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The Ten Best Hotels on Ischia
There is a wide range of accommodations on Ischia, home to almost 400 hotels, B&Bs, rooms, and vacation rentals. The quality of the island's hospitality, however, can be somewhat underwhelming, with dated design, limited amenities, and disappointing breakfast. With countless websites listing the island's hotels, inns, and holiday rentals, it's hard to wade through the chaff to find the few that offer updated décor and services rather than furnishings that date from decade ago!
We've done the work for you, sifting through dozens of possibilities to choose the best mid-priced hotels on Ischia that offer contemporary style and modern amenities. The luxury 5-star hotels have been left off the list, as they all offer high-end services, so we concentrated instead on the mid-level three- and four-star hotels, where there is a ample choice but few that really wow. Rates for these hotels on Ischia fall between €100 and €200 a night, and breakfast is often included.
Please note: when booking a hotel on Ischia, we suggest choosing your room category with care as often the most affordable are on the ground or garden floor and can be dark and dank. Pay close attention to the photos of each room category, and try to book far in advance for the most choice.
Our Top 10 Hotels on Ischia
Updated, contemporary style
Great reviews
Affordable prices
Il Grifo Hotel Charme & Spa
This 4-star hotel is located in the higher elevations of Ischia Porto, along the road to the Casamicciola Terme and has an outdoor pool and spa. We suggest opting for a superior room for beautiful views of the Bay of Naples. The hotel offers a shuttle service from the port upon arrival and departure, and you can rent a scooter to get around the island during your stay.
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Villa Durrueli Resort & Spa
This villa is set halfway between Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte and has an outdoor pool and small in-house spa. We like the modern style of the guest rooms, rare on Ischia. The hotel is adjacent the Pineta Mirtina area, very peaceful and quiet. The town of Ischia Ponte is a ten-minute walk, and Ischia Porto is a pleasant 20-minute stroll down the main corso.
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Villa Marinella
This B&B in Casamicciola Terme stands apart for the contemporary style in its lovely rooms. Set next to the thermal baths of Castiglione, entrance to the baths is included for guests. The villa isn't in the center of town, but along the road between Ischia Porto and Casamicciola. The bus stop is 10 meters away, and there is free parking for those arriving by car along with a shuttle service to and from the port upon arrival and departure.
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Tenuta del Poggio Antico
La Tenuta is perched in the Forio hills and offers a free shuttle service to the center of town. There is an outdoor pool, an indoor hot tub, and a beautiful garden. The area is quiet, and there are views over the sea facing west for gorgeous sunsets. The suites all offer a kitchenette, and have been recently renovated in an elegant contemporary style that is usually found only in 5-star luxury hotels on Ischia.
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Relais Bijoux Ischia
This bed and breakfast is located in the upper reaches of Ischia Porto, and is notable for its beautiful panoramic terrace with pool overlooking the port, Castello Aragonese, Procida, and the Flegrea coast. The rooms are newly remodeled and have sea views. The only downside is the steep, curvy road to reach the B&B, but guests can use the charming "ape" shuttle service.
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Paradise Relais Villa Janto
This family-run hotel in the Casamicciola Terme hills has an outdoor pool and thermal bath, and is known primarily for its excellent home-style cooking using only locak ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared by the hosts with products from their own garden, and the menu can be personalized for special requests and diets, including vegetarian and vegan. There is a shuttle to the beach and the center of town, and free parking for those arriving by car.
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Relais Corte degli Aragonesi
Hotel in the center of Ischia in Ischia Porto overlooking a small square on the main thoroughfare of the town. Ideal for those who want to be in the center of the action and have shops and restaurants right outside the door. The interiors are elegantly done and there is an excellent in-house restaurant. There is no pool or thermal bath, but the suites have hot tubs on the terrace. There is also a gourmet sushi restaurant inside the complex. Ideal for young couples.
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Miramare Sea Resort
If you are looking for a hotel with thermal baths for complete R&R, this is the perfect spot! It's a bit more expensive than other options in the same category, but entrance to the thermal baths with 8 pools and private beach is included. The resort is located in Sant’Angelo, inside the pedestrian-only area, and is known as the hotel of choice of Angela Merkel, who spends each Easter here.
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B&B San Pietro
The strong point of this B&B is its central location in Ischia Porto, right on the corner of the main Via Roma and just a ten-minute walk from the ferry port and beach. The B&B is new and the rooms are modern and feature large en suite bathrooms done in marble.
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Casa Celestino
This small hotel in Sant’Angelo is located in the pedestrian-only area and has simple rooms with colorful tiled floors and sea views. The restaurant is popular with locals and you can dine on a terrace overlookign the small harbor of Sant’Angelo.
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FAQ - Frequently asked questions
What should you pay attention to when booking a hotel in Ischia?
The most important thing is to check the specific room type you are booking, not just the hotel in general. In Ischia, it is common for the cheapest rooms to be on the ground floor or in basement-level floors, with a risk of dampness and limited natural light. Before confirming, look carefully at the photos of the actual room category. Booking well in advance rather than last-minute is also advisable: prices in peak season rise quickly, and the best rooms fill up first.
Which areas of Ischia are the best for accommodation?
The best area depends on your travel priorities. Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte are the most central, ideal for those arriving without a car who want easy access to transport. Forio is the top choice for staying close to Citara beach and Giardini Poseidon. Lacco Ameno suits those looking for upscale thermal relaxation. Sant'Angelo is the quietest option but requires independent mobility. Casamicciola has the advantage of a direct port connection from Naples.
Do hotels in Ischia have thermal pools?
Not all of them, but many do. Ischia is one of the few destinations in the world where a significant share of hotels have pools fed directly by natural thermal springs. These properties allow guests to access thermal baths without needing to travel to an external thermal park. The highest concentration of hotels with in-house thermal pools is in Casamicciola Terme, Lacco Ameno, and Forio. Before booking, it is always worth confirming whether the property actually has its own thermal pool or simply a freshwater swimming pool.
Are hotels in Ischia open year-round?
No, most hotels open between April and October. Only a few properties, mainly in Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte, stay open year-round. Thermal hotels in Lacco Ameno and Casamicciola tend to close between November and March. Anyone planning a winter stay must check the chosen property's opening dates in advance. In the low season, the selection shrinks, but prices drop significantly, and the island is much quieter.
Are there luxury resorts in Ischia?
Yes, Ischia has a selection of upscale hotels, mainly in Lacco Ameno and the Ischia Porto area. Among the best known are Mezzatorre Hotel & Thermal Spa, overlooking a private bay within a 16th-century watchtower, and Albergo della Regina Isabella in Lacco Ameno, home to the Michelin-starred Indaco restaurant. These properties combine private thermal pools, reserved beaches, and high-end services. Peak season rates start at €250–€350 per person per night with half board.
How does transport between the port and hotels work in Ischia?
Many hotels in Ischia offer a shuttle service from the port on arrival and departure, especially properties not easily reachable on foot. It is always worth checking whether this service is included or charged separately, and booking it in advance with your ferry time. Alternatively, taxis are available outside the port with fixed rates to the main destinations. For those who want independence during their stay, renting a scooter right on arrival is often the most practical solution.
Are there hotels in Ischia accessible for people with disabilities?
Some properties in Ischia have accessible rooms and services for guests with mobility disabilities. Before booking, it is essential to contact the hotel directly to ask about ground-floor or elevator-accessible rooms, adapted bathrooms, entrance ramps, and any specific services available. The choice of area also matters: Ischia Porto and the Casamicciola waterfront are among the flattest parts of the island and therefore more manageable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
What is there to do in Ischia in winter?
The island does not shut down entirely. Aragonese Castle is open year-round, the trails up Mount Epomeo are quiet and easy to enjoy, and Baia di Sorgeto in Forio offers thermal pool bathing in the open sea even in December, an experience that is simply impossible to have with that kind of peace in summer. Hotels with in-house thermal pools that stay open in the low season round out the picture. Keep in mind that many restaurants, shops, and thermal parks close from November: the island slows down, but for those who want quiet, that is exactly the point.