Albergo Elea

Cilento: a fascinating land

The Hotel Elea stands in the centre of Ascea Marina, the marina of the Municipality of Ascea, that stands on a hill overlooking the sea and the beach.
The Hotel is at a stone’s throw from the Archaeological site of Velia (the ancient Elea), that was the cultu-ral and commercial centre of a large area of the Mediterranean sea over 2000 years ago, with an important School of philosophy. Those who are interested in the natural environment of this area have a wide choice : Ascea Marina has a beach that is about 5 Km long and an unpolluted sea that can boast the "5 Vele (Sails) Award" every year.

Close to Ascea Marina there are splendid tourist resorts:

• Palinuro
• Camerota
• Baia degli Infreschi
• Acciaroli
• Punta Licosa

Moreover, we must not forget that it is worth seeing the inland area of Cilento, as there are enchanting litt-le villages perched on the hills, still keeping their me-dieval structure and the breathtaking views of the lovely coastline and the sea.

Our region offers many places of historical interest and scenic beauty. One hour by train takes you to the ancient city of Pompeii and in an hour by hoovercraft you can reach the beautiful isle of Capri. The ancient Greek city of Paestum is very near, with its three splendid and well preserved temples. They are an icon of the Greek colonization here and you will be spellbound by the sight.

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