Rocce Azzurre

“Recommend. Don’t miss out”

OMG — this place is absolutely heavenly! Well, technically, it's a little slice of heaven just off the mainland... Our room was breathtaking, with not one but two balconies overlooking the crashing waves. We booked half board (something I’m usually not too keen on), but I was genuinely amazed by th… more

OMG — this place is absolutely heavenly! Well, technically, it's a little slice of heaven just off the mainland... Our room was breathtaking, with not one but two balconies overlooking the crashing waves. We booked half board (something I’m usually not too keen on), but I was genuinely amazed by the menu — I couldn't wait to go back the next evening! Lipari takes you back in time. Quaint, peaceful, and utterly wonderful. It forces you — in the best possible way — to slow down, unwind, and just let the world drift by. I wholeheartedly recommend a stay at Hotel Rocce Azzurre — at least once in your life. Trust me, you won't forget

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“A Real Treasure”

What a gorgeous place! Perched right on the water above a popular public beach (volcanic pebbles, not sand) with views for days, the RA is a family hotel offering great service, good food and real charm. The location is perfect - ten minutes walk to the harbour through charming narrow streets, … more

What a gorgeous place! Perched right on the water above a popular public beach (volcanic pebbles, not sand) with views for days, the RA is a family hotel offering great service, good food and real charm. The location is perfect - ten minutes walk to the harbour through charming narrow streets, and a little further to the port. There's a boat doc by the hotel with rentals available. The hotel and the Eolian islands in general attract mainly Italians. We heard few British or American voices during our stay, though the hotel staff spoke enough to take care of anything we needed.

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“The jewel of the Aeolian Islands”

Whenever we stay at the Rocce Azzurre, which we have now once and sometimes twice every year for the past fifteen, I come away hoping the God of Winds, Aeolus, will see fit to blow me back there once more, for this is a wonderful family-run hotel, offering delicious food and perfect peace. Situated… more

Whenever we stay at the Rocce Azzurre, which we have now once and sometimes twice every year for the past fifteen, I come away hoping the God of Winds, Aeolus, will see fit to blow me back there once more, for this is a wonderful family-run hotel, offering delicious food and perfect peace. Situated overlooking the sea, just five minute's stroll down the narrow Vico Maddalena from the Marina Corta, the heart of the town of Lipari and where the island's tour boats depart from, you can sunbathe on the deck at the water's edge, or step round the corner and swim off the beach at Porto delle Genti. If you prefer the beaches above Canneto, the Lunga, from which the buses leave, is only a short stroll down the main street, the Corso Vittorio Emanuele. And whether your preference is for appreciating the history in the citadel, or enjoying passeggio whilst sitting in a cafe at the Corta, or watching the world pass by from a cafe in the Corso, or simply enjoying a cocktail while gazing out over the Tyrrhenian on the hotel terrace, the Rocce Azzurre is the real jewel of Lipari. The rooms are light and airy, and airconditioned and always beautifully clean; the staff are super-friendly and couldn't be more helpful in arranging trips out or transfers. If Lipari is the best kept secret in Sicily, then this hotel is the best kept secret in the Mediterranean. But please, keep this to yourself; some things really can be too good to be true.

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“Complete relaxation”

This family run hotel is located just a few minutes walk from the centre and overlooking the sea. From the moment you arrive you are treated like a member of the family, nothing is too much trouble. All bedrooms have wonderful sea views with balconies are well equipped.and are cleaned daily. The … more

This family run hotel is located just a few minutes walk from the centre and overlooking the sea. From the moment you arrive you are treated like a member of the family, nothing is too much trouble. All bedrooms have wonderful sea views with balconies are well equipped.and are cleaned daily. The hotels dining room has wonderful views towards Sicily, there is also a lovely seating area where you can enjoy an aperitif from the well stocked bar. A bathing platform with sunbeds and parasols give access for swimming in the clear waters,and there is also a small public beach. The menu is changed daily with numerous choices of pasta and risotto starters, fish and meat mains and dessert. The food is based on local produce and Aeolian recipes and lovingly cooked, you can also enjoy a lovely bottle of Sicilian wine from the extensive list. Breakfast consists of cereals, yoghurt, fresh fruit, meats, cheese, fresh breads, preserves, cakes and pastries with limitless coffee, tea, juice and water. If you are looking for a relaxing location, in a hotel where the family and staff go out of their way to make your stay memorable on a beautiful island the I would definitely recommend.

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