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Via Stoccolma 5, 97016 Pozzallo, Sicily, Italy
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Costaiblea
Ranked #9 of 16 Pozzallo B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
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Port Stephens, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“Generous, friendly service and spotless, compact rooms.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2010

During our visit to fascinating Malta, we made an exciting side-excursion by ferry from Valletta to Pozzallo in Sicily and stayed at this great BnB, walking from ferry terminal along the length of the town along the charming back streets (about 5kms.) to this eastern residential area where all the streets are named after capital cities, eg London, Berlin, Athens ... with Costaiblea on via Stockholm (Stoccolma).

Costaiblea is part of a modern apartment complex (see pic), in an area of busy construction work on more apartment blocks, but luckily the noise was not intrusive. The exterior signage for the BnB entry is very discrete so having a hardcopy of the BnB info with photos and map proved very helpful.

The reception area and breakfast room were cosy and welcoming, the guesthouse spotlessly clean, the rooms very modern, if a little sterile in their functional design. The beds were extremely comfortable, (although a second pillow per bed would have added to the comfort), and the bathroom was sparkling and spacious, complete with bidet.
The double doors opening on to a little garden patio gave the perception of extra space, and the free wifi was a bonus!

The guesthouse is within easy walking distance to the Pietrenere beach, and we strolled its length into Pozzallo's centre with a visit to the old 15 century fort, affectionately known as La Torre (The Tower).

The functionality of the rooms was more than compensated for by the warm and generous hosts, especially Ella, who provided lots of helpful information and was a wonderful barista for the morning breakfast coffee included with the cereal, toast, juice and croissants. Over breakfast, Ella hears we're not departing Pozzallo until the evening ferry departs for Valletta at 9:30pm, and volunteers free use of the room for as long as we need it, as the guesthouse was not fully booked. Just perfect, could enjoy a full day of exploring followed by a siesta and shower before walking back to the ferry terminal.

Thank you, Ella! A wonderful small nibble at the feast that is Sicily.

  • Stayed November 2009
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Berkshire, England
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Excellent value for money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2010

We stayed here for a couple of nights in late May, after reading good reviews in Tripadvisor and were not disappointed. The main reason for chosing Costaiblea was because it is on the outskirts, we knew that parking would be safe and easy. Really good value, spotlessly clean and an amazing number of facilities in our rooms for a humble B & B which put other 4* hotels on our trip around Sicily to shame eg. information folders on the desk about Costaiblea and the area, loads of storage, chairs, plus the table and chairs outside on the private patio, drying facilities etc etc. The owners are really helpful.

Pozzallo was still really quiet at this time of year and it was difficult to find restaurants open but we recommend La Piscina on Via Raoul Follerau, off the main road towards the ferry port. The locals all eat here and the fish platters are like works of art.

We enjoyed an excellent day in Noto (don't miss the Caffe Sicilia opposite the Cathedral on Corso Vittorio Emanuele for the best ice creams in Sicily) and then down on the coast at Marzamemi, where the former tuna fishery buildings have been converted into restaurants and holiday cottages.

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Toronto, Ontario
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“A pleasant stay and good value visiting south eastern Sicily”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2009
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Costaiblea is a perfect location for relaxing on the beach or enjoying day trips to wonderful Baroque towns like Noto, Ragusa and Modica. Driving to cities farther away, such as Siracusa, Catania and Taormina is just as easy with Pozzallo's nearby access to the Autostrada.

The welcome at Costaiblea is warm and friendly. Ella greeted us at the reception desk when we first arrived and always had a ready smile at breakfast. Bruno and Enzo had many suggestions of special places to see near Pozzallo and ideas for dinner in town.

The rooms are very spacious, clean and tidy, the beds comfortable and we never lacked for anything in the bathrooms. Although it was still a bit cool while we were there, the garden patio looked like a lovely spot to relax outside after a long day.

The breakfast room is bright and cheerful with the garden behind. We had a selection of juice, including grapefruit, which is my favourite but rarely found, and Ella brought us our choice of coffee (espresso or cappuccino). There were fresh croissants and rolls with jams or Nutella.

We would recommend this fine B&B to anyone who likes good value for their money and clean, quiet, friendly surroundings.

  • Stayed May 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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cocoa beach,florida
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“Lovely bed and breakfast, good location to visit the baroque cities”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2009

We are a 40's couple traveller who stayed at the B&B Costa Iblea for four nights at the end of March 2009.

The hotel was behind the waterfront and the beautiful city beach, an ideal location, close to the beach but in a very quiet area. Each room is self-contained and has a nice garden. We choose Pozzallo as basis to visit all baroque cities nearby while enjoying, like we did, returning in the evening in a coastal town and have very good seafood at reasonable rates.

The hosts were very friendly and gave us very useful tips on what to visit, where to eat etc. We highly recommend their bed and breakfast.

  • Stayed March 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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VIENNA
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Nice days in Pozzallo”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2008
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wonderful experience during our Sicily trip . Can only recommend them !

  • Stayed September 2008, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Via Stoccolma 5, 97016 Pozzallo, Sicily, Italy
Price range (per night):* 66 AUD - 106 AUD

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