Pian delle Vigne in Praia a Mare, sea view and panorama
Pian delle Vigne is a hotel in Praia a Mare, in Calabria, with air-conditioned rooms, balconies, terraces with panoramic views and private parking. Guests praise the view, the breakfast and the welcome, but some point out dated rooms. It suits anyone travelling by car along the Tyrrhenian coast.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Pian delle Vigne is and how to get there
Pian delle Vigne is on the SS 18, in Praia a Mare, in Calabria, on the Tyrrhenian coast. Guests describe it surrounded by greenery on the hillside, with a fine view of the sea. If you are travelling by car, it is the kind of place you are happy to stop at.
According to the listing, Praia a Mare beach is 2.8 km away, the Secca di Castrocucco 6.3 km and Lamezia Terme airport 133 km. One review says you reach the beach in a few minutes, another that the position is ideal for getting around by car. The free private parking helps a lot.
What the rooms and services are like
The rooms are air-conditioned, with a balcony and sea view, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet and courtesy set. The wifi is free. Guests mostly describe the rooms as spacious, simple and very clean, but there are different views too, which I cover below.
- Terraces and garden. One review mentions two terraces with panoramic views, and the listing also cites a garden.
- The pool. One guest calls it modest but clean and comfortable, useful for staying at the hotel.
- The restaurant. Several reviews mention fish dinners and quality dishes, and one points to a restaurant next to the building.
- Breakfast. Many call it generous, with homemade cakes, while one review says it is served on order.
What guests say about Pian delle Vigne
On Google the rating is 3.7 from 185 reviews, an average that hides two different experiences. Most reviews are enthusiastic and agree on one point, the welcome from the owners, described as kind, caring and able to make you feel at home.
The cleanliness of the rooms, the view and the location close to the area's beaches also come up again and again. One guest on a motorbike chose it as a stop on a trip, and another says they felt at ease there with their dog. Some arrived late and still had dinner.
What to know before booking
Here the criticism weighs more, and I report all of it. One review complains about poor value for money: 50 euros per person a night for a room for four, with a double bed and a bunk bed on noisy, uncomfortable springs, a balcony that looks onto a wall of earth, one toilet roll for four people, shower gel barely enough to wash your hands, and breakfast served in plastic glasses only by staff who were not very polite. Another describes the building as old and run-down. A third reports a dirty room and even two mice in the fireplace, adding that the only good thing was the TV.
These are the views of a minority, but they should not be ignored. The negative reviews were written at different times, and the result is an experience that depends a lot on the room and the period.
| What guests like | Worth knowing |
|---|---|
| Sea view, terraces and panorama | Some rooms judged dated |
| Welcoming owners and praised cleanliness | A few reports of poor cleaning |
| Generous breakfast for many | For others it is basic and served on order |
| Private parking | You need a car to get around |
Who I recommend it for
I would choose it if I were travelling by car along the coast and wanted a fine view, dinner on site and hosts who treat you warmly. It suits couples, people on motorbikes and anyone who wants a base close to several beaches.
Be careful if you are looking for modern, flawless rooms or if you are travelling in a large group. In that case, ask in advance what your room will be like and read the most recent reviews.
What to see and do near Praia a Mare
From the hotel you can reach the beaches of Praia a Mare, Maratea and San Nicola Arcella, which one guest cites as the most beautiful in the area. The listing also points to the Secca di Castrocucco for trips along the coast.
To compare other options nearby, look at B&B Le Gorgonie in Tortora Marina, B&B ZIA YAYA in Cersuta or Hotel Theotokos in Viggiano. For those I only know the name and the town.
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