Casa il Gabbiano

Perfectly located in the heart of Riomaggorie. Close walk down to the harbour and shops. Host was fantastic to deal with, instructions were clear. Highly recommend the apartment.

Absolutely NOTHING. It was not safe, secure and DID NOT HAVE ELECTRICITY! I did not stay due to safety concerns and was told I would not get a refund. DO NOT stay if you are a solo traveler - find a safe location with electricity, please!

I was told someone would be there to meet me upon arrival for welcome and check in, but no one was there, and I waited 45min before messaging the WhatsApp number to see what happened. They told me where to find the keys - which were left in an unlocked mailbox. The place was not clean and there was no electricity. When I messaged the property, they told me to reset the electrical power at the main box - that didn't work. They came back in to clean and there was still hair all over the bed. When I returned after the "cleaning" my luggage was moved around and looked like it had been gone through. As many other reviews stated, the towels and bed linens are old and worn out. I would not use them for any guest - especially someone who is paying a good price to stay! While I was in the area, several random men were sitting in the area without bags and just watching the place. I was very afraid as I was traveling alone, and the place had not been locked. I have never experienced anything like this and have travelled to many countries as a solo female. Unfortunately, Booking.com has not assisted at all and I will need to dispute the charge with my credit card company as I did not stay there - even for an hour. It is NOT safe.

The kitchen has everything you need. Ideal for someone who wants to cook over the duration of their stay. Did not feel the need for ac, the green shutters do a great job!

Newly renovated but not completely finished. Everything in the kitchen and bathroom was clean and functioned. Anne and Luca were helpful and kind. Quiet location, close to downtown and harbor. Due-to the train strike we only stayed one night, so we didn’t cook anything or really settle in. Recommend the boat tours of the coast line. Fun and free prosecco.

Not finished, there were cleaning tools in the entrance-way and the stairs going downstairs to the basement were very close to the front door so it felt like a dangerous area. Should be blocked off. Quite an uphill walk that wasn’t mentioned in the information on Booking.com. We would have appreciated knowing that; it would have been helpful to know that there is a taxi available from the train station, too. We certainly got our steps in.

Location, friendliness of owners.

Men doing the building work next door - some noise (but unavoidable).