Stunning location, exclusive access to the cristal clear sea. Oversized swimming pool with salt (sea) watering two jumping boards, relaxing atmosphere, helpful staff. The hotel is in a walking distance from the town (Lipari) and hundreds of restaurants, cafes and the harbour. The hotel provides a free shuttle service on arrival and on departure.

breakfast becomes problematic after the first group - heading for trekking - had their, and this is early in the morning. Some more fresh and local fruit, vegetables, cheese, honey would be very welcome, Overall the quality of the restaurant is not at the height of the hotel. Beds are all singles, just put together, mattresses are soft, pillows are too high. Overall it looks aged, and maintenance conditions are basic.

The location is stunning and don't forget to make use of the private beach to swim in the ocean... glorious. Pool was great too, excellent temperature and plenty of sun lounges to relax and eat/drink the day away. We were very appreciative of the upgrade to a room with a balcony so we could have our coffees taking in the lovely view. Air-conditioning was excellent (and very necessary). Shuttle pick up and drop off from the ferry port is a plus! Breakfast was varied and plentiful, a great way to start the day.

The hotel has plans for a massive and well-overdue upgrade, but I wonder how much the rooms will cost then... for the price we paid, the room was satisfactory but the bathroom felt like a dungeon - there was a very dim light and you couldn't really see in the shower. The meals at the restaurant were expensive and just ok.

The crew of the hotel, especially the young guy and girl of reception in the morning are really pleasant, give us all the facilities to visit the island and good advice on where to visit and to rent a scooter.(Hope they are paid as they deserve to) The Hotel is cool, looks a little classic but really comfortable rooms(really clean), air-conditioning , and good services(pool,breakfast, renting vehicles). The only point to consider it is that it's not close to Lipari port( if you go with child's or have a problema to walk), anyway the hotel have a service of taxi in the port included ( recommend to tell them your time to arrive, and they look for you) so anyway its good choice, i would repeat it for sure. Also if you like to walk it's just 15 mins in an easy way, personally it isn't a problem.

Lovely hotel, great location overlooking the sea and only 10 mins walk from Lipari town centre. Very friendly and helpful staff particularly the ladies looking after the pool area. We had a wonderful stay there and I would highly recommend this hotel. Plentiful breakfast either indoors or on the lovely veranda overlooking the sea. Our room was large with sea views and a terrace with very good facilities. Plenty of places to visit on Lipari and surrounding islands. I would particularly recommend the boat trip to Stromboli. Ferry from Milazzo to Lipari is under an hour.

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Everything was fantastic! The staff were so friendly and helpful. Giuseppe went the extra mile in helping us book our outgoing ferry tickets when we were having problems with our cards. The room was gorgeous! Our view was amazing and I’m not sure why other reviewers have said it looked ‘tired’. The room was spotless and all furniture, although older in style, was in excellent condition. The bathroom was a little dark but nothing that bothered us. The pool area was gorgeous as was the breakfast area. Again, I had read complaints about breakfast but I found it to be an excellent selection of food and always plenty of it. We went snorkeling off the rocks below the hotel which was full of pretty fish and small coral. We absolutely adored our stay and would happily stay here again.

Only very minor things. We weren’t aware the water on Lipari wasn’t good to drink so it would have been helpful to be told that on check in. I think that the shuttle should just run back and forth every half hour all day as a complimentary service but we didn’t really mind the walk too much. It would be helpful to international guests if the phone number for the hotel was on WhatsApp for ease of communication.

stunning location, direct access to the cristal clear sea, great swimming pool with salt sea water, short distance from the town, peaceful place, friendly and helpful staff, a number of excellent restaurants in a walking distance for nice dinners with local fresh food

Breakfast lacks of fresh local fruit, fresh local cheese, local marmalades and local honey, some poor organization. The kitchen is not at the height of the location. Small wardrobe, simple furnitures in the rooms, all of them are standard, with few exceptions. very dated furnitures and services, minimum level of comfort in soft beds, all double beds have two single mattresses.

The view from our room over the ocean was great. Sure, the hotel has a 60's/70's aesthetic but that's its charm - it completely matched my expectations and was similar to the standard of other accommodation we had in Sicily. Great pool, great food and staff went above and beyond to make it a great stay.

Apparently the transfers to town used to be free (according to the friends who were staying with us). We visited town a number of times and the hotel couldn't always take us so we used taxi's. More transfer availability would be highly valued - potentially making them free again.

Words and pictures don't do justice. This was not only one of my favorite places in Italy, but one of the most breathtaking experiences I've ever had. 1-they had their driver come to meet my lady and I at the port for pickup and drop-off to and from hotel. 2-the staff was professional, kind, accommodating, and friendly.(they upgraded our room when we checked in) 3-the breakfast was all anybody could ask for with freshly baked pastry as well as refreshing fruits that helped us start our days off right. 4-the other guests that were at the hotel were some of the coolest people I've ever met in my life. 5- and I'll sum it up with this. YOU WILL NOT GET A BETTER VIEW OR PRIVATE ACCESS to the water like You do here. Ignore any other bad reviews because those people don't know what they are talking about. This place is a hidden gem that you NEED to experience. Ciao.

I didn't like how some haters had bad things to say about this place. It was a pleasure and I'd gladly return.

Very pleasant view overlooking the beautiful sea. The staff is so kind. The hotel has a fashionable authentic vintage style. I strongly suggest it to people who want to relax and keep in touch with nature. It's possible to reach the sea, sunbathe, and use the wonderful pool. A little bit outside the downtown, 10 min walking. Shuttle bus service to the port. Everything is fine.

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This is such a beautiful, distinctive hotel. Being just outside the centre of Lipari makes it quiet and perfectly set up for some ocean swimming by the rocks. Staff were accomodating and lovely.

There’s a few rough edges that you’d expect from such an old hotel, but nothing too significant. Breakfast could be improved to take this place to another level.