The Accommodation

Hotel Santa Maria has bright, spacious and immaculately presented Standard, Classic and Superior rooms which are equipped with a minibar, hairdryer, safe, satellite TV, telephone, air conditioning WiFi and an en suite bath and or shower room. Each room also benefits from a private terrace or a balcony, some with a sea view and some rooms interconnect (suitable for families).

The Restaurant & Bar

Guests at the Hotel Santa Maria can enjoy an excellent continental buffet breakfast either in the hotel breakfast room, on the terrace overlooking the bay or, if preferred, in their room and the small hotel bar offers snacks for guests during the day. 

The Facilities

Hotel Santa Maria boasts its own reserved beach with direct access from the hotel, a swimming pool and jacuzzi together with a terrace and ample sunbeds. The hotel also works in partnership with a number of local businesses to organise a variety of activities for guests including boat trips, private excursions, hiking and equestrian treks.

Due to its fantastic location, guests at the Hotel Santa Maria can also enjoy a variety of watersports in the immediate vicinity. The hotel is only 200m from the railway station from where passengers can take the ‘U Trinighellu’ train as far as Calvi to the west or, for the more adventurous, to Corte and beyond – ultimately as far as Ajaccio in the other direction.

The Local Area

Situated at the northern most part of the town, this hotel is just 5 minutes walk away from the centre of the charming town of L’Île Rousse, named after the red granite islets now linked to the town by a causeway built by Pasquale Paoli when he created the port in 1758. Whilst architecturally more reminiscent of buildings found in southern France, this beautiful town still retains an authentic Corsican atmosphere.

A pleasant evening pastime is to sit beneath the plane trees and date palms in the central square, Place Paoli, with an aperitif or a coffee, watching games of pétanque and listening to the locals chatting in the island’s own language - Corsu.

There is a small market on the edge of the square where a variety of fresh Corsican produce can be purchased, and there is also an excellent selection of restaurants and bars. This is one of the warmest towns on the island with shelter from the Balagne hills and with the gently sloping sandy beaches, L’Ile Rousse is a holiday favourite with couples and families alike.

Huw's View

With its excellent, convenient location, comfortable guest rooms and private beach, it is unsurprising that the Best Western Hotel Santa Maria has developed an impressive loyal client base.

This already modern hotel has been re-modelled and now offers even more comfortable and well appointed accommodation yet retains the charm and warmth of a family run establishment.

The old town of L’Île Rousse, with its numerous excellent restaurants, bars, cafés and shops, is just a 5 minute walk away from the hotel, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a more vibrant holiday with all of the benefits of the town just a stone's throw away from the peaceful location of the hotel itself.

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Essential Information

All prices from are based on accommodation only. Flights, transfers and car hire are priced separately.

Opening/Closing Date: Open All Year Round
Arrival/Departure Day: ANY
Check In: 4PM
Check Out: 12PM
Included in Price: Accommodation as stated, Just Corsica Rep Service and Emergency Number
Not Included in Price: Flights, Transfers, Car Hire and Travel Insurance.