Exclusive charm, a perfect match of elegance and nature
It was 1955 when Paolo and Ileana De Ferrari, the descendants of a noble Genoese family, first saw the Biodola beach at the Island of Elba.
It was love at first sight, the crystal clear water and the fine sand, the delicate flowers growing along the dunes and the intense scent of mastic and cork trees in the air were so compelling they never wanted to leave again.
Some of the extremely lucky guests to visit this beach are Errol Flynn, the famous Hollywood star who stopped here to enjoy the peace of this unexplored paradise just as the De Ferrari’s did. In 1966, ten years after Flynn, Anthony Quinn, Rita Hayworth and Rosanna Schiaffino came to the bay to shoot the film “The Rover” at the Tonnara of Enfola, the striking promontory facing the Hermitage.
It was exactly here, on the Biodola bay, that Paolo Ferrari realized he could construct an elegant, first-rate building hosting people from all over the world in search for peace and relaxation.
Rooms & Suites
An oasis of peace among Mediterranean scents
Most of the 5-star Hotel Hermitage rooms and suites on the Island of Elba consist of private cottages set into the rock and surrounded by Mediterranean Maquis, a real refuge from the rest of the world.
Garden View Sea View Comfort Sea View Junior Suites Suites Paolina Suite Family
Restaurants & Bars
The timeless flavors of Elba
Our executive chef Paolo Balestrazzi prepares his gastronomic creations using local ingredients, like tomatoes from San Martino, anchovies, lobster, and bait-fished fish.
Most of the fruits and vegetables used in our cooking are grown on Elba with aromatic herbs collected from Biodola.
The kitchens of our three restaurants use only the freshest ingredients of the season, at zero km whenever possible, from local producers.
Our menu offers wonderful vegetarian and gluten-free options.
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Services
Activities
Passion and expertise have always been our main features, which compels so many guests to visit us each year.
You will always be greeted with a warm, kind welcome and excellent service.
Here, our philosophy is: “Spoil the guest as if they were the only one in the hotel.”
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Excursion
Tour Elba
The island of Elba is the largest isle in the Tuscan Archipelago and the closest to the continent. Its mild climate, its pristine beaches, its little fishing villages and its ancient fortresses makes it a unique and exciting holiday destination.
Staying at the Hotel Hermitage you’ll have the great chance to see the most breathtaking places in the island.
Reach the stunning bays in the Tuscan Archipelago by sailboat or with a luxury private yacht. Let us show you the abundant amazing beaches in the island, its luxury boutiques and let the eno-gastronomic excellences of the region conquer your palates.
Choose from the hundreds of events and excursions
organized in the Choose from the Tuscan Archipelago National Park and discover the park's trail network.
Historical Tour
Gourmet Tour
Panoramic Tour
Boat Tour
Biodola
Location
The 5 star Hermitage Hotel is situated at the far end of the Biodola bay on the Island of Elba, an extremely central and private location at the same time.
The sunny bright spaces blend with the fresh green ones of the Mediterranean park belonging to the hotel where you will be able to rest undisturbed surrounded only by peace.
All the main spots in the island are very easy to reach. Portoferraio, a dock to ferry-boats and hydroplanes, is 7 kms far; the charming village of Marciana Marina 13 kms and Procchio only 6 kms.
