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, pool loungers
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Front of property
Private beach, black sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Via Nino Martoglio, Ex Contrada Fiumara Marina, Santo Stefano di Camastra, ME, 98077
  • Civic Museum of Ceramics
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sanctuary of Letto Santo
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View

Highlights

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

Family Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Santo Stefano di Camastra

At Hotel La Playa Blanca, you'll be connected to a railway/underground station and 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from Civic Museum of Ceramics. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and free buffet breakfast. .The seafood restaurant, Playa Blanca Ristorante, serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Bar Playa is the hotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and brunch. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. 1292 square feet (120 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and limo/town car service. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Santo Stefano di Camastra hotel include Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid and Sanctuary of Letto Santo.

What's nearby

  • Civic Museum of Ceramics - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Window on the Sea - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fiumara d'Arte - 38th Parallel Pyramid - 7 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Sanctuary of Letto Santo - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 28 min drive - 42.2 km

Getting around

  • Santo Stefano Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Lungomare - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Da Giannino - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar da Franco Pasticceria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Da Giacomo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bar Vittoria - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Playa Blanca

On private beach with rooftop pool, near Civic Museum of Ceramics
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the black sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Hotel La Playa Blanca such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Mediterranean hotel also offers a rooftop terrace and a garden. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Hotel La Playa Blanca was completed in May 2022.

This 4-star Santo Stefano di Camastra hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1976
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel La Playa Blanca offers 33 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 0 metres
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 kilometres
  • 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 centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

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 centre
  • 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

  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

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 organised 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

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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 within 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 20 October and 15 March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 45 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 45 and a deposit of EUR 50 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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 a one-off EUR 45 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 10.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 35

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 100. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number IT083091A1MYWHDIKG

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Hotel La Playa Blanca offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Yep, Hotel La Playa Blanca has a free self car park and free extended parking. Onsite parking is limited (max 5 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Hotel La Playa Blanca?

The closest beach to Hotel La Playa Blanca is Marina Beach (8.1 km).

Does Hotel La Playa Blanca have a pool?

Hotel La Playa Blanca has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to October).

Is Hotel La Playa Blanca family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a private beach, it's no surprise that Hotel La Playa Blanca is a hit with families.

Does Hotel La Playa Blanca serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 20 until March 15.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Playa Blanca?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel La Playa Blanca, with dog exercise areas on offer.