For anyone traveling in Calabria, this is not to be missed. Rumored to have the best food in Calabria, we were not disappointed. more

What an all around great representation of Italy and Calbria.! My wife and I came to Calabria to eat at Chef Gaetano Alia's restaurant. My wife had experienced his wonderful takes on Calabrian food away from his restaurant and wanted to experience it first hand on location. We were expecting and received unparalleled meals, but found two more reasons to... more

When we arrived in Castrovillari, we found one sign for Locanda di Alia (AL-ia) but couldn’t find the hotel. Asked three or four people, most of whom had never heard of it. The correct directions are: coming from A3 (the autostrada), once in Castrovillari, turn left before the bridge and find your way! It's only a few blocks away. When... more

I learned about the place in the internet and booked 1 night there on the way to Calabria from Apulia. Upon arrival, we had late lunch, then forced ourselves to stroll around the local castle and the town of Castrobvillari for a few hours to gain appetite for dinner, which we consumed with greatest satisfaction, including dessert. We loved their... more

We stayed at La Locanda di Alia for 2 nights , the rooms were clean and comfortable.. The dinner and wait staff were unforgetable. more

La Locanda is an oasis of rustic peace and quiet with a hidden surprise...it's restaurant! What a treasure to have in Castrovillari. The rooms were spotless and spacious. The staff was very attentive and friendly. One note, bring shampoo and tissues. Bellissimo. more

I discovered the hotel by chance in 2004 and have returned twice since. Last week I celebrated my 60th birthday there as I knew I could rely on it for a gourmet experience. It is set in the Pollino mountains of Calabria, a region with a wild beauty. But the hotel and its fine restaurant are sophistication itself. Fresh, local... more

BACKGROUND We have been to Italy before, but I had the urge to go to Calabria because I know and like some people that come from there, because I love the Calabrian food we can get in Toronto and because I understood that Calabria is not touristy. My expectations were therefore quite high and chances for dissapointment were great. However,... more

We drove into the parking area and were immediately impressed with the setting. A walk by the pool to the check-in where we were greeted with great hospitality even though we spoke only a small amount of Italian. The room was just as we expected and the grounds were superb. Fig trees, pear trees and plants abound. Dinner was fabulous... more