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Reviews of Villa Catalano

Via Fiego 13, 87027 Paola, Italy

#16 of 25 B&Bs and Inns in Paola

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Review score

Based on 30 B&B reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    10
    Great location and very family oriented.it was quiet and very relaxing the pool was great as well
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Upon arrival the shower had an empty bottle of soap. I did let housekeeping know but they never replaced it.

    It was very quiet and peaceful. It felt more like a residence vs a BB. The staff were very accommodating and polite. I would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    I will come back 😀
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was some problem with the water line, the pressure was very low.

    Very cozy and friendly staff! Really wonderful view and so peaceful! I should have booked more days

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No cooking facilities breakfast only

    Quiet and relaxing. Staff very helpful. Quick to react to an incident

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    10
    Great Villa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great Villa situated overlooking the coast. The property had a fabulous swimming pool and grassed area with tables and chair to relax in. Although we only stay for one night on our way back to Rome we really enjoyed our time. We loved the Villas pet Pasquale (meerkat) he was super friendly and loved some fruit. The property is a 5 mins drive to town so close for getting meals but far enough away to be quiet and relaxing. It also has secured on sight parking which is a bonus with a rental car. We would highly recommend anyone to stay. Karen & Keith Australia.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2025

    10
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to reach it

    Beautiful view

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Franco and his wife Maria were just fantastic. They made us feel very much at home drove us to see the local sites. Welcome us with wine went out of their way to be accommodating. Wonderful people felt like you were visiting family.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    8.0
    Fantastic, we hope to come back next time when we visit our friends in Paola again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The only disadvantage: the dogs in the neighborhood that often bark frequently for a long time. Finally, a suggestion: it would be nice if one could use an electric kettle in the room to make a simple coffee or tea on the terrace in the evening.

    Spent a wonderful time at Villa Catalano last week. We had a great room, clean and new towels every day. A covered terrace and an outdoor terrace both overlooking the sea and a well-maintained garden with seating areas, barbecue and neat plants. There was a small cozy breakfast room where a delicious breakfast was ready every morning as a buffet and where they prepared a delicious coffee or tea for you on the spot. The people of Villa Catalano did everything they could to make us happy. Excellent and free parking at the villa, not to mention a beautiful swimming pool with sun loungers that we could enjoy. We would like to come back when we visit our friends in Paola again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    was very good. Good variety.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    9.0
    A beautiful location, friendly staff and a clean and well maintained hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was a problem as it was a 10 minute taxi journey into Paola. There were no shops or supermarkets within walking distance. There was no on-site restaurant or shuttle service from the airport which was 1 hours drive from the hotel, although a local driver was made available to provide this service at a reasonable cost.

    It was a lovely relaxing setting with views over the sea in the distance from the well maintained garden and balconies. It was a half hour walk to the nearest beach, so the swimming pool was a bonus. This was clean and well equipped with loungers and shower and toilet facilities

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was quiet and peaceful. It was safe. We had dinner one night at Anna Marias which was fabulous ( ask the owners about this, highly recommend) This Villa was superb. We wood definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    9.0
    Great accomodation and setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything, the location only good with a car and very difficult to get to a restaurant We got food in and enjoyed the property as the setting is perfect

    A lovely overnight stay all the facilities you need and lovely relax by the pool with sunset

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    10
    Beautiful villa with everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location with views. Beautiful place with pool and outdoor seating area. Very well kept.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    Lovely Villa in a Superb Setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    This was a lovely villa in a superb setting with everything you could ask for for a comfortable stay. The breakfast was great and the free parking on site was an added bonus.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was an excellent continental offering

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    10
    Just a dream!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything is amazing!

    Amazing welcoming, the place is just stunning as the hospitality. Breakfast was just a 10/10! We will be back for sure! Truly recommended

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no bedside light in the second bedroom.

    Maria was very friendly and greeted us cheerfully. The Villa felt more like a family home than a hotel. The pool area was lovely and we took a dip in the cool water and watched the sunset. Then Maria arranged for the most special meal of my life! She drove us to the historic center of Paola where we shared an elegant meal of hand prepared food, typical of the region. AnnaMaria, @daannamaria.homecooking makes special meals in her home. We shared our meal with her sister and nephew as we sat on the the patio overlooking the historic district and the Tower of St. Francis. It was a night I will never forget. We came as tourists and left as friends.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2022

    9.0
    comfortable and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not close enough to a beach

    beautiful sunsets

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    7.0
    Clean room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit old looking inside the rooms. They need to do a bit off a freshen up.

    It was a bit ordinary. We have been travelling for a while and had eggs meat cheese options and granola but these were not available. On the bright side fresh orange juice.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    swimming pool was not clean It was advertised that it’s available to use It wasn’t like that as it’s showing in the picture

    Garden and the surroundings Friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    7.0
    Will not recommend it .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom definitely needs an upgrade. Shower was small and not properly working. Wallpaper coming off... Too many useless things in the room and a decent TV was missing. They had one of this tiny one with decoder... REALLY BAD !!!

    Breakfast was ok. Room size was good. Bed was good Location was GREAT

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    5.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No water at all, to shower or brush our teeth, for 3 nights! We told staff, they said they would open their own water tank, after the 1st nite, they did not!!! We requested a refund, they refused! Not right! We requested a lower floor, they gave us the 3rd floor, they said they would change room, they did not! After I told them I had recent knee surgery.

    The breakfast, the staff & the pool.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    10
    The views from the yard were amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our host was amazing. We couldn’t figure out how to call a taxi on our cell phone, so he came, personally, and picked us up from the train station. He was so kind.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    2.0
    Will never go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No water. Couldn’t shower or flush toilets. Extremely hard to find. Ordinary breakfast. I could go on !

    The view.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    6.0
    Nice place, some things need updating
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower too small

    Great pool,good grounds

    Stayed in June 2023

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