River Palace

On Italy’s Lazio coast, a family-friendly hotel near Terracina — just 820 feet from a free public beach and 3.1 miles from Terracina town center. Address: Via Pontina Km 106, minutes from the SS148 state road and about 8.1 miles from San Felice Circeo and Circeo National Park.

Bright rooms dressed in light colors come with air conditioning, furnished balconies or terraces, TV, fridge and in-room safes. Expect simple, breezy décor and sea-scented mornings from the nearby shore. A large semi-Olympic outdoor pool sits at the hotel’s heart, framed by sun loungers and parasols.

Semi-Olympic outdoor pool, children’s pool and a pool bar for relaxed afternoons. Fitness center, garden, elevator and bicycle rental keep things active. Free parking and 24-hour reception make arrivals easy; limited room service is available.

Conference room on site and wireless internet available in public areas (extra charge).

On-site restaurant La Giara specializes in fresh seafood and traditional Agro Pontino recipes, with terrace service in summer. There’s also a pool bar and cooking courses can be organized on request.