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[post_content] => The Aragonese Castle, the most impressive historical monument of Ischia, stands on a mass of volcanic rock connected to the island by a causeway.A castle has stood on this spot since 1438, overlooking the quaint harbor below and the expanse of sea beyond. An elevator connects the entrance to the top of the castle (80 meters above sea level).A small chic hotel is housed here, as well as four independent apartments, each with a spectacular view, and each with its own independent entrance through an ancient courtyard.
Ischia rises up out of the Bay of Naples, reaching 789 meters above sea level at its highest point, the summit of the extinguished volcano Mount Epomeo. Thermal springs and lovely beaches have made Ischia a favorite vacation spot since Roman times; even earlier, the Greeks had woven the island into their mythology; Ischia is said to be the island under which Zeus confined Typhoeus, one of the "old gods" whom he cast out of heaven.
The apartments have been recently renovated by the owner, the son of a famous artist whose paintings grace the apartment walls. All of the apartments have windows and outdoor spaces with unforgettable views. Guests are welcome to enjoy many services from the adjacent hotel, including porter and concierge services, computer with high speed internet access, and lovely terrace dining.
The hotel concierge can give invaluable help — booking ferries to nearby Capri or Naples, renting cars or scooters, as well as information about Ischia's attractions. Parking is a problem on the island, but frequent buses as well as taxi service makes it easy to get around without a car.
Arriving ferries dock at Ischia Porto, the island's main town. Its colorful harbor is filled with shops and restaurants and stretches eastward to the smaller village of Ischia Ponte, where the causeway leading to the Castello is located. Ischia's spas and picturesque beaches are some of its most popular draws. Relax in a thermal bath, Take a boat trip around the island. Visit vineyards and gardens. Explore the island on foot. Archaeological treasures can be found in the museum at Villa Arbusto and the site at Santa Restituta. And of course, visit Capri, Positano, Pompeii, Naples, Herculaneum, and Paestum.
With the hotel, the entire Castello can sleep 40 and is an unforgettable setting for weddings and other events. The Apartments offer a unique vacation opportunity for a honeymoon, or any occasion at all.
Altana Apartment sleeps 4 pax
New beautiful air conditioned Altana unit for 4 pax; 2 large bedrooms, 2 large bathrooms with shower, 2 terraces, spacious living room (no kitchen).
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[post_content] => Discover a Unique Experience on the Enchanting Ischia Island. Aragon Castle, perched on a rocky islet linked to Ischia by a 220-meter stone bridge, offers a truly magical experience. The castle features four independent apartments elevated above the sea, connected to Ischia by a scenic causeway. Accommodating 2 to 14 guests across four distinct units.
Canonica Maggiore offers comfortable accommodation for 2 guests, featuring a bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchenette. The unit is equipped with air conditioning for added comfort.
Accessed through a nice courtyard, Canonica Maggiore has a renovated kitchenette with a four-burner stove, basin, fridge, and dishwasher. The spacious double bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Guests can enjoy stunning views over the bay from the French door/window in the bedroom, as well as from a small balcony.
Nestled within the castle walls are churches, courtyards, antique archways, terraces, gardens, and arcades, all offering breathtaking vistas of the sea, the peninsula, the harbor of Ischia, and the expansive horizon beyond. This exceptional location is home to four holiday apartments and a small hotel.
A lift conveniently connects the Aragonese Castle entrance to the pinnacle, approximately 80 meters above sea level, where the apartments are situated. Each apartment enjoys its own independent entrance via an ancient courtyard.
Recently refurbished by the owner, the son of a renowned artist whose paintings adorn the walls, these units feature windows and outdoor spaces boasting unforgettable views. Apartment guests have access to numerous hotel services provided by the adjacent establishment, including porter and concierge services, as well as dining on the hotel terrace.
Please Note: While Canonica Minore provides a cozy haven for two, it may not be suitable for individuals with mobility issues. Additionally, the castle's elevated position above the water may require supervision for children.
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[post_content] => Discover a Unique Experience on the Enchanting Ischia Island. Aragon Castle, perched on a rocky islet linked to Ischia by a 220-meter stone bridge, offers a truly magical experience. The castle features four independent apartments elevated above the sea, connected to Ischia by a scenic causeway. Accommodating 2 to 14 guests across four distinct units, each comes with air conditioning for added comfort.
Presenting Canonica Minore, an intimate retreat designed for 2 guests. This charming unit features a living room with a double bed and a fitted kitchen discreetly nestled in a niche, along with a bathroom equipped with a shower. Additionally, guests can enjoy a panoramic balcony overlooking the stunning surroundings. This unit is now equipped with air conditioning for added comfort.
Nestled within the castle walls are churches, courtyards, antique archways, terraces, gardens, and arcades, all offering breathtaking vistas of the sea, the peninsula, the harbor of Ischia, and the expansive horizon beyond. This exceptional location is home to four holiday apartments and a small hotel.
A lift conveniently connects the Aragonese Castle entrance to the pinnacle, approximately 80 meters above sea level, where the apartments are situated. Each apartment enjoys its own independent entrance via an ancient courtyard.
Recently refurbished by the owner, the son of a renowned artist whose paintings adorn the walls, these units feature windows and outdoor spaces boasting unforgettable views. Apartment guests have access to numerous hotel services provided by the adjacent establishment, including porter and concierge services, as well as dining on the hotel terrace.
Please Note: While Canonica Minore provides a cozy haven for two, it may not be suitable for individuals with mobility issues. Additionally, the castle's elevated position above the water may require supervision for children.
About the Island
The typically Mediterranean climate of Ischia is dry and warm, with temperatures sometimes reaching 35° during the months of July and August. Dominated by Mount Epomeo (789 mt.asl), the island is scattered with many other hilly features, often separated by valleys and gullies that create a suggestive and sinuous landscape and is enriched with both chestnut and oak woods and low vegetation. The island’s circumnavigation is about 39 km. The island is famous for its spa waters and hot springs.
Ischia’s spa mineral water is obtained from underground tanks which collect the rain waters. The natural rain-fall seeps into earth and collects in tanks which are warmed from hot springs lying in the depths of the ground. Water turns into steam and rises to the surface where more tanks are thus warmed, creating what is known as thermo-mineral water. The temperature of these mineral waters can go from 15C° and 86C°, therefore cold to isothermal and thermal to hyperthermal.
Things to do
First time visitors to the castle, please be reminded you will be living in a museum where other visitors during the day are allowed to enter only if they buy a ticket !
Boat trip around the island with a skipper
A boat trip including fishing and cooking your catch!
A visit to the Spadara Vineyards and the Pararazzo Wines of Ischia cellars, including wine-tasting.
Guided country walks, to discover the most ancient dwellings on the island. A guided tour of the La Morterlla Gardens.
A guided visit to the Archeological Museum at Villa Arbusto.
A guided visit to the archeological site at Santa Restituta and of course visit Capri,Positano,Pompei Naples, Procida, Herculaneum, Paestum,the Vesuvio
Tip: The hot baths at Negombo, in the Bay of S. Montano, near Lacco Ameno in the north-west of the island, are particularly chic: the facilities are well cared for and there are many different pools, as well as an attractive bay, surrounded by almost African flora, with palm trees and a wealth of flowering trees and bushes (opened from April to October)The hot baths, appreciated by the Romans, explain why the Ischian coast is so popular with visitors from all over the world. Last but not least: the hot springs explain the special climate on the island – they provide mild weather all year round.
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