8/10 Good
Deborah
24 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hills, Hospitality & Heavenly Coffee
We had a wonderful stay at L’Ulivio – and while our calves may never recover from the daily pilgrimage up the hill, our hearts are full.
First off, massive praise to the young lady on reception. She was an absolute gem – friendly, endlessly helpful, and somehow managed to have a bus timetable on hand for every possible journey, interdimensional or otherwise. Nothing was too much trouble – advice, directions, spiritual guidance – she had it all.
The local residents deserve their own five stars. Genuinely top-class human beings. We were blown away by their kindness and warmth. They’d probably carry you home if you asked nicely (and after a glass of limoncello).
There’s a sweet little church nearby, and a real sense of old-school community spirit. You’ll find a great local coffee shop, a nice pizzeria, and a couple of small bars where you’ll feel like you’ve wandered into someone’s lively living room.
The rooms? Basic but clean and comfy, with daily maid service.
Now, a note on the hill. It’s not a hill. It’s a mountain disguised as a road. Fit? So are we. But by day three, we were considering hiring a donkey. After the bus service ends, local taxis will charge you €45 to drive you about as far as you can throw pasta. A little hotel-run shuttle would go down very well – or at least some sort of cheering squad at the halfway point.
Still, if you’re after an authentic Italian experience – L’Ulivio is a great base. Just pack your hiking boots… and maybe a grappling hook!
Deborah
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
