Hotel San Carlu Citadelle

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant connected to the convention center in Ajaccio

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Restaurant
Exterior
Luxury Penthouse | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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8 Boulevard Danielle Casanova, Ajaccio, Corse-du-sud, 20000
  • Place, National Museum of the Bonaparte Residence
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel de Ville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ajaccio Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ajaccio (AJA-Napoleon Bonaparte)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room Single Use, Sea View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

COSY Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Citadelle Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Junior Double Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Penthouse

  • 947 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Ajaccio

Hotel San Carlu Citadelle places you next to Ajaccio Citadel and Maison Bonaparte. This 36-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Ajaccio, the hotel is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Ajaccio Cathedral and National Museum of the Bonaparte Residence.

What's nearby

  • National Museum of the Bonaparte Residence - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hotel de Ville - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ajaccio Citadel - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ajaccio Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casino Municipal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ajaccio Station - 15 min walk
  • Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Bar Des Pêcheurs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Canaille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar 1er Consul - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Merendella Citadina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Calata - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlu Citadelle

Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant connected to the convention center in Ajaccio
Guests of Hotel San Carlu Citadelle enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
81-cm LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Minibars, espresso makers, and free local calls are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 23 to 23 for adults and EUR 12 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 81-cm LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Pet weight must not exceed 22 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.75 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 23 to 23 for adults, and EUR 12 to 12 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Carlu Hotel
Hotel Citadelle
Hotel San Carlu
Hotel San Carlu Citadelle
Hotel San Carlu Citadelle Ajaccio
San Carlu
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San Carlu Citadelle Ajaccio
Hotel San Carlu Citadelle Ajaccio, Corsica
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

Hotel San Carlu Citadelle offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

This hotel is located in Ajaccio, just steps from Ajaccio Citadel and National Museum of the Bonaparte Residence, and within a short walk of Hotel de Ville. You'll also find Musée Fesch and Jardins du Casone less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hotel San Carlu Citadelle feature a casino?

No, Hotel San Carlu Citadelle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel San Carlu Citadelle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel San Carlu Citadelle serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hotel San Carlu Citadelle allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

The closest major airport to Hotel San Carlu Citadelle is Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA), which is 4.5 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel San Carlu Citadelle.

Hotel San Carlu Citadelle Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adrienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty good

They had a lovely restaurant at the top and this seems to be the crown jewel of the entire hotel. We rented two rooms one was decent. The other was ridiculously small.. and should’ve been lot less expensive considering how small it was and at the same rack rate. The bedding was excellent I’ll give it that.! It was also a good location in the middle of town. Make sure you rent a parking space with the hotel if you are driving there. Worth the €40 per night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sanghamitra S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities were not met like one bottle of drinking water which should be served daily is given only once in 3 days. The coffe machine in the room does not work. The breakfast served was cold and pancakes were not readily made and omelette was not served in the menu.. I had the worst experience in such a tourist place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this luxury hotel in the old town of Ajaccio. It featured excellent modern facilities, really helpful staff, and offers a great location to spend time in the old town and the Bonaparte ancestral home. By pre-booking on the day the staff were able to offer parking immediately adjacent to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique, Elkridge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the rooftop was spectacular, and breakfast was great. It was perfectly situated for walking anywhere. Cons: there was no shampoo or conditioner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip T S Chua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Seamus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel ina good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
This property.is in the oerfect location but there is almost no parking for guests. Communication with staff eas poor as they failed to explain that in advance and were vety rude both on the phone and upon arrival. Room.was extremely small with no night tables and cleaning was poor. Toilet was dirty upon our arrival and cleaners forgot to give us towels. The bar on the top of the hotel is fantastic and the service and food up there great. Also there are many steps to get to reception so anyone with mobility issues cannot get into hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super friendly and helpful. They helped with a great dinner reservation and navigating the city. Highly recommend. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Valencia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel San Carlu Citadelle is a spectacular hotel, all aspects were absolutely extraordinary! Excellent service, beautiful rooms and the restaurant and bar were amazing! 10 Stars all around!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIE HELENE

Traveled with partner
Great location, great bathroom!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location. Room was small but comfortable. Get the sea view and take the 40E parking for convenience. The roof top bar is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bisanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained hotel .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vue imprenable sur le toit avec un service hors pair! Pas de stationnement dans Malia mais quelques places disponibles devant l’hôtel mais un peu cher’
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This staff are the BEST #1 The breakfast is wonderful—a great way to start the day. I highly recommend staying here and I will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Idroos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for old Ajaccio. Friendly staff. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tasteful, modern property with a spacious room. Enjoyed the area and was able to walk all around from the hotel. The staff were genuinely welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ron

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Given tiny terrible room wit old dirty and worn out carpet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ahlam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

It looks beautiful, but that’s about it

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Solange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ich war sehr begeistert vom alles. Sehr freundliche Personal, professionell, höflich. Sehr gut gelegen in der Stadt. Sehr gute Frühstück von einen sehr angenehmen, freundlichen, Sonnenscheinen Person.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025