Hotel Ovidius

Excellent place to stay. I wasn’t surprised because we were told very good things about this hotel. When we got there, I was pleased to see that it was true. Met the owner and she was fabulous. Her husband played a wonderful song for us on the piano. He’s excellent. All of the staff was great too. Great breakfast, great room, clean, a lot included in the room. I would definitely stay there again. It is Central to a lot of Abbruzzi and there is a lot to see within about an hour drive. Beautiful scenery.

A days cooking class with the skilled and funny chef Antonella It was informative, enjoyable and tasty time. Her family run the hotel and assist and we met them all. We helped to prepare Fagolini soup, local pasta and sauce ( lamb and ricotta flakes); meatballs and the sweet pinelle d’Abruzzo. With our broken Italian and her better English we learned about the food and the stories of her childhood. Our group were amazed at the taste and quality of food made from simple ingredients. Added to that were the rose, white and red wines from their vineyard. We sat and ate in the sunny dining room looking at the beautiful view A terrific experience. We learned a great deal and had a wonderful time. Most of all we will remember the warmth and kindness of Antonella and her family.

In lovely spring weather we had 2 nights at this very fine hotel with direct view to the snowcapped mouintains. Reception friendly and fast. Room was quiet, full view to Gran Sasso! Fine beds, fine bathroom. Breakfast was indeed very good and a very warm service at breakfast.

We stayed at this hotel for 6 nights in late March. We find it to be in an excellent location to explore the town of Sulmona; but also close to main roads for day trips or into the countryside to other towns. There is free parking out front if you happen to get one of the white curb parking spots. Or, the hotel had more parking around back with a gate opened by your room key. There is a restaurant on site serving high quality food. Our stay had breakfast buffet included which was quite extensive. Staff members were all very friendly. Special mention to Ari on the front desk and Tanya in the breakfast room. Everyone else was pleasant and helpful too. Walking distance to countless restaurants and the historical centre of Sulmona.

The hotel is good value for money if you are looking for comfort and not for the authentic. Chose a street with a view on the parking which will be much quieter. It has a nice swimming pool and spa area which you need to book in advance for Eur 20 per person. It seemed that we were the only guests in the hotel so it was very quiet. It is outside of the historical center which is a 5-7 minute walk.

This hotel was perfectly situated in Sulmona. The staff that checked us in was not over friendly or even a little friendly ... but there were others that were certainly friendly, kind and helpful. The room was enough in size and the bathroom was large enough, but the shower was funny .... looked like a space tube. The breakfast was a light fare but enough.