A luxurious day in Porto-Vecchio

Published on July 7, 2024 at 4:00 pm

The seaside star of southern Corsica, Porto-Vecchio knows how to pamper its visitors! Corsica's most fashionable seaside resort has a wide choice of top-of-the-range accommodation. Its restaurants even rank among the best on the island. Activities such as golf cater for the most demanding tourists! So get dressed up and discover a few addresses where refinement and luxury are one and the same.

Santa Giulia beach south of Porto-Vecchio luxury homes and hotels in the pine forest

Summary

5-star brunch
Taking to the sea...
It's going to be golfing!
Where to stay in a luxury hotel near Porto-Vecchio?
Practical information

5-star brunch

After a lie-in in a luxury hotel, look no further thanPorto-Vecchio for an exceptional brunch at one of its renowned restaurants.

To treat yourself to an exceptional brunch, head for the restaurant at the Hôtel Mariosa on the road leading to Palombaggia, right on the beach. Your brunch can begin and the festival begins between savoury and sweet dishes... Gourmet buffets are available for a rare moment.

Note that the prices are commensurate with the standing... This fine address is open in season, from April to September.

Taking to the sea...

Or why not hire a boat from the port of Porto-Vecchio? Whether you choose a RIB with compulsory boating licence or a crewed yacht charter, your experience will be a memorable one...

⛵ Hire a boat to discover Porto-Vecchio

Charter a boat in Porto Vecchio and explore the Corsican coastline!

From

£60 / day

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It's going to be golfing!

Then it's on to the Porto-Vecchio golf course. The Golf Club de Lezza is located to the south of Porto-Vecchio, on the T10 road towards Bonifacio. This 11-hectare golf course has a restaurant open in season and organises regular events.

For lunch or an unforgettable dinner, the restaurant at the Casa del Mar hotel is a dream address. The journey begins as soon as you settle in, in this uncluttered room with a breathtaking view of the sea... Then you can marvel at the dishes and specialities from the sea. Italy and Corsica take pride of place in this remarkable gastronomic experience.

Bateaux au mouillage sur le littoral de Porto-Vecchio

Where to stay in a luxury hotel near Porto-Vecchio?

⭐ Hotel Lodges Moby Dick & Spa is an upmarket 4* club hotel. The establishment enjoys an extraordinary location on the wonderful beach of Santa Giulia. The air-conditioned rooms all have a private terrace. Modern comforts are everywhere, from your flat-screen TV to your spacious en suite bathroom.

Lodges Moby Dick & Spa also boasts a beautiful swimming pool and private parking.

Moby Dick 4* Hotel & Lodges

Set on a sandy beach with parasols and sun loungers, Hotel Moby Dick offers luxurious rooms with sea or lake views. It features a restaurant with panoramic sea views.

From

£318

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Practical information

⏰ When to come and enjoy the activity and luxury of Porto-Vecchio?

Porto-Vecchio is at its busiest from the end of June to the beginning of September, with a peak between mid-July and mid-August. The rest of the year, the atmosphere is quieter. In the depths of winter, Porto-Vecchio is particularly quiet and many service providers are closed.

🚌 How do I get to the town centre and marina in Porto-Vecchio?

From the Ville Haute simply follow the D359 road. Arriving from the south of the town, you need to take the D768 road and the D368 road. Bear in mind that you can reach the marina by bus. Luckily, the town's bus station is just a stone's throw from the port of Porto-Vecchio.

Boats in Porto-Vecchio harbour

Finally, there is an electric shuttle bus, which is completely free of charge. With the typically Corsican name of "A Citadina", the network connects the town centre, the port and all the major car parks in the town all year round. In summer, from June to August, the shuttle runs every 15 minutes. Services run every day from 8.10am to 11.30pm. In low season, the shuttle runs every 20 minutes. The service also runs every day from 8.10am to 7.30pm, although on Sundays the service is reduced. Operating hours are therefore limited to 08:10 to 13:30.

For addresses further away from the city centre, the easiest way to get there is with your own vehicle.

🚗 Where can I park near Porto-Vecchio's popular areas?

Car parks near the Porto-Vecchio marina are subject to a charge. You'll find several car parks around the marina. The private structures listed above all have private car parks (sometimes subject to a charge).

by Editorial Team

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