Hotel Gran Paradiso

We traveled to Ischia with almost 40 family members and were really happy to be accommodated by the Gran Paradiso. The location is spectacular and convenient. The rooms are a bit on the smaller side but had everything we needed. The windows are great and kept any potential noises from the boats out. The spa facilities are wonderful. We didn't have time to try the massages but enjoyed the sauna, indoor thermal pool and jacuzzi. We rented a nice big towel for the entire stay. If you don't have a swim cap, there are plenty of shower caps in the room. Our room was on the second floor and the ocean view balcony was really spacious with a table and two lounge chairs. The view from the balcony was amazing. We took thousands of pictures. The dinners are indeed old school with a set menu. There is an antipasti buffet with delicious grilled veggies. The pasta and fish dishes were really good, too. I am gluten free and greatly appreciated the modifications they made to the dishes to accommodate my needs. The breakfast buffet was really big with a good mix of savory and sweet items. Everyone in the hotel was super friendly and helpful. They made us feel like family and helped with the many requests we had: taxis, bus tickets, boat tours, airport transfers - they made sure that we had everything we needed. We especially enjoyed the music/party night. We had the traditional, Italian-style family vacation we were looking for and are immensely grateful to the hotel owner and all the staff members for making our stay so special!