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Hotel Maria, near Teramo

Located on a quiet hillside just outside of the small town of Pineto, the Hotel Maria, near Teramo in Abruzzo, offers beautiful elevated views of the Adriatic. A free shuttle bus can take you to the blue flag awarded sandy beach, whilst the port city of Pescara is only a 25-kilometre drive.

You can visit the remains of a Roman theatre in the old city of Teramo, hike through the national parks of Gran Sasso and Maiella, and in winter ski down some of Italy's premier slopes at Roccaraso. There are many places of historical interest and beauty in the region including the medieval towns of Castelli and L'Aquila. Whether you want to just laze on the Adriatic's pristine beaches or explore Abruzzo's beautiful scenery, Hotel Maria offers a peaceful, relaxed base.

The hotel is family run and prides itself on its friendly atmosphere. All of its modern rooms have ensuite bathrooms, satellite TV and direct-dial telephones. Mountain bikes can be hired for exploring the surrounding countryside, and the hotel has a large pool to cool off in afterwards. Hotel Maria also has ping pong/table tennis tables and a fully equipped gymnasium to keep you occupied.

The hotel can collect you from the airport in their courtesy shuttle bus, which during the summer they also use for organised trips out in the evening. With great facilities, a nearby award-winning beach and welcoming staff, the Hotel Maria is the perfect base for a holiday in the Abruzzo region.

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Double room from €29