cliffs which dive in the Mediterranean sea. Borgo di Fiuzzi is a wonderful window on Dino’s Island with its famous caves. The coast reflects the typical Mediterranean characteristics, with sand and pebbles beaches, gravel and black sand, to spend marvelous holidays in complete restfulness and harmony with still unpolluted sea and nature. The seabed of Dino’s Island is reach of fauna with a particular atmosphere which remind exotic places but to discover in the beauty and uniqueness of Calabria. Borgo di Fiuzzi is a 4 stars resort, with more than 900 beds, characterized by free plan architectonic buildings with ancient colours, terracotta and local stones, to link ancient tradition and high level resort comforts, with stairs, hall, vaults, roofs and light paintings which remind ancient villages; a place to discover and enjoy, planned for all the needs: comfortable and big rooms for couples and families, beach service, bar, restaurants, sport spaces, showers, gymnastic platforms, meeting and rest points, amphitheatres for kids and adults, swimming pools, spa, everything you can desire in your holidays idea!Everything is planned to welcome and amaze you! We want to create a place you cannot forget and leave you a unique desire…to come back soon!! THE ROOMSBorgo di Fiuzzi Resort & Spa has 344 rooms shared in different buildings connected by stairs and paths. The rooms are characterized by design elements which combine modernity and Mediterranean colours; they are new and large, with all the comforts and services you can need.All rooms are with balconies of 8 sqm, air conditioning with independent remote control, satellite TV, radio, phone, safe, minibar, iron and ironing board (on request), free Wi-fi Hi-speed internet. Bathroom with shower, hairdryer and courtesy line for your body.. Interior is equipped with design elements, Coral Sea particulars, bright curtains and pastel colours. On request they have sea view or Hotel’s square view.Different typologies can meet your needs:• Classic Room: 25 sqm, with a queen bed or, on request, twin beds. The rooms can accommodate 2 persons with possibility to have a 3rd bed in sofa or cot.• Family Rooms: 30 sqm, triple or quadruple rooms in two rooms not separated by a door and with one bathroom; with a queen size bed and twin beds or four twin beds. The rooms can accommodate 3/4 persons. • Family Plus Room: 40 sqm, 2 interconnecting rooms, each with a bathroom, with a queen size bed and the king size bedSERVICESBarOur catering service follows you all the day and offers a relax time every time you wish. Bar Stella Maris is on the 1st floor and has an internal area with a covered sea view terrace. Bar Barracuda is on the swimming pool area and is ideal for a break with nice snacks, ice creams and fresh drinks.Restaurants:Borgo di Fiuzzi Resort & Spa offers not only a restaurant but 4 different choices to satisfy whatever taste!L’Isola: it is the main restaurant, with air conditioning rooms, terrace with roof and sea view, buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with drinks included (mineral water and wine from dispenser)L’Isola che non c’è: kids reserve (4-14 years) with special menu and Mini club staff assistance. Kids have the same parents menu and extra are paid in restaurant;Il Borgo: with air conditioning rooms and roof terraces with sea view, it is opened at dinner time on booking request; it offers amazing dishes of Mediterranean gastronomy with menu a la carte. For customers with full board included, the Restaurant offers discount for adults and kids.Swimming pool and beachBorgo di Fiuzzi Resort offers a swimming pool for adults with adjoining swimming pool for kids. Further, just in front of the Hotel, easily reachable by foot, there is a large beach with stones and black sand, equipped with beach umbrellas, sun bed and beach chairs.SportHolidays are not only for relax but also a reason to take care of wellness! Borgo di Fiuzzi Resort & Spa offers a lot of sports, soft or aerobic, new or professional, there is wide choice: Sport courses for groups, tennis court, , beach volley, beach tennis, sport competitions, Fitness plan with Water Gym, Soft Gym, Inn; kids group swim courses; canoe service with teacher.ShoppingOn the inside of Borgo di Fiuzzi resort & Spa you can enjoy boutiques and bazaar! You will find souvenir as a memory of your holidays, typical products to taste and bring to your friends, everything you need as perfumery, sea equipment for you and your kids, newspapers and tobaccos for each daily need!ToursThe place where is Borgo di Fiuzzi is not only what you can discover inside, but also in the neighborhoods of Praia a Mare there are many places to visit and experiences to make. W will propose you sport tours in the Pollino Park as Quad Adventure or Rafting on Lao river; touristic tours as visit to Maratea Christ, Diamante murals; sea tours with the mini cruise to Dino’s Island and on the ship music and drinks until sunset!Musicals, Comedies and Varietà, are planned for three times in a week. Further, typical holiday villages shows as CABARET, MAN VS WOMEN night, classical PLAY NIGHT, and GUEST NIGHT, with guests as Holiday Village protagonists.FAMILIES AND CHILDRENFamilies will find their dimension and the possibility to relax and enjoy themselves: a restaurant for children 4-12 years and teenagers 12-18 years old, with a specific menu and miniclub staff which will assist them; the swimming pool for children near that one for adults; baby buggy’s rent, baby sitting service (on request and with fee), biberoneria equipped for all babies needs and with assistance during lunch and dinner time: available foods as small pasta, soup, greens, ecc. It is also possible to buy homogenized baby food.Amazing news for your children’s entertainment! PLANET KIDS is the Entertainment Planning for the age of 4-12 years old, divided in: Mini club, 4-8 years, Maxi club 8-12 years with sport activities, games, artistic workshops, disco baby, baby cinema (both inside the resort and on the beach), with professional staff which will assist children during all the day. Special care has given to children show making. Our PLANET KIDS has every week a show interpreted by children. RELAX AND HEALTHSweet care, professionists, natural atmosphere, warm space, light and relax furnitures based on the oriental ideal of Harmony between body and mind as source of health and beauty. For all of you who desire to relax soul and body with exclusive service quality, our Spa offers a wellness oasis which will relax you.MEETINGSBorgo di Fiuzzi meeting centre is equipped to offer business spaces and host all the events. It has all the technological equipments and a capability of 400 places. WEDDINGSThe ideal environment for important events: Borgo di Fiuzzi make your dream real!Imagine the magic of the most beautiful day with a sunset on the sea, Dino’s island which is reflected on the crystal waters, the warm sand, gulls’ flight…Elegant and chic or young and trendy, each event will be with us an unforgettable experience. Lose yourself in the sea and its thousand colours, choosing to celebrate your event in a heaven’s place, make happy all your guests which could enjoy an unforgettable day. Decorations, flowers, lights, torch lights: our staff will lead you until your perfect day.Marrying couples which love sea and its emotions could place their perfect day on the sea, with the music of the waves on the sand. We will propose you white candles, torch lights and lanterns, tables in circle with welcome cocktails. Cold dishes, finger foods, fish canapés, salmon, lobsters, everything which smells of sea!

Dont go here waste of money

Reviewed By Roberto C

I got a key that didn't work, when I went to reception to fix them he said it was not my room then I said this is my room, then he started to tear me out of the room to call me a thief, screamed at me, he took my phone from my hand and said it was not mine, screamed a lot of things in Italian yelled that I was a thief, then when my uncle came and explained that they were my room, I got a nasty apology, the food is bad, rooms are disgusting, buggers on the wall, and bread crumbs under the bed, DO NOT GO HERE !!

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