La Posta Vecchia Hotel

Arriving at La Posta Vecchia, with the view out to the sea through the billowing curtains of an elegant villa with mature gardens and Roman ruins sets the tone for an unforgettable stay. The staff could not have been more welcoming or thoughtful. The decor is chic, the food outstanding, and the view over the sea and Castello Odescalchi is mesmerising. The team clearly love their work and are passionate about hospitality. A place to come back to again and again.

We've enjoyed other Pellicano Group Hotels (Mezzatorre / Il Pellicano), and wanted to stay outside of Rome before our flight home, so this place felt perfect. Unfortunately, the multiple screaming and comically ill behaved children throughout our quick stay completely tainted the experience. I don't understand how the Pellicano Group, which on paper are the best of the best hotels in Italy, do not impose an age limit, or at the barest minimum, tranquility standards that are enforced. The staff seemed fully aware of the noise and the disruptions to other guests, especially coming from the indoor pool as it was impossible to escape anywhere on the terrace, but they did not approach the parents. We got a small break when the pool closed, but while enjoying our dinner on the terrace, one child ran through with his shirt off looking for his parents that had decided to eat without him, and yet nothing but shrugs from the staff. I'm not sure if this is the same child that we heard while we were trying to sleep later that night, but needless to say we didn't sleep, and most likely won't return unless noise standards are imposed.

We have now stayed at Posta Vecchia three times - twice in the past two weeks. It is the perfect spot to stay when flying in and out of Rome FCO airport...only 30 minutes. And if you want to run into the city (we did), they can arrange a driver. It's a relatively small yet regal property. It feels wholly authentic (there's even a museum in the basement. We've stayed in the Olive Suite, Tower Room (attic level) and the Duke's Room. Honestly, they have all been lovely. There are so many great spots to sit and perch around the property, I didn't find us in our room all that much. Great sunning terrace overlooking the sea adjacent to the indoor pool. They also set up a beach area during the summer. Restaurant was great for dinner and a treat at breakfast. The service is quiet but great. When I saw their new tennis court, I asked the concierge to boom me a session and they found me a trainer for the next day - good lesson too! Our last night, we were exhausted and asked they served us dinner in the library, which they did and it was fabulous and relaxing. Francesco in the bar makes a mean negroni.

Time has stopped as soon as you enter La posta vecchia ! A gem of beauty, luxury and history. You can enjoy the beautiful pool and visit a museum inside the house. The food was outstanding and the chef was able to create special dishes for us as we eat Kosher. Can’t wait to be back

Incredible food and service in a beautiful hotel which is just 40 minutes from Rome airport. Although most guests seem to be only there for a few days (on the way home) the ambiance and service is that of a first class hotel which expects its guests to be there for weeks. We can't wait to return, as it is the perfect way to end a trip to Italy.