Via Nunzio Maniaci, 2/4/6, San Vito lo Capo, Italy
Pretty beach across the street
Many rooms have ocean views
Excellent breakfast included
Cozy, intimate vibe throughout
Lobby bar serves cocktails and coffee
Beach umbrellas and chairs loaned to guests
Small lending library in lobby
Freebies include parking and Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly (restrictions apply)
Parking lot has no security and is about a quarter-mile away from the hotel
Rooms lack tubs
Few on-site amenities (no pool, fitness center, or spa)
This small hotel, run by a couple, receives consistently positive reviews for its proximity to the beach and its welcoming vibe. Guests have commented very favorably on the included breakfast, as well as on the cleanliness of the rooms and the common areas. The feel here is more of a bed-and-breakfast than a hotel (though the exterior resembles the latter type of property), and there is a decent-size dining room on the first floor. There are plenty of comfy places to hang out in the hotel, including a library on the main floor by the reception and a sundeck on the roof that is finished with terra cotta tiles. For those who wish to catch some rays on the sand, the beach is located across the street from the hotel.
Scene
Quiet family and couples-oriented hotel with a guest house feel
There are only 15 rooms in this small hotel near the beach. The property attracts repeat visitors, which tend to be couples seeking a romantic getaway, travelers with friends, or families with small children. While the property doesn’t have the amenities of a larger hotel, it is cozy enough that many guests have commented they feel as if they are staying in someone’s home.
Location
Directly on the San Vito Lo Capo promenade and across the street from the beach
San Vito Lo Capo’s beachfront area consists of small, clean streets lined with whitewashed buildings. The property is located on one of the main streets leading up to the beach, and stands just across the road from the sand. The town itself is accessible by bus from Terrasini, which is located nearly 50 miles away. The Zingaro Nature Reserve is around a 30-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Each room is decorated differently, with charming touches that include lovely handicrafts.
The rooms at Hotel Solarium are each decorated differently, with color schemes in either rich earth or jewel tones. The furnishings range from rustic to contemporary, and many rooms have lovely touches such as mirrors framed by mosaic tiles. The aesthetic of the rooms is that of a well-decorated spare room in a slightly bohemian friend’s house. Even the smaller, plainer rooms have some charm, with sloped ceilings and bamboo flooring. All rooms have A/C, and many have views of the sea. Bathrooms have stall showers and are frequently tiled in warm colors. Most rooms have balconies with clotheslines, which can be useful for hanging damp towels after returning from the beach.
Features
A rooftop solarium, an airy dining room, and a small lending library are simple perks.
The hotel provides chairs and umbrellas for guests to bring with them to the beach. There are a number of pleasant nooks in the hotel, including a small library in the lobby with piles of books for guests to borrow during their stay. Also housed in the lobby is a small bar that doubles as a cafe. It is open until late at night and offers alcoholic beverages, coffee, and a small selection of sweets. Breakfast is served in a casual, attractive dining room on the first floor. A good handful of lounge chairs make the terra-cotta tiled rooftop a relaxing place to bask in the sun and take in the view.