Fodor's Expert Review U Loco Vecchio
Via del Garofano 9, Pantelleria, Sicily, 91017, Italy
A tastefully restored dammuso with wonderful sea views, U Loco dates back to the 18th century, and is ideal for anyone who wants a comfortable place to stay, cook, eat, and relax, without requiring the luxuries of a hotel or designer villa. Unlike many dammusi (which have been restored only with paying guests in mind), this one is a real summer home, with a well-equipped and easy-to-use kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, a great bathroom, and an intriguing collection of traditional Pantelleria paraphernalia on its walls. There are several outdoor spaces for summer eating or lounging, and it is in easy walking distance of the village of Tracino.
PROS
- comfortable yet stylish
- lovely outdoor spaces with sea views
- in walking distance of food shops
CONS
- nearby village is not the most charming
- requires a drive to reach the sea
- parking can be tricky
