B&B La Meriggia, steps from the sea in Pisciotta
B&B La Meriggia is a small family-run guest house in Caprioli, a village in Pisciotta, Campania, almost opposite the beach. Spacious rooms, a generous breakfast, private parking and a calm atmosphere. I recommend it to couples and families who want sea and quiet on the Cilento coast, with a car to visit Palinuro.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where B&B La Meriggia is in Pisciotta
B&B La Meriggia is on Via Capo D'Arena, in Caprioli, a locality of Pisciotta, in the Cilento. Guests describe it as almost opposite the beach, two minutes on foot, on a stretch of coast away from the crowds.
The listing mentions a few minutes on foot to Caprioli beach, and another beach, Le Saline, about 400 m away. One review notes that the free beach and the equipped one are very close, so you do not need the car to go for a swim.
How to get there and what is nearby
The position suits anyone who wants quiet without being isolated. To see the coast, though, a car helps, and the private parking is much appreciated by guests.
One guest says Palinuro is about 3 km away, and another that the centre is a few minutes by car. The Sunset Beach Club in Palinuro is 2.3 km away according to the listing, and Pisciotta, a medieval village, about 7 km according to one review. One person also mentions a bus stop about thirty metres away. The nearest airport is Salerno-Costa d'Amalfi, about 152 km away, so plan the journey calmly.
What the rooms and spaces are like
La Meriggia is small, with few rooms, and that is part of its character. Guests talk about large, bright and very clean rooms, with a design that echoes the colours of the sea.
- The rooms. Air-conditioned, with a balcony or small terrace, private bathroom with shower, toiletries, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
- The views. They depend on the room. The listing says they face the garden, one guest says the terrace looks onto the car park, and another sees the sea and the sunset.
- Terrace, garden and patio. Places to relax after the beach, described as peaceful by guests.
- For cyclists. The listing says there is space to leave bicycles.
What guests say
On Google the B&B has 4.7 from 51 reviews. The reviews I read are almost all five stars, and the themes are always the same.
People talk about spotless cleanliness, a family welcome and an owner attentive to needs, including a gluten-free breakfast for one guest who needed it. A couple with a young child write that they felt pampered. Others note that the level of extras and hospitality is like a three-star hotel.
I found nothing recurring on the negative side. One person describes the breakfast as basic, though perfect for a healthy style.
Breakfast and hospitality
Breakfast is Italian, served every morning, and for almost everyone it is generous and varied, with homemade sweets such as ciambelloni and a tart. It is often served by the owner, who gives guests tips on the area.
The family-run style is the strength people mention most. Even out of season, according to one guest, the level of service stays what the summer reviews describe.
What to know before booking
| What guests like | What to keep in mind |
|---|---|
| Beach very close and private parking | You need a car for Palinuro and to visit the coast |
| Spacious rooms and praised cleanliness | Few rooms, so it is best to book early |
| Generous breakfast, gluten-free on request | Breakfast is simple, according to one guest |
| Quiet position, away from the crowds | Not the place for nightlife |
The last point is my own judgement, not something the reviews say. Anyone looking for entertainment will find more of it in Palinuro.
Who it suits and what to do nearby
I would choose it for couples and families who want sea, calm and warm hospitality, and for anyone travelling by bike. I would not recommend it to anyone who wants a resort with everything on site.
For beach and walks, the base is already just steps away. To widen the trip you can look at other places, such as the B&B ZIA YAYA in Cersuta, the B&B Le Gorgonie in Tortora Marina or the B&B L'angolo di campagna in Piano di Sorrento.
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