OUR HOTEL SELECTION IN SICILY
Historically, culturally, geographically, Sicily is a tempestuous island. Located in the centre of the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily's identity has been buffeted by centuries of marine trade and ever-changing alliances. Once a kingdom in its own right, Sicily boasts an impressive cultural heritage, its own language and the largest active volcano in Europe.
Catania, Sicily's second largest city, and the picturesque resort of Taormina are both located at the foot of Mount Etna in the east, where the dramatic slopes reach the salty Ionian Sea. Further south, Syracuse and its old quarter Ortegia are steeped in the style and mythology of their ancient Greek origins.
Balarte Hotel & Other
Nestled in the heart of the southern Sicilian countryside, between the historic towns of Modica and Ispica, Balarte Hotel & Other is a unique design hotel, created with the collaboration of seven young artists from the Academy of Fine Arts in Catania. With just seven rooms - two superior and five suites - Balarte Hotel & Other offers luxury boutique-style accommodation and great facilities in a charming rural setting.
An oasis of peace and tranquillity, Balarte Hotel & Other is a unique combination of striking forms and colours and the latest cutting-edge technology. Featuring a design based on Futurism, with minimalistic forms and locally sourced stone, Balarte Hotel & Other boasts a large outdoor bio-pool, and a delightful garden with age-old olive and citrus trees. Every morning, a rich buffet breakfast is served at Balarte Hotel & Other, with a delicious range of sweet and savoury dishes and fresh fruit, all exclusively prepared with farm-fresh produce from the region. For guests who wish to stay in the hotel in the evening rather than sampling the many excellent restaurants in the area, Balarte Hotel also offers a range of simple dishes like caprese, locally sourced cured meats and cheeses, piadina, and fresh salads and fruit.
BB22 Charming Rooms, Palermo
Located in the heart of Baroque Palermo, BB22 Charming Rooms is situated in the 15th century Palazzo Pantelleria. Recently having undergone an extensive renovation, this charming property offers spacious boutique-style bed and breakfast accommodation in a fascinating heritage setting.
Ideal for relaxing stays in the the bustling centre of this magnificent city, BB22 Charming Rooms is within easy reach of many of the most important landmarks and attractions of Palermo, including the port and the marina, San Domenico Church, the cathedral, Piazza Pretoria, and much, much more.
BB22 Charming Rooms has been carefully and originally decorated, and furnished with passion, originality and taste. Designer furniture, fittings and lighting have been skilfully combined with unique antiques and curios. A covered terrace and a living area offer guests a comfortable space for breakfast, moments of quiet relaxation or a pleasant aperitif.
Borgo Alveria, Noto
Borgo Alveria is a special kind of boutique hotel set in the Italian countryside on the Mediterranean island of Sicily. Inland between Syracuse and Ragusa, Borgo Alveria is about 10 Km away from Noto Antica. Combining agriculture, contemporary renewal and traditional hospitality, Borgo Alveria is a place where past meets future, halfway between experience and experiment; a place for meditation, discovery and the meeting of like minded people.
As part of the UNESCO World Heritage area, there are many nearby architectural, cultural and natural places of interest such as Baroque Scicli in Modica, Marzamemi Harbour, Cava Grande Nature Reserve, Cava Cultrera, San Corrado di Fuori, the area of Eloro, Roman mosaics of Villa Del Tellaro; and the Wetlands & Wildlife Nature Reserve of Vendicari (Oasi Faunistica of Vendicari).
The resort features exclusive accommodation with modern comforts, a swimming pool, a long farmhouse hosting the restaurant, and several orchards, gardens and 19 hectares of land, partly cultivated and partly wild. Enjoy the beauty, the conviviality and the passion for this land. Share the sense of wellness and welcome with selective guests from all over the world, each with a distinct background but all tuned in to the same dreams.
Cambiocavallo Unesco Area & Resort, Modica
Enjoying a delightful location in the heart of the Val di Noto countryside, just four kilometres from the sea at Pozzallo, Cambiocavallo Unesco Area & Resort is situated in a lovingly restored ancient "posada", a historic staging inn for travellers on horseback. Lovingly converted and modernised by its architect owners, this charming property offers luxurious boutique accommodation and friendly, welcoming service in an idyllic rural setting.
Within easy reach of many of the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Val di Noto, especially Modica, Ragusa and Noto, Cambiocavallo Unesco Area & Resort is also close to some fabulous beaches, including Pozzallo, Sampieri and Santa Maria del Focallo. The resort offers special deals with a nearby kite-surfing school and beach club. After a busy day's sightseeing, guests can wind down and relax with a cooling dip in the pool, or request a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage.
A healthy buffet breakfast is served every morning at Cambiocavallo Unesco Area & Resort, either in the restaurant, in the shade of the ancient carob tree in the central patio, or in guests rooms. This essential start to the day consists of a delicious range of organic and home-made products, including cakes and biscuits, marmalades and home-made quince jelly, bio honey from the Iblei mountains, cold cuts, cheese products and organic eggs from the nearby farm, fresh ricotta cheese, and km 0 fruit and vegetables. On prior request, a range of set menus are served in the evenings in the restaurant.
Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa, Taormina
http://www.castellosanmarco.it/
The San Marco Castle is set near the Ionian Sea, on the eastern Sicilian coast, between the romantic town of Taormina and the blazing volcano Etna.
This historic boutique hotel has 30 pretty, stylish suites, all with a small terrace and located in the gorgeous castle park.
The suites have the warmth of historic dwellings and the charm and fascination of classic Sicilian atmosphere is in every corner of Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa.