Hotel I Dammusi di Borgo Cala Creta

Lampedusa


Set on a hillside surrounded by palms, flowers and Mediterranean macchia (scrub), this collection of two dozen dammusi (shallow-domed stone houses typical of the Pelagic Islands) offers comfortable accommodation in spacious whitewashed rooms, just a stone's throw from the shimmering waters of Cala Creta.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Lampedusa attractions

1. Cala Pisana

0.37 MILES

Its waters sparkling in countless shades of blue, Cala Pisana is one of eastern Lampedusa's most popular coves for swimming.

2. Mare Morto

0.43 MILES

Secluded up near Lampedusa's northeast corner, this rocky cove is one of the island's most tranquil getaways, with crystal-clear waters and excellent…

3. Cala Francese

1.01 MILES

On the island's southeastern edge, this cove with clear waters and a small sandy beach is conveniently close to Lampedusa town, though the rocky bottom…

4. Lampedusa Turtle Group

1.38 MILES

Lampedusa's pristine beaches are prime nesting habitat for sea turtles, in particular the loggerhead, and this volunteer-based organisation has been…

5. Cala Guitgia

1.54 MILES

Just across the bay from downtown Lampedusa, Cala Guitgia is surprisingly beautiful for an in-town beach, with fine white sand and calm, clear waters that…

6. Cala Croce

1.76 MILES

A short distance west of Lampedusa town, this deep cove shelters a sandy beach that gets packed with holidaymakers, loungers and umbrellas in high season.

7. Cala Madonna

1.88 MILES

Crystal-clear turquoise waters lap this long, narrow cove west of town; the small sandy beach at the far end is a perennial draw for swimmers and…

8. Cala Greca

2.18 MILES

This minuscule strip of sand squeezed between two rocky ledges gets crowded in a hurry, but makes a convenient place to swim if you're staying at the…