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Three-star hotel in the heart of Sabaudia, a short walk from Lake Sabaudia and the beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea, with a panoramic terrace, bar and air-conditioned rooms.
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Hotel Il Gabbiano is a three-star property in Sabaudia, in Lazio, located 500 metres from Lake Sabaudia and about 2 km from the beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The hotel is designed for those seeking a simple and functional stay between sea and nature: it features a shaded terrace overlooking wooded grounds, a bar and a 24-hour reception service. The four room types, from Single to Triple, offer air conditioning, flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; some provide views of the garden and the city, others open onto a private balcony.
The location is convenient for those visiting the Pontine coast: the Villa of Domitian is about 10 km away, the beaches of Terracina can be reached in 25 minutes by car, and the Circeo National Park is just a few kilometres away. Fiumicino Airport is about 83 km away. A practical choice for families and couples looking for sea, nature and tranquillity.

Hotel Il Gabbiano offers four room types, designed to meet different needs, from the solo traveller to the family with children. All options are air-conditioned, equipped with flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, ensuring the same basic level of comfort in every room.
The differences mainly concern size and view: they range from the 9 sqm of the Single Room, designed for those travelling alone, to the 20 sqm of the Triple Room, ideal for small groups or families with a child. The Double/Twin Room with Balcony is the only one to open onto a private balcony, with garden and city views, while the other room types offer flexible layouts with a large double bed or separate single beds.
A 15 sqm room designed for two people, with the option to configure the bed as a large double or as two separate single beds. Air-conditioned, with flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; soundproofed walls ensure greater peace and quiet compared to the other room types.
At just 9 sqm, the Single Room is the most compact option in the property, designed for those travelling alone. It still offers air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, but stands out from the other rooms thanks to its garden and city views.
The Triple Room is the largest in the hotel at 20 sqm, designed for groups of three or families with one child. The single bed sits alongside the large double bed, and like the Single Room, it offers garden and city views.
The only room in the hotel to feature a private balcony, this 18 sqm option for two people combines garden and city views with a flexible layout featuring a large double bed or two single beds.
Hotel Il Gabbiano offers a range of services designed to make a stay in Sabaudia practical. Reception is open 24 hours a day and staff also provide a concierge service and wake-up calls; there is also daily housekeeping and the option to request room service.
Common areas include a terrace, a TV lounge and an elevator, while key card access, a safe and smoke alarms ensure safety. The property is entirely non-smoking, with a dedicated smoking area, and offers rooms designed for guests with disabilities.
A bar is available for dining, and breakfast can be served directly in the room. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bidet and wardrobe, while free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Hotel Il Gabbiano is located in the centre of Sabaudia, a town on the Pontine coast known for its 1930s rationalist architecture and its proximity to both the lake and the sea. The property stands just 500 metres from Lake Sabaudia, one of the most striking coastal basins of the Circeo National Park, and about 2 km from the sandy beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The centre of Sabaudia, with its bars and restaurants, is just a stone’s throw away: Pasticceria la Dolceria is 100 metres away, the restaurant Il Pineta is 150 metres away, and the restaurant Al Giardino is a short distance away. Ulysses Coast beach can be reached in about 1.5 km, while Torre Paola Beach is 2.4 km away. The Circeo National Park, with its trails through dunes, Mediterranean scrub and wetlands, is about 5 km away. Those travelling by car will find the Villa of Domitian about 10 km away and the beaches of Terracina 25 minutes’ drive away; the nearest airports are Ciampino, 64 km away, and Fiumicino, 83 km away.
In summer, the area is perfect for days at the beach and walks along the Circeo dune, as well as boat trips on the lake and in the lagoon. In cooler months, the Circeo National Park is ideal for trekking, birdwatching and cultural visits, while the Circeo promontory and Terracina, with the remains of the Temple of Jupiter Anxur, remain interesting for a day trip all year round.
Guests particularly praise the cleanliness (9.4) and comfort (9.2) of the rooms, as well as the WiFi service (9.5) and the professionalism of the staff (9.0). The value for money, while positive at 8.3, is the lowest-scoring aspect, while the location near the lake and the sea widely convinces visitors.
No, Hotel Il Gabbiano does not allow pets during your stay.
Yes, Hotel Il Gabbiano offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated by guests with a score of 9.5.
Hotel Il Gabbiano is located about 2 km from the beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea and just 500 metres from Lake Sabaudia.
No, dedicated guest parking is not listed among the services of Hotel Il Gabbiano.
Hotel Il Gabbiano accepts cash payments.
Buffet breakfast is available at Hotel Il Gabbiano and can also be requested directly in the room; conditions vary depending on the rate selected at the time of booking.
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