Why we picked this hotel
Saint-Florent is full of reasons to leave the hotel: beaches, vineyards, mountain roads and little villages. Basgi Basgi has the unusual ability to make you question those plans. One swim becomes another, lunch stretches into the afternoon and suddenly staying put feels like the better idea.
Hotel description
Basgi Basgi sits just outside Saint-Florent, where pine trees, Mediterranean gardens and glimpses of the sea create a softer arrival than the busier harbour below. Designed to feel like a generous Corsican home rather than a formal resort, the hotel has a warm, easygoing atmosphere shaped by natural materials, outdoor living and the kind of hospitality that encourages guests to settle in rather than simply pass through. Days begin with a long breakfast of local produce before drifting towards Tettola Beach, the heated pool or the vineyards of Patrimonio. Lunch can be taken beside the water, evenings gather around seasonal Corsican cooking at La Table, and Saint-Florent’s harbour remains close enough for an easy change of scene. It suits travellers who want the coast nearby, but prefer to sleep somewhere greener, calmer and more personal.
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Hotel location
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A peaceful escape near Saint-Florent
Just a five-minute walk from Tettola Beach and a short drive from the harbour, Basgi Basgi offers a calm base surrounded by Mediterranean gardens.
Sustainability without compromise
Natural materials, thoughtful design and environmentally conscious choices shape every part of the hotel, which proudly carries the EU Ecolabel certification.
A restaurant worth staying in for
La Table du Basgi Basgi celebrates local Corsican produce with generous, seasonal cooking from breakfast through dinner.
A heated saltwater pool surrounded by pines
Spend slow afternoons by the heated outdoor pool before heading into Saint-Florent for the evening.
Thoughtful touches everywhere
A 24/7 honesty bar, complimentary tea, coffee and filtered water help the hotel feel more like a welcoming home than a traditional hotel.
The kind of place that immediately relaxes you
Friendly staff, beautiful gardens and an easy-going atmosphere make it somewhere you'll happily spend an extra day.
Our take on the stay
Basgi Basgi doesn't feel designed around luxury. It feels designed around enjoying life, and that's far more memorable.
Curated by
Eliza
What guests loved
The heated saltwater pool
The restaurant
The exceptional breakfast
The welcoming staff
Best for
Corsica escapes • Great food • Heated pool • Slow living
Good to know
28 rooms, suites and one duplex
Check-in from 16:00
Check-out until 11:00
Honesty bar
Yoga, Pilates and sound-bath sessions offered on selected dates
Electric mountain bikes available free for half-day use
Secure free private parking with EV charging available
Pets are allowed
Open seasonally from April to November
Around 500 metres from Tettola Beach
Around 20 minutes on foot from Saint-Florent village
Around 35 minutes by car from Bastia Airport
Amenities
Yoga
Pet friendly
Poolside bar
Free parking
About the destination
Corsica
Corsica is an island of rugged mountains, turquoise bays, and winding coastal roads, where Mediterranean beaches meet forests and traditional hilltop villages. From quiet fishing harbours to dramatic hiking trails, the landscape feels wild and remarkably untouched, inviting a slower pace of travel. Boutique Hôtel Basgi Basgi is set within this natural setting, offering a peaceful stay that reflects the island’s laid-back spirit and deep connection to its surroundings.
