Hotel U Ricordu & Spa

Macinaggio 42.95761600, 9.44902300 , Marine (Show on Map)
8.2
Very Good


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Summary of reviewsHotel U Ricordu & Spa in Cap Corse has garnered positive feedback across various aspects, making it a favored choice among visitors. The hotel's prime location is highly appreciated for its convenient proximity to the city, beach and port. Situated slightly detached from the city center, the hotel provides a quiet and comfortable environment ideal for restful nights, while still being close to amenities such as the marina, shops and restaurants. Private parking, clean and well-equipped facilities and friendly staff further enhance the guest experience, making it an excellent base for exploring Cap Corse and embarking on local hikes.

The breakfast offerings at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa are well-received for their abundance and variety. Guests enjoy the fresh orange juice, local specialties and freshly baked pastries with the hearty international buffet satisfying a wide range of tastes. The smiling and helpful breakfast staff contribute significantly to the pleasant dining experience. Despite some comments on the need for better organization and more variety, breakfast is generally regarded as a highlight of the stay.

While the dinner experience at the hotel's restaurant receives mixed reviews, many guests praise the delicious and well-presented meals, along with the pleasant and professional staff. Generous portions and good value for money are noted positives, though some diners experienced slow service and found the food to be less creative or below expectations. However, the general consensus leans towards a positive dining experience.

The hotel rooms are commended for their spaciousness, cleanliness and practical amenities, including terraces or balconies. Guests appreciate the comfortable air-conditioned rooms, complete with small fridges and practical bathrooms. There are occasional mentions of certain rooms feeling cramped or less modern, but the majority of feedback highlights the rooms' comfort, cleanliness and tranquility.

Cleanliness at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa is frequently praised with guests noting the well-maintained rooms and facilities, including pools and common areas. Despite minor issues such as stained sheets and occasional dusty rooms, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction with the hotel's cleanliness and comfort.

The hotel staff stand out for their friendliness and professionalism, consistently noted for their helpfulness, attentiveness and kindness. The warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the multilingual team, along with enjoyable cuisine and relaxing amenities like the pool and jacuzzi, significantly enhance the guest experience.

The spa services at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa are positively reviewed, offering relaxing massages and facials that leave guests rejuvenated. The affordability and quality of the treatments, coupled with the spa's cleanliness, make it a popular choice. Minor critiques regarding chlorination and upkeep are overshadowed by the predominantly favorable reviews of the spa, which add to the hotel's appeal.

The swimming amenities, including pools and a jacuzzi, contribute to a relaxing stay. Guests enjoy the calm atmosphere, cleanliness and the provision of loungers, though a few note maintenance issues and occasional lack of deck chairs. Overall, the pools are well-received and add to the enjoyment of the hotel's facilities.

Parking is also well-managed with ample free spaces right in front of the hotel, ensuring convenience and ease of access. Shaded parking spots provide extra comfort, although the parking lot can become full during busy periods.

The beds are often noted for their comfort with quality bedding contributing to a restful stay. Cleanliness and comfort are consistent themes, enhancing the overall experience.

Despite positive reviews, some guests feel the hotel does not fully meet the standards of a four-star establishment, suggesting it aligns more closely with a three-star rating. However, the hotel is still seen as a pleasant and relaxing place, recommended for its strategic location and potential for improvement.

In summary, Hotel U Ricordu & Spa offers a blend of convenience, comfort and friendly service, making it a recommended choice for visitors to Cap Corse, even if some aspects may not fully meet four-star expectations.
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Hotel with Spa
Hotel U Ricordu provides a serene spa experience, with a focus on natural and holistic treatments. The peaceful environment enhances the overall wellness journey.

Dog Friendly Hotel
Situated in Macinaggio, this hotel offers spa services and allows dogs, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. Its location near the marina is ideal for scenic walks.

Romantic Hotel
Located in Macinaggio, this hotel provides a spa and a beautiful marine setting, ideal for a romantic escape. The combination of relaxation and scenic views enhances the intimate experience.

Business Hotel
Featuring spa services, it provides a relaxing environment for business travelers. Its location offers a balance between tranquility and accessibility.

Hotel with Parking
This 4-star hotel offers three private parking areas, including one with an electric vehicle charging station. Free self-parking is available.

EV charging stations  


Accessible Hotel
This hotel is listed as accessible to people with reduced mobility (PMR).

Hotel with Tennis Courts
Features tennis courts for guest use. Combines relaxation with recreational activities, including tennis.

Hotel with EV Charging Stations
An EV charging station is available in one of the hotel's private car parks. This 4-star hotel offers two heated pools, a jacuzzi, spa services, and a restaurant, set in the notable location of Macinaggio.

4-Star Hotel
Located in Macinaggio, this hotel offers spa facilities. It provides a well-equipped and high-quality experience for guests seeking relaxation and comfort.

Hotel with Outdoor Pool
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa offers two heated outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub, providing ample space for guests to swim and relax. One pool is accessible to all guests, while the second is exclusive to those staying in superior rooms.

Hotel with Heated Pool
This 4-star hotel offers two heated outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub, providing ample space for relaxation. One of the heated pools is accessible exclusively to residents of the superior rooms, offering an enhanced experience.

Family Friendly Hotel

Hotel with Swimming Pool

  Heated Pool    Outdoor Pool  


Room Types
Comfort Double Room Located on the second floor and accessible by elevator, this air-conditioned room has a safety deposit box, mini refrigerator, welcome tray and flat-screen TV. Pets are not allowed in this room.

Comfort Double Room with Terrace This en suite room features a balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV, mini refrigerator, welcome tray, air conditioning and safety deposit box. This room can accommodate 1 extra bed.

Superior Double Room with Balcony This air-conditioned superior double room has a balcony, mini refrigerator, welcome tray and flat-screen TV.

Guest Reviews
8.2
Very Good
Location
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa boasts an ideal location appreciated by guests for its proximity to the city, beach and port. Situated in Cap Corse, it provides convenient access to the marina, shops and numerous restaurants, all within walking distance. The hotel is a mere 300-400 meters from the sea and just steps from the port, which makes it perfect for exploring the picturesque surroundings.

Visitors highlight the quiet and comfortable environment of the hotel, attributing this to its slight detachment from the city center, which is a short 10-minute walk away. Despite being close enough to the hustle and bustle, the hotel's seclusion ensures a peaceful stay, ideal for restful nights.

Guests appreciate the private parking, the clean and well-equipped facilities and the friendly staff. For those looking to hike or explore the winding trails of Cap Corse, the location is superb, providing easy access to significant beaches and hiking paths like the Customs Officers' Path.

Overall, Hotel U Ricordu & Spa is well-regarded for its strategic location, combining tranquility with the convenience of nearby amenities and attractions, making it a fantastic base for a relaxing and exploratory visit to Cap Corse.

Breakfast
The breakfast at 'Hotel U Ricordu & Spa' in Cap Corse receives high praise from guests for its abundance and variety. Many reviewers highlight the excellent quality of the food with fresh orange juice, local specialties and freshly baked pastries frequently mentioned. The international buffet breakfast is described as substantial and diverse, satisfying a wide range of tastes.

Guests appreciate the hearty offerings and commend the high standard of the meals, which include fresh fruit and a broad selection of products. The breakfast staff are noted for being smiling and helpful, contributing to a pleasant dining experience. The availability of good coffee and the convenience of private parking add to the positive breakfast experience.

However, some guests note areas for improvement, such as the need for better organization and timeliness with some items missing early in the service. A few reviews mention that the breakfast didn't meet their expectations for a 4-star hotel with some describing it as average or in need of more variety and quality control.

Overall, the breakfast at 'Hotel U Ricordu & Spa' is highly regarded for its plentiful and diverse offerings, notwithstanding a few points for improvement.

Dinner
The dinner experience at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa receives mixed reviews, but several aspects stand out. Many guests commend the restaurant for its delicious and well-served meals, often highlighting the pleasantness and professionalism of the staff. The food presentation and taste, especially for a'la carte dinners, are frequently praised as top-notch with some reviews labeling the culinary offerings as high-quality and very tasty. The generous portions and good value for money are also noted positives.

However, not all experiences were entirely satisfactory. Some guests reported slow and disjointed service during dinner and a few found the meals to fall short of their expectations. Descriptions such as average, not very creative and disappointing cuisine appear in a number of reviews. Despite this, the general consensus tilts towards a positive dining experience with the restaurant being recommended by many visitors.

Rooms
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa offers a blend of comfort and practicality in its room accommodations. Guests appreciate the spaciousness of many rooms with several noting the added bonus of terraces or balconies that provide pleasant outdoor space. Cleanliness is a recurring highlight with many reviews emphasizing the cleanliness and functional furnishing of the rooms.

The air-conditioned rooms are reported to be comfortable with amenities such as small fridges and practical bathrooms enhancing the stay. Many of the accommodations are described as well-equipped, boasting comfortable beds that ensure a restful night's sleep.

While some rooms are described as large and airy, ideal for relaxation, a few guests have noted that certain rooms can feel cramped or less modern. However, the majority of feedback suggests that the rooms are generally well-maintained and meet expectations for a comfortable stay with some specifically praising the peacefulness and coziness.

The hotel's location is convenient, being close to the town center and the accessibility from ground-level parking adds ease for guests. Though there were occasional mentions of minor drawbacks, overall, the rooms at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa effectively balance comfort, cleanliness and practicality, providing a reliable and pleasant accommodation experience.

Beds
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa is often praised for its very comfortable beds with many guests highlighting the quality of the bedding. Some reviews describe the mattresses as firm and there are occasional remarks suggesting that the bedding could be improved by adding a bit more softness. Cleanliness and overall comfort are consistently noted, reinforcing the hotel's reputation as a quality establishment. Overall, guests frequently find the beds to be a strong point of their stay, complementing the comfort provided by good showers and functional bathrooms.

Cleanliness
'Hotel U Ricordu & Spa' generally impresses with its high standards of cleanliness, as frequently highlighted in guest reviews. Many guests find the rooms and the overall establishment to be impeccably clean, noting the well-maintained facilities, including the pools and common areas. The rooms, though occasionally small and in need of updates, maintain a high level of cleanliness and are described as comfortable and well-equipped.

While the hotel's cleanliness is highly praised, some reviews indicate minor issues such as stained sheets and dusty rooms. However, these instances appear to be exceptions rather than the norm. The friendly and welcoming staff, along with the enjoyable amenities such as the pool and jacuzzi, further enhance the stay. Despite a few setbacks, including a not consistently clean breakfast area and minor issues with lighting in the hallways, the overwhelming sentiment is one of satisfaction with both the cleanliness and comfort provided by Hotel U Ricordu & Spa.

Staff
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa stands out for its exceptionally friendly and professional staff, consistently noted for their helpfulness, attentiveness and kindness. Guests frequently mention the warm, welcoming atmosphere created by the staff, who are always available to assist and make visitors feel at home. The team includes multilingual members, some speaking Italian, which enhances the guest experience even further. The hotel's environment is bolstered by an enjoyable cuisine and a relaxing setting, complemented by well-maintained facilities such as a jacuzzi and pool. Despite one mention of average reception service, the overall consensus praises the staff's comprehensive dedication to providing a comfortable and pleasant stay.

Spa
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa offers a variety of spa services that have garnered positive feedback from its guests. The spa features a pleasant pool and provides an ideal atmosphere for relaxation, especially appreciated by those who have just finished a long hike. Many visitors commend the high quality of the massages and facials, highlighting them as excellent spa treatments that leave one feeling rejuvenated. The spa services are also noted to be very affordable, making it an accessible luxury.

The cleanliness of the spa is often praised, contributing to the overall pleasant experience. Additionally, the location of the hotel, conveniently close to the port, adds to the appeal. Some guests particularly recommend the massages, which have been described as magical and of great quality.

Despite the positive remarks, there are a few notes of critique. Some guests have mentioned that the spa can be too chlorinated and there have been occasional comments about its upkeep needing improvement. However, these concerns seem to be overshadowed by the predominantly favorable reviews of the spa’s services and treatments. Booking in advance is required, ensuring that guests can enjoy a well-organized and relaxing experience.

Pool
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa offers a range of swimming amenities that have largely been appreciated by guests. The highlight for many is the pleasant and calm atmosphere of the pools. The pools, including the heated one, along with the jacuzzi, are often described as very nice and a great way to unwind after a long day of walking. Guests value the added benefit of no extra charge for using the jacuzzi.

Both pools are fairly well-received with particular praise for the cleanliness and the provision of loungers. Additionally, the hotel's large and beautiful pool, coupled with a nice terrace, enhances the overall swimming experience.

However, there are a few remarks regarding maintenance, indicating that the second pool could be better kept and occasional issues with cold water and a lack of deck chairs were noted. These minor drawbacks notwithstanding, the majority of reviews suggest that the pools and associated amenities at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa contribute significantly to a relaxed and enjoyable stay.

Parking
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa receives high marks for its parking facilities. Guests appreciate the free parking available right in front of the hotel, ensuring convenience and ease of access. The spacious and ample parking leaves little room for worry, even in the busy seasons, although there are occasional mentions of the lot being completely full at times, particularly during events like rallies. Shaded parking spots add an extra layer of comfort for those looking to protect their vehicles from the sun. Overall, the parking situation at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa seems well thought-out and generally stress-free for visitors.

4 Star
Hotel U Ricordu & Spa receives a variety of feedback from its guests with several reviews highlighting a common sentiment regarding its four-star rating. Many guests express that the hotel does not meet the expected standards of a four-star establishment, suggesting instead that it feels more like a three-star or in some instances, even a two-star hotel. Terms like "not worthy of a 4-star rating" and "does not deserve the 4 stars" frequently appear in the reviews.

However, despite these critiques, the hotel is still seen as a good place to relax and is recommended for its location on the way to Cap Corse. Some positive comments mention the establishment's potential if the issues raised are addressed. Overall, while the hotel may offer a pleasant experience for some, it may not fully align with the expectations set by its four-star classification.


Yes, Hotel U Ricordu & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa.

Yes, Hotel U Ricordu & Spa welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel U Ricordu & Spa.

No, Hotel U Ricordu & Spa doesn't have a gym.

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