A memorable night in front of Porto Ota’s square tower? A breathtaking view of the calanques de Piana?
Don’t worry, you’ll find your ideal accommodation in Piana or Porto Ota for an unforgettable stay. This is it:
- our tips for choosing where to stay in Piana, the best districts
- and our selection of the best hotels in Piana
Our selection is made independently, based on our experience and research. When we stay in a hotel, we remain anonymous and pay in full.
The best hotels in Piana: our 4 favorites
If you don’t want to read the whole list of hotels and why we love them, here’s our quick answer with our favorites in every corner of Piana, and why you’ll have a wonderful stay here!
However, it’s worth noting that the region’s hotels are aging, so you won’t find the wonderful designs of the hotels in Bonifacio, Calvi, L’Île-Rousse or Porto-Vecchio… But the point is to spend your time looking out over the most beautiful part of Corsica!
Best hotel in Piana with swimming pool: Capo Rosso
This hotel is renowned for its views of the calanques de Piana, the Gulf of Porto and the Scandola reserve. And these views did not disappoint!
We could have just sat on the balcony or by the pool and enjoyed it for hours.
See photos, prices and availability
Best hotel in Piana (value for money): Scandola
Similarly, Hotel Scandola is nestled in the hills in the heart of the calanques de Piana.
From our room, we had a perfect view of the gulf and the Scandola reserve. And from the bar and breakfast terrace, we enjoyed the views over the village of Piana and the calanques.
See photos, prices and availability
Best Appart-Hotel in Porto Ota: Capu Seninu
With modern apartments with mountain views and parking, the Capu Seninu residence is one of our favorite options in Porto Ota, not far from the boat departures. It’s a very convenient hotel for enjoying the region and not having to eat out at every meal.
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Best hotel for the view in Porto Ota: Hotel les Flots Bleus
Almost all the hotels in Porto Ota have rooms with magnificent views, a mix of sea, marine and mountain. But one of our favourite views is from the Flots Bleus, with the pink rocks and Genoese tower in the foreground!
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Best hotel with swimming pool in Porto Ota: Hotel Capo D’Orto
Porto Ota has a beach, but if you think it’s important to have a swimming pool in your hotel, we recommend the Hotel Capo d’Orto.
See photos, prices and availability
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Where to stay near the calanques de Piana: best areas
Is spending the night in Piana worth it?
The calanques of Piana are one of Corsica’s most beautiful landscapes. These pink rock cliffs are absolutely stunning.
We recommend you spend at least one night here, to go further than just the boat trip: go up to the village of Evisa, down to the beach at Ficaghjola, hike…
It’s one of the most beautiful places to stay in Corsica. And you have 2 options: take a hotel in the hills of Piana, or sleep by the water in Porto Ota.
And then you can plan your stay with our guide to Les calanques de Piana and what to do in the Gulf of Porto Ota.
Sleep in the heart of the calanques at Piana
Benefits:
- Breathtaking views: Piana is located in the Corse-du-Sud region, famous for its spectacular scenery and natural beauty. The village is surrounded by majestic mountains and offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Porto.
- Peace and quiet: Piana is a small, peaceful village, far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities and not just for tourists.
- Several restaurants in the village
Disadvantages:
- Winding road from the calanques de Piana down to the marina
- Limited accommodation options: Piana is a small village
Our favorite hotels:
We recommend the Hotel Capo Rosso with its swimming pool – see photos and availability
And the Scandola hotel with its varied views – see photos and availability
Benefits:
- Ideal location: Porto-Ota is situated in the heart of the reserve between the calanques de Piana and Scandola.
- Access to the sea: Porto-Ota is a coastal village offering easy access to the sea to enjoy the beach or take the boats exploring the reserves.
- Wide choice of hotels and restaurants
Disadvantages:
- A purely tourist village, it lacks the soul of Corsican villages.
- Limited parking: Like many coastal villages in Corsica, parking can be limited in Porto-Ota, especially during busy periods.
- Noise potential: Due to the large number of tourists, Porto-Ota can be lively and noisy.
Our favorite hotel:
We recommend the hotel Résidence Capu Seninu – see photos and availability
OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN Corsica
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is powerful enough (the roads are steep) but compact (some passages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
Other tips to keep in mind
The region is a popular tourist destination. We therefore advise you to book as early as possible to have a choice of hotels and better prices.
If you choose a hotel in Porto Ota, be sure to check the parking conditions. Parking can be difficult and can add to your budget.
1. Hotel Capo Rosso (Piana)
Why stay at Hotel Capo Rosso
The Hotel Capo Rosso is a must-see in the region.
We come here for the breathtaking views over the Gulf of Porto. We were delighted by the views from our room, the restaurant and the pool.
The atmosphere is peaceful and serene, and we enjoyed relaxing here after the winding, narrow roads all around the region.
The view from the pool is truly unbeatable. Just be aware that the hotel is nestled in the hills, so there are lots of stairs.
Practical information
- Village: Piana
- Price range: 4 stars
- Restaurant: yes
- Family rooms: no
- Facilities: outdoor swimming pool
- Parking: private and free
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
See our detailed review of our stay in Capo Rosso
2. Hotel Scandola (Piana)
Why stay at the Hotel Scandola
Another hotel with exceptional views. The orientation is slightly different.
From our room, our balcony faced the gulf and the Scandola reserve. You can’t take your eyes off it when you wake up!
And from the bar and breakfast room/terrace, the view of the calanques and the village is also exceptional. What’s more, we enjoyed plenty of excellent homemade products. We felt the team’s passion for these cakes and local products!
Practical information
- Neighborhood: village de Piana
- Price range: 3 stars
- Restaurant: no, but 5 min walk from village center
- Family rooms: yes
- Facilities: electric bike hire
- Parking: private and free with recharging stations
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
See our detailed review of our stay at the Hotel Scandola
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3. Hotel Capu Seninu (Porto Ota)
Why stay at Hotel Capu Seninu
If you prefer to sleep at the bottom of the calanques, near the sea, the Capu Seninu residence is one of the best options.
The rooms are more modern than most hotels in the area, there’s a kitchen if you want to take a break from the restaurants, and there’s ample parking at the foot of the residence, making your experience that much more enjoyable.
We recommend apartments with terraces and panoramic views to immerse yourself completely in the environment, with views of the mountains and river.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Porto Ota village
- Price range: 3 stars
- Restaurant: no
- Family rooms: yes
- Facilities: self-catering apartments
- Parking: private and free
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
4. Hotel Le Calypso (Porto Ota)
Why stay at Le Calypso hotel
If you’d like to sleep in the heart of the sea, with a view of the sea, the mountains and the navy, this hotel is a good option.
It’s a very small hotel, surrounded by other hotels.
A warm welcome and spacious rooms.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Porto Ota village
- Price range: 3 stars
- Restaurant: yes
- Family rooms: no
- Equipment: /
- Parking: no – free parking on other side of pedestrian bridge
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
THE BEST OF calanques de Piana
Our 5 must-have articles:
- Visit the calanques de Piana
- Best things to do in the Gulf of Porto Ota
- The Scandola reserve
- Where to sleep in Piana – best hotels
- Ficaghjola beach (coming soon)
5. Hotel Les Flots Bleus (Porto Ota)
Why stay at Hotel Les Flots Bleus
This hotel has one of the best views of Porto Ota.
It’s almost at the end of the marina, on the seaward side.
And so you have an exceptional foreground with the pink rocks and square Genoese tower of Porto Ota. We love it!
The rooms have been renovated. The decor is kept simple, so as not to compete with the view outside!
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Porto Ota village
- Price range: 3 stars
- Restaurant: no, but close to all restaurants
- Family rooms: yes
- Equipment: /
- Parking: no
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
6. Hotel Le Romantique (Porto Ota)
Why stay at Le Romantique
Located right next to Le Calypso, Hotel Le Romantique offers similar views of the marina, sea and mountains.
A very good 2-star hotel option in an ideal location.
And all rooms have a small balcony with table and chair, so you can relax and enjoy the view, especially at sunset when the colors of the rocks change!
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Porto Ota village
- Price range: 2 stars
- Restaurant: yes
- Family rooms: yes
- Equipment: /
- Parking: no – free parking on other side of pedestrian bridge
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
7. Hotel Capo d’Orto (Porto Ota)
Why stay at Hotel Capo d’Orto
If you’re looking for a hotel with a swimming pool in Porto Ota, this is the right option for you.
It’s a little less central than the other hotels listed above, less close to the sea, but it has the advantage of a swimming pool.
As it’s a little further away from the center, you’ll enjoy more peace and quiet. And most rooms offer magnificent mountain and sea views.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Porto Ota village
- Price range: 3 stars
- Restaurant: no
- Family rooms: yes
- Facilities: outdoor swimming pool
- Parking: no – free parking on other side of pedestrian bridge
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO Corsica
Inspiration destinations
Best of
Practice
Cheap hotels and camping in the calanques de Piana
The region is very touristy and has limited building space, so you won’t find the best value for money in Corsica.
To keep prices down, go up to the inland villages, but this will mean a longer drive to the calanques.
If you want to sleep in a campsite, consider:
- Camping le Porto
- Camping Les Oliviers
- The municipal campsite
HOW TO GET TO Corsica
Option 1: by ferry
Departure from France and Italy
- See all ferry options in our article
- Compare schedules, prices and availability directly
Advantage: you can take your car!
Option 2: by plane
Airports in Bastia, to visit the North, Figari to visit the South, or Ajaccio convenient for all Corsica.
Compare flights!
