Villa Princi

The host made it feel like I was staying at a friend’s place, with helpful dining suggestions, tips on where to find good olive oil, and nice pastries. She could also provide eggs if requested. Breakfast suited me perfectly. For almost two weeks, Villa Princi was a peaceful, clean, comfortable base for exploring Calabria and Sicily. I even spent my first five days driving around Sicily. It was easy to get around, and the room had everything I needed for sleeping, showering, and breakfast. I spent my days chasing pasta, wine, peppers, and granita around the region. Scilla was my favorite, just 20 minutes away, and Reggio was also 20 minutes away. I couldn’t have picked a better place and would stay again without hesitation, and probably will.

Princi itself is a nice place, with a great terrace and lovely views from the rooms. We walked there from the ferry in 20 minutes, through streets full of garbage and a dead cat that seemed to have been left baking in the sun for days. It’s the best accommodation in a town with absolutely no charm.

I was passing through on my way to Sicily and stayed a night. The owner kindly offered me a beautiful annex, and the breakfast was five-star. It’s very close to the port, so I’ll probably make it my regular stop on future trips. Thank you so much.

This beautiful villa has a view over the strait and sits in a quiet area, while still making it easy to reach all the local places. The staff were wonderful and the rooms welcoming. Great value for the price. If you’re looking to relax, this is the place.