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 has a small reserved beach with direct access from the hotel, a swimming pool and jacuzzi with a terrace and sunbeds. The hotel can organise a variety of activities for guests including boat trips, private excursions, hiking and horse riding.

The port opposite the hotel offers watersports including sailing, kayaking and paddle boarding + jetski and rib rental (extra cost). The hotel is 200m from the railway station from where the ‘U Trinighellu’ tourist train goes as far as Calvi to the west or inland to Corte and onto Ajaccio on the west coast. 

The Local Area

Situated at the northern most part of the town, this hotel is just 5 minute 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

Hotel Santa Maria is a typical Corsican family run hotel which has built a fantastic reputation due to its position close to the beach, port and town of L’Île Rousse. In recent years the guest rooms have been refurbished to offer modern yet comfortable accommodation and there is an excellent daily buffet breakfast.

With its own reserved beach with direct access from the hotel, swimming pool and jacuzzi, this is a great base to relax yet for those wishing to explore the local area the lovely town beach is just 100m away, the port opposite the hotel offers watersports and the tourist train to access Calvi is just 200m from the hotel.  

The old town of L’Île Rousse with numerous excellent restaurants, bars, cafés and shops is just a 5 minute walk away from the hotel, making it a perfect choice for those looking for B&B with the option to eat out in the evening. 

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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.

COVID-19 Protocols

Our accommodation providers ensure compliance with regulations and COVID-19 protocols from the French government in order to ensure the maximum enjoyment, safety and security of our guests whilst on holiday. 

All our hotels, villas and apartments will ensure the maximum level of hygiene and cleanliness given the continuing potential impact of COVID-19 to ensure the healthiest environment in which guests can continue to enjoy their holiday with confidence. The necessary heightened levels of cleaning and preparation of properties and equipment may occasionally have a minor impact on the provision of certain services and facilities, but are unlikely to detract from the overall holiday experience.