Locanda Mari is a small hotel on the harbour of Ponza, just steps from the departure point for boats to the mainland, with air-conditioned rooms and sea views.
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Locanda Mari is a 3-star hotel overlooking the harbour of Ponza, just 100 metres from the departure point for hydrofoils to the mainland. The property occupies a location that guests reward with a score of 9.8 for position, right in the heart of the island’s liveliest area, among bars and restaurants that line the seafront.
The rooms are simple but well kept, all air-conditioned and equipped with TV, minibar, coffee machine and private bathroom with shower. Most have a balcony or terrace, often with views over the sea or the small harbour, a detail that makes every stay different from the next even at the same size.
The property is designed above all for couples, who have given it a score of 9.7 specifically for the quality of the location during a trip for two. Guests staying here can walk to Sant’Antonio and Giancos beaches, as well as to the town centre’s venues, without needing a car or other transport.
The rooms at Locanda Mari share a simple but functional layout: around 14 square metres, air conditioning, minibar, coffee machine and private bathroom with shower, designed for those looking for a convenient base to explore the island rather than a space to spend a lot of time in. All room types accommodate up to two people and are furnished in an essential way, with attention to cleanliness and upkeep rather than decorative elements.
What sets the four available room types apart is mainly the view and the outdoor spaces: some rooms look directly onto the sea with a balcony, others have a panoramic terrace, while the Standard room favours quiet by overlooking a peaceful street in town. All rooms are equipped with an extra-large double bed, ideal for couples looking for a comfortable stay in the centre of Ponza.
This sea-view room stands out for its private balcony overlooking the harbour, ideal for enjoying the view in the morning. Equipped with air conditioning, minibar and coffee machine, it offers a private bathroom with shower and a bright setting designed for couples.
Identical to the previous room in size and amenities, this room offers the same sea view from the balcony, with air conditioning, minibar and private bathroom with shower. A practical option for those who want to wake up with a view of the small harbour of Ponza.
Unlike the other sea-view rooms, here the panorama is enjoyed from a terrace instead of a balcony, a larger outdoor space to stop and take in the harbour. The room also features a flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom.
The only room type without a sea view, facing a quiet street in town: the ideal choice for those who prefer silence over a panoramic outlook. It features a private bathroom with bidet, courtesy set, minibar, coffee machine and wardrobe.
Locanda Mari offers a range of services geared towards a comfortable stay: 24-hour active security, closed-circuit cameras both outside and in common areas, safe and smoke alarm. The property is entirely non-smoking and features a lift, heating and air conditioning throughout, as well as a luggage storage service handy for those arriving or departing by ferry.
Every room is equipped with a private bathroom, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and bed linen, while a minibar and coffee machine are present in most rooms. Housekeeping is provided daily, and check-in and check-out can be arranged privately or express.
For those who work even on holiday, an in-room desk is available, while currency exchange and invoices on request round out a range of services designed to make the stay on the island easier.
Locanda Mari is located in the heart of Ponza, on Corso Carlo Pisacane, the main street running along the harbour and home to the island’s liveliest spots. Around the property, a stretch of bars, restaurants and inns lines the seafront, busy both day and night, with the comings and goings of fishermen and tourists arriving on the hydrofoils.
The location is one of its most appreciated features: the departure point for the mainland is about 100 metres away, while Bar Tripoli and Pizzeria Ponzese are just steps away, practically right outside. For those who love the sea, Sant’Antonio beach is 350 metres away and Giancos beach about 500 metres, both reachable comfortably on foot in a few minutes.
In summer, Ponza is best experienced by boat: from the harbour, excursions depart towards the island’s most striking coves, such as Cala Feola, about 2.8 km away, with its natural pools carved into the white rock. Forte Papa, an old Bourbon-era fortification, is 3.6 km away and offers a different vantage point over the island and the coast. In quieter months, the town lends itself to long walks along the harbour and to panoramic terraces such as Chiaia di Luna, among the most photographed spots in Ponza, reachable in a few minutes on foot from the inn.
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Guests especially reward the location, with a score of 9.8, followed by staff and comfort, both above 9.4. The value for money remains solid at 8.8, while the WiFi receives some criticism, pointing to room for improvement in the connection.
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No, Locanda Mari does not allow pets during the stay.
Locanda Mari is located about 100 metres from the departure point for hydrofoils and ferries to the mainland, on Corso Carlo Pisacane.
Locanda Mari requires guests to be at least 18 years old to check in, unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Locanda Mari does not offer free parking; the island of Ponza is, however, easy to get around on foot from the harbour.
Yes, most rooms at Locanda Mari have a balcony or terrace with views over the sea or the harbour of Ponza.
From Locanda Mari, you can walk to Sant’Antonio beach, 350 metres away, and Giancos beach, about 500 metres away.
