Title: Hotel Ipomea Club - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Ipomea Club Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Hotel Ipomea Club ![Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers - Hotel Ipomea Club (Ricadi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/ee70427f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers - Hotel Ipomea Club (Ricadi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/12c49987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hotel Ipomea Club (Ricadi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/63581a89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | View from room - Hotel Ipomea Club (Ricadi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/c1240c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Ocean views - Hotel Ipomea Club (Ricadi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/12f94996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Ipomea Club sits right by the sea, where guests can unwind at the beach bar or poolside bar while using sun loungers on the private beach. The property features a spa for massages and two restaurants serving breakfast with ocean views. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - On private beach - Bar - Breakfast available - Pool - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1864543&PinnedHotelID=1864543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/5eca1f4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Minibar Satellite channels - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Quadruple Room ![Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/76daf878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Minibar - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/1585e58c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Bathrobes - 474 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View ![Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/272cac35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Bathrobes - 474 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/040e295d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Sea View ![Double Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864543/6aa7102b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Sea View ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Bathrobes Minibar - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRicadi-Hotels-Hotel-Ipomea-Club.h1864543.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRicadi-Hotels-Hotel-Ipomea-Club.h1864543.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.60876%2C15.85057&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4nLSrNj3EL8BsAnKH-__i52QEhk=) Via Fortino, Ricadi, VV, 89866 #### What's nearby - Spiaggia Santa Maria \- 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Grotticelle Beach \- 9 min drive \- 4.1 km - Capo Vaticano Beach \- 17 min drive \- 4.9 km - Santa Maria dell'Isola Monastery \- 29 min drive \- 16.0 km - Port of Tropea \- 30 min drive \- 16.7 km #### Getting around - Ricadi Station - 12 min drive - Lamezia Terme Intl. Airport (SUF) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Peppino Il Pescatore - ‬4 min walk - ‪Happy Days Residence - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bier Garten - ‬8 min drive - ‪Hotel Ristorante La Bussola - ‬8 min drive - ‪La Paranza - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Ipomea Club Upscale family-friendly hotel by the sea Take advantage of a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Hotel Ipomea Club. With amenities like a private beach and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and self parking (surcharge) - Beach towels, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and 1 meeting room Room features All 52 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and bidets - 21-inch TVs with satellite channels - Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1480000/1472900/1472867/dd826446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TONICELLO Hotel Resort & SPA Ricadi - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 7.8 Good 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=1472867&PinnedHotelID=1472867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922600/922580/eaaa3505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Bussola Hotel Restaurant Ricadi - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 9.0 Wonderful 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=922580&PinnedHotelID=922580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![White sand, free beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4440000/4436600/4436594/7c4f5e26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Marinella Ricadi - 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Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A beach bar - A poolside bar - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Le tre Modelle - Veranda di Lighea ### Things to do - Children's pool - Hot tub - Piano - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Seasonal outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On a private beach - On the bay - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible train station shuttle - No elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 5 buildings - Banquet hall - Built in 2003 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 21-inch TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between October 2 and May 20\. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age. - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7) - Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 10.00 per day - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 102030-ALB-00026 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation The seasonal pool will be open from June to September Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms A car is not required for transportation to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority. ### Property is also known as Hotel Ipomea Club Hotel Ipomea Club Ricadi Ipomea Club Ipomea Club Ricadi Hotel Ipomea Club Hotel Hotel Ipomea Club Ricadi Hotel Ipomea Club Hotel Ricadi ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Ipomea Club have a pool? ### Is Hotel Ipomea Club pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Ipomea Club? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Ipomea Club? ### Does Hotel Ipomea Club provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hotel Ipomea Club located? ## Have a question? 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