Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village

Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village is situated in Badolato, on the beautiful Calabrian Ionian coast, just steps from the beach and close to renowned tourist destinations such as Soverato and Copanello. The property is in a privileged position, a short distance from a gem of the area: Badolato, one of Italy's 11 most charming villages competing for the coveted title of "Village of the Villages 2024". Thanks to its proximity to the village, Aquilia offers an ideal starting point to immerse yourself in authentic Calabria. Badolato, with its timeless charm, provides a unique experience: medieval alleys that seem to tell ancient stories, spectacular views over the hills and the sea, and a peaceful atmosphere that rejuvenates the soul. It is the perfect place to create unforgettable moments to share with loved ones, discovering the magic of a land where tradition and natural beauty meet.

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Facilities

Amenities
Pets Allowed
Animation
Bar
Beach Volley
Garden
Beach
Parking
Pool
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Solarium terrace
Wi-Fi
Room services
Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Safe
Shower
Fridge
Phone
TV

Information

Informations

The Restaurant: our buffet-style dining service offers maximum flexibility to personalize each meal according to individual tastes, combining flavors and portions creatively. Each day, we feature a selection of regional and Mediterranean dishes, including appetizers, main courses, side dishes, authentic Italian pizza, fresh fruit, and desserts. Not to miss are our themed evenings, especially the typical Calabrian night, which celebrates traditional flavors. At lunch and dinner, microfiltered water, house white and red wine, and draft beer are included at no extra cost. The structural characteristics of our kitchens do not allow us to guarantee the absolute absence of cross-contamination for any type of intolerance, nor to adapt the menus to individual allergies. However, in all our main restaurants, the buffet includes naturally gluten-free, lactose-free, and egg-free foods. We also offer a line of gluten-free products. For breakfast: melba toast, cookies, rice cakes, sliced bread, packaged snacks, jams, muesli. For lunch and dinner: pasta, bread, and packaged desserts. For children every day: RistoMini “Hero’s Banquet”: special menu for children who can dine together with the “Hero Camp” staff in a dedicated area.

Services, facilities, and sports: poolside restaurant and air-conditioned indoor restaurant; 24h Reception; Lobby; 2 equipped swimming pools; Pool and beach bars; Theater; Multi-purpose tennis/football court; Beach volleyball; Archery; Free Wi-Fi in common areas; Unattended outdoor parking, Bazaar; Electric car charging station; Beach towel and stroller rental (to be indicated at the time of booking), Local excursion program.

Nursery Area: an equipped area dedicated to children up to 3 years old, accessible without time limits, where parents can prepare baby food and find main fresh ingredients prepared daily (meat/vegetable/fish broth, vegetable puree, small pasta, grated cheese, whole and semi-skimmed UHT milk, yogurt, processed cheese, seasonal fruit). Homogenized foods are not available.

“All-Inclusive” Village: for a carefree holiday, the resort offers an “All Inclusive” formula only, which includes unlimited drinks by the glass at the Pool Bar from 09:00 to 23:00 and, at the Beach Bar, from 09:30 to 18:30. Included products: water, wine, beer, coffee, juices, various sweetened soft drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, vermouth, limoncello, local bitter, Gin, Vodka, Rum, Grappa. Alcoholic beverages will not be served to minors.

Animation and Entertainment: Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village offers ample spaces designed to ensure maximum comfort and a complete holiday experience, perfectly suitable for all the proposed activities. The property boasts 2 pools, ideal for moments of relaxation or for participating in organized activities, an equipped beach to enjoy the crystal-clear sea, a music bar for evenings full of music and fun, and an amphitheater that becomes the vibrant heart of the evening shows. Our animation team, always present but never intrusive, accompanies guests throughout their stay, offering a rich entertainment program, sports activities, and shows. Guests can participate in sports tournaments, games, group activities, themed evenings, and shows for all ages. Children and teenagers: The penguin “Pink Hero,” the mascot who came from the cold, awaits our little heroes to entertain them with playful, artistic, and sports activities and to raise awareness about ecological issues.

“Hero Camp" (ages 3 to 13, further divided by age groups) from 9:30 to 18:30 allows our little friends to experience a holiday within a holiday, with specialized assistance and an equipped play area, small theater workshop, toy library with games. “Young Club” (ages 13 to 18) meets at the pool for sports activities, dances, games, and tournaments, role-playing and board games.

Beach: characterized by a beautiful sandy and pebble shoreline with a gently sloping seabed ideal for families with children. Private facility for guests 200 meters away. Included one station per room with an umbrella, deck chair, and sunbed from the second row onwards. 1st row for a fee.

Esse Card: Mandatory from age 3, payable locally, includes access to the pools and the equipped private beach with umbrellas, deck chairs, and sunbeds from the second row (first row for a fee onsite); free Wi-Fi in common areas; activities of Hero Camp and Young Club; use of tennis and football fields; beach volleyball, canoe use; fitness, water aerobics, group dances, games and tournaments, music bar, access to the theater for evening shows.

Infant Card: Mandatory from 6 months to 3 years, payable locally. Includes the use of a crib and access to the nursery area (basic foods provided) with 24h access. IMPORTANT: For exclusive use of the proposed services, a colored wristband must be worn throughout the stay.

Rooms

Accommodation: The 128 rooms, spread between the main building and the sea area, are designed to offer comfort and functionality. They are equipped with private bathrooms with shower cubicles and hairdryers, air conditioning, mini-fridge, safe, and TV. Rooms on the first floor have a balcony, while those on the ground floor have a patio. The accommodations are divided into different types to meet every need. The Comfort Rooms, some of which are also connecting, are divided into double, triple, and quadruple rooms with bunk beds. For those looking for more space, we offer Family Comfort suites consisting of a double bedroom and a living room with a sofa bed, and Family Plus suites, which include 2 bedrooms and a living room with a sofa bed, accommodating up to 6 people. The facility also has rooms equipped for guests with disabilities, available upon request.

The price includes

 

  • Restaurants (poolside and air-conditioned indoor).
  • 24h Reception.
  • 2 equipped pools.
  • Bars (pool and beach).
  • Theater and multi-purpose field (tennis/soccer).
  • Beach volleyball and archery.
  • Free Wi-Fi in common areas.
  • Unattended outdoor parking.
  • Bazaar and electric car charging point.
  • Themed evenings, including the typical Calabrese evening.
  • Drinks included: water, wine, beer.
  • Hero Camp: for children from 3 to 13 years old.
  • Young Club: for teenagers from 13 to 18 years old.
  • Beach: availability for each room of an umbrella with a deck chair and sunbed, starting from the second row.

 

The fee does not include

 

  • Infant 0/6 months (free): optional crib, €10 per day to be settled on site and reported at the time of booking.
  • Infant card (from 6 months to 3 years): mandatory €15 per day to be settled on site, includes a crib to be reported at the time of booking (max one per room) and use of the nursery area (basic foods provided);
  • Esse card: mandatory from 06/01 to 09/21 from 3 years, €7 per day per person to be paid on site.
  • Animals: one allowed per room (max 20 kg), with restrictions in common areas. Mandatory expense supplement of €15 per day to be settled on site.
  • Tourist tax: Italian municipalities have the option to apply a tourist tax. This tax is not included in the rates shown in the table. If applied, it must be paid by the client directly at the hotel.
  • Tips and personal extras
  • Everything not mentioned in the rate include

The age of children is always considered uncompleted
FAILURE TO USE THE SERVICES DOES NOT EXEMPT GUESTS FROM THE MANDATORY PAYMENT OF THE ESSE CARD AND INFANT CARD

 

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in: after 5:00 PM - Check-out: by 10:00 AM

Pets Policy

Pets: one per room, small size (max 20 Kg) upon request at the time of booking, with restrictions in common areas.

Cancellation policy

BOOKING CONFIRMATION: Before confirming the booking and making the payment, please verify the correctness of all the data in the confirmation, with particular attention to the names, hotel services, and start and end dates of the stay.


IDENTITY DOCUMENTS: All passengers, including minors and infants, must have a valid identity document.


CHILDREN DISCOUNTS: The booking confirmation includes the children's birth dates, specifying day, month, and year. It is recommended to carefully verify this information. Correct birth dates are essential for the application of discounts or freebies related to the age of the children. For example, if a child is considered free until the eighth year, but exceeds this age at the time of check-in, standard rates will be applied, with the charge of the difference.


PETS: Those traveling with pets are required to report their presence at the time of booking so that the information is included in the confirmation. Late reports could result in penalties or management costs if the selected property does not admit animals.


CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation insurance is optional and for a fee. It must be requested at the time of booking and cannot be added later.


REPORTS: It is specified that any indications in the booking cannot be guaranteed and that telephone reports will not be considered.


CANCELLATION POLICIES FOR BOOKINGS UNTIL 02/28: Cancellation up to 30 business days before departure: no penalty From 29 to 21 business days before departure: penalty of 25% of the total amount of the stay From 20 to 11 business days before departure: penalty of 50% From 10 to 3 business days before departure: penalty of 75% From 2 to 0 days before departure: penalty of 100%

CANCELLATION POLICIES FOR BOOKINGS FROM 03/01: Cancellation up to 30 business days before departure: penalty of 10% of the total amount of the stay From 29 to 21 business days before departure: penalty of 25% From 20 to 11 business days before departure: penalty of 50% From 10 to 3 business days before departure: penalty of 75% From 2 to 0 days before departure: penalty of 100%