Hotel L'Ancora

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Set 984 feet from the Tyrrhenian Sea in Capo Vaticano, family-run Hotel L'Ancora offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony. It has a pool, sun terrace and restaurant, and is a 5-minute drive from Ricardi Train Station. The property also features a private beach area, which is serviced by a free shuttle bus. Rooms at the Hotel L'Ancora come with satellite TV, a safe and mini-bar. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. "Free WiFi is wifi available in the common area not behind closed doors" Homemade cakes and orange marmalade are served as part of the continental breakfast. The restaurant serves traditional Calabrian recipes, using characteristic local ingredients such as Tropea’s red onions, and the spicy ‘Ndujia sausage. The swimming pool is surrounded by fruit trees and palms, and there is also a children’s pool. Staff can organize excursions to the Eolian Islands, Calabria as well as boat tours. The property is 6.2 mi from Tropea, and free private parking is provided on site. Lamezia Terme Airport is 40 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Giancarlo
Canada Canada
“Fantastic location. The pool was great. Breakfast was great.”
Harrison
Australia Australia
“Amazing location, it was calm and quiet during our stay in May. A brief walk down to the beach and a free shuttle bus option (appreciated for the hill back up). Sensational staff, all very helpful and friendly! Amazing inclusive buffet breakfast.”
Anne
Australia Australia
“Located very close to the beach with a shuttle available. Very nice pool with sun lounges. Breakfast had a good selection. Rooms dated but very clean. Free parking was good.”
Renae
Malta Malta
“The hotel is in a great location, just a few minutes from Grotticelle beach. The hotel offers a free shuttle service multiple times a day to allow for ease to get down and up from the beach since the whole area is on a hill. The hotel has a...”
Mojca
Slovenia Slovenia
“Everything was perfect! It was above expectations! But I have to specially mention the stuff: in the reception, in the restaurant, everyone was so friendly and always took time to greet you, explain you things, always smiling, this was so great to...”
Zsuzsanna
Hungary Hungary
“Perfect for 1-2 nights in the vicinity of beautiful beaches of Le Grotticelle.”
Vicki
Canada Canada
“Close to beach with a van that runs to and from beach”
Zuzana
Slovakia Slovakia
“We had a very nice stay. Everything was perfect. Fabulous breakfast and very nice staff of the hotel.”
Helga
Belgium Belgium
“Everything exceeded our expectations, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the meals were exquisite, fresh and pure cuisine.”
Anne
Finland Finland
“The hotel had a nice setup with a cosy yard/garden with beautiful plants. 200m to the beach. Easy walking if you are reasonably fit, but there is also a bus shuttle from the hotel. (Useful to have a car if you want to explore other places)”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Ristorante #1
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Hotel L'Ancora

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • Bar

House rules

Hotel L'Ancora takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
€ 12 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The private beach, in collaboration with, is located at Grotticelle, the most renowned beach in the Capo Vaticano area, along the Costa degli Dei, and has an additional daily fee.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel L'Ancora of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 102030-ALB-00040, IT102030A1ZDNDS2CM

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