Pietra Bianca Hotel

Top service.

The pool and breakfast were the hotel’s best features, and its arrangements with some restaurants were excellent. We stayed two nights. It’s a bit of a walk to the beach, and there aren’t many parking spaces on site. Our room smelled of sewage, was somewhat dusty, and had cobwebs, though it was okay overall. Soundproofing was only so-so; I could hear the man in the next room snoring! P.S. Please provide hair conditioner.

I found the service efficient, though a little cold, and the hotel has several issues in my opinion. It’s on the outskirts of Marcelli and getting there involves a confusing tangle of roads and alleys, so a GPS is needed. They required full payment upfront at a very high price, along with several extra documents. Usually a credit card number is enough, with payment at departure. Even for a coffee, guests have to sign a receipt; the room number isn’t sufficient. The parking area is just a narrow corridor with very few spots, and it’s hard to get out if you’re parked nose-in. There’s no indoor lounge to sit in and read or chat, and no elevator, which is quite unusual. My room was another problem: tiny, without even one armchair, so two people could barely move around. Black iron bars rise from the ceiling at the bed corners, for some reason, making it feel like a kind of cell. There was a large terrace, but it partly faced the neighboring building’s facade. Breakfast was also spartan, without the variety or imagination that seem essential these days. The real jewel is the sumptuous, brand-new pool, with different depths, umbrellas, loungers, and awnings around it. You can spend all day relaxing, reading, looking across the green stretch toward the forest, and taking frequent dips. The water isn’t crowded.

Ideal for couples or families, with a fair price for what’s offered and a great base for visiting Numana, Sirolo, and Marcelli. We had a fantastic two-night stay, thanks in part to the welcoming staff who were always available. Our room was modern and very clean, and the pool was comfortable and equipped with everything you might need. We’ll definitely be back.