B&B Le Gorgonie, spacious rooms steps from the sea
B&B Le Gorgonie sits in Tortora Marina, on the Calabrian coast, close to the seafront and the beach. Guests describe the rooms as spacious and very clean, and praise the breakfast and the free parking. It suits couples and families who want the sea within walking distance and a homely welcome.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where B&B Le Gorgonie is
B&B Le Gorgonie is in Tortora Marina, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Calabria, in the province of Cosenza. Many guests describe it as central: a short walk from the seafront, near Piazza Stella Maris and a few minutes on foot from the beach.
The good news, if you do not want to be behind the wheel all the time, is that the sea is reachable on foot. A stroll takes you to the centre of Praia a Mare too, and guests who have stayed here mention Dino Island among the nearby sights. The listing points to Praia-Ajeta station, while the airport it refers to is Lamezia Terme, so getting there by air still means a decent drive.
What the rooms and facilities are like
The rooms have a private bathroom with bidet, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge, plus free Wi-Fi. One review calls them spacious, with a very comfortable bed and a tall memory foam mattress. Another says the property is new and well equipped, almost a mini hotel.
Other useful details at B&B Le Gorgonie in Tortora Marina are the free parking under the building, which is no small thing for a Calabrian summer, and the bicycle rental offered by the owners. Several people notice that the rooms are close to each other, but say that quiet prevails.
What guests say
The Google rating is 4.9 from 52 reviews, a very high level. The comments all point in the same direction and can be summed up by theme.
- The cleanliness. Many guests put it first, with rooms made up every morning.
- The breakfast. It is described as rich and varied, with warm brioche, homemade tarts and fresh seasonal fruit. One guest with lactose intolerance found it very well thought out.
- The owners. A family who run the place themselves, and many describe them as warm, helpful and ready to offer tips on what to see.
- The location. The sea can be reached without using the car.
What to know before booking
Criticism is almost absent here, and a little caution is healthy: the reviews are nearly all enthusiastic and there are not many of them. This is how I see it.
| Strong point | Worth keeping in mind |
|---|---|
| A short walk from the sea and the seafront | Being central, it is in a village area rather than an isolated spot |
| Spacious and very clean rooms | The rooms are close to each other, although guests talk about quiet |
| Free parking under the B&B | For the airport you need to plan a car or other transport |
| Generous breakfast, with options for lactose intolerance | The exact menu changes, so it is best to ask in advance for special needs |
In practice, I did not find any recurring complaints. If you have specific dietary needs, write to the owners first: it is the simplest way to avoid surprises.
Who B&B Le Gorgonie suits
I would pick it for a simple, well-run seaside holiday: couples, families and also groups of friends who want to leave the car parked and enjoy Tortora Marina on foot. One guest stayed with their son, and another came with the family for the second year running, which says something about the welcome.
It is not the place for anyone looking for a pool, a resort or big-hotel services. It is a well-kept, family-run B&B, and its strength lies in attention to detail rather than extra services.
Things to do in Tortora Marina and around
The first thing is the beach and the seafront, which guests reach on foot. Then there is Praia a Mare, a walk away, and Dino Island, which comes up often in the reviews. The listing also mentions the Secca di Castrocucco and the Maratea marina among the places to visit in the area.
If you need a base further south, closer to the Strait, also look at Ace Rooms Vsg, in Villa San Giovanni. For day trips from B&B Le Gorgonie, bear in mind that you will need a bicycle or a car, and that renting a bicycle is possible.
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