Hôtel de la Corniche
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Summary of reviewsHôtel de la Corniche is an idyllic retreat located north of Bastia, nestled amidst picturesque mountains with breathtaking panoramic views of the sea and the island of Elba. Its serene and enchanting setting makes it a perfect destination for those seeking tranquility. Although the journey to the hotel can be somewhat challenging, its stunning location and friendly, multilingual staff make it well worth the effort. With a 15-minute drive from Bastia and proximity to the ferry terminals, it is a convenient base for exploring Cap Corse and a great stopover when coming from Bastia airport.
The breakfast experience at the hotel is highly appreciated with guests praising the delicious and varied options including local Corsican specialties. Served on a terrace with splendid views of the mountains and sea, the breakfast environment is noted for its exceptional and pleasant atmosphere. While some find it slightly pricey, the high quality of the food justifies the cost.
Dinner at the hotel's restaurant is a highlight, offering exquisite and refined meals that many describe as gourmet. The impressive menu and its high-quality dishes, combined with the spectacular views of the bay of Bastia, create a memorable dining experience. Although the prices might seem a bit high to some, the overall sentiment is positive regarding value for money and food quality. Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.
Rooms at Hôtel de la Corniche are clean and comfortable, though opinions on their size and decor vary. While some guests find them simple and in need of modernization, the spectacular sea views from many rooms elevate the overall stay. The staff’s friendliness and dedication to maintaining cleanliness are consistently praised, contributing to a pleasant and comfortable environment despite some minor inconveniences like the absence of air conditioning and refrigerators.
The hotel's pool, set in a lush garden with loungers and umbrellas, is another attractive feature. Guests enjoy the clean and inviting pool area, even though some find the water a bit cold. Alongside a good breakfast buffet, the pool enhances the hotel's appeal as a relaxing getaway.
Parking at the hotel presents a mixed experience. While a free garage is available for motorcycles, car parking can be limited and challenging, especially late in the day. Guests are advised to arrive before 8 PM to secure a spot due to shared spaces with the restaurant.
Finally, the comfort and quality of the beds receive numerous positive remarks. Beds are frequently highlighted for their comfort, clean linens and excellent pillows, contributing to a luxurious and restful experience. Despite a suggestion for improving bathroom sound insulation, the overall feedback remains highly positive.
In summary, Hôtel de la Corniche stands out for its serene location, friendly service, excellent dining options, clean and comfortable accommodations and beautiful pool area, offering a picturesque and tranquil retreat.
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The breakfast experience at the hotel is highly appreciated with guests praising the delicious and varied options including local Corsican specialties. Served on a terrace with splendid views of the mountains and sea, the breakfast environment is noted for its exceptional and pleasant atmosphere. While some find it slightly pricey, the high quality of the food justifies the cost.
Dinner at the hotel's restaurant is a highlight, offering exquisite and refined meals that many describe as gourmet. The impressive menu and its high-quality dishes, combined with the spectacular views of the bay of Bastia, create a memorable dining experience. Although the prices might seem a bit high to some, the overall sentiment is positive regarding value for money and food quality. Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.
Rooms at Hôtel de la Corniche are clean and comfortable, though opinions on their size and decor vary. While some guests find them simple and in need of modernization, the spectacular sea views from many rooms elevate the overall stay. The staff’s friendliness and dedication to maintaining cleanliness are consistently praised, contributing to a pleasant and comfortable environment despite some minor inconveniences like the absence of air conditioning and refrigerators.
The hotel's pool, set in a lush garden with loungers and umbrellas, is another attractive feature. Guests enjoy the clean and inviting pool area, even though some find the water a bit cold. Alongside a good breakfast buffet, the pool enhances the hotel's appeal as a relaxing getaway.
Parking at the hotel presents a mixed experience. While a free garage is available for motorcycles, car parking can be limited and challenging, especially late in the day. Guests are advised to arrive before 8 PM to secure a spot due to shared spaces with the restaurant.
Finally, the comfort and quality of the beds receive numerous positive remarks. Beds are frequently highlighted for their comfort, clean linens and excellent pillows, contributing to a luxurious and restful experience. Despite a suggestion for improving bathroom sound insulation, the overall feedback remains highly positive.
In summary, Hôtel de la Corniche stands out for its serene location, friendly service, excellent dining options, clean and comfortable accommodations and beautiful pool area, offering a picturesque and tranquil retreat.
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Guest Reviews
Nestled in the picturesque mountains just north of Bastia, Hôtel de la Corniche boasts an exceptional location that's both breathtaking and tranquil. Its position offers stunning panoramic views, encompassing the serene sea and the island of Elba, creating an enchanting and magical atmosphere. Despite being a bit far and somewhat challenging to reach, the hotel's setting makes the journey worthwhile.
Conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Bastia and the ferry terminals, it serves as a great base for tours of Cap Corse and a good stopover if arriving from Bastia airport. The establishment is a quiet retreat, providing a superb sea view and a magnificent terrace for an amazing breakfast experience with views toward Elba.
The hotel itself is beautifully situated in a charming village on the hillside, offering absolute calm and authenticity. The friendly, multilingual staff enhance the experience, providing excellent service and quality cuisine to match the setting. Overall, Hôtel de la Corniche is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque getaway with spectacular vistas.
At Hôtel de la Corniche, guests frequently praise the breakfast offerings. Numerous reviews highlight the delicious and varied options available, featuring local Corsican cold cuts, cheese and honeycombs. The buffet-style service is particularly appreciated with many mentioning its completeness and the variety of choices. Catering to specific dietary needs, a gluten-free option is also provided, gaining thanks from several reviewers.
The terrace setting for breakfast is a standout feature, offering a splendid view overlooking the mountains, village and sea. Reviewers consistently commend the experience of dining in the sun, noting the exceptional and pleasant atmosphere that enhances the meal. Despite some remarks on the breakfast being a bit pricey, the consensus affirms the high quality of the products justifies the cost. Whether describing the experience as good, hearty or top-notch, it's clear that starting the day with breakfast on the sunlit terrace at Hôtel de la Corniche is highly recommended for its combination of delicious food and stunning views.
The dinner experience at Hôtel de la Corniche receives high praise from guests for its exceptional quality and delightful ambiance. Many highlight the delicious and gourmet meals, describing them as exquisite and refined. The restaurant offers an impressive menu with a huge selection of high-quality dishes, ensuring a fantastic culinary experience. Guests note that the evening dinners are outstanding with some suggesting that the meals are worthy of a Michelin star despite the relaxed setting.
The breathtaking views of the bay of Bastia add to the pleasure of dining, creating a pleasant and memorable atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the spectacular sea views and the overall pleasant dining environment. While some reviews mention that the restaurant can be somewhat overpriced, the general sentiment remains positive regarding the value for money and the outstanding food quality.
Guests recommend making reservations, as the restaurant is popular among both hotel guests and visitors. Overall, the restaurant at Hôtel de la Corniche is highly regarded for its excellent cuisine, exceptional service and beautiful setting, making it a highlight of the stay.
Hôtel de la Corniche offers a range of clean and comfortable rooms with varying degrees of satisfaction among guests. The rooms are generally described as simple, clean and equipped with basic amenities, though some guests noted their small size and dated decor. However, the cleanliness and comfort of the bedding received positive remarks.
The hotel's standout feature is undeniably the spectacular view from many of the rooms with several guests highlighting the beautiful sea vistas and the picturesque garden seen from the restaurant terrace. This aspect significantly enhances the overall experience of staying at the hotel. In addition, the staff is recognized for being friendly and accommodating.
While some guests found the rooms a bit old-fashioned and in need of a refresh, others appreciated the spaciousness and coziness, especially in rooms with sea views. However, the lack of air conditioning and refrigerators in the rooms was noted by some as an inconvenience.
The breakfast buffet, although small, was praised for being satisfactory. Overall, Hôtel de la Corniche provides a comfortable stay with exceptional views, despite some areas needing updates and more amenities.
Hôtel de la Corniche has received numerous positive comments regarding the comfort and quality of their beds. Guests frequently highlight the very comfortable and clean rooms with particular praise for the comfortable pillows and super comfortable bedding. Reviews mention that the bed linen is not only very clean but of excellent quality, contributing to an overall sense of luxury and relaxation. The air conditioning is quiet and complements the very good mattresses, enhancing the sleep experience. Although one guest noted that the mattresses were too soft, the majority found the beds to be exceptionally comfortable. Some minor suggestions included adding sheets to the beds and improving sound insulation in the bathrooms, but these do not overshadow the overwhelmingly positive feedback about the bed comfort at Hôtel de la Corniche.
Hôtel de la Corniche is widely praised for its impeccable standard of cleanliness. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's pristine environment, noting that everything from the rooms to the public areas, including the pool and garden, are exceptionally well-maintained. The staff's dedication to cleanliness is frequently appreciated, ensuring that guests have a comfortable stay in clean, stylish and spacious rooms. Although some guests mention that the rooms could benefit from modernization and that certain areas could be better vacuumed, the overall sentiment reflects a high level of satisfaction with the hotel's cleanliness.
The staff at Hôtel de la Corniche is consistently praised for their exceptional service and warm hospitality. Guests highlight the friendliness, attentiveness and kindness of the staff as standout features of their stay. Reviews mention how the staff went above and beyond, providing welcoming gestures and even offering appetizers to late-arriving guests. The presence of a professional cocktail bar adds a touch of sophistication, while the overall atmosphere is enhanced by the quiet and natural surroundings.
Guests appreciate the efficient and discreet service, combined with a genuine sense of kindness and authenticity from both staff and owners. Whether it's the helpful reception team or the charming staff members, the hotel ensures a warm and inviting experience for all who stay.
Hôtel de la Corniche features a beautiful and inviting pool that is a standout aspect of the hotel, set in a lush garden that adds to its appeal. Many guests find the pool very pleasant, cozy and well-equipped with loungers and umbrellas for relaxation. The terrace adjoining the pool enhances the overall experience, making it a magnificent spot to unwind. While the pool offers a refreshing dip and is clean, it is worth noting that it is not heated and some guests mentioned it felt freezing. Despite these minor drawbacks, the pool remains a beautiful and enjoyable place to swim during one's stay. Accompanied by a good breakfast buffet, the hotel ensures a pleasant and satisfying experience for its guests.
Hôtel de la Corniche offers some mixed experiences when it comes to parking. While the hotel provides a private parking lot and a closed, free garage, especially useful for motorcycles, the availability of spaces can be quite limited. Guests arriving with motorcycles will find the private garage particularly accommodating. However, those coming by car should be cautious about arriving late, as parking can become tricky and the spaces can be difficult to maneuver, especially in the evening. Additionally, since the parking is shared with the restaurant, it can fill up quickly, requiring some guests to park on the main street of the village. Arriving before 8 PM is recommended to secure a spot. Despite the convenience of having a designated parking area, it is important to note that parking could be a bit of an exercise due to the winding road leading up to the hotel.
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Location
Conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Bastia and the ferry terminals, it serves as a great base for tours of Cap Corse and a good stopover if arriving from Bastia airport. The establishment is a quiet retreat, providing a superb sea view and a magnificent terrace for an amazing breakfast experience with views toward Elba.
The hotel itself is beautifully situated in a charming village on the hillside, offering absolute calm and authenticity. The friendly, multilingual staff enhance the experience, providing excellent service and quality cuisine to match the setting. Overall, Hôtel de la Corniche is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque getaway with spectacular vistas.
Breakfast
The terrace setting for breakfast is a standout feature, offering a splendid view overlooking the mountains, village and sea. Reviewers consistently commend the experience of dining in the sun, noting the exceptional and pleasant atmosphere that enhances the meal. Despite some remarks on the breakfast being a bit pricey, the consensus affirms the high quality of the products justifies the cost. Whether describing the experience as good, hearty or top-notch, it's clear that starting the day with breakfast on the sunlit terrace at Hôtel de la Corniche is highly recommended for its combination of delicious food and stunning views.
Dinner
The breathtaking views of the bay of Bastia add to the pleasure of dining, creating a pleasant and memorable atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the spectacular sea views and the overall pleasant dining environment. While some reviews mention that the restaurant can be somewhat overpriced, the general sentiment remains positive regarding the value for money and the outstanding food quality.
Guests recommend making reservations, as the restaurant is popular among both hotel guests and visitors. Overall, the restaurant at Hôtel de la Corniche is highly regarded for its excellent cuisine, exceptional service and beautiful setting, making it a highlight of the stay.
Rooms
The hotel's standout feature is undeniably the spectacular view from many of the rooms with several guests highlighting the beautiful sea vistas and the picturesque garden seen from the restaurant terrace. This aspect significantly enhances the overall experience of staying at the hotel. In addition, the staff is recognized for being friendly and accommodating.
While some guests found the rooms a bit old-fashioned and in need of a refresh, others appreciated the spaciousness and coziness, especially in rooms with sea views. However, the lack of air conditioning and refrigerators in the rooms was noted by some as an inconvenience.
The breakfast buffet, although small, was praised for being satisfactory. Overall, Hôtel de la Corniche provides a comfortable stay with exceptional views, despite some areas needing updates and more amenities.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
Guests appreciate the efficient and discreet service, combined with a genuine sense of kindness and authenticity from both staff and owners. Whether it's the helpful reception team or the charming staff members, the hotel ensures a warm and inviting experience for all who stay.
Pool
Parking
Yes, Hôtel de la Corniche has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hôtel de la Corniche.
No, Hôtel de la Corniche doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hôtel de la Corniche.
No, Hôtel de la Corniche doesn't have a gym.
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