Travelling is usually a tiring experience and on arrival we were invited to have coffee outside in the sunshine and relax before being shown the room. Because the hotel was quiet, it being the last week of the season, our room was upgraded to one with a small balcony and a sea view. The room and en suite bathroom was spotless and there was everything we needed. The bed and pillows were the most comfortable we have ever encounted anywhere. All the staff were helpful, polite and nothing was any trouble for them. Breakfast was a treat. Cereals, freshly prepared eggs or omelette, toast and jam, fresh fruit, a selection of freshly baked cakes and as much tea or coffee we wanted. Everything on the lunch and dinner menu was freshly prepared and delicious. The hotel is in a beautiful setting and not hiring a car was not an issue as there is a regular bus service into Ancona and a choice of walks down to the sea easily undertaken. A bit steep coming back but taking it slowly enabled us to look at the small wildlife still abundant in the Autumn sun.