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About this property
Set 300 metres 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 boasts 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 minibar. 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 typical 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 organise excursions to the Aeolian Islands, Calabria as well as boat tours. The property is 10 km from Tropea, and free private parking is provided on site. Lamezia Terme Airport is 65 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Garden
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Helga
Belgium
“Everything exceeded our expectations, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the meals were exquisite, fresh and pure cuisine.” - Anne
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)” - Katarzyna
Poland
“The receptionists went an extra mile to be as kind and helpful as possible. The gentleman who operates a van was super nice. Breakfasts were good, there was plenty of food.” - Lazar
Austria
“Sve je bilo odlično,osoblje ljubazno i uvek na usluzi,čistoća na najvišem nivou,peškiri se menjaju svaki dan,kao i posteljina,hrana je ukusna,piće se plaća ali cena nije visoka,transfer na more je takodje odličan,iako se stiže za 5 min peške,sve u...” - Melirobi
Switzerland
“Das Hotel war mit Seewasser Dekoration ausgestattet. Man fühlte sich, als wäre man auf einer Kreuzfahrt. Super tolles Innenhof. Die Lage war sehr Nahe am Meer. Ca. 7min. zu Fuss erreichbar. Restaurants ausserhalb des Hotels waren auch in...” - Alessandra
Italy
“Propietà carina ma che potrebbe essere curata di più, specialmente la piscina che aveva acqua un po’ opaca Grande problema con le zanzare” - Andra
Italy
“Questo hotel è semplicemente stupendo. Con una bellissima piscina e il mare che si trova a 3 minuti e piedi. Ci siamo goduti ogni momento e grazie alla posizione siamo riusciti a spostarci facilmente a Tropea e a Scilla. Un' altra nota positiva è...” - Savino
Italy
“La posizione e la gentilezza dello staff, ottima colazione e pulizia delle camere .” - Viviana
Italy
“-Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo; - Sia la colazione che la cena sono state abbondanti e varie; - Staff gentile e disponibile; - La spiaggia di Grotticelle è raggiungibile anche a piedi ma è molto utile e comodo il servizio navetta soprattutto per...” - Mariella
Italy
“Posizione ottima vicino al mare, colazione ricca e buona vasto buffet, cibo fantastico ottimo chef, pulizia top, staff gentile, offre un servizio navetta gratis ottimo, hotel tranquillo, se cerchi mare e relax é il posto adatto, ottima anche la...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Ristorante #1
- CuisineItalian
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Access to the private beach comes at an extra cost of EUR 30 per day. For period of May, June and September €35, July and August €40, which includes a parasol and 2 deck chairs (beach loungers not available) first and second row, on request, supplement of 10 EUR.
Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
License number: 102030-ALB-00040, IT102030A1ZDNDS2CM