Gracious boutique hotel on the sea, in small resort, stunning sunsets - Wow! Helen fell in love with the Villa Sirio before she even went there…then fell for it all over again, when she did!
Right on Santa Maria di Castellabate's traffic-free promenade, next to a little fishing harbour, and overlooking a sea, which seems to be more turquoise with each passing minute, this former summer villa of a noble family, is a gem of a place - exclusive and special. The charming owners of the Hotel Villa Sirio - Alfonso and Rosalinda, their son, Andrea, and his wife, Alessandra - manage the hotel with passion. Great art lovers, it exudes style, with beautiful pictures and lovely furniture. The glass lift is inside the ancient elliptical stairway. The bar and restaurant are elegant.
One of the terraces overlooks the promenade and the sea, and guests can take breakfast or dinner, or have a drink, sitting watching the world go by and listening to the lapping of the waves. Another double terrace, on the other side of the Villa Sirio, has an open air living room on one side, and a jacuzzi tub on the other.
Locals often dine at the Villa Sirio, appreciating its delicate cuisine. Based on fresh ingredients, guests are usually asked to choose from the menu, in the morning. On typically balmy summer evenings, the large sunbathing deck over the sea transforms into an à la carte restaurant - an al fresco dinner to remember. Guests can eat here too, by booking with reception. Occasionally, especially Friday and Saturday nights in July and August, there is a gourmet evening, with soft music. Not compulsory, but highly recommended, the extra charge is well worth it. Alfonso's knowledge and passion for wine and liqueurs shows in his impressive wine list, including wines from every Italian region, and his selection of liqueurs is one of the most extensive we have seen.
The ubiquitous Gino, Head Waiter and general sweetie-pie, has worked at the Villa Sirio for years and he is very popular with Long Travel clients. At times, he really seems to do everything and appears everywhere! He certainly gives the hotel character, and guests a smile or two, and we love him.
On summer days, the large deck becomes a lovely sun terrace and swimming platform, exclusively for Hotel Villa Sirio guests. Very nearby, there is the also the hotel's private section of golden sandy beach and inviting sea.
Many of our clients return to the Villa Sirio year after year - so, they like it too! A new sister hotel, next door and with only 14 rooms, is due to open in July. Watch this space!
Nearest Town:
Santa Maria Di Castellabate
Places of Interest:
Velia, Acciaroli, Paestum, Cilento
Distance to Coast:
On the sea
Internet Access:
Yes
Swimming Pool:
No
Restaurant:
Yes
Other Features:
- 19 rooms, all en-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Lift, restaurant & bar
- Deck/sun terrace with deck chairs, sunbeds and bar service, on the sea 1/6-30/9
- Free use of private section of local beach 1/5-30/10, for 2 deck chairs and one umbrella, per couple
- The deck restaurant is usually a la carte. However, guests on half-board may dine on the deck (1/6-30/9), but it is essential that they book, as space is limited.
- Dinner on the deck will be served between 1930 and 2100 and guests on half-board will move to one of the many terraces, after dinner, to release the tables for other diners. A supplement will be payable for à la carte choices
- Piano-bar at certain times
- Occasionally hosts weddings/functions
- We do not offer the fourteen-roomed sister hotel/residence, next door, but its guests have use of the same facilities
Hotel Villa Sirio bedrooms, most with sea-view and balcony, are all equally tasteful, with sumptuous fabrics and furnishings. For each one, Alfonso has commissioned a famous, modern Italian painter to paint a picture, based on a well-known masterpiece, with the Villa Sirio in it somewhere. This is intriguing.
Standard rooms have views towards the hillside and the Cilento national park.
Superior rooms have superb sea-views & furnished balcony, we love these rooms especially.
Deluxe rooms are larger, with sea-view. Some don't have balcony, but a whole wall of windows and a small sitting area to sit and take in the view! Others have a balcony, with side sea-view.
Suite Europa is spectacular, on two floors, with enormous glass window overlooking the sea. On the second floor of the suite is a beautifully furnished private terrace with a spectacular sea view and jacuzzi.
Suite Daphne is also on two floors. On the second floor of the suite is a beautifully furnished private terrace with a spectacular views of the hills of the Cilento National Park and the sea, as well as a jacuzzi.
"Lovely location just as described - views to die for from our room. " Phil & Heather, Bristol
"The Villa Sirio was splendid. It was possibly the warmest welcome of any hotel we've ever stayed at. " Margaret & Kevin, Hassocks
"We had a most memorable stay in Santa Maria di Castellabate with the choice of hotel, together with the exceptional friendliness and kindness shown by the Grassi family, ensuring an ideal break for us. A highlight was the food - local produce, simply cooked by the hotel and delicious. All the staff were charming and most welcoming, adding greatly to the pleasure and enjoyment of our holiday. It could not have been better and we shall have many happy memories of Villa Sirio to reflect on. " Joy, Enfield
Julie Myerson wrote of Villa Sirio for the Daily Mail, "It's a place of bright turquoise rooms, light-filled corridors, balconies and heart-stopping vistas. Open your bedroom shutters and the water is crashing on the rocks below. "
"Lovely location, sea so warm, waking up to the soft waves against the rocks was bliss. " Nick & Trish, Newnham
"I could happily return - perhaps with a sketchbook and some paints! Such wonderful scenery. " Barbara, Guildford
"One of the best holidays we've had! Scenery, hotel and food all wonderful, lovely people. Already recommended your company, the region and the hotel to friends and we'll certainly be going back one day (soon!)." Brian & Debbie, Wetherby
"Wonderful, wonderful holiday. I left part of my heart in Santa Maria di Castellabate! " Colin & Rosalind, Andover
“The decking on the sea edge was stunning in the evening and a delightful place to have dinner. Our room was very chic and spotlessly clean, with a lovely balcony overlooking the sea." Denise, Southport
HOTEL VILLA SIRIO CAMPANIA HOTEL
PRICES IN £'S PER PERSON, PER NIGHT, SHARING A DOUBLE ROOM, UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
PRICES IN £'S PER PERSON, PER NIGHT, SHARING A DOUBLE ROOM, UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
**B&B not available in August - half-board only in this period
WE ARE CONFIDENT IN OUR PRICES. SHOULD YOU FIND THIS ACCOMMODATION CHEAPER ELSEWHERE, PLEASE COME BACK TO US. WE WILL ALWAYS DO OUR BEST TO BETTER ANY COMPARABLE QUOTE.
Pricing Information (Footer):
• Minimum stay 4 nights in the period 09/08-18/08 • Under 2 yrs free, cot €10 per night, payable locally • 3rd bed for children 2-12 yrs £20 per night (B&B) • Adult 3rd bed £38 per night B&B; £55 per night HB • Insured parking is available, €8 per day, payable locally
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Special Offers
Stay 4 nights or more:
Stay 4 nights or more on a half-board basis (in Superior rooms only), receive a 5% discount – all periods.
Stay 7 night or more:
Stay 7 nights or more, on a half-board basis (in Superior rooms only), receive 10% discount – offer excludes stays during 29/03-02/04 & 05/06–18/09/13.
Honeymoons & Anniversaries:
Complimentary bottle of spumante/flowers & fruit – all periods.
Family offer:
2 adults & 2 children (under 12 yrs) in same room, pay as 3 adults, all periods.
