Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso
Piazza Vittorio Veneto ,2, 18035 Apricale Italy
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Apricale, an ancient medieval village just minutes from the sea of Bordighera and Ventimiglia. Enjoy a unique and memorable stay in a residence of a medieval village of the most beautiful in Italy. Treat yourself to the pleasure of taking long walks, challenging mountain bike trails, steep descents, rafting, canyoning. Get to know our magic theme rooms and taste the typical products of our land, to relive the emotions of the past.
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Hot bath
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Private balcony
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Grade: 54 out of 100
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Piazza Vittorio Veneto ,2, 18035 Apricale Italy
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If you're looking for something out of the box, don't hesitate to visit Apricale and choose Muntaecara. The hosts are friendly and very helpful. You will stay at one of their many stone-walled medieval 1000-year-old houses tightly packed on top of a really high hill so be ready to leave your car outside the city walls and to walk up and downhill a bit. Don't expect all the comfort of a modern hotel. The unique experience will be your reward. And don't forgrt to drop by the Mare e Monti restaurant to try one of their exquisite mashroom pastas or pizzas.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Very characterful rooms and very pretty village. Parking OK ( not hotel owned ) but you really must be mobile to stay here. All the rooms are only accessible by walking and that is up and down steep cobbled streets and paths. This does add to the charm and also of course makes it peaceful. I would thoroughly recommend this hotel, but would suggest, if there is any mobility problem ( even just a bit unsteady on your feet ) check which room would be suitable. We had the lovely owl suite, but there were 4 very steep steps up to the "front door" and then very steep stairs in the suite between the different levels. This did make for great character but do check if a particular room is OK for you.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Large family booked into several rooms throughout Apricale for several nights. Not one complained about anything related to the lodgings and service from Muntaecara. Rooms, and breakfast rooms were exclusively appointed, and all the staff we met were super friendly and service minded. The village itself is laid out with really old narrow multi-staircase alleys, and you gain only get to very few locations if your have difficukty walking. I am 63 yo male, and there is a video showing me huffing ad puffing going up to our rooms...but hey that is part of the total experience..
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Date of stay: September 2019
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The village of Apricale is beautiful. Beware the hotel location is only a reception point for check in, then you have to walk a long long way with all your luggage on uneven cobblestone streets up steep steps and pathways to reach your room. Rooms DO NOT HAVE WIFI -false advertising. The breakfast room is also in another location. So if you have walking disabilities give this hotel a big miss. On the good side the receptionist was lovely and helpful. The breakfast buffet is excellent and the waitress there was also lovely. Tip - Eat at bar Ciassa the food is excellent!
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I booked through secret escapes for one night with my boyfriend. They really did a nice room for us with some flowers / chmpagne . The room was simple but very cosy , The staff who welcome us was very very kind she brought us to the room and explained in the mean time many advices and history .. I recommand it really !
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I stayed here four nights as part of a group booking. For location and views, this place is unbeatable. The village of Apricale is unique in that all the streets and dwellings I saw were the original medieval set on a steep hillside. There are amazing views of the countryside from most levels of the village. The owners have taken a lot of thought in modernising these houses and each one in this Albergo Diffuso is different. How they have done this on 11th century design footprint is amazing. The rooms I saw among our group ranged from luxury & spacious to small and basic, (one had a bathroom outside and up stairs) so check out what your particular room offers. The breakfast room is in a separate house in the middle of the village. Breakfast offered quite a few choices. I was allocated an attic room accessed by a steep circular staircase on the edge of the village furthest away from the breakfast room and the main Piazza. (Stoppino Rosa). It took a good ten minutes to walk from my room to the breakfast room and I arrived puffed out because of the steep terrain. So - you need to be young, fit and able to cope well with steep, narrow, winding streets (some of which are more like a tunnel) paved with uneven stone cobbles. You also need sensible sturdy shoes, and go light on luggage. because you are at high altitude, bring a warm layer. I had left my warm things (worn only on the long plane journey from New Zealand) in Rome and felt cold in September, especially at night. I am an older but fit traveller and have to say I found aspects of my stay here quite challenging, and sometimes hazardous. My room had a deep bath with a shower fitting sitting in a cradle on the top edge of the bath. I never figured out how to use it. The sloping ceiling did not allow for a stand up shower (& there was no shower curtain so the water went everywhere). A kneeling shower was the best I managed. If you sat down you ended up sitting in a cold bath. The water was sometimes warm, other times cold. There was no functioning plug in the basin. A kettle with tea & coffee bags was provided. The hairdryer came apart in my hands when I tried to use it. The queen size bed was comfortable. I found it restricting to have to get back to my room while it was still daylight because it was quite dangerous to negotiate the uneven terrain in low light conditions, in some parts in the dark. So having a drink with others in my group in the main Piazza at the end of the days itinerary away from Apricale was out of the question. There are some good eating options in Apricale. We dined twice at different restaurants near the main piazza. Both were very good. …
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Date of stay: September 2017
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We had to climb a steep cobblestone path with our luggage and no help from the staff, The rooms were dank, dusty and moldy. Of our three rooms, only one had air conditioning. The lobby was cluttered and very dusty. I would never recommend this place to anyone.
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The village and the room corresponded with the pictures and with what we had read about the hotel and the village. We will probably visit Apricale again. The service at the hotel was a bit sloppy, though. The wi-fi didn't work very well, our TV didn't work, the light bulbs on the terrace was out of order. The reception could not help us to call a taxi (we don't speak Italian), they recommended us to go to a certain bar and talk to a man with a mustasch 'who spoke good english'. One of us accidently hit her head in one of the medieval walls in the bathroom. It was quite an ordeal to reach the staff and get some help and a first aid kit.
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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If you are interested in an excusion into the hills above the coast from the San Remo region - Apricale is worth at least one night to experience these Medivale towns . Fairly easy acces from Ventigmillia through a valley with a stop at Dolceaqua on the way up. Some good parking in Apricale once you transit the centre on the right side. The Hotel is unique like the town . They have rooms spread around the village , we had two rooms and both were located in the same building with a lounge area and great views over the valley - we had dinner up in the town square where the village life was great to watch. Service was excellent the receptionist spoke not only good English but we noticed also French - German as well as of course Italian . She took us up into the village to locate the rooms and breakfast area. No issues at all and was a great experience to be in the hills . Rooms are of course full of olde world items but bathrooms were modern and up to date...…
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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We booked here on someone's recommendation, it was a bit disappointing. The village was wonderful and we ate in marvellous restaurants but the accommodation was not great and the staff were very offhand about the whole thing. It was quite expensive and there is no explanation of what their is and then bottles of water are added on at the end for one euro! Seems petty and mean!
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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US$119 - US$140 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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ItalyLiguriaProvince of ImperiaApricale
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20
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Frequently Asked Questions about Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso
Which popular attractions are close to Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Nearby attractions include Ponte Vecchio (4.3 km), Dolceacqua (4.3 km), and Visionarium (4.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, breakfast buffet, and a hot tub.
What food & drink options are available at Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ristorante Casa Buono, Casa e Bottega, and Il Lupo Smoke and Grill Restaurant.
Is Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Apricale.
Are pets allowed at Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, Italian, and Russian.
Are there any historical sites close to Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Palazzo dei Monaci e Zecca Seborghina (6.6 km).
Does Muntaecara Albergo Diffuso have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.