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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Lampedusa

8 stays · 3 aparthotels and 5 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Lampedusa suit beach holidays where you want a kitchen and some space, because the island is small, remote and busiest in summer. Wikipedia describes Lampedusa as the largest of Italy's Pelagian Islands, in the Mediterranean Sea, and the southernmost part of Italy, about 20.2 square kilometres in area with a population of around 6,000. A self-catering base makes sense when most days revolve around the sea, and you can read more in aparthotel versus hotel.

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Where to stay in Lampedusa

Lampedusa town

  • first-time visitors
  • restaurants
  • car-free stays

Wikivoyage says the town centre is compact and walkable, with restaurants, shops and accommodation close together, and that most lodging is concentrated near the main town and port. It is the most practical base if you do not want to rely on a rental vehicle, though many of the best beaches are several kilometres away.

Stays in or near Lampedusa town

Port and harbour

  • boat trips
  • ferry arrivals
  • evenings out

Wikivoyage says Lampedusa Port handles most passenger and cargo traffic, and that boat hire and day tours can be arranged from the port, with several operators offering full-day or half-day excursions. It also describes nightlife centred on the port and nearby piazzas. Staying here keeps ferry departures and evening walks close.

Stays in or near Port and harbour

Cala Croce and the west of the town

  • quiet swims
  • snorkelling
  • couples

The independent site lampedusapelagie.it lists Cala Croce and Cala Madonna as deep inlets west of the harbour inlet that holds the Guitgia beach. Wikivoyage describes Cala Guitgia as a sandy beach close to the town and port that is popular with families. This side of town suits visitors who want the sea a short distance from their door.

Stays in or near Cala Croce and the west of the town

Rabbit Beach and the south coast

  • beaches
  • nature
  • turtle watching

Wikipedia says Isola dei Conigli, close to the south coast, is one of the last egg-laying sites in Italy for the loggerhead sea turtle, and that the beach and island are part of a nature reserve. Wikivoyage says Spiaggia dei Conigli is reached on foot by a trail of 15 to 20 minutes from the main road. It is a day-trip destination rather than a base, so choose an apartment in town and travel out.

Getting around Lampedusa

Wikipedia says Lampedusa Airport has year-round flights to Palermo and Catania, with additional summer services to Rome and Milan and other seasonal links to the Italian mainland, and describes the airport as a few hundred metres from the city centre. The independent site lampedusapelagie.it says the main airline season runs from May to October. A ferry service links the island with Porto Empedocle, near Agrigento, according to Wikipedia, and the independent site lampedusapelagie.it says the crossing takes about eight hours and that a hydrofoil runs in the summer season. Check the operators' timetables, as Wikivoyage notes that winter weather can disrupt sea travel and limit flights.

On the island, the independent site lampedusapelagie.it describes two bus lines from Piazza Brignone, the Azzurra line to the Isola dei Conigli and the Rossa line to Cala Creta. Wikivoyage describes the island as about 11 km long and 3 km wide, easy to explore by scooter, bike or car, and notes that public buses are limited. It adds that Rabbit Beach access has limited capacity and needs an online reservation, so check the reserve's current arrangements before you go.

Living in Lampedusa for longer

For a longer stay, an apartment in or near the town makes day-to-day shopping easy. Wikivoyage says restaurants may close between lunch and dinner and that reservations are recommended in high season, while seafood dominates local menus, with swordfish, tuna and calamari among the staples. The independent site lampedusapelagie.it lists a Coop supermarket at Cala Creta among the stops on the Rossa bus line, which can help with self-catering.

Wikivoyage says rental agencies for scooters and cars operate in the main town and at the airport, and that demand spikes in July and August. It adds that Lampedusa has little natural freshwater, since rainfall is rare and seasonal. A slower stay suits the island's pace, with snorkelling, boat trips and reserve trails as the main activities.

When to visit Lampedusa

The independent site lampedusapelagie.it describes a mainly Mediterranean climate, with hot, very dry summers and a mild winter with few rainy or windy days, annual rainfall of 200 to 250 mm and more than 2,700 hours of sun a year. It says sea temperatures are at their coolest in early to mid February and warmest in the second half of August, and suggests packing something warmer for evenings in late September and October.

Wikivoyage says transport is more frequent and reliable from late spring through early autumn, and that winter weather can disrupt sea travel while flights are more limited. It says loggerhead turtles nest on Rabbit Beach in July and August. Book early for July and August, when Wikivoyage says rental demand peaks.

Tunisia, 113 kilometres away, is the closest landfall, and Sicily lies 205 kilometres from the island, according to Wikipedia. Getting here therefore takes a flight or a long sea crossing, which is worth planning before you pick your dates. If you are combining the island with a stay in Sicily, see Palermo and Trapani, or browse the wider Italy hub.

Long-stay tips for Lampedusa

Of the 8 properties here, 1 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 2 include some form of housekeeping and 1 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

8 properties list a full kitchen and 0 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 38 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Italy

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Lampedusa?

Wikipedia says there are year-round flights from Lampedusa Airport to Palermo and Catania, extra summer services to Rome and Milan, and a ferry link with Porto Empedocle. Check operators for current timetables.

What is the best area to stay in Lampedusa?

The town and port area is the most practical base, with restaurants, shops and boat departures close together. The beaches on the south coast are best visited as day trips.

Do I need a car in Lampedusa?

Wikivoyage says scooters and small cars are the most popular ways to explore, but the independent site lampedusapelagie.it describes two bus lines, one to the Isola dei Conigli and one to Cala Creta.

Do I need to book Rabbit Beach in advance?

Wikivoyage says access is limited and requires an online reservation for morning or afternoon, and the Sicilian Region introduced a reservation system in 2021. Check the reserve's current arrangements before you travel.

When is the best time to visit Lampedusa?

The independent site lampedusapelagie.it describes hot, dry summers and a mild winter, while Wikivoyage says transport is more frequent from late spring through early autumn.

How many aparthotels are there in Lampedusa?

We currently list 8 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Lampedusa.

Do aparthotels in Lampedusa have kitchens?

8 of the 8 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Lampedusa have a washing machine?

1 property lists an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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