The castle of Mezzatorre has an ancient and fascinating history. The name “Mezzatorre” derives from the presence of an ancient watch tower remained unfinished (from here “Mezza”) and built between the sixteenth and seventeenth century by the Aragonese as a watchtower. It was enlarged in the eighteenth century by the dukes of Rancidello. In the thirties, the tower was used as a pension until one of the owners was Luigi Patalano, a distinguished scholar, politician and poet. Founder of political and cultural magazines, he transformed the tower into an active cultural cenacle. Patalano also built “La Colombaia” in the same park as Mezzatorre, just a short walk from the hotel. After being owned by Baron Fassini, an educated aristocrat, elegant and lover of good life, the beautiful villa was bought in the 50s by Luchino Visconti, the eclectic Italian movie director, who brought an atmosphere of fruitful culture to the island.
Ischia has always been attractive for its wild beauty, healing thermal springs and excellent vineyard. A 17-squaremile island of parched tufa and bougainvillea, also commonly known as Isola Verde for its extremely fertile soils. Just off the Amalfi coast, Ischia is Capri’s more mysterious and eclectic sister, one of Italy’s best kept secrets. Proudly dominating the seascape from a rocky promontory, the Mezzatorre Hotel overlooks sparkling Bay of Naples, the island of Capri and the sea on the horizon. Located near Forio d’Ischia, the hotel is secluded in the midst of a thick Mediterranean maquis and just a few minutes from San Montano Bay, where in 750 b.c. the Greeks landed and founded the first colony of Magna Grecia, and the small village of Lacco Ameno, to stroll along the seafront or sip a coffee at a bar in the square. The strategic location of Ischia, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, makes Mezzatorre the perfect private “harbour” to discover the bay’s beauty through island hopping, crossing the sea by series of shorter journeys between islands like Procida and Capri.
The Mezzatorre welcomes guests in a stunning setting without equal. The 57 rooms and suites are located either in the old tower and the cottages, set in a large park of 7 hectares, surrounded by the Mediterranean maquis and overlooking the sea. Sleeping at the Mezzatorre is a dream.
The rooms are located inside the cottages, surrounded by the Mediterranean maquis. They are connected to the Tower by shady paths.
The Single rooms are located in the Tower and in one of the cottages. They offer a French bed.
Located in the tower and the cottages, these rooms offer a partial sea view thanks to wide windows, small terraces and balconies.
The Double Deluxe rooms are located in the tower and the cottages. They offer a breathtaking view over the San Montano Bay.
The Junior Suites rise in the ancient tower, offering stunning views over the hotel’s bay and the pool. All the Junior Suites have a bedroom and a separate living room.
Located either in the ancient Tower or in the cottages, the Deluxe Suites offer stunning views over San Montano Bay. The Deluxe Suites offer a bedroom and an open living room with a sofa bed.s
A panoramic suite located in one of the highest floors of the ancient tower. A large terrace, equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, offers a unique view over the San Montano Bay and Gulf of Naples.
A 80sqm spacious suite located in the ancient tower. A large terrace of 120sqm offer a breathtaking view over the Tyrrhenian sea.
A 140sqm spacious cottage located in the parkwhich promises total privacy and a close contact with nature. The ground floor hosts the living room and 2 bedrooms with private bathrooms. Stairs lead to an open loft with 2 additional single beds. The Suite has a large outdoor terrace that leads to the private bay and the swimming pool.
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SEASONAL CLOSURE 2019: Oct 14-Apr 17
