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Reviews of Zia Yaya

via Cersuta 9, 85046 Maratea, Italy

#1 of 49 B&Bs and Inns in Maratea

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Review score

Based on 28 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.9

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 14 June 2025

    10
    Super charming little b&b
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Big car will have difficulty going through the narrow streets

    Very nice breakfast and super nice host in this 2 bedroom b&b

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2024

    10
    Our stay was excellent and far exceeding our expectations. Thank you Maria!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Maria, our hostess, so kind and generous, looked after every thing we might possibly need—an excellent and copious breakfast, practical advice, a welcoming glass of wine and anything else she could think of we might appreciate. The place is spotless, the bed is comfortable and the terrace lovely. Its location, along the trail to the Skywalk, is perfect— quiet and cheerful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    10
    Indescribably wonderful, so sad only 1 night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all was perfect

    Amazing location, and view next to the sea. Marie and her daughter were beyond kind and helpful. The friendliness, , and kindness were beyond what I’ve ever experienced. The loveliest warmest people you could ever hope to meet. ❤️❤️

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Public transportation is scarce so getting around is difficult without a car.

    I can't say enough about Maria and Zia Yaya. She makes sure every need of her guests is met. I arrived behind schedule after dark and she picked me up at the station. She even made me a wonderful snack. Zia Yaya is a gem and Maria treats her guests like family. The room was immaculate with a breathtaking view of the Gulf. I would stay there again without hesitation.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    10
    DO NOT BOTHER LOOKING FOR ANYWHERE ELSE, THIS IS THE VERY BEST YOU WILL GET BELLOW £400 A NIGHT
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    NOTHING, THE APPARTMENT AND OWNER (WHO IS THE HOST) NOT HAVE BEEN MORE PERFECT

    THIS IS THE VERY BEST PLACE WE HAVE STAYED WITH BOOKINGS, AND WEVE STAYED IN A LOT. THE APPARTMENT IS ON THE SHORE NEXT TO THE SEA, IT IS SO PERFECT IT CANNOT BE DESCRIBED, ADD TO THIS, THE MOST WONDERFUL HOST WE HAVE EVER HAD, SUCH A LOVELY LADY, AND THE VERY BEST BREAKFAST YOU COULD EVER WISH FOR, THIS DESERVES TO BE THEIR VERY TOP PROPERTY, WE HAVE SUBMITTED IT TO "LONELY PLANET GUIDE TO ITALY" IT IS THAT GOOD

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    10
    Maria was so welcoming and accomodating, we couldn’t have asked for anything more. A little hidden gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, the drive to the property is narrow much like a lot of Italian backroads but Maria will meet you and you can follow her to the property.

    Beautiful location, quiet and 5 minutes drive to towns with great restaurants. Room was a great size, everything was thought of. 5 minute walk to the new skywalk which was such a peaceful walk with incredible views over Maratea.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    othing

    super kind Lady, had a fantastic breakfast, and the beach is absolutely lovely. Upper-class restaurant nearby with realistic prices, really like in heaven

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    I wish I could rate it 11.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Above and beyond hospitality and kindness. Best accommodation in three weeks of travel. Amazing breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Wow
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ir was the next step before heaven

    The hostess was incredible

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    A perfect place to stay in a beautiful area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maria welcomed us and was so friendly and helpful. The room is immaculate and the view is incredible. We loved our stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful stay and great value
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    This amazing accommodation overlooks the sea from a wonderful, private balcony. The host is the best part--warm and attentive. The breakfast both mornings went beyond expectations. There was a safe place to park our car and a restaurant a five minute walk away. Absolutely recommend!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    Fantastic hideaway with great hospitality and breathtaking view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved it all

    Beautiful house directly on the cliff above the sea with a breathtaking view. The accommodation offers all you need. The owner lives downstairs and is extremely helpful and nice. Fantastic breakfast with a big choice and local or even homemade products.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Very nice terrace, garden and views. There is a caletta a few steps from the house where you can swim and enjoy the sea (but it is not a proper beach).

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Breakfast superb. Lovely lovely lovely Maria and location quiet and stunning.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maria and Irena were the perfect hosts. From the pre dinner aperitifs to the breakfast and offers to drive us to dinner, they were exceptional. The room and facilities were outstanding and we had a beautiful view of the sea.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    10
    Unforgettable Oceanview Stay in Maratea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    PERFECT!

    Maria is so friendly and heartwarming. Nice aperitif to start the evening and outstanding handmade breakfast! The place has unbelievable view!! I will come back again!!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was excellent. The breakfast was even better than 5 star hotel we stayed previous day. All were homemade. Maria and her daughter were very caring and always smiling hosts. We enjoyed a lot. The view was amazing.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    If you're driving into Maritea and you aren't comfortable on tiny, windy roads, start practicing now.

    Maria is the best. We want to go back and stay a week at this place. The location is stunning, the breakfast was my kids' favorite meal on the whole trip. We loved it here. It's like Big Sur in Italy.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    10
    Magical hideaway on the southern coast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfasts on our own deck were incredible, and our host was the sweetest person. She treated us like family. The sound of the sea was magical.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    10
    Amazing stay, a home away from home. Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing host Maria❤️ She deeply cares for her guests! We felt like staying with a family member❤️🦋Amazing homemade breakfast, cozy bed, good wifi, hot shower, stunning view with lemon trees and the sea. A hidden gem, a home away from home!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2023

    9.0
    Quiet location, excellent host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location- right on the water. Great view. Out of town so the only noise we heard was the ocean. Maria was a beautiful host who went out of her way to look after us and make sure we had a great stay.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2022

    10
    The stay in Zia Yaya was a great experience, one of highlights of our trip to South of Italy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It is a bit of an adventure to get to the place driving from the highway down a very narrow road, but if one has any problem with it, Maria Rosaria offers an option to park near a restaurant on the main road, and to help with the transportaton back and forth.

    The hospitality and friendliness of the host Maria Rosaria are truly exceptional. She is also a great cook, and the breakfast she gave us was plentiful and very tasty. Though the room was not very big and is completely adequate for a couple, and the sea view from the window and the terrace is unbeatable. The location is amazingly quiet: you can only hear the sea down below.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2022

    10
    Maria treated us like family. We will definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer.

    This little slice of paradise is off the beaten path, and that makes it very special. Maria has created a cozy, welcoming haven for weary travelers who are ready for some relaxation in gorgeous surroundings overlooking the sea. It was a very private and peaceful experience.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2022

    10
    THE best
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing - she's perfect

    Maria does everything right very thoughtful, considerate and kind the best there is

    Stayed in November 2022

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