Hotel Le Ghiaie
Portoferraio · Italy · 1 Star

Hotel Le Ghiaie

Welcoming 1-star hotel in Portoferraio, located 450 metres from Padulella Beach, featuring free private parking, an on-site restaurant and a relaxing garden.

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8.3 Score
321 Reviews
1★ Star
14:30 Check-in
Nearby Padulella Beach · 450 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:30
Pets Allowed

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Hotel Le Ghiaie

Hotel Le Ghiaie is a 1-star hotel located in Portoferraio on the Island of Elba, just 450 metres from the renowned Padulella Beach and a short distance from the famous Ghiaie coast. The property boasts an excellent location for guests wishing to explore the sea and the historical sights of Elba’s main town.

The hotel provides guests with well-maintained environments, including a furnished garden, a sun terrace, a bar and an on-site restaurant serving local cuisine and breakfast with continental, Italian and gluten-free options. Accommodations feature air conditioning, free WiFi, a minibar, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The property also offers the advantage of free private parking.

Thanks to its proximity to the historic centre, the Medici fortresses and the ferry port, Hotel Le Ghiaie is a practical choice for couples, families and travellers looking for a beach holiday in Elba.

Hotel Le Ghiaie
★ 8.3 · Very Good · 321 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Le Ghiaie

Welcoming 1-star hotel in Portoferraio, located 450 metres from Padulella Beach, featuring free private parking, an on-site restaurant and a relaxing garden.

Room types

The accommodations at Hotel Le Ghiaie are designed to offer freshness and convenience during holidays in Portoferraio. Each room features an independent entrance, individually controlled air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services, a minibar and a wardrobe. Private bathrooms are equipped with a shower, bidet, hairdryer, bathrobes and free toiletries.

The range of options varies from comfortable standard double rooms to spacious triple and quadruple solutions designed for families, overlooking the inner garden. For guests wishing to look directly out over the Elba sea, the hotel offers deluxe rooms with a private sea-view balcony.

Double Room — Hotel Le Ghiaie
Double Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view, Air conditioning, Minibar

18 sq m double room overlooking the garden or inner courtyard. Features a private entrance, air conditioning, minibar and flat-screen TV with streaming.

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Triple Room with Garden View — Hotel Le Ghiaie
Triple Room with Garden View
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Garden view, Air conditioning, Streaming services

Spacious 22 sq m room designed for three guests, overlooking the property’s garden. Features one single bed and one large double bed, as well as air conditioning and a minibar.

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Quadruple Room with Garden View — Hotel Le Ghiaie
Quadruple Room with Garden View
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Garden view, Private entrance, Minibar

26 sq m family room organized with one double bed and one bunk bed. Overlooking the green garden, it guarantees privacy thanks to its private entrance.

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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View — Hotel Le Ghiaie
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Sea view, Air conditioning

Double room featuring a private balcony overlooking the waters of Portoferraio. Equipped with air conditioning, minibar and flat-screen TV with streaming services.

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Quadruple Room with Sea View — Hotel Le Ghiaie
Quadruple Room with Sea View
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony, Sea view, Streaming services

Spacious 26 sq m room for four people, enhanced by a panoramic balcony with sea views. Includes a double bed, bunk bed and air conditioning.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to reach Padulella Beach on foot in just a few minutes.
  • Yes, if you travel by car and need free private parking in Portoferraio.
  • Yes, if you want to explore the historic centre and Medici fortresses without moving your vehicle.
  • Yes, if you desire a room with a private balcony overlooking the Elba sea.
  • Yes, if you are travelling with pets for your summer holiday.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a luxury property with a pool or indoor spa.
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to stay far from inhabited centres and ports.
  • Maybe not, if you need to add extra beds for adults in the room.
  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a large modern hotel with a multi-floor lift.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Le Ghiaie provides a wide range of amenities designed to make stays in Portoferraio comfortable. The property’s restaurant serves local dishes, accompanied by a bar and snack bar ideal for refreshing breaks. In the morning, guests can enjoy breakfast with options for coeliacs.

Outdoors, the furnished garden and sun terrace offer open-air relaxation spaces. Main services include free private parking, WiFi, luggage storage, and the option to rent bicycles or cars to explore the island.

Great for your stay

  • Free private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking rooms

General facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Private beach area
  • Car hire
  • Luggage storage
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Pet bowls
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers/beach chairs

Parking

  • Free private parking

Food & drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • On-site coffee house
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room option
  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service (e.g. Netflix)
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Hotel Le Ghiaie is located in Portoferraio, the main gateway to the Island of Elba, precisely in Località Le Ghiaie. The property enjoys a valuable position, being just 450 metres from the beautiful Padulella Beach, famous for its white pebbles and clear waters, and a very short walk from the renowned Le Ghiaie Beach, protected as a marine biological reserve. The surrounding area offers a fine balance between the quiet of a seaside neighbourhood and immediate proximity to shops and the marina promenade.

Regarding transport links and historical attractions, the hotel stands at a convenient crossroads. A short 600-metre walk leads to the fortified historic centre, the monumental Porta a Terra and the impressive Medici Fortresses commanding the bay from an altitude of around 50 metres above sea level. Just 800 metres away stands Villa dei Mulini, Napoleon Bonaparte’s official town residence, while heading 4.8 km inland brings you to the monumental Villa di San Martino, the emperor’s summer residence set in the Elba woods. Marina di Campo Airport is also just 8 km away, making the property easily accessible.

The area offers endless opportunities for leisure throughout the year, with special emphasis on summer and sports activities. The surrounding coves are among the island’s most famous spots for snorkeling, scuba diving and canoeing in the protected waters of the Tuscan Archipelago. For trekking and mountain biking enthusiasts, the scenic trails of the nearby National Park wind through Mediterranean scrub, offering spectacular views across the Piombino Channel and ensuring days filled with nature, sea and history.

Padulella Beach — Small white pebble cove washed by crystal-clear sea. 450 m
Medici Fortresses — 16th-century defensive complex protecting the town bay. 600 m
Villa dei Mulini — Official residence of Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile on Elba. 800 m
Villa di San Martino — Napoleonic countryside residence located in the woods outside town. 4,8 km

What guests say about Hotel Le Ghiaie

8.3
Very Good · 321 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
8.3

Guests particularly appreciate the hotel’s location, considered exceptional for reaching both the beaches and the centre of Portoferraio on foot. The warm hospitality of the staff, the consistent cleanliness of the rooms, and the usefulness of the free private parking are also highlighted positively.

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