The historic spa centre, situated over the healing "Gurgitello" springs, was constructed by the Manzi brothers in 1863, under the design of architect Gaetano Fazzini.

The interiors were created in Pompeian style with majestic columns and barrel and convex vaults.

Next to the spa centre was situated the "Dei Romani" hotel, where General Giuseppe Garibaldi resorted to for treatment in 1864 after injuries sustained in the battle of Aspermont.

In the 1960's, the famous film producer Angelo Rizzoli acquired and restored the complex, turning it into a top holiday destination.

61 bright rooms, equipped with all comforts and elegantly furnished with warm colonial tones. All rooms with a balcony or terrace with views either over the splendid internal gardens or the surrounding scenery. With an unmistakably fresh Mediterranean atmosphere, the walls are decorated with beautiful shell and sea-life stencils and colourful floor tiles from the famous "Vietri sul mare", perfectly coordinated with the bedspreads and curtains. The well-equipped, stylish bathrooms are also finished with Vietri tiling.