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Everything! All the little details in the apartment were so lovely.

Stayed in July 2025

Fantastic apartment. A true experience overlooking the beautiful waterfront. Awesome service and is the perfect location for discovering Scilla. Very friendly host! I wish I had known before and booked a longer stay... Beautiful Scilla!

Stayed in June 2025

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We had great expectations after seeing previous reviews and from the moment we arrived our expections were exceeded. From the friendly greeting, the care shown to us and the standard of the accomodation there was nothing that could have improved

Stayed in May 2025

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It was such an amazing experience. From the authentic 'fisherman's cave' decor and vibe to the wonderful breakfast, to the 'sitting on the sea' deck watching the swordfish boats gliding by every day, to the fishing village itself, it was just pure joy. Our host, Fortunata, was the most beautifully warm and generous host I've experienced in many years of travel. If ever there was a property that deserved an 11/10 rating, this is it. I couldn't recommend it more highly. Grazie mille Fortunata.🙏

Stayed in May 2025

That was my second stay at U Catoiu, and the fact speaks for itself. Unique accomodation on the main street of Chianalea with own access to the sea and always great care of her guests from Fortunata.

Stayed in October 2024

Beautiful house in the center of the village. Exceptionally comfortable room with the balcony over the sea. Just amazing. Fortunata is super helpful and very friendly host. Excellent breakfast. Lots of great restaurants nearby. Easy parking a few hundred meters from the house.

Stayed in October 2024

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The balcony over the sea was lovely and relaxing. The restaurant literally steps away across the alley was terrific - all up a very easy stay.

Stayed in September 2024

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We loved our stay. Enjoying sunrise and sunset on the deck overlooking the water was very special. The stay is located in an excellent position with everything immediately near or easily accessible on foot. The host made us feel very welcome and made sure everything was excellent and also dropped us off at the train station. A great stay.

Stayed in September 2024

Everything was just great! The only negative thing I could think of was that the AC was too loud to use during night.

What a fabulous place! Beautiful apartment with an amazing balcony right above the sea. Clean, quiet and in such a beautiful village. Would love to return!

Stayed in June 2024

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Everything about the accommodation is excellent. Fortunata is a wonderful host, very kind and friendly. The apartment location is just the best, close to everything we could need. Breakfast was delicious, the room was incredibly clean with a comfortable bed and great shower. Worth it for the views from the balcony alone. Loved every minute and hope to return ❤️.

Stayed in June 2024

Unique experience: living in a used-to-be fisherman's house with all the comfort and amenities; having access to the sea in your “courtyard” where you can have coffee while watching waves dancing.  Fortunata is incredible in her kindness, warmth, and care.  Breakfast is plentiful. Everything in the house is very clean and very well maintained, with many unique decor items handcrafted by Fortunata’s husband. When staying at the U Catoiu, it feels like staying in a standalone house: no typical neighbors noise, just the sound of waves.  At the same time, a few steps up after you lock your door, and you are on the beautiful street with cafes, bars, and stores. Enjoyed my stay very much!

Stayed in May 2024

The local was a perfect our host was excellent collected us up from train station and did the drop off very helpful with everything that was asked of her

Stayed in June 2024

No complaints.

A very special room that was comfortable and decorated beautifully. The owner was on site and extremely helpful. The location was wonderful. The owner also pick this up from the train.

Stayed in May 2024

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Perfect location. Beautiful quirky property. Amazing host who couldn't do enough for us!! Fabulous breakfast.

Stayed in May 2024

U Catoiu was centrally located & just the rest we needed after a hectic time of travelling. Fortunata went beyond our expectations as a host. Scilla is a beautiful town, we can not recommend this destination or U Catoiu more highly.

Stayed in May 2024

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Fortunata met us at the car park and kindly drove us and our cases the short distance to her home right on the sea. The property was very, very clean and tidy and was decorated with all sorts of items made from salvaged flotsam and jetsam. The bed linen was immaculate and fresh including the pillows and eiderdown. We were made to feel very welcome. Falling asleep to the sound of the sea washing against the walls was very special. We cannot recommend this place highly enough.

Stayed in April 2024

Charming apartment, perfect location, very generous breakfast, friendly customer service, we loved everything about the place, would definitely recommend it !

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing. Was wonderful

This was such a unique property. Gorgeous surroundings and so well kept. The host, Fortunata, could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. Five star service. Couldn’t have asked for more. LOVE this place

Stayed in October 2023

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This was the highlight of our trip to Italy. Our host Fortunata was such a beautiful lady, kind and could simply not have done any more for us. We stayed 3 nights and felt like we were incredibly welcomed. Nothing was too much trouble, our every whim was catered to. The breakfast is incredibly substantial and took our breath away. Room is gorgeous, and historic, with fine details like driftwood/shell lamps, and all kinds of little touches that made the room so special. BUT THE VIEW!!!!!! Sitting out on our balcony felt like a dream, and the constant sound of the ocean lapping around you is something I have longed for since I left. A very very special place, one I will remember for years to come.

Stayed in October 2023

Amazing breakfast laid out for us in the morning, the balcony overlooking the water was fantastic and everything was made very easy.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing at all.

The property itself was beautiful and a testament to the craftsmanship of Fortunata’s husband. It is ideally situated to wander around the Chinealea district and to the long beach for swimming etc. lots of restaurants within a few steps.

Stayed in October 2023

This property is amazing. So unique, you can tell that Fortuna the owner is so proud and rightly so. Unique decor befitting a seaside apartment. The balcony is spectacular. We sat for ages just taking in the views. Breakfast was exceptional. An abundance of different foods and drinks specially prepared by Fortuna. The bed was great and lovely to sleep with the sound of the waves. Fortuna helped us with our parking and our bags. Great to have a small kitchen also to prepare food. Scilla itself is delightful , especially Chianalea where the apartment is located right on the sea. Easy walking to the beach, castle etc. Above all was the kindness shown to us by Fortuna. What a gentle caring soul. This place was a winner.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing. All wonderful.

First, Fortunata (the host) is lovely and was so helpful! We had a long drive and she met us to help us find parking and even drove us with our luggage. She really went above and beyond. With the breakfast also… above and beyond. Such a spread! Aside from just her, the room is great. So cute. And, the balcony hangs over the water and it’s stunning. Plus, the best location. If we could plan our trip over, we’d stay several more nights there!

Stayed in September 2023

difficult to access if you have luggage, due to ZTL location.

amazing and attentive host. very good breakfast. Authentic Seaside experience. Renovated home and yet has old world charm.

Stayed in September 2023