Cmon, you’re staying in the castle!

Stayed in September 2024

There was no soap in the bathroom. Restaurant just outside closes early, the other restaurant along the beach was closed for private function and only serves fish, so a little out of the way to get to a restaurant

The castle is beautiful and right on the beach

Stayed in September 2024

None

Staying overnight in the ancient castle

Stayed in August 2024

The experience of staying in a historical landmark was amazing. The view and the beach were also a great experience. Would definitely book again if I have the chance to get back to Italy.

Stayed in August 2024

No bath soap and shampoos but understandable since it hostel it’s understandable. No guarded luggage deposit area, you can leave your luggage in a corner near the reception but the space is open and it is not guarded when the receptionist is not around.

Free parking, kind and welcoming staffs, and security guards. Well ventilated and clean premises. Definitely the mini castle they built for the cats inside the castle! :)

Stayed in August 2024

The hostel is located right on the fortress grounds. Room with sea view.

Stayed in July 2024

Fantastic location in the castle right next to the beach, very charming both during the day and at night. The rooms are basic, but you come here for the location and the closeness to the sea. Wonderful staff, super-helpful.

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing really, I had a good stay.

Really unique and beautiful place, very historic. And reasonable prices for what it is!

Stayed in July 2024

The amazing location The simple but very elegant decor The staff The cats 🐈

Stayed in July 2024

N/A. Accommodation basic but worth the experience.

Location, the history.

Stayed in July 2024

Mosquitoes. But they are unavoidable if you open a window

Beautiful castle turned into a hotel and museum. Learn about the history of the place you are staying, take a dip in the sea. And the airport is 30 minutes away.

Stayed in July 2024

Such an amazing place - by the sea, in a historic setting, with beautiful grounds, and really interesting museums. The coffee shop on site had great coffee and pastries. The staff was very friendly and the room very spacious, clean and comfortable. We appreciate the simplicity of this place and the quiet setting. Hope to be back some day…

Stayed in July 2024

It is a 'hostel', so decor is a bit spartan. Coffee is from a machine in a coomon room. Good facilities like plates and a cork screw available in common room also... All makes sense for a hostel.

Located within a castle, wonderful setting, windows looks out on the waves crashing. Can tour all through the castle, included with room, and get a discount on the museum. Village next door is lovely, with beautiful trees, shops and pizzaria, and pretty beach. Great alternative to boring airport hotel, and great value even with rental car to get there.

Stayed in June 2024

The long walk to the Ostello from the train station with no options for a ride was difficult with luggage.

The novelty of staying in a castle and on the beach was a lot of fun. The seafood restaurant closest to the castle was a highlight.

Stayed in July 2024

No soap in the bathroom

View, museum location

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing

Very unique experience living in an old castle for two days.

Stayed in June 2024

No coffee station in the room. You have to go to the communal kitchen to get your first cup of coffee.

We loved the spacious room with balcony looking over the ocean. The staff were friendly and helpful. The coffee shop outside is lovely and affordable. The venue is close to the train station, so easy walk. Easy access to the beach. Beautiful architecture. Beautiful surroundings.

Stayed in June 2024

Small fridge crowded with other guests food.

Astonishing surroundings. Easy to park, as a hostel guest parking was free. Common kitchen available. Staff present 24 h. Access to museums with reduced price

Stayed in June 2024

It's a hostel, do not expect a star-rated hotel. Everything is a bit basic.

The Castle is uniquely located directly on the beach. The sound from the waves breaking right in front of it makes you think you're on the ocean. The castle is historic and interesting. The staff were very friendly. Parking was free. A free beach is directly next door, and there is a simple beachfront restaurant.

Stayed in June 2024

The only thing is that we didn’t have an internet connection, signal was very poor. However, considering it’s location, it’s totally understandable.

Great location and beautiful views. We will definitely come back to this place.

Stayed in June 2024

Not a problem, but it would have been good to know that there was no soap in room. Other than the vending machine, not many open stores in S. Severa this time of year.

What a treasure a short train ride from Rome...especially this time of year.

Stayed in May 2024

The gate of the castle officially closes at 23 but we can always ring a bell, they don't have a breakfast service so that's something to think about in the morning, the nearby restaurant opens at midday though.

The location is amazing next to the beach, the room view heads directly both to the sea and the garden, the toilet is quite clean, the staff speaks limited English but very friendly and helpful, the room size isn't as big as in the picture but decent enough for the price. There's a really good seafood restaurant by the beach.

Stayed in May 2024

Magnificent castle, you can visit the tower and the museum. The rooms have a view of the sea. You can fall asleep to the sound of the waves. The staff is very welcoming and helpful. they are very professional and kind. The rooms are very clean. I go back every year, it’s my favorite place in the region. The beach is beautiful, the café restaurant in front of the castle is practical. there is ample free parking. I love it !

Stayed in May 2024

It's important to come prepared - bring soap and cutlery! Otherwise, the kitchen is quite well- equipped and former occupants had left the basics like salt and oil, so it was only necessary to bring the food we'd eat during our stay. Santa Severa is pretty dead off-season with lots of restaurants closed.

Stunning room with beautiful views - it was really quite wonderful to stay in this castle. The staff couldn't have been kinder and more accomodating, the room and kitchen was also pristinely clean . We also enjoyed visiting the museums on site, wandering around the castle - full of the sublime scent of orange blossom in early April. The laundry facilities and beautiful kitchen make this the perfect pit-stop as you explore Italy.

Stayed in April 2024