| Type |
Hotel |
| Reference |
HT0062 |
| Province |
Province of Messina |
| Area |
Panarea, Aeolian Islands |
| Availability |
Apr - Oct |
| Features |
| Air-conditioning |
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| Mini-bar |
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| Terrace or veranda |
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| Recently renovated |
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| Garden |
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| Restaurant |
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| Bar |
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| Linen and towels included |
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| Suites |
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| Double rooms |
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| Junior suites |
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| Single rooms |
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| Triple rooms |
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| Closest beach |
La Spiaggetta |
| Summary of accommodation |
Hotel Raya has become somewhat of an institution on the Aeolian Islands. Based on the exclusive Island of Panarea the hotel has established an international clientele of well healed couples looking to enjoy Aeolian luxury. The hotel offers 36 rooms, most offering large sun-bathing terraces and wonderful views of the sea and Stromboli. There is also a coffee bar, al-fresco restaurant, terrace bar, boutiques and a discotheque.
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| Accommodation details |
Hotel Raya began life as a guesthouse 40 years ago, but has since established a reputation as one of the hippest and most exclusive hotels in the Mediterranean. The hotel is orientated towards couples rather than families - and children under 12 are not permitted to stay. The hotel is split between three buildings.
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| Raya Alto |
Built into the side of the hill approximately five minutes above the port of San Pietro, this area of the hotel offers 30 double rooms (including the junior suites & suites). All of the rooms have a stylish, minimalist design on the inside and are typical Aeolian design on the outside. Rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and mini-bar. They all have their own ensuite bathroom with shower and offer a sun bathing patio with sea views and teak lounge chairs. The Junior Suites are similar in style but larger in size and include a larger terrace area whilst the Suite is set out over two floors and includes 2 terraces.
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| Raya Basso |
This area is based nearer the port and set in a larger building that offers 6 double rooms all located on the first floor. Three of the rooms offer partial sea views, whilst three face the interior of the Island. Again all of the rooms have been stylishly designed although these are smaller than the rooms situated in Raya Alto and most do not include a terrace. Rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, mini-bar and sauna/shower. The ground floor of this area features the Raya boutiques which offer a large selection of swim-wear, sarongs and general clothing and also an antique shop with South-East Asian ethnic furniture and art.
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| Raya Peppe-Maria |
This area of the hotel is located in the port of San Pietro and offers a reception area and the main restaurant where a buffet breakfast and hot dishes (bacon and eggs). The restaurant which is open only for evening meals is on the terrace where guests can eat al fresco. There is also an upper terrace where guests can take aperitifs and enjoy the stunning views. The discotheque, which runs nightly from the last week of July and throughout August, has become infamous throughout the Aeolian and is now the hub of Panarese night-life.
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| Pricing info. |
The weekly pricing shown in the table below is based on two guests sharing an annexe double room on bed and breakfast basis during Off Peak, Mid Season and Peak.
The nightly rate for two guests sharing an annexe double room on a bed and breakfast basis is £158 / €180 per night (Off Peak) £226 / €260 per night (Mid Season) and £260 / €300per night (Peak).
The nightly rate for two guests sharing a double room on a bed and breakfast basis is £280 / €320 per night (Off Peak) £366 / €420 per night (Mid Season) and £470 / €540 per night (Peak).
The nightly rate for two guests sharing a Junior Suite room on a bed and breakfast basis is £366 / €420 (Off Peak), £470 / €540 per night (Mid Season) and £574 / €660 per night (Peak).
The pricing for two guests sharing a Suite on a bed and breakfast basis is £436 / €500 (Off Peak), £540 / €620 per night (Mid Season) and £654 / €750 per night (Peak).
Triple room and double for single usage rates are available on request.
The pricing periods for this hotel are as follows:
Off Peak:1 Apr – 6 Jun & 19 Sep –17 Oct
Mid Season: 6 Jun May –18 Jul & 29 Aug–19 Sep
Peak: 18 Jul – 29 Aug
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| Area info. |
Panarea is one the smallest and lowest island of the Aeolian Islands, situated between Lipari and Stromboli. There are a number of small uninhabited islands that surround Panarea, which are all that remain of the once huge extinct volcanic crater, whilst Timpone del Corvo is the highest point at 412 m above sea level.
The three small hamlets, San Pietro, Ditella & Drauto, are all located on the eastern side of the island. The main port is located in San Pietro, which also offers a number of restaurants, shops and an ATM. Perhaps the most impressive location on the island is Cal Junco bay which is a charming beach enclosed by volcanic reefs and located at the southern most point of the island. From this beach a climb leads to a prehistoric village.
There are several options for travelling to and from the Aeolian Islands. Ferries and hydrofoils run from Milazzo to all of the Islands, but please refer to the ’Travel Info’ - Ferry section of the website for further information regarding travel to the Aeolian. For those flying to Catania, it is possible to take a taxi from the airport to Milazzo and then catch the hydrofoil or ferry. There is also a train service between Palermo and Milazzo. During Peak Season (June – September) there is also a regular hydrofoil direct to the Aeolian Islands from Naples and Palermo.
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| Map ref. |
The map reference for this hotel is A13. If you refer to our "regional info and map page", you can use this reference to pin-point the location of the accommodation.
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| Car hire |
Unnecessary |
