Festora Glamping

When you arrive at Baia Bella, it’s common knowledge that, once you’ve parked your car, you turn right and find this endless expanse of pine forest overlooking the sea. I never would have thought that, starting this year, the left side might also catch my attention. Why? A state-of-the-art glamping site has opened.

Once you pass through the … gate, you enter a pine forest very similar to the one on the right. Except that here you’ll find the reception area, a bar, a restaurant, and—most importantly—their real crowning glory: the various types of accommodations. They range from the smallest to the medium-sized, all the way up to the largest. Some are made of wood, others are constructed with technical materials similar to those used in camping tents, and still others have completely different features. All of them, it seems, are equipped with air conditioning. And each one is more beautiful than the last.

Imagine waking up every morning and seeing the sea first thing. Literally right in front of you, all the time, waiting for you at any hour of the day. Travel time? Less than a second.

And for those who aren’t fans of saltwater—or of feeling salty when you come back from a swim—there’s a beautiful pool with an attached spa, sauna, and massage services, to end the day on the highest note.

I’m sorry to be writing this review only at the end of the season, but use it as a reference for next summer. As they say: you shouldn’t wait that long. After all, here in the South, the nice weather starts as early as April or May.

Keep an eye on Booking and get your wallet ready. The rest is pure pleasure. Read more Show less

We spent 7 nights at this property.
No complaints about the location—it’s a wonderful place with beautiful cottages—but unfortunately, a few things need to be said about the services.
We arrived on Sunday, and the timing allowed us to make a reservation for dinner, which—based on how it was advertised on social media—made us eager to try … it... but the service fell short; the wait times were very long, and after 30 minutes, no one had brought us water or bread to tide us over while we waited. When I asked if we could have some still water, I was even told that we had to wait for the waitress who was taking orders. Breakfast, served just one hour before closing time, was lackluster, but I think this was because the staff was overwhelmed. On two occasions we asked for coffee and cappuccino, but we only received them once; the second time, after asking for the third time, we left.
The property is described as an oasis of relaxation, a place to unwind, surrounded by nature… That’s partly true, but the reality is that since they welcome families with small children, you end up hearing constant noise even during quiet hours.
We were offered complimentary access to the pool, and the staff explained the entry times and the €25 surcharge for the Sensora Spa… The result was that we constantly saw children diving into the pool.
Obviously, regarding what I mentioned above, I’m not blaming the children or the facilities—the fault lies with the parents—but I found little attention to detail and a lack of staff presence to enforce certain rules.
If the facility is marketed as an oasis of relaxation, it needs to live up to what it promises and charges for—otherwise, it’s all talk and no action.
They really need to step up their game to significantly improve the services. Read more Show less

The location and rooms were perfect—no complaints there. The front desk staff, however, was very rude and, on many occasions, ill-prepared. If you want to create a resort-style atmosphere, the staff needs to be up to the task—not just thrown together at the last minute. Too bad.

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We stayed for a week in August and will return as soon as possible; it’s the perfect place to recharge, enjoy the beach, the excellent food, and the pleasant atmosphere between the sea and the pine forest. A special thanks to the owner, Antonella—a kind and helpful person. We hope it becomes “adults only” in the future because that would be perfect.

A truly wonderful discovery! If you’re looking for a place where nature meets great food, this restaurant inside the glamping site is simply a must-visit.
We had an amazing meal: every dish highlights the authentic flavors of the region with a truly remarkable touch of creativity.
The quality of the ingredients is excellent, and you can … taste it in every single bite.
A special thanks goes to our server, Giorgio, who pampered us all evening with his infectious charm, putting us at ease right away.
Kudos also to the owners, Ciro and Antonella, who run this little slice of paradise with passion and exceptional care, making every guest feel special and right at home. Read more Show less