Botania Relais & Spa
Serene eco-luxury with genuine rural Italian soul. White walls, Vietri ceramic tiles, and ancient olive trees set the scene. Slow-travel energy — no DJ pool parties, no lobby scene. Sustainability is baked in, not performative.
Book Il Mirto well in advance — the Gourmet Experience package includes a 4-course dinner there with B&B and is a strong-value entry point.
Why It Matters
Il Mirto, its vegetarian fine-dining restaurant, holds the first-ever Michelin Green Star on the island of Ischia. The property is also Green Globe certified, meets 70% of its produce needs via organic farming, and belongs to The Leading Hotels of the World. The natural thermal spring pools and grotto steam room use Ischia's famous volcanic waters.
Botania Relais & Spa is a 5-star eco-luxury resort spread across a 3-hectare park on Ischia's greener, quieter northwest coast, between Lacco Ameno and Forio. The Polito family opened it in 2011, and it runs on organic farming — their own Farmer Franchino grows 70% of the vegetables served on property. Ten white Mediterranean-style villas house 52 rooms and suites, each with a private terrace and a view of the park. It's not a beach hotel; it's a garden-and-wellness retreat that happens to have a Michelin Green Star restaurant.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
De Luxe
34–39 sqm with handcrafted Italian marble or colored ceramic bathrooms and very spacious showers. Exclusively handcrafted furniture. Large outdoor terrace. Refined Italian style throughout.
36 sqm
Gelsomino Suite with Jacuzzi
55 sqm with an extra-large bed, sofa lounge, two shower bathrooms, and handcrafted white Neapolitan ceramic floors. The exclusive rooftop has a private Jacuzzi — the spot for breakfast or an aperitif in complete seclusion.
55 sqmJunior Suite with Jacuzzi
40 sqm room dominated by white with nature-print wall details and colorful tilework. Private terrace with Jacuzzi. Refined and calm atmosphere.
40 sqmLavanda / Buganvillea Suite
49 sqm suite in beige and blue tones with a large terrace overlooking the park and Mt. Epomeo. Double bedroom, lounge with sofa bed, walk-in wardrobe, and a double shower bathroom.
49 sqmMaster
36 sqm with a mini Jacuzzi pool and solarium on the private garden terrace. Warm Mediterranean tones. Romantic and private.
36 sqmOpen Plan Suite with Jacuzzi
45 sqm open-plan layout with colorful Vietri tiles throughout. Jacuzzi on the terrace overlooking the park. Living area integrated with the sleeping space. Cozy and bright.
45 sqmOrtensia Suite
The largest suite on property at 65 sqm. Sea-view Jacuzzi pool on the terrace is the centerpiece. Interiors are decorated in green and ivory tones. Two bedrooms (one double, one twin), two shower bathrooms, and a spacious lounge with high windows.
65 sqmPremium
28–30 sqm with park views, Italian marble or Vietri ceramic flooring and bathrooms, and notably large outdoor terrace spaces relative to room size.
29 sqmSignature
Soft pastel tones with a curved headboard and gold wall sconces. The standout feature is a private garden terrace. Refined decorative elements throughout.
Superior
26–28 sqm entry-level room with a terrace overlooking the garden. Ceramic tile floors, bright Mediterranean colors, intimate and calm. Good value for a quieter stay.
27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hillside amphitheatre above the resort hosts classical and modern music concerts and various events with views over the Mediterranean scrub and sea.
Workshop in traditional Ischian ceramic painting and shaping, exploring classic and contemporary styles.
Guided watercolor painting workshop in the park. Results in a personalized souvenir artwork to take home.
A private mixology session at Bar La Grotta revealing the story and local ingredients behind the hotel's signature cocktails. Open to beginners and enthusiasts.
Hands-on cooking class in the private Nonna Marì kitchen on the upper terrace. Starts with harvesting produce from the organic garden, then learns traditional Ischian recipes with executive chef Tommaso Luongo.
Guided tour of the island aboard vintage vehicles exploring heritage sites and local culture.
Exclusive private boat tour around Ischia's caves and bays, accessing spots unreachable by land. Organized by the hotel upon request.
Two natural spring-fed pools at 32°C and 37°C set into the terraced upper park, with private hammock/suspended bed areas for outdoor napping.
Outdoor Hatha Yoga sessions held in the park, Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 8:00–9:15am, from May 15 through September. In bad weather, sessions move indoors.
Electricity-free gym built into the forest terraces. Blends into the surrounding vegetation. No booking required during the day.
Gourmet picnic basket of garden produce prepared by the chefs, eaten in the terraced forest with open-air views. A genuine slow-lunch experience.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Beach service at Negombo thermal park available July 1–August 31, subject to availability. Negombo is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Included with online direct bookings. Served at Il Corbezzolo restaurant.
Equipped with 2 Technogym treadmills, synchro machines, and stationary bikes. Available 24/7 on reservation at spa desk or reception. Maximum 2 guests at a time.
Walking paths through centuries-old olive trees, carob trees, aromatic herb gardens, strawberry trees, citrus, and Mediterranean flora. Traditional dry stone 'parracine' walls throughout the upper terraces.
Large spring-water outdoor pool at approximately 28°C. Adjacent to the Iris Bar for poolside drinks.
Gift vouchers for treatments and stays available for purchase online.
Indoor spa circuit: 32°C pool, 35°C hydromassage pool, natural tuff grotto steam bath, and sensory shower. Open 9am–8pm. Minimum age 14.
On-site organic farming under Farmer Franchino provides 70% of the vegetables served across all restaurants. Green Globe certified sustainability program.
Hotel can arrange private car-and-boat transfers or helicopter transfers from Naples airport on request. Priced on request based on group size and service type.
Complimentary shuttle to and from nearby beaches (San Francesco, Chiaia, La Mortella) and the town centers of Lacco Ameno and Forio. San Montano Beach and Negombo park are reachable on foot in under 10 minutes.
On-site parking available at no extra charge.
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