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Hotel Alivi Bastia (review + photos)

by Manu | 9 July 2023 | no intrusive ads, no sponsored content, just some affiliate links - if you use them, we get a small commission (détails)

TheHôtel Alivi Bastia is a great address for those who want to sleep with their feet in the water and in the peace and quiet of this great Corsican city.

Sea views and access to a small private beach are the main assets of this hotel, located just 10 minutes from the city center.

In this article, you’ll find detailed information about our stay and plenty of photos to help you make up your own mind.

View of the pool and sea in front of the Hotel Alivi in Bastia

This review is completely independent, we stayed anonymously and paid our bill in full.

Why stay at Hôtel Alivi Bastia

Hotel Alivi Bastia is one of the finest luxury hotels in Bastia. Here, in our opinion, are the 3 main assets of this hotel:

  • Beachfront: located just a few steps from the beach, this hotel overlooks the sea and offers magnificent views.
  • Access to a small beach: Hotel Alivi Bastia has a small private beach accessible to all guests.
  • Ideal for breathing: this hotel is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding nature.
photo of the small pebble beach with the brown rocks of the cliff and, in the background, a staircase leading to the page.
Hotel Alivi’s private beach

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Is the Hotel Alivi Bastia worth it? Our review

We think the Hotel Alivi Bastia is one of the best options for staying in Bastia.

We appreciated the calm that reigns here, allowing us to recharge our batteries after a day spent exploring the city of Bastia. We were able to take full advantage of the splendid view, which was truly soothing and enchanting.

swimming pool in foreground and Hotel Alivi building in background
the hotel swimming pool

Decoration and atmosphere

Hôtel Alivi Bastia’s relatively imposing architecture puts it right next to the sea.

Photo of hotel building (3-storey pink building) with green space in foreground

The decor, meanwhile, is minimalist and soft, letting the natural surroundings take center stage. A few elements (high chairs at the bar, dividers in the breakfast room) keep the eyes from getting bored.

The room

Our room was sober and natural, with extensive use of wood and a sandy color with effect paint on the wall.

photo of the pillows and headboard, and in the background a small antique armchair with its gueridon

The small pedestal table and armchair to the right of the bed broke up the decor, which was a little too aseptic for our taste.

We found a kettle in the room for making hot drinks.

photo of garden furniture with railing and sea as far as the eye can see*.

The best thing about the rooms at the Hôtel Alivi Bastia in Bastia is the sea view, with the Tuscan islands in the distance, which we were able to enjoy to the full on our small terrace equipped with garden furniture. In addition to the visual pleasure, we had the impression that the sea was almost within reach…


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The bathroom

In our room, the bathroom featured a bathtub and hygiene products from Algotherm, a specialist in seaweed-based marine treatments.

sink in the foreground, bathtub in the background, with beige-grey tiles

The breakfast

Hotel Alivi Bastia in Bastia offers a varied and tasty buffet breakfast. You’ll be able to sample local products such as hazelnut Canistrelli, as well as homemade cakes from housekeeper Adriana.

Photo of 4 tables in the breakfast room with access to the balcony protected by a tree before the sea
the breakfast room

We particularly appreciated the choice of products on offer, from pastries, jams and fruit to hard-boiled eggs, cheese and Corsican charcuterie.

Equipment and common areas

Hotel Alivi Bastia has a small swimming pool with a direct view of the sea, whose water was 22 degrees at the time of our visit, but it was early in the season and the sun was still shy.

photo of the pool in the foreground, sunbathers in the 2nd and the sea in the background

Around the pool, you’ll find pleasant sunbathing areas and just below, a small private beach for white-water swimmers.

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The restoration

If you fancy a drink, the bar is open all day long on the terrace in front of the hotel.

The hotel has its own restaurant, L’Archipel. In a very pleasant setting, you can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on the sea: shellfish, catch of the day, seafood pasta… What better way to accompany the sound of the waves and the smell of the sea, which will lull you to sleep during your meal!

view of the tables under an awning, overlooking Bastia and the sea
The restaurant terrace

Practical information about Hotel Alivi Bastia in Bastia

Type

4 star hotel


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Where the hotel is located

  • Porto-Vecchio to Hôtel Alivi Bastia: 2h35
  • Ajaccio to Hôtel Alivi Bastia: 2h40
  • Calvi to Hôtel Alivi Bastia: 2h
  • Corte to Hôtel Alivi Bastia: 1h10

Hotel Alivi Bastia is located at 4 Rte du Cap, 20200 Bastia, France. It’s a 10-minute drive from the city center and a 30-minute walk.

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How to get there

To get to Bastia, you have a choice of two options:

  • By plane: Bastia airport is served by numerous airlines. You can either rent a car when you get off the plane, or take a cab (25-minute drive).
  • The ferry: here too you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing the ferry company that will take you to the port of Bastia (but we’ve prepared a short article to help you choose your ferry). It will take you about ten minutes to reach the hotel when you get off the ferry!
  • By train if you’re coming from another Corsican town, thanks to the Chemin de Fer Corse, which connects you to the main Corsican towns (Bastia, Calvi, Mezzana…). In 15 minutes you’ll be at the hotel.

But if you want to discover Corsica, we strongly recommend that youopt for the car… or for walking!

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Option 1: by ferry

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Parking

The hotel has free, secure, dedicated parking for cars and a closed garage for motorcycles and bicycles. It is also equipped with electric charging stations.

view from the hotel gourdroné parking lot

For people with reduced mobility

The Hôtel Alivi Bastia in Bastia hasa room accessible to people with reduced mobility.

As always, we recommend that you contact the hotel to prepare for your stay.

Is Hotel Alivi Bastia family-friendly?

The hotel has suites and triple rooms that can accommodate families of up to 4 people. For an additional charge, baby cribs are available in many rooms.

The restaurant also offers a children’s menu. With the pool, they’ll have plenty of fun in complete safety.

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