In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 15 guest reviews of Il Pellicano. Guests in the sample highlight Location, Food & restaurants and Service & staff. The most common complaints: Some guests felt the rooms fall short of the standard set by the rest of the hotel. Some guests feel the rooms are showing their age and are due for renovation.
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Il Pellicano is composed of a main building and a cluster of cottages scattered around the hotel's gardens. The heated swimming pool is filled with seawater, and there is also a tennis court with personal trainer.
The Tuscan rooms are air conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Guests will also have free Wi-Fi access, plus a minibar and satellite and pay-per-view channels.
Breakfast is buffet style, and guests have a choice of 2 restaurants.
Pelliclub Health & Beauty wellness centre offers a fitness room, boutique and a range of massages and beauty treatments. Argentario Golf Resort & Spa is 3 km away.
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 20 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Il Pellicano is the clear choice among this group for travellers who want direct sea access alongside serious dining. Set on a cliff-top above the Tyrrhenian Sea, the hotel has its own private beach and a fine-dining restaurant, with a second on-site option for variety. Free parking is included. The beach itself is rocky rather than sandy, so this suits swimmers more than sunbathers looking for soft sand, and the cliff-top position means transfers are needed to reach the nearest town. Pricing is likely to sit at the premium end for the region, in keeping with the setting and service level.
Guests score it 9.0 out of 10 — the average across the 17 hotels we list in Tuscany is 9.3.
What Guests Loved
- Guests descend directly from the clifftop to a private rocky cove, offering a secluded alternative to Porto Ercole's public beaches without crowds or booking fees.
- The on-site fine-dining restaurant elevates the property beyond typical resort dining, drawing guests who plan meals around the kitchen's tasting menus.
Things to Consider
- The natural rock formation, while scenic, means guests preferring soft sand should bring appropriate footwear or consider the pool as an alternative.
- The elevated position that provides privacy and views also means reaching Porto Ercole's harbor and shops involves a short drive or taxi.
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What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 15 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book. Few guests have left written reviews for this hotel, so the analysis rests on just 15. Treat it as a pointer rather than the full picture.
Food & restaurants
- +Breakfast is a highlight: generous and made with high-quality produce
- +Breakfast is served on a terrace overlooking the sea
”The breakfast was heaven – we spent hours every morning enjoying the view and the delicious food.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, friendly staff who go above and beyond
- +Polished, professional service
”Staff went above and beyond, giving us a cosy, friendly feel that is rarely found nowadays.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- –Some guests felt the rooms fall short of the standard set by the rest of the hotel
”The rooms are old and not at the level they should be.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- –Some guests feel the rooms are showing their age and are due for renovation
”The rooms could do with a renovation.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A clifftop setting above the sea, surrounded by greenery
- +Breathtaking sea views, not least from the breakfast terrace
- +Beautifully landscaped gardens
- +A secluded, peaceful and exclusive atmosphere
”It was gorgeous all around, from the stunning views to the whimsical landscaping and the decorative details.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark, noise levels and value for money are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
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Frequently asked questions
How do guests rate Il Pellicano?
On Booking.com it scores 9.0/10 from 33 guest reviews.
How many stars does Il Pellicano have?
Il Pellicano is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Il Pellicano offer?
Il Pellicano offers spa and wellness center, free parking, beachfront, free WiFi, non-smoking rooms and 2 restaurants.
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Localita Sbarcatello, 58018 Porto Ercole