Popilia Country Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, spa tub, Turkish bath, body treatments
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Località Cutà, Maierato, VV, 89843
  • Piedigrotta Church
    14 min drive
  • Murat Castle
    15 min drive
  • Pizzo Beach
    38 min drive
  • Lamezia Terme (SUF-Lamezia Terme Intl.)
    41 min drive

Room options

Superior Double Room Single Use

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage (4 pax)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage, Kitchenette (2 pax)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Cottage (3 pax)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Cottage (2 pax)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room Single Use

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage, Kitchenette (3 pax)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Maierato

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Pizzo Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Piedigrotta Church with a stay here. Murat Castle is within 6 miles (10 km) and Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Leoluca is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Piedigrotta Church - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Murat Castle - 15 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Porto di Vibo Marina - 21 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Norman Castle - 24 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Pizzo Beach - 38 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Vibo Valentia-Pizzo Station - 22 min drive
  • Lamezia Terme Intl. Airport (SUF) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Piedigrotta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gelateria Enrico - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Pepper - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Il Brigantino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Cuocarina - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Popilia Country Resort

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with outdoor pool
Popilia Country Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4306 square feet (400 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Popilia Country Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Maierato hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4306 sq ft of conference space
  • 400 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Popilia Country Resort offers 71 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Maierato hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open select days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 2 coffee shops
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 15:
  • Spa
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 55 lbs per pet
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property Registration Number 102020-ALB-00001, IT102020A1EGXHTZHU

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Popilia Country
Popilia Country Maierato
Popilia Country Resort
Popilia Country Resort Maierato
Popilia Country Resort Hotel
Popilia Country Resort Maierato
Popilia Country Resort Hotel Maierato

Popilia Country Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay by yourself or with others
Popilia was an incredible place to stay. Eveything about the resort is amazing. The staff is incredibly friendly and was always very helpful. The rooms are comfortable and immaculately kept. The grounds are also meticulously maintianed. The pools is huge and makes you feel like you are in the Caribbean. The restaurant is also very good. If i had to give one criticism it would be to have a wider selection of food options for lunch or dinner. Otherwise 10 out of 10!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very convenient to where we wanted to be. The overall experience was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Portola Valley

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is set in a beautiful pastoral area with lush gardens and wonderful views. The property, while clean and well kept, could use a little updating in the rooms/cottages.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok, the road was quite difficult to get to. Avoid getting there after dark. Breakfast was great. Dinner was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
Beautiful location, room was Very comfortable and have beautiful views of gardens. There are trails for walks around lake and gardens, we enjoy animal farm with rabbits and donkeys, goats and mini piglets Restaurant breakfast and dinner five stars. Only let down was spa you need to book in advance there was no availability for next 4 days. This is due to Covid only 6 allowed in spa area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was ok for the night
Older hotel but in good condition very nice pool area away from the beach area limited restaurant and not much else near by
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

VinceP, Charlotte, NC

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place in Calabria, Italy! A hidden gem country resort close to the ocean!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem! Beautiful sightseeing, excellent location for a wary traveller's rest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

John, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was my second time to Popilia and I was not disappointed at all with the resort.The staff, hotel and facilities were fantastic. The food was lovely and very well presented. The pool was very clean and pool staff were extremely helpful. Really looking forward to another visit in the near future.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the hill
The cottage set up was fabulous for a family. The bathroom was spacious but didn't have a bathtub which made cleaning our toddler challenging. The restaurant was delicious and the daily breakfast was generous. The view was nothing short of spectacular; well worth the drive up the hill. This hotel has tons of of outdoor family entertainment and it's about a 30 minute drive from the most beautiful beaches in Italy.

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Manchester, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, facilities all excellent and the staff were helpful and friendly without exception. Very, very minor criticism which might be unfair given the environment was the large number of ants on the floor of the bedroom. Even allowing for the rural setting, there were lots of them which was a bit off-putting. Still not something that would prevent me from recommending though!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely relaxing hotel in the middle of open countryside. Very comfortable room, excellent pool, delicious food and nice airy communal areas to relax.

10/10 Excellent

Ivan, Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true find!
We stayed in one of the cottages at Popilia and it was a delight. Immaculate, comfortable, spacious...just a real delight! In fact, we loved it so much that on our way back through the area we cancelled a reservation at another hotel and stayed at Popilia again. To top it all off, they have a fabulous restaurant with a true professional staff, wonderful food and a great wine list! At to all of that the views and it just doesn't get much better!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful start to a honeymoon
We stayed at the hotel for 3 nights at the start of our honeymoon. After the drive up a very steep and windy road we were greeted by the resort. Our room looked out over the pool and the surrounding countryside, which was a great view to be greeted by on the terrace which we used morning and evenings. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful suggesting places to visit when the weather didn't allow you to sit around the pool to relax. The event staff tried to encourage you to join in daily in the activities on offer, although they were not intrusive. The food was excellent - there was a variety of fresh fruit, pastries, cheeses and ham for breakfast and the a la carte dishes we chose in the evening we were wonderful.

10/10 Excellent

rob, dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Room With A View
Unhappy with a vacation rental we booked in Pizzo, we headed for Popilia. Smart move on our part. We drove to Popilia. The road to Popilia is narrow and winding but worth the drive. Upon arrival you are high above Pizzo and the ocean and have a spectacular view of the ocean, shoreline and beach. You are overlooking an active farming operation and if this is not agritourismo, it's very close. The rooms were well appointed and from our balcony we looked out at a grove of pine trees in front, a pond to the right and then further right, overlooking an orchard, there is a view to the ocean. Very Nice. The breakfast in the morning is generous. We had dinner in the restaurant one night and were very pleased.While this is about 10 minutes from the beaches in and near Pizzo, it is worth the drive.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Week in Calabria
Popilia is a lovely, slightly remote, resort set on top of the hills surrounding the town of Pizzo. The views are excellent and we could even see the volcanic island of Stomboli from our balcony. The staff were excellent - happy to endure our faltering Italian but ready to explain in English when required. Nothing was ever a problem. Calabria is a beautiful, green and mountainous region - with lots to explore and enjoy.

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 Star Resort in middle of no where, but worth it!
Best experience at any Italian Hotel I have ever visited. Normally you subtract one star from any Italian hotel listing. In this case you need to add a star. The employees at the travel center on site were a blessing, they helped my wife and I secure a car ferry for our trip to Lipari at the last minute. The staff are very friendly, speak very good English, and the resort was spotless and brand new. It reminded me of The resorts found in Mexico, except you are in the middle of farmland country. The view is spectacular both day and night and air is pleasantly fresh and sweet as compared to Rome, Naples, or any major Italian city. Great stop between Naples and Sicily stay at least 2 nights to enjoy the place. Only problem was a very slow kitchen at the on site restaurant. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

martin, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
“Great location, great package
Great room, pool and surroundings. Great place to relax and enjoy.

8/10 Good

Nell, Malta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting and excellent facilities.
Stunning location, beautiful site and surroundings. Nicely laid out with small bungalows. The room was spacious and extmely comfortable with a small terrace. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. I was only using it as a stopping off point on a journey but would come back and spend time, and would definitely recommend to friends. No bath which I thought was a little surprising for a spa hotel, but everything else was perfect.

8/10 Good

Ihab R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great resort, but out of the way...
Great resort, but out of the way...

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Personale molto cortese e diligente nella zona reception, diversamente dalla zona colazione….quasi infastiditi alle richieste, il saluto è un opzional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024