Recently Reviewed Hotels around Ponza Island

• Grotte di Pilato
  "interesting boat tour"
  "Travelling with a small baby, we didn't want too long an excursion. This was perfect to sample the beautiful sights along one side of the island and get back to port after an hour or so. The Pilato caves were excavated in Roman times (Pilato was the architect - no relation to the infamous Pontius)..." and the feat is impressive even for someone like me with zero interest in engineering. There are remains of a Roman villa and Roman fortifications, a beach that was used for prisoners in exile to clean up after their working day - evenin freezing February, a lighthouse, a botanical garden, a hiking trail with wild goats scampering around, various rock formations and caves, chunks taken out of the cliffs to build houses, driftwood, a local artist's house on its own tiny island... Our knowledgeable guide described the various items of interest and their history, which made the tour so much more interesting, although we would also have had a lovely time just looking at the scenery. There ... " More >
• Ponza Island
  "Dream of an island"
  "The boat trip around the island with stops for swimming in the clearest blue water. The commentary is in Italian so you will need to get those language lessons."
• Cooperativa Barcaioli Ponzesi, Islands of Ponza
  "The Ponza and Palmarola tour by the sea: the best way to appreciate these amazing islands in a short time"
  "We have experienced this service on a day in early May with uncertain weather (later improved): this has resulted in a limited number of participants (ten), which likely affects the good quality of the experience. We refer specifically to the service that provides, for 25 euro each, a circuit of fi..."ve hours (11am-4pm) around the islands of Ponza and Palmarola, with stops for swimming. In my opinion it's an excellent value for money, for the sublime natural spectacle that is offered, and because a freshly cooked pasta dish, water, wine and coffee are included in the price (in high season the period is 11am-5:30pm, probably for a higher price). The boat used is essential, but modern and efficient. You should turn to the headquarters of the boatmen cooperative within 10:30 am on the chosen day. Bring sunscreen! I don't hesitate to affirm that the circumnavigation of the two islands, because of their scenic volcanic nature, is one of the greatest natural wonders that you can enjoy throu... " More >