Great place for anyone interested in history. The climb is not easy, but worth once you are at the top. They did lock some areas behind doors, but there are still enough individual areas to see.

A really interesting place to visit. So much history that will really move you. Beautiful setting and in an area with so many restaurants and small shops. A really good day spent with a fantastic guide Paulo di Palma who is highly recommended

Absolutely gorgeous! We booked for Apertif. Walked around the castle afterwards on our way to dinner. The castle has rooms you can stay in, a restaurant, and a cocktail lounge. You must book via email on their website. Amazing place!

So beautiful castle surrounded by the sea and linked to the island through a bridge. We spent there almost 1 day because we were fascinated by the incredible views from above

So worth it! Well kept, easy to get around and the small pamphlet has lots of information. Beautiful views everywhere you look and worth stopping at the Café near the Olive Trees Garden both for the view and a granita.

Do not miss going to this castle on your trip to the island It is not a tourist trap , it is absolutely breathtaking and a beautiful way to spend an afternoon! They sell the last tickets at 4:30 in the afternoon and you could take in sunset from the glorious view point !

Ok... the comments about being in shape to tackle this place especially when it's hot are not overexagerated! I would not bring little kids or anyone that can't handle a bit of a trek. However there are bathrooms and cafés at the midpoint and top. Prices are really fair so don't hesitate to stop for a beverage and enjoy the terrace views. It's an incredible and massive structure with a really long history. It also has a some amazing views so for us it was more than worth it. Warning... the Ischia bus system is amazing BUT if you bus it to the Castle, Bus 7 has no air conditioning and is packed full. Also the bus stop is right across from the taxis just before the causeway to the castle. It's not marked so it's a bit confusing where to wait for the bus.

We had the Diovola Pizza and also one with sausage for me as I’m still council. Not a bad shout over all. We had a windy night upstairs so was a bit chilly. No fault of theirs. Lovely little treat will certainly go back.

I can’t really recommend this restaurant. I think there are plenty of very good restaurants in the area and this just underscores. They have a rooftop terrace with a nice sea view but the service is not warm or welcoming. They serve bruschetta to all guests which is a nice gesture but the bread was so hard, you could break your teeth. We tried the zucchini flower started but it just tastes dull like nothing but dried fried food. The pizza was good, average. The prices are okay but slightly higher than some better restaurants we have been to.

We were recommended to try the restaurant/pizzeria, that after the first night we ended up going there three more nights in 10 days for dinner and took friends with us. The food was delicious and amazing fresh catch of the day and the yummy pizzas. Great atmosphere with a rooftop terrace great service.

Excellent meal, service,and atmosphere on a Friday night with the street closed down for strolling.

a nice restaurant with a nice sea view. The waitresses are all very attentive, the food was delicious. at the entrance there is a fridge with meat, this was cooked perfectly. We had two T-bone steaks point the photos say it all. Many thanks to our waiter Salvatore who gave us very good advice.

Excellent food and affordable price. We came here for dinner 2days in a low. Octopus with tomato sauce is must try. Best Pizza on the island! Bravo

We came here twice in three days because the food was delicious with great value for money and the staff were excellent. The rooftop views are gorgeous too. Overall was really impressed!

Stopped there for dinner and honestly... It was delicious!!! Had a really good starter of eggplant and after a pizza with pistachio cream and mortadella that was probably one of the best we ever had. Staff was also really nice. I would recommend it 100%

Cannot give less than 5 stars! We ordered takeaway and they even gave us a pizza to snack on while we waited, very friendly service. We had the Calzone Fritta that was amazing, and the one with mortadella and pistacchio cream was also amazing. If you are on Ischia and have this restaurant nearby is it def worth trying!

MUST NOT MISS, FABULOUS MEALS! The owner is enthusiastic and knows the taste and quality of his food, he explained the specials in a tasteful description, our entrees and mains were timed impeccably, and wine was fantastic. All of the staff were friendly and attentive, highly recommend this restaurant.

Great pizza, great dough ( soft fresh tasty) had the eggplant parmigiana with sauce and the sausage and rapini the were both delicious, then had the tiramisu OH MY GOD!! With a dab of Nutella on it, it sould be illegal WOW what a finish. Awesome place enjoy

Kind and helpful service. The waiter spoke to us with respect and interest, which is sometimes surprising for an Italian restaurant. The food was amazing and delicious. The best we ate in Ischia. I recommend more than restaurants right by the sea and in the center. The portions were large, it was possible to have the food wrapped.

Lovely restaurant with excellent service. Really appreciated the server giving us some homemade spicy olive oil with chillies in it. We ordered the rabbit dish for two that comes with a pasta and a meat dish to share. The restaurant did a terrific job with the rabbit, and the meat came off the bones easily. The pizza line outside was also very busy during our dinner time. Highly recommend a visit to this restaurant.

Fantastic service and very nice food. Their Parmigiana is to die for! Also a good price for all the food we got 😋 Definitely coming back next time we’re in Ischia!

I loved the beach and had a wonderful day. The only problem is that the black sand is very beautiful, but I ended up burning my feet a bit underneath 😂😂 but I recommend it.

Lovely beach for snorkeling and relaxing! We saw lots of small fish and even a black and yellow moray eel. In some areas you can see the CO2 bubbles coming up to the surface! There was a bit of trash though… a beach cleanup would be appreciated! Don’t forget to take your trash with you!

One of the best places on the earth, I can say.. I went early morning in a "bad weather " and it was amazingly beautiful with almost no one around.. I went again to enjoy the sunset as well.. a must visit place!

By far the best beach on the island. The lounger are also reasonably priced for the day and the facilities are great. The water and beach is additionally spotless. Overall, dreamy.

Lovely place, but It's a shame that there are not enough free beaches. For a single day at the beach you have to spend at least: - 10€ for parking; - 25€ for two deck chairs and a beach umbrella.

Amazing beach 🥰

Hiked here from Sant'Angelo. Well-marked trail starts near the arch at the entrance to town. Passes Fumarole Beach, then a climb with some dirt trails. Lots of options to beach, refresh, or eat at Maronti. I took the water taxi back to Sant'Angelo. Lots of fun and a must for Elena Ferrante fans

The restaurant and view are amazing. The wait staff and service as well. The food is a little underwhelming while being a little high on the price side. All in all not a bad place to have a romantic dinner looking over the ocean.

This review is long overdue, but I must share what an absolute treat it was to have our wedding reception dinner and aperitivo here at La Lampara in July 2023. The dinner created by Chef Ciro Calise was so delicious and stunningly beautiful. We had five courses and each course was a work of art. Many guests - all passionate "foodies" said this was the best food they've ever had. We want to thank Anna and her team for organizing the most beautiful and memorable wedding evening for us. We had been looking forward to the dinner at La Lampara for over a year and wow did it deliver!! It surpassed our expectations in every way. The views were breathtaking and the entire evening was just magical. And I want to call out a special thanks to Chef Ciro and his team for accommodating our guests' special dietary restrictions. One of my friends can't eat egg, dairy or gluten and Chef Ciro not only accommodated her for each dinner course, but made her a special plate of appetizers just for her at the aperitivo hour. It made her so happy she was practically brought to tears. Thank you to everyone at La Lampara for being so wonderful to work with and for giving us the wedding dinner and evening of our dreams.

Fabulous food. Very attentive staff. It's on the rooftop so the views are amazing too. Highly recommended

Absolutely perfect. Book in as soon as you can.

Fantastic place with amazing views and fabulous food. It's pricey but worth it and the service is attentive and friendly. 39 Euro for 5 lobster ravioli in a bowl is what you can expect, but it's damn good!

We usually have a rule about avoiding hotel restaurants, however La Lampara is an exception. We had a long lunch here with friends and a young baby. This is an elegant venue with an upscale menu. The service was extraordinary and the food was considered and well presented. The stunning view is the cherry on top. We really enjoyed talking to our waiter who was incredibly knowledgeable about Italian wines. The on-the-house amuse bouches were heavenly and interesting. We also greatly enjoyed our other dishes. Well done to the chef! We highly recommend a dinner or lunch here if you consider yourself a foodie!

This was one of very few places open for lunch on a weekday in the off-season. We came dressed in our touristing clothes since we were hiking up to the castle, and I was a bit worried we were underdressed for the restaurant. However, the staff was kind and not judgemental. They even brought us a complimentary shrimp and calamari carpaccio appetizer. I had the risotto al limone, and my husband had a fried calamari and shrimp dish. We were pleasantly surprised with the large portions - being such a fancy restaurant we expected the portions to be tiny! The food was delicious! The bill was also less than I expected given the decor of the place.

The setting at Giardino Eden is undeniably beautiful, but the experience didn’t quite live up to expectations. Service was inconsistent—at times attentive, but often slow. We had to ask to move on to the desert.. they didn’t propose coffee. Finding the entrance was also confusing. It’s poorly marked and looks more like a private house than a restaurant, which added an unnecessary layer of frustration at the start of the visit. The desserts were definitely the highlight: well-prepared and enjoyable. At the prices they charge, they certainly should be. Unfortunately, the rest of the meal didn’t match that standard. The fish tartare, for example, was not that tasty but disappointingly small for such a high price. Overall, a somewhat underwhelming experience. Giardino Eden has potential, but it needs to improve both its service and overall value to justify its upscale image.

The beach club is beautiful and the vibe is great. But you would think that the price of the snack bar is going to reasonable since you have to pay a ticket for being there, but no. And it’s not only that the food is expensive but it’s not that great. So i would recommend to come here only for the beach and drinks if you’re hotel doesn’t have a beach, because it’s pricey. The drinks and the pastries are good but the food isn’t worth it. Extremely overpriced for the quality you’re getting. And the service is okay, but for it to be a luxury beach club, you should be getting fresh dry towels every now and then instead of getting one per person for the whole day.

Hostpitality at its best. Since our arrival by the boat we felt like in „White lotus”. Each member of Giardino Eden team was smiling, helpful, kind and spoke great English. The food is amazing at any time of the day (breakfast, beachclub menu, dinner), the room had everything we needed and offered a great seaview, even the playlist was spot on. Great to see the heritage of Mr Ugo Germani, who created this place, is cherished and continued. We spent there one of the best weekends ever and definitely will be back!

Really came here for the great beach club vibes and chairs by the water. Not only did it scratch that itch but the lunch was delicious as well. A pleasant surprise when you need a break from the sun. Water was fantastic for a swim.

We booked beach club chairs specifically asking for shade. They confirmed the chairs will be shaded but when we arrived there wasn’t any shade and the attendant said the only shaded chairs they have are unassigned ones by the pool. Whatever, I took my stuff and moved to the pool because an entire day of no shade is unbearable under the scorching sun. The chairs under by the pool were uncomfortable and you couldn’t adjust the seat lean angle. I tried ordering a drink and they refused to bring it to the pool chair I had. So I had to go back to the assigned sun chair and bring it myself. Also, everything was super overpriced. On the plus side, the view from the club was nice. Edit: turns out the unassigned chairs were actually assigned. So I got kicked out and had to figure out a way to transfer my chair reservation. Had to pick up all my drinks and bring them across the beach club and then haul them all the way back to the pool area. No one offered to help, just rudely kicked us out and watched us trying to gather all out things.

We rented chairs here for the day and then had lunch in the restaurant. Lunch was tasty. Definitely an expensive beach club but the view of the castle is outstanding. For sure one of the pricier beach club experiences but worth it for a day. There is not a lot of shade on the sea areas but they were accommodating when we requested to move to a shadier pool side spot. If you want shade, you need to request either a bed with a cover or be by the pool.

Great if you want a boujie beach club day. It's expensive but you're paying for a fancy beach club. I've given 4 stars because I think you should be able to move the chair up and down more, and more shade should be offered especially for the price. On the summer months only full days are available at the beach club, you need shade or you burn quite badly like I did 😅 Otherwise, it's a great beach club, nice friendly staff & very clean :)

2 days in a row! And definitely coming back. Giorgio provided the best service ever. He was super sweet, fun and very professional. My favourite waiter in Italy! 💕 Such a beautiful place with the nicest staff. Mauro and Tatiana were friendly and so welcoming.

We had a phenomenal dining experience here. On a night where the seas were rough - we by chance got blessed to dine with the place to ourselves. From the wine, to the food, to the service, we couldn’t thank the team enough. This has been our best evening in Ischia! A gardenia between two thorns..

We just went there to have aperitivo. The place location is perfect. The view is looking to napoli procida. I love the view. The drinks were good too. But aperitivo variety was very limited. They could have added a few more different things. There is a parking lot above the venue. The staff was kind and helpful. We paid 21 euros for 2 drinks.

The servers in the restaurant were a little pretentious. One of them was friendly, the others were not. They brought me the wrong entree and i said “that’s not what i ordered” and this pushy/grumpy server said “it’s good, you will like it” instead of sorry??? Bc it took so long i went along w it. Food was fresh and good, we still had fun. It wasn’t transparent they automatically charge you per person for the beach club on our lunch bill. We didn’t want 5 chairs, only 2 but they tried to charge us 100€. …they need share that info upfront. I’m ok w spending more but i think better service is expected at these prices.

I can only give this beach club 5 stars! It was exceptional. It is truly the most magical garden by the sea and if I could I would have spent every day here. Absolutely worth a visit. Great location, fantastic value for money, lovely staff who managed to accommodate us without a reservation. Great food and service (by Marco). This was not an obnoxious type beach club - it had a great vibe and was relaxing.

Dream Stay! Incredible service from Mauro:From the moment we arrived, he took care of ordering a taxi for us. He made sure to introduce us to Ischia and all the must-see spots. Throughout our stay, he helped us organize our trips, even going so far as to fetch croissants for us from town in the morning. The location is idyllic; we felt perfectly isolated from the more touristy center of Ischia. The food was delicious.

I stayed at an airbnb on the property and can say these are some of the kindest and caring people you will meet!! I stepped on a sea urchin my last day here and not only did they offer helpful remedies for the sting, they also regularly came by our patio to check on me for the next several hours. I can't comment on the food (great coffee and apertivo though) as we didn't get a chance to have a meal there but they could not have been kinder!!! The water and beach club are absolutely stunning. 10/10 place and 100/100 people!

The food here has been the best we enjoyed in ischia and the staff were so friendly. Very calm enjoyable vibe and lovely atmosphere - Grazie!

Nothing short of amazing. Great food, friendly and professional staff. We are glad we visited it.

Don’t skip! One of those places where you never want to, nor feel like you have to, leave. Don’t sleep on the wine with peaches.

We ordered one kind of wine, brought another. Chicken with cherrry tomatoes for 2 person 13,50€, ischia fish 13€, sardines 8,5€, fried potatoes 4€, donuts 4€, sprite 3€. It was tasty. We was waiting very long. Doesn't pay attention, when we want to pay. Service didn't like, but the chef of the kitchen produces a delicious meal.

The place is in Maronti beach’s area even if a bit off the beaten track. We decided to come here because of the good reviews and were not disappointed at all. The food was delicious: we had parmigiana di melanzana as starter and pasta aglio olio e peperoncino and pasta with clams as first dishes and everything tasted great! On the top of that Vincenzo, the owner of the place, is a very special person. He came to speak with us few times and made us feel at home. The only regret that we had is that we couldn’t eat anymore! (You might want to book a table in advance because the place is often fully booked, especially during summer).

A true gem in Ischia. We walked for 3 km to get to here and almost got lost, but when we finally arrived it was all worth it. The place, the food, the service, the view, everything was perrrrrfect!

Take the water taxi from Sant Angelo to the restaurant, 4euros per person per trip. You walk a narrow alley until you reach what looks like a hole in the wall. A cozy atmosphere and relaxed sitting. Food is fresh and cooked inside the kitchen just for you. Prices are good. Food is all cooked to order. They take Visa. TiP: bring Mosquito repellant and thank me later specially in summer.

Beautiful gardens with private space, very peaceful. Better suited to guests with younger members as the pools are slightly cooler. Nice places to eat and shopping opportunities. The pools are naturalistic and might be tricky for people with mobility or sight issues,(lots of unlevel steps in and out of the water) But I really wouldn't let that put you off. This place is stunning and I'd definitely recommend spending a day there.

We've been in Naples for six days. On the seventh day we rested here. Fabulous retreat. The thermal baths were divine.

Came here on a super rainy day and it was beautiful! It is EMPTY at the beginning of October. The pools up on the cliffside were magical. Would return again! Only small downside is that if you rent a towel (8euros), to get a dry one (and it was pouring the whole time) you have to pay again. I understand but it seemed like a little bit of a cash grab since the park is already 90+ euros for two people.

Beautiful place but some disappointments. - The setting is extraordinary and without equal. The beach is perfect. It is a 20 minute And 30 Euro taxi ride from the main port. - All over Italy, water fountains are running and plentiful. Not at Negombo. Despite paying the equivalent of over $100 for 2 people, the only drinking water available is for sale. Stating hydrated after thermal baths is important, and Negombo makes you pay. - You pay the equivalent of $10 more to rent a single towel. Plus a $15 deposit on the towel that is returned to you as you give the wet towel back. But their refusal to exchange a soaking wet cold towel for a fresh dry one after you have used it all day is a surprisingly stingy element if the operation. - The squatting toilets are unpleasant and challenging for many. If management could simply address the 3 issues above (water, towels and toilets), this would be a 5 star experience.

A brilliant thermal spa and beach place. It costs €100 for 2 adults for a full day but there’s lot a to see with many thermal pools a great beach and normal pool’s. Lots of facilities on site including toilets and changing rooms. Lockers are free but cost you a returnable €20 deposit. Your entry price includes 2 subbed 2 deck chairs and an umbrella. Towels cost to hire so bring your own. Several restaurants on site nothing too pricey. Lots of locals do it must be good. Plenty of undercover parking and in the Italian summer that’s worth it. Easy to get from Ischia Porto on a regular bus service €5 for a full day bus pass!

This park is supposedly “kid friendly.” First there are no pools where young kids can walk around. One kid pool is 5 feet deep and other one is approx 4. I guess if your kids are 10+ then yes, but otherwise for younger kids, no. Poseidon is much better with pools for younger kids. There are good staff and very rude staff. My young son needed a toilet with a seat and there was one which the employee refused to open. Tl:dr: go to Poseidon if you have young kids. This park is not kid friendly and some staff are quite rude. If you want to go to the beach, just walk further to free beach and if you want t shade, there is free shade along the cliffs.

This is a beautiful resort. The spectacular beauty of the setting, the way all of the processes and the recreation areas are set up, the quality of the food & drinks, and the very nature of the wonderful thermal salt water pools are all terrific and enjoyable. It is a calm and enjoyable place, as it is spread out across many separate areas, yet easy to get around and enjoy the variety of settings and pools. There was nothing that I did not like about our visit. A total relaxing and amazing experience!

Nice beach, quiet but less clean water. But nice spot especially together with Negombo 👍🏼

Nice beach with moderately steady slope for younger kids. There is free shade along shade if you don’t have umbrella next to cliffs. Water is clean and not rough bc in cove

Beach itself spreading in two parts. Arroun 70% private (you have to pay) and 30% public (for free). We used free on, they including toilets. The shade from the mountains come first on the free beach. It’s very great with kids, you need to walk little bit in the water to not feel sand under you feet. It’s very lovely. We are visiting in mid September so it’s not crowded. Recommend

Way too expensive for such basic service. No side tables, no lockers. Umbrellas are not adjustable. Owners should invest more into the facilities, not just raise the prices

Very nice beach. We liked it as I can’t swim but it’s shallow enough for me to be able to touch the ground with my feet quite far out. Half of it has sun loungers to rent and half of it is just free with no sun loungers etc. There’s also a small bar serving aperol spritz, beers etc. We got there via bus. It’s a bit of a walk down but not half as bad as it looks as it’s mostly some steps and then a restive flat path, so if you don’t mind a ten min walk and a short bit with steps, it’s fine to get to from the bus. We went fairly late and stayed til gone 7pm, when the water was still warm enough.

The beach says free but actually it’s only a small area of sand where you can sit down and it’s crowded and dirty. The umbrellas are 60€ per day which is insane and you cannot even sit down on the sand because they send you away.The staff is rude and the whole beach is really not worth visiting.

A very nice beach in Ischia, nice water and views. Went on Saturday, not crowded even if beach it's not that big. €50 for 2 sunbeds for whole day or €25 after 2pm. There are clean showers for which you have to pay a small fee, changing rooms and clean toilets. Definitely one of the best beaches on the island if you prefer to have 'space'. Only one snack bar which is a bit pricey for what they offer.

While the beauty and care with which the gardens have been cultivated are truly admirable, my visit was unfortunately overshadowed by the fact that smoking is permitted within the grounds. Allowing visitors to smoke in such a serene, carefully preserved natural environment is not only detrimental to the air quality and atmosphere but also deeply detracts from the experience for those who come seeking peace, beauty, and inspiration. The gardens, created over many years with such dedication and vision, deserve to be enjoyed in a setting that respects their tranquility and ecological integrity. Sadly, the presence of cigarette smoke made it difficult to fully appreciate the space and ambiance that Sir William Walton and Lady Susana Walton so lovingly brought to life. I strongly urge the Foundation to reconsider its policy on smoking within the gardens. Implementing a non-smoking rule would preserve the healthful environment, enhance the experience for all visitors, and align more closely with the spirit of harmony and reflection that La Mortella was clearly intended to embody.

Gorgeous gardens (ticket 12 €), quite large, so you will spend some time here. There is even a small cafe bar with some food right under the Greek theater (you can also find toilets here, next to the theater). We also caught the concert in the evening from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM and the ticket cost only 8 €. Fallowing the song for parking and ticket office if you are by car (around 1 km from down, another entrance by foot).

This is a must-visit-place if you visit Ischia! The place is incredible, and there's so many wonderful, beautiful and unique places. Make sure to have plenty of time, and it is a big garden and theres quite a lot of walking, paths up and down, elevations and stairs. At the very top and bottom, trees offer you a bit of shade and fresh air. The the levels in between, the sun and stairs can make it an incredibly warm experience. Make sure to bring water and something for your blood sugar if it is a very warm day. The place is relatively easy to reach by public transportation. Parking is a bit more tricky, however if you enjoy a slightly challenging drive on small roads there's a small parking lot at the very top of the garden.

If you’ve visited botanical gardens in other major cities (500,000+ population), this one won’t surprise you — it’s pleasant, but quite standard. Plan for about an hour to see everything. One important tip: there are a lot of tiger mosquitoes here. If you’re not familiar with them, look them up and make sure to bring repellent — it will make your visit much more enjoyable.

A stunning set of gardens. Tranquil and inspiring. We also enjoyed an outdoor concert one evening whichbwas also a joy with all the scent from the garden mixing in with the frogs chorus from the ponds. Cant recommend more highly. Wegot there for when it opened at 9 as it was cooler and less busy.

Definitely worth the price and super nice to get some shade in there when it's super hot outside. Make sure to keep in mind the guided tour groups that might arrive on the daily around 10:30-11-30am

We visited the garden with friends and were not disappointed. There was so much to see and didn't manage to see the whole garden. What we did see was beautiful and very colourful. The frogs even treated us to a different type of concert as they stayed hidden amongst the lillies. If you have mobility issues then you may not get to see the whole garden as there are lots of steps. Each plant or tree was labelled to show where in the world they originate from. There is a lovely cafe and shop. At the time of visiting, there was a concert going on, which was an additional cost. We were pleasantly surprised how beautiful the gardens are and thoroughly recommend visiting them.

I spent a wonderful five nights at Botania Relias & Spa and I can't recommend it highly enough. This place truly is an oasis of greenery and tranquility - exactly what I needed for a peaceful getaway. What makes this hotel special are the countless little private hideaways scattered throughout the property. I loved discovering the outdoor cabana beds charming benches tucked into quiet corners and even swings where you can just sit and breathe. It's like having your own secret Garden with multiple spots to find your perfect moment of Zen. The staff were incredibly accommodating and hospitable throughout my stay. They really made me feel welcomed and cared for. The food was another highlight, the nuance of flavours and artistry in each dish was remarkable. The 3 day a week Yoga sessions with Luisa were absolutely fantastic too. The live music was also top notch - an unexpected welcomed addition to my experience. The proximity to the thermal baths was the perfect bonus, making it so convenient to enjoy the full wellness experience without hassle. If your looking for a high quality place to truly replenish your vitality and find some peace, Botania Relais and Spa is absolutely ideal. I will definitely be back.

Our stay at Botania Relais was pure magic from start to finish. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel special, and they even surprised us with an upgrade to a stunning suite with a private pool. The service is truly 5-star; every detail and every interaction felt luxurious and personal. The property itself is truly remarkable, surrounded by lush greenery, beautiful flowers, and a profound sense of peace. It feels like a hidden paradise. I only had the chance to try one of the restaurants, Il Corbezzolo, but it turned out to be the best meal of my entire vacation. The food and ambiance were phenomenal. Botania Relais exceeded all expectations. I can’t wait to come back!

From the moment we arrived, we knew we’d discovered something special. While the property isn’t situated directly on the beach, that turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Nestled among vibrant gardens and lush greenery, the setting felt peaceful, secluded, and refreshingly different from the typical beachfront resort experience. If you do want some sand and sea, a beautiful beach is just a short five-minute stroll away—easy and convenient. But honestly, we found ourselves completely enchanted by the grounds. The landscaping is stunning, the atmosphere is serene, and everything feels thoughtfully curated. One of the standout aspects of our stay was the staff. Every person we interacted with was genuinely kind, attentive, and committed to making our experience memorable. It’s rare to come across such consistently warm and detail-oriented service. The food was fresh and clean, the ambiance was calming, and every moment felt like a breath of fresh air. We’re leaving with full hearts and already dreaming of our return. This has, without question, become one of our favorite places we’ve ever stayed.

Our stay at Botania was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel like part of the family. Anything that we requested was met with ease, such as transfers, reservations & recommendations. Our room was gorgeous, the bedding perfect (I haven’t slept that good even in my own bed), the food for breakfast, lunch & dinner was divine. Norma’s served the best meatballs I’ve had in my life!! Highly recommend Botania.

Best hotel in all of Ischia! We absolutely loved our stay here. My husband and I stayed for a week in May as we were in need of a very relaxing vacation. The property is gorgeous and truly a place to rejuvenate and relax.The staff was exceptional, the food was phenomenal, and everything was truly amazing. We really couldn’t recommend this place more. From the indoor and outdoor gyms, the pool, the access to the beach, the spa, and thermal pools, we felt secluded, taken care of, and so at peace. We can’t wait to go back!

Botania Relais & Spa in Ischia felt like staying in a real-life garden paradise. Everywhere you look, it’s green and peaceful. The breakfast buffet and restaurants were incredible — some of the best food we had on the island. The service was flawless and genuinely warm. We fell in love with both Ischia and this hotel, and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

The most dreamy hotel! Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Everything is so peaceful und enjoyable. The food is unbelievably tasty, the breakfast has be the best breakfast I have ever experienced at a hotel. Everything is just fresh! My favourite thing on the menu ist for sure the white melanzane. Everyone who has a chance to go to botania should do it! I truly recommend 💛💛

Possibly the best restaurant I have been to in Italy. Service and food top quality. Price appropriate. Would come back in a blink.

An amazing place, with delicious food and incredible hospitality! We had lunch at Saturnino and finally got to taste the local rabbit anf were totally charmed. Thank you, you are doin a great job! Also, I need to mention the bathroom, because not only was it beautifully decorated, but the “melograno” fragrance from Dr. Vranjes made it like a magic place.

Best food we had in ischia. The service was great, super friendly staff. Delicious food and well priced. We highly recommend. We took the rabbit which was amazing, the octopus and the swordfish.

From start to finish the experience was divine. View beautiful, service amazing and food divine.

This is my favorite restaurant on Ischia. This was actually the second time we ate here, and it was even better than two years ago. We had the set menu, portions were generous and each of the courses had distinct flavours. We paired it with a lovely bottle of a local natural wine (Bajola). Our dinner was genuinely exciting and outpaced the other Michelin guide restaurant in the town of Forio. When we return to Ischia, returning here is a no-brainer!

Everything was delicious. Tasty and yet delicate. The restaurant is curated into the very details, looking perfect for any kind of event. The staff is attentive and nice.

We had chef’s tasting menu (4 courses and dessert,65€) - it was amazing, super innovative fish dishes. If you want a non-standard Italian dining experience, I highly recommend it. The service was also excellent- friendly, polite, with dishes coming one after the other but not too quickly. Enjoyed it a lot. You have to reserve in advance in a summer season because there aren’t so many tables and it gets full!

Proof if any were needed of the geothermal activity in the Bay of Naples. Although children are not permitted to enter the main hot pools, there are pools where they can happily play if supervised by an adult so it isn't too restrictive. My wife had a great time in the hot pools and sauna while i looked after our little one. For us this was a great day out from Sorrento where we were staying and involved an enjoyable ferry trip from Sorrento harbour,

Such a beautiful park! My husband, 1.5 year old son, and I visited for the day. Kids aren’t allowed in the thermal park so we stayed by the kids pools and switched off enjoying the spas. Such a relaxing experience at a great value. We got lunch at the cafe as well. The pool areas were clean and spacious and everyone there was respectful. One of the highlights of our trip.

Wow. Amazing day trip from Sorrento. Can’t recommend enough. Tons of restrooms and changing areas. Hundreds of chairs and umbrellas free of charge. Free locker to leave belongings. Affordable delicious food. Mostly locals

Super clean, nice and relaxing atmosphere. There are free lockers and many changing areas. Two restaurants for breakfast and lunch, not too many choices, but there are some still. You need a whole day to visit everything and enjoy the park’s diversity.

Great experience for a day. The entry is 50 € per person for the whole day. You can choose in any area a sunbed for the day. They have a bar open all day with drinks, desserts and sandwiches and a restaurant with food till 4pm I think. The pools are clean and with Ward water from 32 to 40°. It's worth the experience for a day if you stay 7 days on the island.

This is a large thermal bath complex with many pools and beautiful landscaping. The position, on a side of a hill all the way to the sea, with its own private beach, leads to breathtaking and mesmerizing views. This place is really a gem.

Beautiful thermal spa in Ischia. Make a reservation online to reserve the seats you want. We also had lunch there at the restaurant. Lunch was also very good. Salt water pools. Hot pools. Cold pools. A beautiful spa. Right on the beach…the Bay of Citara.

The best eggplant parmigiana I’ve ever had in my life (coming from a vegetarian who always orders this dish everywhere). The family who owns the place is so sweet. We went for lunch and dinner (it was that good), and neither disappointed. Their house wine selection was also delicious (we tried all of them), and the atmosphere is exactly what you would wish a place like this to look like. I can’t wait to go back. Thank you for the hospitality, for the dedication at what you do, and for keeping your roots. Grazie mille 🫶🏻

Since I live in Naples, my expectations are kind of high. I made a great search to find this restaurant but the food wasn’t perfect. It was good but not perfect. To begin with, octopus carpaccio was mid, combining it with corn was weird. The squid was also mid but the pumpkin sauce was good. Gnocchi lacked salt, it was also very mid. The best thing was the gamberi I tried. The atmosphere and the environment was very good. 2 antipasti, 1 pasta, 2 secondi and 1 bottle of wine was 150 euros.

We were able to get a last minute reservation here and it could not have turned out to be a better night. Luigi, Vanessa, and Antonio were so fun and inviting. From wine recommendations to giving us some fresh grapes from the vineyard to taste, they truly made our experience a 10/10. Would highly recommend ❤️

My husband and I enjoyed our last dinner on Ischia at this lovely family owned and operated restaurant. The atmosphere, wait staff and food were all top notch. We enjoyed the Eggplant Parmigiana, the pasta was perfectly cooked and the special fried Cod with caramelized onion and ginger carrot sauce was spectacular. Their homemade Lemon cake and Chocolate Lava cake were a decadent way to end the meal.

Great experience. This is a winery/restaurant it was awesome. A true experience and we loved it. Highly recommend.

A big surprise to us. Really good food. Maybe even the best parmigiana I ever had. Fish on point. Wines of course also since that is their main competence. We saw the kitchen crew. Very sympathetic people. Service was also top notch. She could easily handle a Guide Michelin restaurant with her presence. Very nice rural area. PS: During the last years, I saw many overrated restaurants across Italy. Restaurant where people with just a few reference points said "best food ever". Oftentimes I left these restaurants from simple Osterie to Michelin disappointed. Here, I can say that this restaurant is underrated. They want to impress.

Superb experience. Set in an idyllic small holding & vineyard. Fabulous menu, of deliciously superb cuisine. Great wines (including their own). Friendly and welcoming staff. Definitely one of the best restaurants on the island.

Exterior looks like a scenery from Game of Thrones. Absolutely beautiful! Interior access to upper levels is very beautiful, and the view from terraces is spectacular.

Beautiful Ischia!! One reco, though, BUY YOUR FERRY TICKETS (return) IN ADVANCE. Or stay for a night or two. Beaches are incredible and the town is beautiful.

Ischia, a beautiful island located an hour from Naples, offers unique attractions and above all tranquility. Warm and welcoming people, a specific cuisine make Ischia a place that should be seen. Neapolitans say that Ischia is more beautiful than Capri. I recommend visiting the island

We stopped for a drink. Beautiful views whilst there a couple had just got married and we're having photos taken. They will look beautiful. Not going to post them but she looked stunning

This is an ancient castle with a history of 2500 years, a place of prayer for nuns, and there are ghost stories about this castle.

Lifesaving bar after hot walk around Castello Aragonese d'Ischia. Shade, breeze and a nice cold beer.

Wonderful castle complex to spend several hours in.

Best pasta and seafood on the island. 10/10 will definitely be coming back. Lemon sorbet was perfection. Amazing food with beautiful sea-side views. Highly recommend and would come back again. Fantastico!

This is a fantastic family restaurant. It’s no frills, delicious food, generous portions and such a friendly service. Just like a place like this should be. I’m so happy I ended up here. The seafood spaghetti is a must! Thank you for a lovely meal!

Went here for lunch and came back next night for dinner during Sunset!! The location is stunning and the food is Delicious. Great prices too for appetizers, main and dessert. Nuncia is the cook (+owner) and she is the best!! Amazing Family run restaurant incredible must try :) Grazie Mille Nuncia!!

Ristorante Bellezza is a lovely family-run restaurant. We felt like we were invited to a family dinner – very warm and welcoming. The food was incredibly tasty, and we enjoyed it while watching a stunning sunset. We would recommend this place to everyone visiting Ischia!!!!

If you’re not careful, you will walk by Ristorante da Bellezza without noticing, and miss an outstanding meal. Operated by Nuncia and her family, she does all of the cooking. The best bruschetta I have had and my Italian friends who ate with me agree. Ripe, firm, vibrant red tomatoes mixed with the right amount of garlic, olive oil, and basil grown on the premises. Homemade bread with just enough of the bruschetta seasoning soaked in. Eggplant simple yet perfectly balanced flavors and oils you will want to soak your bread in. We had the seafood of the day. Molto bene! Fresh caught, light breading, a touch of salt. Moist when called for, crunchy when appropriate. It was unassuming but applause the most authentic meal we had while staying in Ischia.

Wow!!!! Absolutely no words to describe how delicious this was. And obsessed with how classic the decor and look of the place is. Stunning wine, beautiful fresh ingredients, amazing smells from the kitchen - a must go.

Food was amazing! We ordered 3 portions of the Spaghetti Frutti di Mare and a spaghetti Puttenesca. They give you complimentary bruschetta which was so simple and delicious. All the seafood was super fresh and pasta cooked perfectly. The woman who runs the place has a very friendly energy and makes you feel very welcome in the restaurant. Her mother does the cooking so the experience is very authentic! Reasonable prices for the quality and portion of the food too. Not to be missed and ofcourse there is an incredible view from the outside terrace to enjoy while you eat. Will definitely return during our stay in Ischia!

The restaurant had a great atmosphere. It was my fault not to check the menu beforehand because I wasn’t expecting to see no seafood options when I got there. My husband tried the rabbit and found it kind of dry. I had to order normal steak and it was normal. Bucatini with rabbit was good. Cocktails are super cheap, 6 euros per. We were surrounded with bees and the restaurant tried to do anything possible to help us. However I still find it weird that a restaurant on an island doesn’t have any seafood options.

This restaurant has a true authentic Italian menu and atmosphere. Think farm to table. The steak is delicious. It was actually our second time here and so glad that we went back. We took a route getting there where the road was very narrow. Be sure to check your navigation for the more direct way in and out. The wait staff was attentive and the ambiance was romantic. So glad we went again.

You must visit this spot if you are vacationing in Ischia. I suggest making a reservation so you can try the rabbit cooked in a terra cotta dish with bucatini. It was delicious! The property itself is beautiful; the restaurant is a former wine cellar and felt very romantic. We arrived on a scooter which helped navigate the long, winding driveway but I did see others arrive in cars, so it’s not a must. The staff was incredibly friendly and kind.

This place was recommended by some friends, and they were absolutely right. 🤩🥳💯 Located on the hill of Forio, it's easily accessible by scooter (recommended as the street is really narrow). 🛵🗺️🚦 The food has been amazing, from the fried pumpkin and cheese filling to the traditional rabbit with pasta. 😋🤤💯 If you are visiting Forio, you shouldn't leave without visiting Terra e Sapori. 🇮🇹🍽️✨ Thank you, Anna, for the amazing evening! 🙏💖😊

Easily our best meal in Ischia. As others have mentioned, it is a bit of a trek up a narrow hill, but well worth it. The location and restaurant itself are stunning. We had the appetizer combo, mix meat entree, and pomodoro pasta. All phenomenal. Only gripe was the wifi was weak and they didn’t have physical menus so had to use the servers phone.

An amazing restaurant all around! Stuck on hoping it stays a hidden gem but also wanting to share it with the world! Great views, phenomenal food and the sweetest family that owns it. If you’re visiting Ischia, don’t miss the opportunity to dine here. And get the rabbit!

Romantic, great location, local and high quality. Service on points The rabbit portion was rather small and not a lot of meat. We’ve had a tastier and more meaty version on the island. The local wine was excellent and light.