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Ippotur Medieval Resort

Castelnuovo di Magra , Via Degli Ulivi (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsIppotur Medieval Resort, nestled on a picturesque hillside, offers a unique and captivating setting with stunning views of the sea and surrounding hills. Its tranquil location near Cinque Terre provides easy access to famous Italian beaches and towns, making it an appealing destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The serene environment offers a peaceful retreat with charming bungalows, attentive service, and a delightful pool and restaurant.

Guests begin their day with a light breakfast by the pool, enjoying traditional Italian sweet pastries and freshly brewed coffee. The on-site restaurant receives high praise for its excellent steaks and pizzas, offering quality meals at reasonable prices. Diners appreciate the restaurant's focus on aged meats and its appealing poolside setting.

Accommodations at the resort are cozy and simple, with medieval-style cottages providing scenic views and essential amenities. While some spaces accommodate smaller groups comfortably, there may be limitations for larger parties. Nevertheless, the rooms are generally clean and well-maintained, offering a pleasant stay experience.

The resort is commended for its cleanliness, with updated facilities and friendly housekeeping staff enhancing the guest experience. The staff is notably hospitable, contributing to the inviting atmosphere of the resort. The pool is a central attraction, praised for its maintenance and relaxing ambiance, although it can become crowded at times.

While parking near the cottages is limited, sufficient space is available near the reception area, requiring a short walk to accommodations. The beds are generally comfortable, with most guests enjoying a good night's sleep despite occasional feedback about certain mattresses.

Overall, Ippotur Medieval Resort provides a distinctive and memorable getaway, combining scenic beauty, comfortable lodging, and exceptional dining, all enriched by a dedicated and friendly staff.
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Dog Friendly Holiday Park

This resort is pet-friendly and offers fully equipped stone bungalows. It is located in a pine forest, providing outdoor spaces for dogs to stretch their legs and enjoy the fresh air. It also has a swimming pool.

Holiday Park with Swimming Pool

This resort features two outdoor pools, including a children's pool, offering ample space for relaxation and recreation for all ages. It also offers a poolside bar where guests can get snacks and refreshments.

Children's Pool Outdoor Pool

Holiday Park with Parking

Features free self-parking. The resort-style property suggests well-maintained and easily accessible parking facilities. Additional amenities like a restaurant and pool further contribute to a convenient stay.

EV charging stations

Holiday Park with Outdoor Pool

This resort features a large outdoor area with two swimming pools, including a main pool and a separate children's pool. Guests can enjoy swimming, sunbathing in the solarium, and relaxing by the pool.

Holiday Park with Children's Pool

This holiday park features a swimming pool specifically reserved for children, which has a shallow depth of 60 cm. There is also a separate large outdoor pool.

Holiday Park with EV Charging Stations

Holiday Park for Honeymoon

Romantic Holiday Park

Room Types

Cottage Basic Air-conditioned cottage featuring a bathroom, a bedroom with sofa bed, and a living area with kitchenette.

Cottage Superior Air-conditioned cottage featuring a bathroom, a bedroom and living area with kitchenette.

Superior Suite with Sea View This suite offers a fireplace. This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 6 beds.

King Suite with Spa Bath This suite provides a hot tub. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a balcony are featured in this spacious suite. The unit offers 4 beds.

Double Room The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The well-equipped kitchenette has a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. Featuring an outdoor dining area, this double room also offers a dining area, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

About Ippotur Medieval Resort

License: 011011-RT-0001,, IT011011A147M5DVZ4

Guest Reviews

7.4

Good

Location

Nestled on a picturesque hillside, Ippotur Medieval Resort offers a unique setting that captivates guests with its stunning and evocative location. The resort boasts breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding hills, making it an ideal spot for travelers who appreciate being immersed in nature. The tranquility and charm of the area are complemented by its proximity to the famous Cinque Terre, providing easy access for exploring the beautiful beaches and towns of Italy.

The resort is enveloped by greenery, offering a perfect escape for those looking to unwind in a fairytale-like setting. The serene surroundings and landscape provide a peaceful retreat, where guests can bask in magnificent views of the mountains and the valley below. Although the winding roads leading to the resort can be challenging, the adventurous journey is rewarded with an exceptional atmosphere and clean, quiet accommodations.

The pool and restaurant further enhance the experience, providing relaxation and delightful dining amidst the natural beauty. With attentive service and charming bungalows, the resort ensures a memorable stay. Ippotur Medieval Resort is indeed a fabulous hideaway for nature lovers and road trippers seeking a distinctive destination that stands apart from usual choices in the region.

Breakfast

Nestled amidst the tranquil setting of Ippotur Medieval Resort, the breakfast experience offers an opportunity to savor Italian delicacies in a quaint environment by the pool. Guests can indulge in a cozy morning routine featuring a selection of sweet croissants, often glazed with icing, accompanied by a freshly brewed coffee and other beverages. While breakfast is not included in the booking, the bar provides these light options for a minimal start to the day.

The resort's restaurant stands out with high praise, recognized for its excellent meat offerings and delightful pizzas, earning commendations for both the quality of the food and the friendliness of the owner. Though the breakfast is primarily limited to sweet pastries and a warm cup of coffee, guests may find a more substantial and varied meal at the esteemed restaurant. However, it is worth noting that the menu at the restaurant does not extend to traditional first courses, focusing instead on exquisite main offerings. Despite occasional delays, the breakfast area remains a peaceful spot to enjoy the simplicity of traditional Italian flavors.

Dinner

Nestled within the charming Ippotur Medieval Resort, the on-site restaurant has left a remarkable impression among its guests. Known for its fantastic steaks and delicious pizzas, the restaurant is consistently praised for its excellence and is a favorite dining spot within the resort. The picturesque setting next to the pool makes for a delightful dining experience, especially during sunset, adding to the ambiance of this culinary gem.

Diners have enthusiastically noted the incredible quality of the food, often describing it as amazing and very good, with a special mention of its reasonably priced menu. The restaurant seems to specialize in aged meats, which have been particularly well-received by meat lovers. While the menu may not offer a wide variety of dishes, the focus on quality over quantity shines through.

Guests appreciate the fair pricing, noting that the restaurant provides excellent value. The clean and welcoming environment, complemented by friendly staff, enhances the overall dining experience. Whether for lunch or dinner, the restaurant at Ippotur Medieval Resort is highly recommended for those seeking a memorable meal during their stay.

Rooms

Nestled amidst scenic surroundings, Ippotur Medieval Resort offers charming accommodations that blend simplicity with comfort. The resort's cottages and chalets, designed in a distinctive medieval style, feature outdoor dining areas and provide stunning views that enhance the stay experience. Although compact, these cozy cottages are thoughtfully equipped with essential amenities, including clean linens and kitchen basics like a small fridge and dishes. The rooms are well-organized and generally clean, with some newly renovated spaces adding a modern touch.

Families will find the accommodations comfortable and practical, with pleasant features such as a spacious apartment option and a nice bungalow that offers a modern and roomy atmosphere. The resort's clean, well-maintained environment is complemented by its appealing swimming pool, attentive staff, and delightful restaurant, ensuring guests feel both relaxed and well-cared-for during their visit.

While some cottages may not lend themselves well to larger groups due to limited space, they remain suitable for smaller parties or couples seeking a peaceful retreat. Despite occasional shortcomings, such as the lack of wardrobes and uncomfortable sofa beds, the resort provides a unique and suggestive ambiance that captivates guests looking for a memorable and distinctive experience.

Beds

At the Ippotur Medieval Resort, guests can generally expect comfortable sleeping arrangements. Many reviewers highlight the comfort of the beds, with particular mentions of double beds and those located on the second floor providing a good night's sleep. The phrase "very comfortable" frequently appears, indicating a satisfactory experience for most visitors. However, there are some mixed opinions regarding the mattresses and bedding, with a few reviews pointing out issues such as sagging beds, poor-quality mattresses, and limited comfort in certain beds. Despite these occasional concerns, a significant portion of guests find the beds to be comfortable overall, contributing positively to their stay at the resort.

Cleanliness

Nestled in a picturesque location, Ippotur Medieval Resort is highly praised for its clean and well-maintained accommodations. Visitors are pleased with the clean apartment spaces and bungalow settings which offer wonderful views of the surrounding area. Guests appreciate the updated bathroom facilities and the air-conditioned environments that ensure a comfortable stay. The resort’s housekeeping staff is recognized for their friendliness and kindness, contributing positively to the overall experience. The plentiful clean towels and bedding, along with reliable hot water, add to the comfort and convenience of the visit.

Despite the occasional mention of a few missing kitchen utensils and darker holiday apartments, the resort consistently delivers clean and enjoyable spaces. While some reviews note room for improvement in housekeeping and suggest that cleanliness could be enhanced further, the overall feedback reflects satisfaction with the tidy and pleasant environment. Although there are minor areas for improvement and an interesting layout choice placing bathrooms downstairs, the resort succeeds in providing a cozy terrace area for guests to relax and admire the scenery, making it a clean and pleasant getaway.

Staff

Nestled in a great location above the city, Ippotur Medieval Resort boasts a team of incredibly friendly and attentive staff who significantly enhance the guest experience. Visitors frequently highlight the welcoming nature of the personnel, noting that the staff is not just friendly but also remarkably kind and helpful. From the moment of check-in to the various interactions throughout their stay, guests find the staff to be genuinely attentive and accommodating. The team goes above and beyond, as seen through the owner personally waiting for a late-arriving guest and specific staff members like Elena and Adalberto receiving commendations for their professionalism and responsiveness to requests. The staff's hospitality extends further with personal touches such as recommending dietary-specific dining options, clearly illustrating a commitment to guest satisfaction. With an attentive and remarkably kind team, Ippotur Medieval Resort creates an inviting and caring environment for all visitors.

Pool

At Ippotur Medieval Resort, the pool consistently draws praise from guests, who highlight its well-maintained and large size as standout features. With stunning views and a calming atmosphere, the pool area enhances the resort's overall appeal. It offers a delightful setting for relaxation, whether at dawn or sunset, and is especially appreciated for its cleanliness and ample sun loungers. Families find the pool accommodating, thanks to a designated section for children. The experience is further complemented by an excellent restaurant nearby. However, some guests note that the pool can become quite crowded at times, as it is open to local visitors, leading to a public pool ambiance that might feel cramped for some. Despite this, the pool remains a central attraction, significantly enriching the guest experience.

Parking

Parking at Ippotur Medieval Resort offers a mixed experience for guests. While there are plenty of parking spaces available at the entrance, the parking areas near the cottages are almost non-existent, and guests may face a challenge with parking close to their accommodations. The main parking facility is located near the reception, providing sufficient space, although it necessitates a hike to reach the cottages, which may include navigating a steep, gravel path or unlit steps. Additionally, drivers should be prepared for narrow passages and the road leading to the cottages, which is described as less comfortable but accessible. Overall, guests find it most convenient to use the main parking area at the entrance due to the limited availability near the bungalows.

Yes, Ippotur Medieval Resort has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Children's Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Ippotur Medieval Resort.

Yes, Ippotur Medieval Resort welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Ippotur Medieval Resort.

No, Ippotur Medieval Resort doesn't have a gym.

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