Nestled in the beautiful bay of San Francesco in Forio d’Ischia, Hotel Zaro has been a welcoming retreat for over forty years. Surrounded by a vast Mediterranean garden, the hotel overlooks the emerald-green sea and offers direct access to one of the most charming and exclusive beaches on the island.
Its location is ideal: just steps away from the ancient Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola and the famous La Mortella Botanical Gardens. The historic center of Forio can be reached with a pleasant 1.5 km walk along the seafront or in just five minutes by bus.
The hotel features spacious rooms, an indoor restaurant and bar, poolside bar, three swimming pools with sun terraces, a small playground for children, and free parking (subject to availability). All common areas are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi, ensuring maximum comfort throughout your stay.
Restaurants and Bars: the hotel offers an elegant indoor bar with a spacious lounge, ideal for enjoying superb aperitifs accompanied by soft background music. Adjacent to the bar is a cozy TV room with comfortable armchairs. The air-conditioned indoor restaurant overlooks the garden, while in the outdoor area, the snack bar by the pool serves refreshing cocktails and quick, tasty meals. Bar service is available 24 hours a day.
The cuisine is one of Hotel Zaro’s main highlights: guests are invited to indulge in the delicious creations of the chefs, from breakfast to dinner. Each morning, a rich sweet and savoury buffet awaits, with freshly baked croissants and cakes, cold cuts, and cheeses. Dinner includes a buffet of appetizers, vegetables, and side dishes, followed by a wide selection of first and second courses featuring both meat and fish, along with seasonal fruit and homemade desserts. From regional specialties to international recipes, only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients are used.
Courtesy, freshness, and above all, attention to guest needs are a priority. In addition to the traditional menu, the chef also prepares special dishes for vegetarians and gluten-free guests. Children are equally cared for: the restaurant provides high chairs and a small kitchen area where parents can prepare baby food using their own ingredients. And there’s more — upon request and for a small extra charge, guests can ask the chef for personalised culinary treats.
Celiac/Dietary Intolerances: our staff is trained to prepare food for various dietary intolerances. At breakfast and dinner, dedicated menus are available upon request, with a supplement. Please note that complete absence of cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed.
Services: from the hotel’s garden, a pathway leads directly to San Francesco beach — a stretch of soft volcanic sand washed by crystal-clear waters. Thanks to the protective rocks in front of it, the beach is also ideal for families with children.
For guests who prefer to stay in, the garden area features three pools: one with ambient-temperature water, one heated, and a jacuzzi. There’s also a panoramic sun terrace equipped with loungers and parasols, plus a small playground for children — all in a tranquil and private atmosphere.
Additional facilities include:
– Free parking
– Elevator
– Free Wi-Fi in the bar and pool areas
– Complimentary shuttle service to a partnered spa center for thermal treatments and beauty therapies
– Newspapers and magazines available for purchase
A tennis court is available upon request and payable on-site. Paid shuttle service is available to and from the island’s ports. At the reception, guests can request babysitting services, bus tickets, organized excursions and tours, car/scooter/taxi rentals, and laundry service.
Experience the magic of a stay at Hotel Zaro: take a dip in the pool while watching one of Ischia’s most breathtaking sunsets. Hidden among citrus groves, aromatic pathways, and lush Mediterranean vegetation, three panoramic pools await — including one heated pool — along with a large solarium terrace equipped with sunbeds, umbrellas, and deck chairs. Poolside, the bar is always open for a quick snack between swims or a cocktail at sunset.
The rooms at Hotel Zaro are spacious and air-conditioned, designed to ensure a peaceful and comfortable stay. Each features a private terrace or balcony overlooking either the sea or the serene Mediterranean garden.
Classic Mediterranean style and soft pastel tones define the interiors, which include a shower, minibar, individually controlled air conditioning, hairdryer, satellite TV, and a safe. For an extra touch of indulgence, guests can enjoy a rich breakfast served in their room (available at an additional charge), with one of Ischia’s most stunning views as a backdrop.
In addition to Classic rooms, the hotel offers Superior rooms with sea view, double rooms for single use, and interconnecting rooms — perfect for families.
- Buffet breakfast
- Dinner: buffet of appetizers, vegetables and side dishes, wide selection of first and second
courses with meat and fish, seasonal fruit and homemade desserts
- Free Wi-Fi in common areas, at the bars and pools
- Air conditioning in all rooms and common areas
- Free parking (subject to availability)
- 3 garden pools: 1 with ambient temperature water, 1 heated pool, and 1 jacuzzi
- Sun terrace equipped with loungers, umbrellas, and deck chairs
- Playground for children
- Free shuttle service to SSN-affiliated thermal center
-* Ferragosto Grand Gala: mandatory on August 15th for BB and HB stays, Euro 60.00 per person, drinks
not included.
- Infant cot 0/3 years: Euro 15.00 per night (bringing your own cot is not allowed)
- Superior Room with Garden View: Euro 15.00 per person per night
- Late check-out: Euro 100.00 if available
- Celiac Menu: Euro 20.00 per person per day
- Drinks
- City tax: to be paid on site in cash.
- Tips and personal extras
- Everything not mentioned under the rate includes
Check-in: from 5:00 PM | Check-out: by 10:00 AM
No pets allowed
Free Cancellation:
Booking cancellations or modifications are free of charge if made at least 7 working days before the arrival date. Working days include Saturdays and exclude Sundays.
– From 6 to 3 days prior to arrival: 50% cancellation fee
– From 2 days prior / no-show: 75% cancellation fee
