Travelers find a peaceful retreat on the terrace after exploring nearby attractions, then return to their rooms to enjoy books from the well-stocked library
Al Vecchio Pioppo welcomes visitors with a charming setting and inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax on the terrace, and appreciate the on-site hair salon. Free WiFi, a library, bike rentals, and tour assistance are available.
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Twin room in mansard with external private bathroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
80 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Large Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Romantic Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Mountain view
17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Triple Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
City view
21 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Praia a Mare, Al Vecchio Pioppo is near the beach. Sanctuary of S. Maria della Grotta and Sanctuary of the Madonna Della Grotta are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include AquaFans Water Park and Isola Pedonale Scalea. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at LAORAFT - Centro Lao Action Raft, or consider a night out at Ruderi di Cirella Theatre. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Praia a Mare travel guide
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a hair salon at Al Vecchio Pioppo. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a library are available to all guests.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
Bike rentals, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Frette Italian sheets and down comforters
Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Library
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (weekdays only)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
Magnifying mirror
Tile flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 1870
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Frette Italian sheets
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
28-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 3 are welcome
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 May, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 June - 30 September, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT078101C1FN5TGN3J, 078101-BBF-00017
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Children 3 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Property is also known as
Al Vecchio Pioppo
Al Vecchio Pioppo B&B
Al Vecchio Pioppo B&B Praia a Mare
Al Vecchio Pioppo Praia a Mare
Al Vecchio Pioppo Praia a Mare
Al Vecchio Pioppo Bed & breakfast
Al Vecchio Pioppo Bed & breakfast Praia a Mare
Frequently asked questions
Is Al Vecchio Pioppo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Al Vecchio Pioppo?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Vecchio Pioppo on 8 March 2026 start from AED 262, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Al Vecchio Pioppo?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Al Vecchio Pioppo?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Al Vecchio Pioppo located?
Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Praia A Mare Beach, Sanctuary of the Madonna Della Grotta, and Sanctuary of S. Maria della Grotta. Isola di Dino and AquaFans Water Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Praja Ajeta Tortora Station is 11 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Al Vecchio Pioppo Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
10
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
alvin
14 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good facilities, good breakfast. Good position for the centre of Praia and he sea. Gaetano, the owner, was an excellent host.
Gaetano & Antonella were amazing hosts. They helped guide us to the best spots in town on scooter and they were always available by phone! The room was vey clean and cozy, it really made us feel we were at a beach town! rooms are air conditioned as well! Colazione in the morning was good and just enough to get your day started! I would recommend anyone to come stay here. The experience and memories you will get by staying here will last you a lifetime as Gaetano and Antonella treat you as family! Thank you for the wonderful experience, we will for sure come again!
The owner is wonderful and very attentive, proud of his business. Although is a Bed & Breakfast, if they offer you to prepare dinner for you (not included in the nightly rate, but you will have to find a restaurant ayways), say YES. They will cook you a wonderful meal with local ingredients.
Abbiamo fatto una mini-vacanza di 3 giorni e proprio per questo cercavamo una struttura che fosse accessibile sia per la vita notturna che per quella diurna vicina al mare. È stato in soggiorno perfetto, abbiamo parcheggiato la macchina appena arrivate e repress al momento del ritorno. La struttura è centralissima e attraversando si arriva diretti sul lungomare. Il proprietario è di una gentilezza unica , colazione basic ma confortevole. Le camere non sono moderne ma hanno tutto il necessario. Ci torneremo presto.
Muy bonito lugar , sobre la calle principal de Praia Mare, al alcance de todo, excelente habitacion en una propiedad llena de historia , Gaetano un gran Anfitrion siempre pendiente de nosotros, muy linda playa , familiar y muy entretenida.
Ottima accoglienza, tanta attenzione, simpatia e cura ai dettagli da parte del proprietario. Apprezzati i consigli su cosa visitare e dove mangiare.
Bellissimo l’appartamento familiare al secondo piano , e la sala dove viene servita la colazione.
Nos hospedamos durante una noche. La ubicación es muy buena, se encuentra en la avenida principal y muy cerca del mar. Las habitaciones son confortables y todo estaba muy limpio. Excelente atención de los anfitriones, fueron muy antentos y amables.
Et fine og hyggelig sted. Verten veldig serviceminded og kom som avtalt. Morsomt lite B&B midt i sentrum med kort vei til Strand og kafeer og barer.
Anbefales
Ottima posizione...si può parcheggiare la macchina all' arrivo e riprenderla alla partenza....si raggiunge tutto a piedi
L' hotel è carino e pulito...e il proprietario Gaetano gentile e disponibile .. consiglisto
The breakfast was lovely, Gaetano is a good host and very polite.
Nice central location and also less than 5 mn walk to the beach
The room was big and with a nice balcony
The facilities are great. And near by there is a restaurant not expensive with the best pizzas in Italy. Gracie Mille Gaetano.
B&B comodo, pulito e dotato di tutti i confort. Posizionato in zona centrale, a due minuti a piedi dal lungo mare. Ma il valore aggiunto è la gentilezza e la disponibilità di Gaetano, il proprietario. Sicuramente ci ritorneremo. Consigliatissimo.
Saveriuzza 😁
Ambiente accogliente, proprietario gentile, colazione ottima, praticamente nel centro
Mattia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
6/10 Okay
Georg
27 September 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Freundliche Gastgeber; nur für Zwischenstop
Habe Zimmer für 70 € gebucht. Das Zimmer ist klein, heiss (unter dem Dach), ohne richtiges Fenster und hat kein eigenes Bad. Konnte in unteres Zimmer wechseln für 100 €. Dieses ist grösser, heller und hat ein eigenes Bad. Alles ist sauber die Besitzer sind sehr zuvorkommend und nett. Das Frühstück ist etwas mickrig; typisch italienisch. In der Umgebung gibt es nicht viel zu sehen. Der nahe Strand hat Kieselsteine und ist nicht schön.
Good stop on the way to Sicily. Very nice beach town with lots of good food. Only downside was room on second floor. Staff helped with luggae so not a problem.
Supertrevligt B&B med trevligt värdpar. Vi var bara i Praia a Mare två nätter. Första kvällen visade värden, som kan hyggligt bra engelska, oss till en trevlig kvällsöppen pizzeria. Dagen därpå tog han med oss ut i sin båt till Dinos Island, mot en lagom kostnad. Väl värt ett besök. Jag skulle rekommendera att ni ringer honom i förväg och bokar en båttur.
Vi var i Praia i mitten av september och vädret var fortfarande riktigt härligt, runt 30 grader varmt.
En av tjejerna i sällskapet har nu planerat in nästa resa till samma B&B och då tar hon med man och barn i stället.
I stayed here while on vacation with my two children. The B&B is very charming and we loved our room. However, the best part was the people at Al Vecchio Pioppo. They went above and beyond the level of service I expected. I highly recommend you stay at Al Vecchio Pioppo on your next visit to Italy.