To be able to sit on the balcony of your room and look across the Bay of Naples to Mount Vesuvius is an obvious joy. To wake up with that same view and wander to the terrace for a fantastic breakfast makes for an experience that is hard to top. We stayed for three nights in Villa Mariagiovanna and it was an absolute pleasure from beginning to end. Our room was spacious and comfortable, Julia and Maria were delightful excellent hosts and of course the location was spectacular. A walk down the hill to Seiano brought us to a restaurant that was fancy, cheap, friendly, large and lively. A rare combination that added to the joy. We would highly recommend this place.

We travelled by public transport so walking along the roads were challenging at first but you did get used to it.

The hosts were amazing and so accommodating , would absolutely stay here again. The view was unreal.

While completely out of the hosts control, the EAV bus system we used was unreliable, but as there’s parking available I would recommend driving if possible. If you do have to bus the one to Vico Equense is reasonably on time usually but don’t bother waiting for buses to the hotel along the route, train to the Vico hub and bus from there.

The villas were exquisite. Each of the separate units were unique from the other, having been renovated from a very old stone castle type building. She modernized the rooms keeping the original roof lines and arches. The whole château was on the side of a mountain overlooking Mt. Vesuvius across the Bay of Naples. What a glorious experience it was to stay there and meet the woman that had the dream to create this unique place to stay. She made a delicious Italian style breakfast served at a time that good for us. She would also prepare dinners with ingredients from her private garden. Meals were served under a jasmine vine covered trellis with a clear 180 degree tranquil view.

It was perfect.

Owner was lovely, little to no english but super friendly and welcoming. Breakfasts were lovely and the view from the villa was like no other!

Location isnt the greatest if you are travelling without a car, and the bus timetables dont seem to be accurate. We hired a scooter which was a great idea, even to get to train stations.

The breakfast was simple typical Italian, coffee croissant jam juice. Proprietor is very friendly but speaks no English. Her daughter will translate via WhatsApp. Location and views are spectacular.

I did not have a car and walked the 1.8 km road from small rail station Saiano. I do not recommend this, the traffic is busy and in places no proper sidewalk. You really should have a car to stay here.

Amazing view, clean and very well maintained property and the hosts are the best Franco, Julia, Vincenzo and the most special Julia’s mom. We had a very good time and feel at home. 11 out of 10 points for us.

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Property was spacious for two people. Breakfast each morning was lovely and great sea view.

Have to pay for parking in the garden. Breakfast was quite early between 8-9 am each morning.

room was clean, staff (Mariagiovanna and her family) was so friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was a perfect amount, rides were provided, the view was stunning!! would definitely recommend and would stay here again!

This was a very relaxing venue after a busy week in Rome. The hosts were very accommodating on arrival to make us feel at home.

This family-owned B&B was run by the kindest, most helpful people. They offered services such as taxi services and tours.

Relying on others for transportation- You really need your own transportation to come and go as you please.