Bastia-Poretta Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Bastia-Poretta Airport is about 20 km south of the city, connected by an STIB shuttle and by taxi in about 25-30 minutes. Those arriving or departing at awkward times can choose a hotel on the south side of Bastia, closer to the road to the airport; those who want to enjoy the Vieux Port and the Citadelle are better off in the centre, a short walk from the port and the bus station. Those with a car and looking for quiet can head up into the hills to the north, to San Martino di Lota, with views over the gulf.

South entrance to Bastia

Airport area · on the road leading to the airport, a few minutes less than from the centre; taxi to the terminal in about 20-25 minutes

Best for: those who need to catch a very early flight or land late at night

Pros

Closer to the main road to the airport than the centre
Shopping mall with supermarket two minutes' walk away
Arinella beach reachable in a few minutes by car

Cons

Residential area, not very suited to those who want to stroll in the evening
A car or taxi is needed to get around, nothing within walking distance

Recommended hotels in this area

Ostella Spa & Resort: Resort at the south entrance to the city, convenient for those who need to be close to the airport without staying right in the centre.

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Vieux Port and Citadelle

City centre · STIB shuttle or taxi from the airport in about 25-30 minutes, with a stop in front of the station

Best for: the old port to experience in the evening, among restaurants and strolls

Pros

Restaurants, the old port and the cathedral within walking distance
Bus/ferry station a few minutes away
Sea views from several hotels on the Citadelle

Cons

Parking is difficult and often paid
Some streets can be noisy on summer evenings

Recommended hotels in this area

Hôtel Des Gouverneurs: Inside the pedestrian Citadelle, two minutes from the Vieux Port, with an indoor pool and views over the gulf.
Best Western Montecristo-Bastia: Renovated in 2021, 900 metres from the port, a good practical base for those not seeking period charm.
Hôtel Napoléon: Small hotel a short walk from Place Saint-Nicolas and the Vieux Port, with an airport shuttle stop nearby.

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Hills of San Martino di Lota

Nearby town · a car is needed; from here, Bastia centre and the airport can only be reached by road, over 30 minutes to the terminal

Best for: those with a car who want to stay outside the city, with views over the gulf of Bastia

Pros

Panoramic position in the hills above the gulf
Pool and garden, a good choice for those who want to rest
Away from the traffic of the centre

Cons

A car is essential, no direct connection
Not suited to those with a very early flight

Recommended hotels in this area

Hôtel Pietracap: Hotel with a pool in the hills of San Martino di Lota, convenient only for those travelling by car who want to stay outside the centre.

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