Di Matteo Hotel
Roseto degli Abruzzi - Via Makarska 32
With an outdoor pool and sun terrace, Di Matteo Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation in Roseto degli Abruzzi.
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Renowned as one of Abruzzo’s most sought-after seaside resorts, Roseto degli Abruzzi is a stunning Adriatic coastal town that captivates every visitor with not only its spectacular beaches but also its rich history. Located north of the Vomano river mouth, the town comprises a “lower town” that spreads across a flat area overlooking the Adriatic Sea and an older nucleus, the Montepagano district, perched on a hill 285 metres above sea level.
The lower town is a highly sought-after summer destination thanks to its splendid beach, also known as the “Lido delle Rose”. Characterised by a wide sandy beach with all amenities and gently sloping seabeds, Roseto’s beach has held the Blue Flag award since 1999 and is extremely popular with families with children.
The coastal nucleus began to develop only around the mid-nineteenth century and initially emerged as a small district of Montepagano known as Rosburgo, meaning City of Roses. The name Rosburgo stems from the fact that this territory has always been famous for cultivating plants, particularly roses. In 1927 the municipal seat was moved from Montepagano to Rosburgo, which on this occasion was renamed Roseto degli Abruzzi.
The town’s oldest nucleus, known as Montepagano, has medieval origins and sits on a hill overlooking the entire coastline. During the Middle Ages, local residents, seeking protection from Turkish raids, decided to build a village on the hill near the coast. Hence the name Montepagano, derived from the Latin words “mons” and “pagus”, meaning “village on the mountain”.
Roseto degli Abruzzi is home to several beaches, both equipped and free, characterised by wide, sandy shores and crystalline waters with shallow seabeds. Roseto’s coastal areas boast both the Blue Flag award for water quality and cleanliness, and the Green Flag award, presented to the town for its child-friendly equipped beaches. Free beach stretches can be found along Lungomare Trieste, Lungomare Celommi and Lungomare Trento, where you can sunbathe peacefully in a still-wild setting surrounded by unspoilt nature.
Nestled between the road and beachfront properties, the Roseto Promenade offers excellent opportunities for relaxation and entertainment for both tourists and locals alike. Full of restaurants, bars and venues, it’s the perfect spot for a lovely stroll on foot or by bike thanks to the cycle path, part of the “Ciclovia Adriatica” circuit, which connects various local beaches and extends to Pineto and Torre di Cerrano.
Roseto degli Abruzzi’s accommodation system offers numerous options to choose from for your stay. The supply is broad and varied, catering to every need: from hotels to B&Bs, holiday homes to campsites—in Roseto degli Abruzzi, every visitor can find the perfect place to stay.
Those coming to Roseto for its gorgeous beaches and sea can stay in the lower part of town, close to the Roseto promenade. You’ll find various types of accommodation here, including plenty of campsites; it’s advisable to book well in advance as summer can see everything fully booked. For a more cultural getaway, we recommend staying in the upper part of town at Montepagano, where you’ll find numerous hotels and B&Bs.
We offer a selection of hotels at Roseto degli Abruzzi to suit all categories of travellers. The most booked by tourists are the sea-facing hotels, often right on the beach. If you want to play it safe, choose one of the following: they are among the most booked hotels in Roseto degli Abruzzi, sorted by number of reviews.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Roseto degli Abruzzi. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Roseto degli Abruzzi are in high demand.
Roseto’s historical and architectural heritage is concentrated in the upper part of town, which boasts a long history. Despite its small size, Montepagano has an ancient past that can be explored by wandering its streets and little squares. Montepagano Castle, rising on Roseto’s hilltop, houses artworks that tell the town’s story, while remains of the medieval walls are still visible thanks to the ancient gates that were Porta di Boera, Porta da Piedi and Porta da Sole.
The Church of the Annunciation in Montepagano was built in the early seventeenth century on the remains of an ancient temple that had fallen into ruin. The date 1611 appears on the side portal, marking the year the church was completed. The façade in brick is plain and understated, whilst the interior features a nave with four chapels on either side. Inside, the building is simple and austere but houses several artworks including eighteenth-century altars and two seventeenth-century canvases: one dated 1660 depicting the Madonna and Child surrounded by Saints, and another from 1614 representing the Madonna and Child with St Leonard and St Bartholomew.
Located at the entrance to Montepagano, the Bell Tower of Sant’Antimo is considered the town’s symbol. The bell tower is what remains of a church built in the fourteenth century but demolished in the nineteenth century after being abandoned. The structure features a square base, Romanesque in style at the lower level and Baroque above.
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta was completed in the early twentieth century and stands in Roseto in the coastal part of town. Originally dedicated to Santa Filomena, the building is in neogothic style with a pitched roof façade, a Romanesque portal and a central porthole. The interior consists of a single nave decorated in neogothic style and houses a painting titled “The Holy Family” by local artist Pasquale Celommi.
The Borsacchio Regional Nature Reserve covers an area of over a thousand hectares in Roseto degli Abruzzi’s territory, protecting one of the few stretches of coast not yet ravaged by urbanisation. This area, rich in embryonic dunes and Mediterranean scrub vegetation, is a habitat for rare species of both flora and fauna, such as the Kentish plover, a bird whose presence indicates a clean, vegetation-rich beach.
Roseto degli Abruzzi is easily accessible by car from major Italian cities. From the north, simply take the A14 motorway towards Bari, exit at Roseto degli Abruzzi and continue on the SS150. From Rome, you’ll need to take the A24 first, then the SP22. From Bari, take the A14 towards Bologna and turn onto the Atri/Pineto exit, then continue on the Strada Statale SS16 Adriatica towards Roseto degli Abruzzi.
The town also has a railway station offering connections to various locations including Ancona, Teramo, Pescara, Civitanova Marche and many others. Bus companies such as Flixibus, TUA and Di Febo Capuani connect Roseto to both Abruzzo cities and other destinations across the country.
The closest airport is Pescara, less than 40 km from Roseto degli Abruzzi, with flights to both Italian and European cities. From the airport you can reach central Roseto by bus or by hiring a car. Alternatively, there’s also Ancona-Falconara Airport, roughly an hour and a half’s drive away.
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Roseto degli Abruzzi is a charming Abruzzese town that overlooks the Adriatic coast, situated approximately 30 km from Teramo, 85 km from L'Aquila and 200 km from Rome.
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