We loved the hotel setting, rooms, service, staff, etc. rather than re-iterate what others have said let us make 3 comments in the improvement area. We ordered a la carte dinner one night and it was quite good although quite expensive. The second night we ordered the set menu and were quite disappointed in the quality and quantity. We would... more

The Villa Cheta in Acquafredda was the highlight of our 2007 trip to Italy. The villa and its hosts were elegant, charming and provided the kind of Mediterranean experience one can no longer find so readily on the Riviera or Amalfi Coast. The gardens surrounding the villa are glorious and the sea views, spectacular. The garden terrace offers al fresco... more

We stayed three nights in mid-September. Weather was lovely, and food great. We ate outside all three nights on two different terraces. The room was beautiful - embrodiered cotton sheets, quiet and peaceful. Food was delicious - homemade pastas and cakes. A small beach across the road made it perfect with warm Med water for swiming and chairs for reading.... more

Villa Cheta is a beautiful, beautiful hotel in grounds and gardens so lovely they will take your breath away. It is a true hideaway . This is a place to go to be with your partner and unwind in one of the most romantic settings I've ever seen. It is not a place for people who like to run around... more

We stayed there just one night, but I wish we stayed more. What makes the place uniquie is the service you get which is above average for what you pay. Don't miss the dinner on the terrace and breakfast. It's a nice stopover and a place where you can relax for a week or so. more

We stayed at the Vila Cheta in July and it was excellent . The staff in particular were very friendly, polite and and helpful . Nothing was too much trouble . The room was immaculate and the A/C was a godsend . The only downside was that our room was at the back so had no view . Breakfast was... more

Don’t come to Villa Cheta if you are looking for swimming pools and lifts to the first and only floor or if you are looking for fast food, fast meals and run of the mill mediocre service. However, do come if you are looking a great family atmosphere ensuring the highest attention to details, individually furnished rooms; all with excellent... more

We have just come back from a six-day stay at the Villa Cheta Elite near Maratea and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This part of southern Italy is very pretty at this time of year and there seem to be flowers growing everywhere. Villa Cheta Elite is an attractive Edwardian- style hotel in a stunning, high-up location with extensive views over the... more

Clearly the best hotel in the Maratea area, but if you need a pool or a town with shops within walking distance this is not the hotel for you. Acquafredda is not quite a town (two stores and a church). The town of Maratea is about 10 minutes by car, and it is a lively, charming little village with outdoor... more