There's a difference in room quality in terms of design and quality, but this is nicely compensated with the very open and friendly staff of the hotel. The garden is wonderful and it creates an oase of quietness: beautiful terraces, nice swimming pool. To be short a very nice stay! more

We stayed here for three nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wished it could have been longer. The setting is really peaceful and we had a wonderful sea view from our room. As in previous reviews be aware of hidden costs, we only had a standard room which didn't include the spa, this didn't matter to us as we... more

Have been in Villa Maria many times in the beginning, when they just started.. so i have seen it growing...from outside swimmingpool, new interior, new receptin,etc. to what it is now. We really loved to come here cause it was quiet and relaxing. Sometimes in the weekend it was too crowded cause of weddingparties. The place Francavilla al Mare is... more

Close to the airpot. Courtesy vehicle to the hotels private beach. My room had no tea/cofee making facility? Outside pool was well located, clean and tidy with plenty of poolside space. Reception staff were very helpful and arranged taxis when required. Restaurant was reasonably priced. more

Stay there twice a month average. Always very dedicated staff. Excellent place to relax and enjoy good food. Expensive internet acces. more

I was at the Sporting hotel with my 5 years old daughter. The hotel did not meet our expectation. My navigator was not working and I called the hotel to ask for directions. If I had not found a nice person who took us there I would still be looking for the hotel. The staff was not helpful. When I... more

Spacious rooms for the price. Great staff. Fantastic health center with indoor, pool, sauna, steam bath, etc. Beautiful view of the Adriatic from atop a hill about 2 km from the beach. more

a very nice place to stay because of the goodsize rooms, the stylish architecture and decoration, the friendliness and competence of the staff, the serene gardens surrounding the buildings, the lovely pool. The hotel is an heavenly oasis in the 'lungomare' of Francavilla that seems to be characterised by ugly buildings, loads and loads of publicity panels, cars & more... more

My second stay at the Villa Maria in less than a year. On this occasion I travelled alone, but felt very safe and well looked after in this very friendly and pretty hotel in the great location of Francaville Al Mare. All staff from reception, restaurant to housekeeping were friendly and approachable, seeing to my every need within a few... more