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Hotel La Playa Blanca

4.0 star property
On private beach with rooftop pool, near Civic Museum of Ceramics

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a rooftop pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Exterior
Reception
1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Panoramic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - single
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Via Nino Martoglio, Ex Contrada Fiumara Marina, Santo Stefano di Camastra, ME, 98077

What's nearby

  • Civic Museum of Ceramics - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Window on the Sea - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid - 7 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Sanctuary of Letto Santo - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 28 min drive - 26.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santo Stefano Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar - Il BARonetto - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar Vittoria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar da Franco Pasticceria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Creperie - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Le Palme Cafè - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Playa Blanca

Upscale family-friendly hotel renovated in 2022 and located near Civic Museum of Ceramics
Located close to Sanctuary of Letto Santo and Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid, Hotel La Playa Blanca provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. With amenities like a private beach and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site Italian cuisine seafood restaurant, Playa Blanca Ristorante, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and concerts and live shows.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and a free beach club on site
  • A rooftop pool, a porter/bellhop, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel La Playa Blanca feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 22-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, Italian, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 km
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 35; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Playa
  • Playa Blanca Ristorante

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free beach club
  • Indoor/outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Rooftop pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 19 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1976
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 45
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 45 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 45

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 20 and March 15.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 45 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 45 and a deposit of EUR 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 28.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per adult: EUR 55
  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per child: EUR 35 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on August 14 per adult: EUR 55
  • Gala Dinner on August 14 per child: EUR 35 (from 6 to 12)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 70 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Pet deposit: EUR 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 45 per pet, per stay plus EUR 45 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 45 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 45 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 45 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 28.0 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 35

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 100
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT083091A1MYWHDIKG

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Hotel la Playa Blanca
Hotel la Playa Blanca Santo Stefano di Camastra
la Playa Blanca
la Playa Blanca Santo Stefano di Camastra
La Playa Blanca Hotel Santo Stefano Di Camastra
La Playa Blanca Santo Stefano Di Camastra, Sicily
Hotel Playa Blanca Santo Stefano di Camastra
Playa Blanca Santo Stefano di Camastra
Hotel La Playa Blanca Santo Stefano Di Camastra, Sicily
Hotel La Playa Blanca Hotel
Hotel La Playa Blanca Santo Stefano di Camastra
Hotel La Playa Blanca Hotel Santo Stefano di Camastra

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel La Playa Blanca have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include rooftop pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–6:30 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 20 to March 15.

Is Hotel La Playa Blanca pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of EUR 50 per stay and a fee of EUR 45 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of EUR 45 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 45 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM– 2:00 AM for a fee of EUR 45.

What time is check-out at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 45 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel La Playa Blanca provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel La Playa Blanca located?

Located in Santo Stefano di Camastra, this beachfront hotel is connected to a rail/subway station, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Civic Museum of Ceramics, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid and Sanctuary of Letto Santo. Castle of Caronia and Fiumara d'Arte - Arianna's Labyrinth are also within 20 mi (32 km). Santo Stefano Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Hotel La Playa Blanca Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 85 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Very peaceful hotel on the beach. Family friendly hotel, good swimming pool. Recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

2/10

- due to road work no access to hotel by car but got help from stuff - receptionist looked to be drunken - hotel very close to train tracks with all the noice - pool was green and filthy - rooms are not better than the pool but had nice view from balcony - stinky bathroom (sewage) and room was flooded in insecticides (got headache) - hard and crunchy bed - everything tired old and filthy - very high room rate for this! We booked and payed two days but left after one night. This place is just disgusting and a scam! - dangerous access to the stone beach (not suitable for a swim)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10

We did NOT stay here as it was disgusting. There was no toilet seat in the ladies toilet. The pool was green & you definitely wouldn’t have risked going in it. There was 1 member of staff serving drink but the owner/receptionist wasn’t even available. In talking to other guests (bless them! They were stuck there for a week!) there was no hot foot available & it’s a very long walk back up (very very steep!!) into town for food. Until the owner is prepared to spend some time/money on this property I would avoid like the plague. The whole road leading to the hotel was under construction also that we hadn’t been warned about so had to abandon our car and drag our cases along an unmade road. The list goes on…. I am just glad we were only booked in for 1 night as they wouldn’t cancel our booking either.
The tiles were blue in case you thought it might be supposed to be that colour
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Dålig information om allt, vi fick gå med altl bagage 230 meter p.g.a. vägarbete. När vi kom till receptionen och skulle checka in så fick vi en kortnyckel utan den lilla pappersfickan där man normalt skriver in rumsnummer, tur att man inte har alzheimers sjukdom. Väl till rummet så fick vi inte havsutsikt som vi hade bokat, tillbaka till receptionen och få ett rum med havsutsikt. Väl inne så finns det glasdörrar med fantastik utsikt, det tråkiga att dessa var låsta med en gammal skruv som var extremt svår att sätta tillbaka . Vi frågade när restaurangen hade öppet, det blev tre olika svar och det sista var att den var stängd för kvällen. Hela Hotellet var extrem eftersatt vilket är tokigt då läget vid havet är magiskt. På deras hemsida ska det var ett 4 stjärniga hotell men tyvärr inte värt mer än två stjärnor. Läget däremot är femstjärnigt.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10

esperienza da non ripetere, nessuna sorveglianza notturna e nessuno da chiamare in caso di emergenza (il numero era staccato). Per un mancato funzionamento della chiave elettronica siamo stati costretti a passare la notte in auto. Unica cosa positiva la presenza del receptionist, cordiale e paziente nonostante l’accaduto
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10

Musique ultra forte Restauration bas de gamme Hôtel très vieux Rapport qualité /prix très mauvais Seul point positif la vue mer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10

Ptj pas terrible .café idem.paim idem.serrirr de chambre bloquée.etc
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10

Déception à tous les étages. Nous en voulons à Hôtel.com de ne pas vérifier l’état sanitaire des hôtels de son catalogue. Une décoration pré an 2000, un wifi déficient, une climatisation qui ne fonctionne pas…etc…
Travaux dans tout l’hôtel
Boîte de dérivation non protégé
Cabine de douche minuscule
Interrupteur et prise défectueux
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10

Struttura ben posizionata sul mare,bellissima piscina e stanze molto grandi,personale gentilissimo verso la clientela
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10

hoel da chiudere e da ristrutturare..che ha dato il 4 stelle a questa struttura ..? incredibile
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10

Il mare adiacente alla struttura
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10

Seuls points positif : la situation de l'hôtel ''les pieds dans l'eau'' et les services rendus par la jeune fille de l'accueil qui d'ailleurs parlait. Points négatifs : la chambre (n°240) pas digne d'un 4 étoile, très petite et sans confort, sans aucune insonorisation, mobilier désuet, matelas sans âge, drap et intérieur des placards mal odorant. Le système d'évacuation d'eau du lavabo de la salle de bain était cassé et celui de la douche était bouché. Pas d'eau chaude à la douche et 2 ampoules Hs lors de notre arrivée (ces 2 points ont été réglés dès le lendemain). - le petit déjeuner est médiocre (pas de pain seulement des toasts froids), jambon de pietre qualite et impossible d'obtenir du lait chaud car la machine ne fonctionnait apparemment pas (à croire qu'il n'y avait pas de micro ondes en cuisine...). La dame s'occupant du petit déjeuner était mal aimable et sans aucun sourire. - l'ensemble de l'établissement n'est pas du tout entretenu (joint de piscine sale, moisissures noires apparentes, contour de piscine en plastique pour évacuation de l'eau cassé à de nombreux endroits, aucun coup de balai passé sur la terrasse,...) Nous avons réservé environ 80 nuitées sur hôtel.com ces dernières années et c'est la 1ere fois que nous sommes déçus, d'autant plus pour un hôtel qui se dit 4 étoiles mais qui n'en vaut pas plus que 1,5 voire 2 !!!! Cerise sur le gâteau, à notre départ, on me demande si je paie en carte bleu alors que tout avait été réglé lors de la réservation...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10

La struttura è molto bella, peccato perché necessità di diversi lavoro di manutenzione, partendo dai bagni delle camere, le sdraio, gli ombrelloni. Mancherebbe poco per renderlo veramente eccellente. Ma nel complesso è molto bello
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10

Hotel molto tranquillo piscina buona struttura rapporto qualità .prezzo inaccettabile
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

4/10

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019