- Italy’s hidden gem, the Green Island of Ischia
- Exclusive adults-only Mediterranean resort
- Legendary natural thermal springs
Botania Resort & Spa, located on the Italian island of Ischia, is a five star resort that caters to children aged 12 and over.
Botania Resort & Spa sprawls across three hectares of lush Mediterranean garden that are teeming with tropical flowers, ancient olive trees, and aromatic herbs. You will find the space utterly inviting with its comfortable blend of Mediterranean and colonial-style furnishings. Wonderfully authentic, Botania Resort & Spa offers 52 rooms and suites spread across ten Mediterranean-style white-washed villas that all feature a terrace or balcony. The suites also boast a private outdoor mini-Jacuzzi.
There’s a generously sized outdoor swimming pool that’s fed by a natural spring to ensure a warm dip. Bathe in the glint of Ischia’s hot sun with a cool cocktail ordered from the bar just a few steps away. The resort’s spa features an indoor pool, sauna and a gym, and there are therapists on hand to provide you with massages and spa treatments made with locally sourced products.
Gentle jazz and classical music will twinkle out from the piano as you enjoy a drink in La Grotta, the resort’s American bar, which is situated indoors in a natural cave. Botania Relais & Spa’s restaurant, Il Corbezzolo, offers local gastronomy utilising vegetables sourced from the resort’s own organic kitchen garden, and local producers. Romance away the night with a typical Mediterranean feast underneath the stars as you dine al fresco.
If ever you feel like venturing out then there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy close by, including the white sands of San Montano Bay, and the seaside town of Lacco Ameno. Away from the island’s hustle and bustle you can hike the hinterland or explore old monasteries and churches.
The Botania Resort & Spa also boasts a Greek amphitheatre that overlooks the resort and occasionally showcases a complimentary musical performance.
Your stay at Botania Resort & Spa will create the ideal base for your holiday in Ischia.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Il Corbezzolo
Il Corbezzolo restaurant is located by the pool, when the weather is warm, breakfast and dinner can be enjoyed on the outdoor terrace. Most of the fresh ingredrients are from the hotel's gardens or from local producers.
The dress code is smart casual and dinner is included for half board guests.
Il Mirto
Il Mirto is the hotel's vegetarian restaurant and the first dedicated vegetarian restaurant on the Island. Dishes are prepared using local fresh vegetables and produce. Healthy food is the heart of the menu to ensure well-being for the body and mind.
Iris Bar
Located by the pool, the Iris bar is open during the day and evening to enjoy a refreshing drink or light snack poolside.
La Grotta
Enjoy a drink in the natural cave bar, La Grotta. This is a unique place to enjoy a glass of wine and try the delicious appetisers that are on offer. The perfect place for an aperitivo or an after dinner cocktail.
Spa & Wellness
Botania Spa
The SPA is the ideal place to take care of your psycho-physical well-being. Individual treatments are available and discover the magical effects of the Ischian waters combined with the steam baths in the natural cave.
Fitness
The fitness area of Botania Relais & Spa is equipped with 2 modern Technogym treadmills, synchro machines and stationary bikes.
Yoga
In the splendid natural setting of the Botania Relais & Spa's park, surrounded by so much beauty and breathing the intoxicating scent of the trees, you will feel the stress moving away and your body.
The programme includes 4 weekly sessions of Hatha Yoga and group relaxation:
The sessions are held outdoors but, in the event of bad weather, they will be held in another place indoors.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 am to 9:15 am
About the location
Ischia is a beautiful Italian island located just across from the coast of Naples. Shrouded in legend, Ischia is renowned for its thermal springs that are said to have healing properties.
With lush green parks and stunning panoramas at every turn, you’ll understand why Ischia is known as the Green Island, making it an ideal retreat for your Italian island holiday.
Along the western coast of Ischia is where you will find Botania Resort & Spa, a 15 minute drive from the town of Forio.
Exuding elegance and Mediterranean character, this sprawling property is conveniently located. With a short ten minute walk down some steps you will find yourself in the seaside town of Lacco Ameno, which has a charming harbour dotted with restaurants and shops, luxury spas, and Greek ruins.
Ischia’s thermal springs can be enjoyed in public baths, but can easily be found naturally trickling away across the island’s beautiful landscapes.
Head to Negombo Thermal Park, tucked away in San Montano Bay and just 350 metres from Botania Resort & Spa, where you can unwind on white sands in a tropical setting and benefit from the thermal springs. Or visit the Poseidon Gardens, officially Europe’s largest thermal springs park.
With a fresh ocean breeze never far away, Ischia is encircled by sandy beaches, with sweeping forested mountains and the dormant Ischia Volcano in its midst. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can take the 16 mile round hike to Mount Epomeo, the island’s highest mountain.
Located at the other side of the island is the natural rock spa of Cava Scura, which overlooks Ischia’s largest beach, Spiaggia di Maronti, boasting warm gulf waters all year around.
You can also take a boat to the beaches and attractions at the south of the island, including San Pancrazio and Scarrupata.
One of Ishchia’s most impressive attractions is Castello Aragonese, which proudly perches on volcanic rock and is connected to Ischia island by a bridge. This medieval castle is the grand setting of the annual Ischia Film Festival, which attracts film stars and celebrities from across the globe.
Ischia is equally famed for its ancient artisanal and culinary traditions. During your stay, we encourage you to taste the local specialities, including grilled swordfish and Ischia’s signature dish of braised rabbit, which is available in many of the island’s eateries.
If you wish to venture away from Ischia, then the glittering coastline of the Amalfi Coast, the island of Capri, and the ancient city of Pompeii in Naples are all close by.
Your luxury, adults-only holiday in Ischia awaits.
Transfer Time
The Botania Relais & Spa is 2 hours transfer (via hydrofoil) from Naples airport and is a 30 min drive from Ischia's port
Superior Room
Max 2 Adults
Superior Rooms offer ample space and are decorated in light tones to ensure a relaxing stay. Enjoy views of the lush gardens from your terrace.
22 - 28m²
Premium Room
Max 4 Adults
Premium rooms offer more space and are furnished in a typical Mediterranean style with Italian marble bathrooms. Enjoy views overlooking the gardens from your spacious terrace.
28 - 33m²
Master with Jacuzzi
Max 2 Adults
Master rooms with Jacuzzi are romantic and secluded, decorated in warming tones with ample space. Relax in the mini Jacuzzi Pool on your private Solarium, overlooking the surrounding gardens.
32m²
Junior Suite with Jacuzzi
Max 3 Adults
Junior Suites are cosy and bright and offer a living area with a sofa bed. The spacious terrace offers views over the gardens and your own Jacuzzi pool where you can relax and take in the views.
42m²
Suite Lavanda and Elicriso
Max 3 Adults
These suites offer complete privacy but staying close to nature. Elegant and bright, these suites are comprised of a large bedroom, a spacious living room with sofa bed, a walk-in wardrobe and bathroom with double shower. The large terrace overlooks the park and Mount Epomeo.
Size: 49m²
Suite Gelsomino with Roof Terrace
Max 3 Adults
Suite Ortensia with Jacuzzi
Max 5 Adults
The Ortensia Suite offers two bedrooms and a spacious living rooms with a comfortable sofa. The large terrace consists of a Jacuzzi pool and views of the sea and surrounding landscape. Decorated in soft tones and ensuring a relaxing stay.
Size: 61m²
Early Booking Discount
20% discount for stays of 3 nights or more completed between 23 April - 16 October 2022 booked by 28 February 2022.
Based on 816 traveller reviews
97% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ Excellent Hotel, Very Good Location.
Journey824174,
Nov 07 2019
We stayed here early in October and it was a relaxing, wonderful stay. All the staff were very friendly, and went out of their way to be helpful so we were able to fully enjoy our stay on the island...
We stayed here early in October and it was a relaxing, wonderful stay. All the staff were very friendly, and went out of their way to be helpful so we were able to fully enjoy our stay on the island. The food was exceptional, and the hotel setting beautiful, and the location ideal.
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“ Sublime Haven for relaxation
cjselect, Monmouth, United Kingdom
Oct 23 2019
My partner and I stayed at this property for a week in early October, and enjoyed a very relaxing time. It was not over busy as coming to the end of the season. We met some wonderful staff (nothing...
My partner and I stayed at this property for a week in early October, and enjoyed a very relaxing time. It was not over busy as coming to the end of the season. We met some wonderful staff (nothing was too much trouble) and other guests. Enjoyed the beautiful garden setting for the rooms and villas and enjoyed some fabulous food in the hotel restaurant. There is a lovely Spa with very welciming and friendly staff. The hotel has a very handy shuttle bus to Lacco Ameno the village nearby which is lovely, and upon request a bus to take you into Forio another lovely town a bit further away. The hotel is well located for walking, we walked to Giardini La Mortella which is well worth a visit. We also walked between St Francesco Bay and Lacco through Zarro Woods, something I found out about through the website Ischia Review.com. Dion at Ischia Review also organised our transfers from Napleas Airport to the hotel and return - well worth the money as the service was excellent.
I would recommend Isola Ischia and this hotel.
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“ Lovely Hotel, Great Location
Loretta S,
Oct 07 2019
This is a lovely hotel. The location offers great views, and given the size of Ischia, the access to other places is good. The room was spacious and well kept. The hotel is really well laid out and...
This is a lovely hotel. The location offers great views, and given the size of Ischia, the access to other places is good. The room was spacious and well kept. The hotel is really well laid out and the amenities are quite good. We particularly liked the Cocktail Bar in the evening. The spa services are excellent, we enjoyed a wonderful massage during our stay. The Reception staff was very helpful. The only reason for 4 stars versus 5, was the food and service particularly at dinner. It seemed to us that many guests had purchased a package that included food, hence the service and food was very much geared towards these guests. There was always a buffet of good hors d'oeuvres, followed by a limited offering of first or second courses that were usually small and not of the quality one expects in a hotel of this caliber. Breakfast and lunch actually offered more choices and better food. With this one exception, this is a really a very good place to stay in Ischia.
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“ The Lap of Luxury
Jeff H,
Oct 07 2019
Simply beautiful. From the welcome to the spa to the food to the flower lined walking path to the beach, this resort has it all. I'm still sad that I had to leave. If you're staying here be sure to...
Simply beautiful. From the welcome to the spa to the food to the flower lined walking path to the beach, this resort has it all. I'm still sad that I had to leave. If you're staying here be sure to get the full board. The restaurant is a top-notch zero mile concept with fresh veggies straight from the garden. This place was a small slice of heaven on earth.
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“ Little Piece of Paradise
ConfirmedTravaholic,
Oct 07 2019
If you ever have a chance to stay in this hotel don't let the opportunity pass you by. The setting the staff the food.....everything was perfect.
We were there on a half board basis which I would...
If you ever have a chance to stay in this hotel don't let the opportunity pass you by. The setting the staff the food.....everything was perfect.
We were there on a half board basis which I would recommend if you don't want to travel in and out of Lacco Ameno....there is a fantastic shuttle service which is free but if relaxing in a prefect setting and enjoying good food and wine then if you can stretch it to half board I would strongly recommend HB.
Rooms were perfect and the short walk to the pool and restaurant each morning was a perfect start to our day.
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