Hotel Continental Mare

Absolutely beautiful hotel – we loved every minute of our stay. The gardens surrounding the hotel and pool are stunning and immaculately maintained, creating such a peaceful atmosphere. The pool was warm, spotlessly clean, and had a great selection of sun loungers and Balinese beds. Having two pools was a real bonus. The beach club area was lovely and perfect for a swim in the sea, although it would benefit from some umbrellas or shaded areas. As there was no shade, and it was quite a climb back up to the hotel, we only used it for a quick dip. With some shade, it would be absolutely perfect. Breakfast was excellent, with a huge choice of fresh, high-quality food every morning. Our room was spacious and had a huge balcony overlooking the gardens, pool, and the sea, with incredible views across to Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The only real downside was the air conditioning. It kept the room cooler than outside, but it wasn’t as powerful as we would have liked, especially during the hotter days. The complimentary shuttle bus to and from Ischia Porto was a fantastic addition and made getting around very easy. It would have been even better if it ran a little later, as the last service is at 4:30pm, but the walk back from town is only around a mile and is manageable, albeit slightly uphill. We also had lunch at the hotel, which was excellent. The menu was extensive, and everything we ordered was delicious. We didn’t try dinner, as it wasn’t served until 8pm

Splendid, an overall fantastic experience with little expectations. A true gem in Ischia!

Stunning grounds, great value, staff are very friendly and attentive. Close proximity to the port. Would return to this hotel