Scalea Beach

This is a good, basic hotel which is convenient for St Peter's and the Vatican. The city centre is also within easy reach via the metro. There is a buffet breakfast with a good selection available in the morning. Staff were very helpful, particularly the night manager who was very helpful when I had a minor accident - a fall in the room. See below. Likewise, the chambermaid was able to confirm that my hairdryer was not working and it wasn't my fault! (It was quickly repaired). The room was small but compact with enough space for me and my belongings. Wifi was patchy at best and the TV channels did not offer much entertainment, the exception being a Sean Connery film (in English, curiously) which I hadn't seen. The one problem: Aurum Hotels, please do NOT have a step between the bedroom and bathroom; a slope would be much safer.

Phenomenal location!

The room was good. INteresting architechture. the walls are at a non 90 deg angle from each other Be careful of an arrival after 11 pm. They do not have a shuttle. Also the pool is outdoor and they had it closed in Nov. The Taxi wanted 55 Euro for a short ride. Finally got it to 35 Euro. less than 10 minutes. CASH ONLY NO CREDIT CARD WITH TAXIS> why I blame the hotel?? Not really BEWARE of late night arrivals. and do not count on pool being open.