Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre

4.0 star property
Isola delle Femmine beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and spa

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Escape to Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre, where Mediterranean charm meets upscale comfort. Unwind on the private beach or by one of the four pools, indulge in a spa treatment or archery activity, and enjoy kids' meals at one of two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Children's pool

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Separate bathtub and shower
The current price is CNY1,158
CNY1,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26

Why we love this property

Ocean paradise in the bay
This hotel sits on a private white sand beach with loungers and umbrellas. Beach volleyball beckons, while sailing and snorkeling await nearby.
Business meets beach
Corporate amenities blend with beachfront bliss at this hotel. Tackle work in meeting rooms, then unwind with spa treatments and seaside cocktails.
Culinary delights
Savor Mediterranean cuisine at 2 restaurants with garden, ocean, and pool views. The hotel bar and free buffet breakfast complete this culinary journey.

Room options

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Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Single Room

  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Single Room

  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room Single Use (Plus)

  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room (Plus)

  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Triple Room (Plus)

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room (Plus)

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite Panarea

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite Vulcano

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Salina

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Linosa

  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Liberta' 128/A, Isola delle Femmine, PA, 90040

What's nearby

  • Isola Delle Femmine Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capaci Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Isola delle Femmine Harbor - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Church of Madre d'Isola delle Femmine - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Mondello Beach - 22 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 13 min drive
  • Palermo Sferracavallo Station - 10 min drive
  • Isola delle Femmine Station - 24 min walk
  • Capaci Station - 28 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolce Rosso Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mamaia - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Valentina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gustosita - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪stoccarda - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre

  • Putting you within a 15-minute drive of Palermo Harbour, Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, volleyball, and beachside drinks. 4 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Zisa, one of 2 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A free kid's club, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 237 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Archery
  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Zisa - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Al Saraceno - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property uses some solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number IT082043A1WUEPCWSQ

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Saracen Sands
Saracen Sands Village
Saracen Sands Village Hotel & Resort
Saracen Sands Village Hotel & Resort Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Village Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Hotel Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Resort Beach Congress Hotel Palermo
Saracen Sands Village Hotel Resort
Saracen ds Village Resort
Saracen Sands & Congress
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Hotel
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Isola delle Femmine
Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Hotel Isola delle Femmine

Frequently asked questions

Does Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like archery and volleyball, and practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre also has a private beach and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, Mediterranean cuisine, and garden views.

Does Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre like?

Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre is a short 9-minute walk from Isola Delle Femmine Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Capaci Beach.

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Reviews

Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Sunsets

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly staff, good food, great pool ateas & beach.
Charles, 7-night trip
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4/10 Fair

I didn't enjoy sleeping on the hard plastic wrapped bed. Very sterile and stripped down. I also hated that there was no hot water kettle or coffee maker in the room. It was a pain having to walk to the lobby for hot water. The breakfast was good though
julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

While we did not know what to expect and were simply looking for a hotel near the Palermo airport, this hotel was a very nice surprise. Great beach and friendly staff.
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location with great facilities, we enjoyed the pools and private beach access with chairs and umbrellas. Would definitely come back!
Stacy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Big hotel clean, we had a big room with 2 queen beds Food was good too! Conveniently placed at 20 minutes from the airport! Nice beach too!
PATRICK, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant staff
Antonietta, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Facility was really clean , the stuff at the restaurant was really rude , I don’t recommend this hotel at all you come on vacation to se angry faces no thank you , and I’m talking about the stuff on the kitchen and dining ara especially the host lady
Oscar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to the beach and great breakfast including GF options. The water took a long time to get hot.
Antonio, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I returned to the Saracen for the second time with my family. I strongly recommend for family with kids, great fun with the animator team both on the beach with music, exercises and in the evening with dancs and entertainment. The food was different and lots of variety however often it was not very warm and not much fresh fruits in the morning.
Roberta, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was where we stayed the night before our 6am flight home, so we were mainly there for proximity to the airport. It's still 16 minutes drive from the airport but the closest I could find. The staff were really helpful in lining up the shuttle to/from the airport, but the shuttle is pretty expensive, at 55 Euros at 4:30am. (35 Euros during the day.) The room was clean and we ate both lunch and dinner in the hotel dining room. The food is reasonably priced and decent. Breakfast was included in our room but since we left at 4:30am, they provided us with a packed breakfast to take with us. My only wish was that there had been a way to walk out the back of the hotel down to the beach. I gather that it may be less safe to walk on the beach at night, but we would have gone down there during the afternoon if we'd been able to get through there.
Allison, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The private beach is in front of hotel with sun loungers and sun umbrellas for guests included in the price. Delicious buffet dinner.
Danny, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Used for one night before early flight home to save the early morning drive across Palermo. Will definitely use again during next visit. The self service buffet evening meal is a very good value, with excellent choices for the money
Keith, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This is a nice hotel, with very attentive staff, and big rooms. The beach is beautiful and the mountains in the backdrop are stunning. Outstanding sunsets. Close to airport and Palermo. Food is buffet and so hard to get excited about.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The customer service was very ice and all though it wasn't really that busy it was what we needed for the price. The rooms weren't as great as the pictures showed however we were only in them to sleep and that was ok. They provided GREAT SERVICE
Nita, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying here for one night pre early flight home, had the buffet dinner which we had earlier in the year also but this time although good had a much reduced choice, we had recommended the stay to friends also and told them of the wonderful buffet so was disappointed
Keith, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

If you book from a third party site, make sure they give you the right type of room. Breakfast options were limited. Air conditioning only went down to 22 degrees (hardly cooled the room). Room had tatty wallpaper in places. Too noisy to sit out and enjoy the balcony. The staff were very pleasant and polite. We will not be booking here again.
Hattie, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

If you want a quiet holiday, this is not for you! Lots of large groups of holiday makers, loud music at both sides of the site. No options for eating unless you opt for full board (only one bar snack available, toasted sandwich) and limited bar options (the bar near reception closes at 5pm). But staff are helpful and welcoming, and premises kept very clean.
Keith, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

The hotel is in good location, but needs modernization. Most of the staff were very nice and made our stay at hotel but more comfortable. As my wife is a vegan she found it very difficult to get vegan food. More needs to be done in this area. The staff tried their best to help us but the language barrier made it a challenge. One of the reason we chose Saracens hotel is that on the website, we were lead to believe we would have use the swimming pool, spa facilities , sauna, jacuzzi. But nothing was open.
Pyarelal Jagjivan, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Does what it says on the tin!

It is what it says it is - a conference hotel. We stayed there one night because it is convenient (10 min drive) to Palermo airport but it was completely rammed with conference goers. The hotel reception and service staff simply could not cope with the volume. Bedroom was an odd layout and very plasticky but it was clean and the bed was comfortable. Located next to a nice looking beach but we felt this was more a transitory stop than a longer term destination. Couple of nice restaurants nearby.
Nigel, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Food was not good

We stayed here for one night. It’s a very large resort hotel so we didn’t do much since we were passing though in between other destinations and plans. The pool was basic and the large one was closed for some reason when I tried to take my kids. I did not go to the beach which looked nice. The biggest bummer was their buffet dinner (30 euro per adult). It was not good at all. Food did not seem fresh and reminded me of cafeteria food. The rooms were clean and comfortable though. Very loud at night with music.
Radha, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Uncomfortable Budget Hotel Claiming 4 Stars

My gripe with this hotel is that it has a lot of potential to be a nice resort—as it’s facing one of the nicest beaches I’ve ever been to—but it lies about being a 4 star hotel. 4-star hotels, at a minimum, typically have room service, vending machines for after-hours food, and if not, some other form of late night food option. Saracen Sands Hotels offers NO OPTIONS for food after 10pm, so if you get there late and you don’t bring groceries or food with you, you will have a tough time eating. Another pet peeve of mine is that the hotel is stingy with how cold they let your room get. It can’t be colder than 22 degrees Celsius. Most hotels allow up to 18. We were sweating for part of the night and the staff refused to override the code and bring down the temperature. I would’ve gladly paid more money for a cooler room. Long story short, when you arrive at the hotel, it looks nice. Sort of like a Hilton. But then you realize almost everything is self-serve (you even need to go to the hotel front-desk to get pool towels because they don’t have them available at the pools or beach), the rooms are uncomfortable and let lots of noise through, and it’s hard to find food after 10pm.
4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Nicodemo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and cozy place
Fouad, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Italy 😍loved there
Mahsa, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

10/10
alessi, 5-night trip