Hotel Il Timone

Hotels
7.6 (104 reviews)
Via Dei Tamerici s.n. Lido Specchiolla , Specchiolla , IT

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent seaside location and views
Very friendly, helpful staff/manager
Good value for money
Reserved parking available
Sunbeds/terrace and direct water access
On-site restaurant with honest prices
Clean rooms and daily housekeeping
Convenient for sightseeing and ferry access
Cons:
Rooms are dated/vintage and lack modern finishes
Hard or uncomfortable mattresses
Some rooms are small and shower cabins very small
No elevator (stairs)
Breakfast can be monotonous or occasionally understocked
Rocky beach rather than sandy in front of hotel
Some rooms lack charm or feel like basic accommodation

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Multiple guests mention daily cleaning and that the property is kept clean ('ben pulita', 'clean properly'), indicating generally good cleanliness despite the building being older.
Service
9.3
Staff and manager are repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and welcoming ('personale gentile', 'very helpful and friendly', 'like family'), a consistent positive across reviews.
Location
9.2
Strong consensus on excellent location by the sea, good views and direct water access; also convenient for sightseeing and ferry/parking access.
Room Quality
5.5
Several guests report dated, small rooms, hard/uneven mattresses and small showers; overall the accommodation feels vintage and in need of updating.
Amenities
7.2
On-site restaurant, terrace, reserved parking and included sunbeds are positives; beach is rocky and some facilities are basic, so amenities are satisfactory but not premium.
Value for Money
8.2
Many reviews explicitly praise good price-to-quality ratio and sensible pricing, making the hotel good value for those prioritizing location and service over modern rooms.
Food and Beverage
5.1
Mixed feedback: some guests praise the hotel restaurant and generous breakfasts, while others find breakfasts monotonous or occasionally short-staffed/stock-lacking, leading to an overall below-average score.
Overall Experience
8
Overall pleasant stays reported (relaxing week, returning guests, family feel) tempered by the hotel's age and dated rooms; generally positive experience for the price and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 17:23

Property Description

Prime Location and Amenities
Hotel Il Timone, located just 200 metres from Spiaggia di Specchiolla, offers a serene getaway with a garden, terrace, and on-site restaurant.

Comfortable Rooms and Entertainment
Indulge in air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private balconies, and flat-screen TVs. Unwind with a game of table tennis or explore the area's cycling routes.

Multilingual Assistance and Nearby Attractions
Benefit from the 24-hour front desk staff fluent in multiple languages. Discover nearby beaches like Morgicchio Beach and Spiaggia di Pantanagianni Grande.

Book now to experience a delightful stay at Hotel Il Timone in Specchiolla.

Important information:

Please note that the restaurant is open everyday in summer, while in winter it is open only on request.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 104 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 5.1
Overall Experience: 8
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Alona • family_with_children • pl
10
Pros:

Квартира поруч з морем, близько є зупинка автобусна ,в середині є все необхідне для проживання . Дуже привітний господар

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria Agnese • family_with_children • it
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Bernard • couple • fr
5
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Wojciech • couple • pl
8
Dobra baza wypadowa na zwiedzanie Apulii
Pros:

Byliśmy tu przez tydzień by zwiedzić intensywnie Apulię. Wygodny parking. Bardzo przystępna cena, przy której można zaakceptować drobne niedogodności.

Cons:

Jak dla mnie materac był bardzo niewygodny - nierówny i twardy, ale to może tylko subiektywne odczucie. Śniadania monotonne. Kelnerzy przechodząc zerkali czy czegoś nie brakuje, ale niezbyt uważnie i czasem nie było niektórych pozycji - na przykład przechodząc kilka razy nie zauważono braku pieczywa. To drobne uwagi, które jednak nie dyskredytują tego miejsca biorąc pod uwagę relację ceny do jakoci.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
7
Basic accommodation at a sensible price
Pros:

Easy location from Brindisi ferry. The manager was very helpful and friendly. Good value for the price

Cons:

The bed was hard and uncomfortable

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Ornella • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jaroslaw • family_with_children • pl
9
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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LaurentHiquebrant • couple • be
8
Séjour agréable
Pros:

Hôtel à dimension familiale ,personnel sympathique, bon petit-déjeuner. La chambre était nettoyée tout les jours. L'hôtel est situé en bord de mer, avec une jolie vue sur celle-ci. Ce n'est pas une plage de sable mais des rochers. Il est néanmoins facile de se baigner car il y a des escaliers qui descendent directement dans l'eau. Un belle terrasse équipée de transats est à disposition. Nous avons mangé 2 fois au restaurant de l'hôtel qui propose un menu. Le rapport qualité-prix était très correct. En bref nous y avons passé une belle semaine.

Cons:

L'hôtel mériterait un rafraichissement.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Robert G. Dostumo • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

stuff person was like family
clean properly
nice location
breakfast like for the king
am going back for sure

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Georges • couple • fr
6
Parfait pour un arrêt d’un jour ou deux
Pros:

Le calme et le bord de mer

Cons:

L’hôtel est resté dans son jeu, c’est-à-dire au moins 30 ans, la douche est vraiment trop petite…. Et il n’y a pas d’ascenseur.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jean-louis • solo_traveller • fr
2
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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van Gerven • couple • no
8
Pros:

Parkeren op eigen terrein. Lekker ontbijt, klein buffet. Zit aan zee en ligbedjes zijn inclusief bij de accommodatie. Alleen is het een rotsachtig strandje. Een stukje verder is wel een mooi zandstrand.

Cons:

Kamer was klein en erg gedateerd.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Bufano • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

personale gentile, sembrava di stare a casa. Ottimo ristorante con prezzi onesti. Struttura un po' Vintage ma ben pulita

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • solo_traveller • it
10
Hotel semplice e carino. Ottimo ristorante ed uno staff simpaticissimo
Pros:

Posizione Top

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Daliluche • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Proximité avec la plage. Rapport qualité prix très bon

Cons:

La literie

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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RYSZARD • couple • pl
7
Pros:

No cóż lata świetności ma za sobą, ale na szybki nocleg ok, ciekawa lokalizacja przy morzu.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • fr
4
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • fr
5
Bof
Cons:

Les chambres sans charme qui rappelle les colonies de vacances

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Davide • couple • it
8
Località ideale per raggiungere Torre Guaceto e Ostuni.
Pros:

La posizione eccezionale vista mare, il personale gentile e disponibile, i lettini e gli ombrelloni comodi e gratuiti.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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sandrine • couple • fr
5
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee