grand hotel stella maris  

On the edge of the Mediterranean in the ancient Vallis Salinarum, just outside Palmi. The hotel sits about 2 km from Palmi town centre and only 164 ft from the A3 Palmi motorway exit. Nearby points of interest include Fiera di Messina, the Messina Fountain of Neptune and the Planetario Pythagoras di Reggio Calabria.

Rooms are large and air-conditioned, many with private balconies and panoramic-terrace views. Standard in-room touches include a mini-bar, TV and private bathroom with hairdryer. Communicating rooms and accessible rooms are available on request, and a 24-hour reception keeps check-in easy.

Indoor and outdoor pools, a wellness & beauty centre with hot tub, plus a massage room, solarium and steam bath. There’s a fitness centre and a diving club, a picnic area and a wide terrace for soaking up the views. Free Wi‑Fi on the property and free parking make stays simple, and multilingual staff, concierge service, tour desk, car rental, laundry and dry cleaning are available.

Conference hall and meeting/presentation facilities cater to business travellers. Reception is open 24 hours and the hotel’s location supports business tourism to nearby ports and industrial hubs. Free Wi‑Fi and dedicated tour assistance help keep plans on track.

On-site restaurants serve traditional Calabrian and Mediterranean dishes alongside national and international options, all made with fresh local produce. Expect an enviable wine list and a bar for relaxed evenings after a day of sightseeing or meetings.