Aparthotels in Ajaccio, Corsica's Capital

Novaya Suites opens directly onto Lazaret Beach in Ajaccio, which makes beach days with children wonderfully simple. Family rooms have a balcony or terrace and a fully equipped kitchen, so meals can follow the family's rhythm. Sea views from the sun terrace and the garden are a highlight, and adults can use the sauna and fitness room. Units are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi. The rating of 9.7 is exceptional, though it rests on about 60 reviews so far.

Résidence Dicieppo in Ajaccio is an aparthotel set up for family stays, with family rooms, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and a large garden. Children have the pool and the garden to play in, and the barbecue area makes outdoor family meals easy. Balconies look onto the mountains, and the terrace overlooks the pool and garden, so parents can keep an eye on things. Free private parking helps families travelling by car around Corsica. No restaurant or kids' club is listed.

Résidence Eden Suites works well for families who want their own space in Ajaccio. Each unit has a kitchenette, a private bathroom, air-conditioning, a terrace and a balcony with sea views. Dolce Vita Beach is a two-minute walk away, and the seasonal outdoor pool gives children a second place to swim. Private parking helps, since the main sights of Ajaccio are a short drive rather than a walk. WiFi is free. There is no restaurant listed, so meals are self-catered or taken out.

Domitys Le Jardin des Palmiers works like an aparthotel: each unit in Ajaccio has a kitchenette, a dining area, air conditioning and a balcony with city views, which makes meals with children easy. The indoor pool is useful on windy days, and the garden gives everyone some outdoor space. There is also a fitness centre, a restaurant serving afternoon tea and cocktails, and a bar. Guests rate it 8.7 out of 10 across 306 reviews.

Résidence Mademoiselle Joséphine sits on a quiet street in Ajaccio, a short walk from Saint-François beach and the Town Hall, so beach mornings with children need no car. Each air-conditioned unit has a fully equipped kitchen, a dining table and a sofa bed, which gives a family room to spread out and cook. WiFi is free and each unit has a private bathroom and a TV. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 222 reviews.

Résidence Easy Lodge is a self-catering aparthotel in Ajaccio, close to Lazaret beach and the airport, and I recommend it to families exploring Corsica by car. Every air-conditioned unit has a kitchenette with a dishwasher and microwave, a dining area, a sofa bed and a balcony, so meals and nap times stay simple. Parking on site is free, WiFi is free, and the private check-in and check-out suit arrivals at any hour.