Escape to Paradise: Borghetto Beach Club Resort Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: Borghetto Beach Club Resort Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: Borghetto Beach Club Resort Awaits! (Or Does It?) - A Brutally Honest Review
Alright, buckle up, because this isn't your average, polished hotel review. I'm about to dive headfirst into Borghetto Beach Club, and let’s be real, sometimes paradise is more like… well, a really nice vacation. So here's the raw, unfiltered truth, with all the rambling, emotional rollercoaster, and questionable decisions that make up my travel style.
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Getting There & Settling In (The Easy Part… Supposedly)
First things first, the accessibility. (Accessibility, Wheelchair Accessible, Facilities for disabled guests) Now, I'm not in a wheelchair myself, but I always appreciate a place thinking about it. Borghetto seems to have put some effort in; the elevator was a lifesaver (especially after that fourth pizza slice), and they mention facilities for disabled guests, so that's encouraging. Just a note: always confirm specific needs before booking. Don't just take my word for it!
The airport transfer was smooth – blessedly so. I'm the kind of traveler who always forgets something crucial (passport, phone charger, sanity), so having that pre-arranged was a godsend. Car park [free of charge] and car park [on-site] are definite pluses – especially if you're renting a car to explore the area (and you should, more on that later). Valet parking is there, presumably for those who aren't me and actually possess a sense of style and decorum while traveling.
Rooms! Rooms! Rooms! (And My Love/Hate Relationship With Hotel Rooms)
My room? Well, let’s just say it was… a room. (Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.) The Wi-Fi [free] was, mercifully, reliable (a must in this day and age!), and the air conditioning was a lifesaver, especially after that scorching afternoon sun. Blackout curtains? Check. I need my beauty sleep, and those things are a godsend! The mini-bar was tempting, but I managed to avoid it, mostly because my budget screamed at the thought. The coffee/tea maker, and complimentary tea were lovely, and the free bottled water saved me from the tap water abyss. The private bathroom was clean, and the slippers were a comfy touch.
Now, for the slight imperfections. The carpeting felt a little… dated. And (oh man, this is petty) the scale in the bathroom was a constant, depressing reminder of my gelato consumption. I’m not saying I regretted every single bite… but maybe the scale disagreed. And the window that opens, a real breath of fresh air, literally. The soundproofing was decent, I might add.
Cleanliness and Safety (Because Let's Be Real, This Is Important!)
Okay, let's get real. (Cleanliness and safety: Anti-viral cleaning products, Breakfast in room, Cashless payment service, Daily disinfection in common areas, Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit, Hand sanitizer, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment). In this post-pandemic world, cleanliness is paramount. Borghetto seems to take this seriously. They highlight anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, and rooms sanitized between stays. They also mention hand sanitizer readily available, and staff are trained in safety protocol. They even offer room sanitization opt-out available which is a nice touch. Cashless payment service helped me from having to deal with the constant need for change. I saw they had a doctor/nurse on call, and a first aid kit, which is reassuring. All the tableware items looked and felt clean. Personally, I’d appreciate more visible hand sanitizer stations in the hallways, but overall, feeling safe is an important aspect.
Food, Glorious Food! (And the Occasional Bellyache)
Okay, let's talk food. (Dining, drinking, and snacking: A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant). Breakfast was a big deal. Breakfast [buffet] meant endless options, and I’m not ashamed to admit I went back for seconds (and maybe thirds) of the pastries. There's a variety of Asian cuisine in restaurant and Western cuisine in restaurant. The Coffee shop provided much-needed caffeine, and the poolside bar was perfect for cocktails (especially during happy hour). I loved having my bottle of water handy. Room service [24-hour] is a dangerous blessing. One night, after a frankly ridiculous amount of gelato, I caved and ordered a pizza at like 2 am. No regrets. Well, maybe the next morning, when my waistline screamed.
… But here's the thing: As a person who loves variety, I enjoyed the various restaurants. My taste buds were entertained! The vegetarian restaurant and alternative meal arrangement options are a thoughtful touch.
Things to Do (Beyond the Beach, Because, you know, Variety!)
Alright, the fun stuff! (Things to do, ways to relax: Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]). The swimming pool [outdoor] was, well, stunning. The pool with view was a definite highlight. Lounging by the pool reading a book was my ideal. The spa! Ah, the spa. I treated myself to a massage. Pure bliss. I also checked out the gym/fitness, which had the basic equipment. There was a sauna and steamroom, which, let's just say, I'm not a huge fan of (too sweaty for my liking). The foot bath was a nice, though not my favorite experience. Body scrub and body wrap are available, too.
The Unpleasant Bit … (Internet, Internet, Internet)
I'm a digital nomad at heart, with a constant need to connect, so, the internet access is important. (Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Wi-Fi in public areas) Thankfully, the Wi-Fi [free] in the rooms was generally good. Internet access – wireless was a must. I did notice, however, that the Wi-Fi in public areas wasn't quite as reliable. A little spotty, here and there, especially during peak times. And there was a Internet [LAN] as well.
For the Kids! (… Or Not. Depends on Your Tolerance.)
Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal. I'm a solo traveler, so this section felt a little… irrelevant to me. But, for families, the babysitting service could come in handy, and the availability of a kids meal is always good. If you are traveling with kids, take advantage of this!
Overall Vibe and Final Verdict… (And a Potential Deal)
Borghetto Beach Club Resort: A solid choice, but not without its quirks. It's a place that delivers on the basics, with a few luxurious touches. It's great for relaxing, but don't expect absolute perfection. It felt safe, easy to access, and provided a variety of food options!
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we are diving headfirst into Borghetto Beach Club Resort, Isola di Capo Rizzuto, Italy. Forget your pristine Pinterest boards – this is going to be a gloriously messy, sun-kissed, and probably pasta-sauce-stained account of my time there.
Day 1: Arrival & The Great Sunbed Debacle of '24 (aka, I Almost Lost My Mind)
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: The Flight from Hell (Rome layover, anyone?) Okay, so it started promising. Sunrise over the Alps… beautiful, right? Then came the connecting flight from Rome. Let's just say Italian air traffic controllers and punctuality are not exactly besties. I'm pretty sure I aged a decade in that overcrowded gate. Finally, sweet, sweet Italy.
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Transfer Blues. Found the transfer. It was some kind of slightly-too-enthusiastic dude in a tiny Fiat. The drive? Scenic, sure, but also involved a near-death experience with a Vespa and a lot of honking.
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Check-in & Initial Confusion. Okay, Borghetto itself? Gorgeous! The turquoise water was calling my name. CHECK-IN. This is where things got… wonky. A language barrier the size of the Colosseum, a queue so long I considered taking up knitting, and a whole lot of internal screaming.
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: THE SUNBED WAR. This, my friends, was the highlight. Or, more accurately, the lowlight. The sunbed situation at Borghetto is… intense. It's a free-for-all. I spent two hours – two hours – battling for a prime spot, losing to a gaggle of German tourists with superior towel-laying skills. I mean, they were ruthless. I felt like I was in the Hunger Games of tanning. Ended up with a bed directly in front of the bar, which, despite being noisy, provided a front-row seat for the Aperol Spritz parade. Silver lining? I became intimately acquainted with the bartender, Marco.
- 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Reconnaissance Mission and Aperol Recovery. Finally, SUN! A swim in the unbelievably clear ocean (worth the sunbed trauma). Followed by TWO Aperol Spritzes. Okay, maybe three. Marco's a good influence.
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Dinner Delights (and Dodgy Pasta). Dinner at the resort restaurant. Bruschetta? Divine. Pasta with seafood? Let’s just say I’ve had better, and let's also say, I'm pretty sure, some of the fish are still swimming in the Mediterranean. Dessert? Tiramisu. Redeemed. Slightly.
- 8:00 PM onwards: Sunset, Stargazing, and (Mostly) Bliss. A beautiful sunset. Followed by a quiet evening, a glass of wine on the balcony, and more stargazing than I've done in years. Italy, you are redeeming yourself… slowly.
Day 2: Diving (Sort Of!), Local Flavors, and a Midnight Meltdown
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Breakfast of Champions (or at least, Coffee, Croissants, and Mild Disappointment). Decent breakfast buffet BUT THE COFFEE. Oh, the coffee. Strong. And there was this, this thing that tasted like industrial pudding, I did stay away from the buffet for a bit.
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Attempted Scuba Diving (with a hint of panic). Signed up for a scuba diving excursion. Honestly, I panicked the moment someone mentioned "regulator." It took me half an hour, ten deep breaths, and a lot of underwater gurgling, to just… descend a meter. So, yeah, not exactly Jacques Cousteau. I did see some fish. Tiny, colourful ones!
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch in (Borghetto) Town. Found a tiny trattoria outside the resort. The food? Simple, authentic, and utterly delicious. Pasta alla Norma that made me weep with joy. The best meal, so far, and what made it good was the people, not the "fancy resort."
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Beach Time and Sunburn Alert. More beach time. More Aperol. Sunscreen? Apparently, I forgot how to apply it. Let's just say I look like a lobster. A slightly tipsy lobster.
- 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The Great Lemon Tree of Boredom. I sat under a Lemon Tree for about two hours trying to read, but mostly I just watched the people, and what they do. All the couples, and the kids playing, and it just made me miss someone I knew in the past and the only way I could work it out was through all the lemon trees.
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Dinner Disaster (aka, My Food Poisoning Adventure). Dinner, and I'd chosen the wrong place. It was an ordeal. The food tasted… funny. And then the stomach cramps hit. Dear god, the stomach cramps. I spent two hours in the bathroom, convinced I was going to die. Not a good look.
- 8:00 PM - 12:00 PM: Midnight Meltdown. Back in my room, I had a full-blown meltdown. The food poisoning, the sunburn, the sunbeds… it all hit me at once. I called my best friend in tears. We talked, I cried, and finally felt (mostly) better. Italy, you are cruel, and I love you.
Day 3: Island Excursion, Pirate Dreams, and a (Slightly) Sobering Reality Check.
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Surviving Breakfast (and avoiding the industrial pudding). Ginger biscuits. I stuck with ginger biscuits and black coffee.
- 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Isola di Capo Rizzuto Island Tour. A boat trip to the Isola di Capo Rizzuto. Absolutely stunning! Beautiful coastline, hidden coves, and a chance to pretend I was a swashbuckling pirate (a very clumsy one, mind you). The water was crystal clear, and I actually managed to snorkel without panicking.
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Resort Recovery and Pizza Pizza!! Back at the resort, spent some time trying to recover and I went looking for pizza. This pizza was everything!
- 7:00 PM onwards: A Quiet Evening (and a vow to eat carefully). A lovely, uneventful dinner. Watching the stars and actually appreciating where I was.
Day 4: Farewell, Italy (for now!) and the Lessons Learned.
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Last Breakfast. I ate a croissant. Alone. I felt a sense of accomplishment.
- 10:00 AM: Beach Farewell. One last dip in the sea. I was at peace, finally.
- 12:00 PM: Check Out (and a renewed appreciation for reliable transportation). The transfer was smooth. Miracles do happen.
- Flight Home.
- The great lesson: Italy, you're breathtaking, chaotic, and slightly terrifying. I'll be back. But next time, I'm packing extra sunscreen, antacids, and a very large dose of patience. And maybe a pre-booked sunbed.
Borghetto Beach Club – Escape or Escapade? Your Burning Questions Answered...Maybe!
Okay, so... Borghetto Beach Club. Is it *actually* paradise, or just Instagram paradise? I'm skeptical. Spill the beans!
Let's cut to the chase: the beach. Is it worth the hype? I'm a sand snob.
The food! What's the grub situation? I need to know before I commit to a vacation of regretful decisions.
I love a good cocktail. Are the drinks any good, or just watered-down tourist traps?
Okay, okay, the kids. My worst nightmare is a crying toddler at breakfast. What's the kid situation like? Is it family-friendly or should I leave my angels at home?
Let's talk rooms. Are they decent? I need a clean bed and functional AC, at the very least!
What about the staff? Are they friendly and helpful? I've been to places where the staff seems perpetually miserable.
Okay, back to the beach. TELL. ME. ABOUT. THE. CROWDS. Is it like sardine central or are there pockets of peace?
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