The Best Hotels in Sicily

Offering panoramic views across the Bay of Palermo, Rocco Forte Villa Igiea is 2 km from Palermo Harbour. It features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and elegant rooms and suites.

Every room has a different design and layout at Rocco Forte Villa Igiea and no two are the same. They do however have many facilities in common, including air conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view movies and a writing desk. Some offer views of the Tyrrhenian Sea or Pellegrino mountain.

Drinks are available from the bar, while the restaurant serves Sicilian specialities. You will also find a gym, solarium and massage rooms at this luxury 5-star hotel.

Free parking is provided.

Taormina’s Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina is opposite the Greek Theatre and offers panoramic views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. It features an outdoor pool and spa.

Rooms at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina are all air conditioned and offer, satellite TV, minibar, private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have views of the sea or the hotel gardens with magnolias, cypress and palm trees.

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina serves an American buffet breakfast. The Michelin starred restaurant serves both Sicilian and Mediterranean cooking, and Literary Terrace & Bar provides drinks and snacks on its sea-view terrace.

The wellness centre at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina includes a sauna, Turkish bath, gym and massage services. Guests can also relax on the nearby private beach, using the free beach shuttle service.

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina is 5 km from the Taormina-Giardini Naxos Train Station and 45 minutes' drive from Catania Airport. Private transfers can be arranged to and from the airport and train station.

Set at an altitued of 500 metres above the sea level, at the foot of Mount Etna, Monaci delle Terre Nere is 2 km outside the town of Zafferana Etnea. A former winery surrounded by the greenery and vineywards, it offers free Wi-Fi and parking.
The property extends over a surface of 25 hectares and the rooms are distributed throughout the entire area.

Set either in the main historical building or immersed in the property's vineyards, the elegant rooms at this boutique property have original features such as wood-beamed ceilings or exposed stone walls. Each one has a balcony or patio with a view of the garden, sea or Mount Etna.

An organic breakfast buffet is served daily. The property has over 100 species of fruit on site and produces its own vegetables, which can be enjoyed at the Locanda Nerello restaurant, open for lunch and dinner.

The Monaci delle Terre Nere is 20 minutes' drive from the nearest beach and from the town of Acireale. Taormina is 35 km away and a shuttle service is available to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, 40 minutes away by car.

The property has a wine cellar of its own production, has a private helicopter landing pad.

The property offers services for families.

The 5-star Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina mare offers a lovely setting overlooking the Mediterranea Sea, just a 5-minute drive from Taormina’s centre. It features a private beach, an outdoor pool, kids club and wellness facilities.

The elegant rooms and suites are decorated with refined fabrics and antique furniture. Each one comes with free Wi-Fi, plus Acqua di Parma bathroom toiletries. Most accommodation comes with a furnished sea-view balcony.

Ristorante Sant'Andrea serves Sicilian cuisine and fresh seafood on its beautiful terrace with panoramic views of the Bay of Mazzarò. In the newly added fine-dining restaurant by the water's edge, Brizza, the chef has curated an immersive culinary experience through the finest Sicilian delicacies paired with outstanding wines.

The Villa’s wellness centre is surrounded by tropical gardens and also features a fitness centre with new Technogym equipment. In-room massages and treatments are also available.

The Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina mare organises a free shuttle service to and from Taormina and free boat cruises along the coast are organized during the summer months. A private shuttle service can be arranged to and from the airport and station.

The hotel is in front of the cable car to Taormina old town. Taormina-Giardini Naxos Station is a 5-minute drive away, while Catania Airport is 60 km from the property.

Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes is an elegant Art Nouveau building, right outside the restricted traffic area. It is a 5-minute walk from Palermo’s Massimo and Politeama Theatres. The property has classically furnished rooms and an extensive continental breakfast.

Rooms at Des Palmes are decorated with traditional furniture and fine fabrics. Each has air conditioning, satellite TV and a minibar.

Breakfast is served in a luxurious hall, and includes Sicilian specialties such as almond pastries and granita crushed ice in summer. Neo-Bistrot serves cocktails prepared by an expert mixologist. The on-site restaurant is open for dinner and offers a blend of Mediterranean and European cuisine.

Palermo Port, where ferries depart for Cagliari and Naples, is a 10-minute walk away. Palermo Cathedral is 1.6 km from the hotel.

Offering a hot tub and fitness centre, Le Calette N°5 is situated in Cefalù in the Sicily Region, a 5-minute drive from the centre and the Cathedral Basilica of Cefalù. The resort has an outdoor pool, children's playground and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

Every modern and elegant room at this resort is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV and views of the swimming pool and of the sea. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer.

You will also have a free shuttle service to the beach from June to September.

This resort has a private beach area and water sports facilities and bike hire is available.

Calette Reef Club and Calette Beach are available from June to September.

Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, diving and hiking. The resort also offers car hire. Falcone-Borsellino Airport is 83 km away.

Villa Athena, a modern 5-star hotel, is located within Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features a wellness centre, an outdoor pool, and both free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.

This elegant 18th-century villa is just 200 meters from the Temple of Concordia, a true masterpiece from the 5th century BC.

The rooms of Villa Athena Resort are air conditioned, and feature a TV and a private marble bathroom. Some have views of the garden, and some overlook the temples. An American breakfast is served daily.

There is a famous restaurant on site, the Terrazza degli Dei, with panoramic views.

The property's staff can organise car transfers to all airports in Sicily, guided tours and a romantic dinner.

Grand Hotel Des Etrangers is located in the centre of Ortigia Island and boasts beautiful sea views. It features a restaurant specialising in national cuisine.

Rooms and suites at Grand Hotel Des Etrangers are air conditioned and come with an international TV channels, wooden floors and a private bathroom. Most rooms have a balcony, while some also have sea views.

The hotel restaurant serves the finest Italian dishes. The breakfast room offers panoramic views over Siracusa's coast line, while the Roof Garden has a wonderful terrace for outdoor dining.

The Hotel reveals the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Each space is different, but everywhere there is a sense of peace and luxury.

Hotel Le Calette is set in a splendid bay, overlooking the sea, a short distance from the centre of Cefalù. It has a private beach, a green park and free WiFi throughout.

All rooms at Le Calette are air-conditioned and have Pay TV. Some offer views of the sea or of the garden. The bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer.

The on site restaurants serve both local and Italian cuisine with a slight focus on fish and seafood dishes. Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet and is available daily.

Situated in one a beautiful area of Sicily, Le Calette Hotel is just a few km from the Madonie Mountains.

Caletta Presidiana is always open, Calette Reef Club will be open from June until September, and Caletta Selvaggia and Calette Beach will open in June.

This impressive 17th-century castle is set in a 10-acre park on the coast 20 minutes' drive from Taormina. In summer, Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA has its own private beach.

Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel offers suites set in its private park. Each suite is air conditioned and features a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. A buffet breakfast is served each morning.

The property has 2 restaurants. Mastri Flavetta is a traditional Sicilian dining hall that is open for dinner from May until 31 October. During summer, you can dine outdoors at Giardino di Pietra and the grill restaurant by the pool is open for lunch.

A spa including a hot tub, a Turkish bath and a sauna is available on site. There is a tennis court and bikes can be rented at reception.

Castello di San Marco is 5 minutes' drive from Calatabiano and is ideal for visiting Taormina and Mount Etna. Popular local activities include horse riding, scuba diving and sightseeing tours.

Located on Siracusa's Ortigia island, Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection features a spa, an indoor pool and a restaurant. This converted Art Nouveau post office offers rooms with air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV.

Rooms at Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection come with a kettle, a minibar and a private bathroom with soft bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms have views over the Porto Piccolo marina.

Guests can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast daily.

The wellness centre includes 2 Turkish baths, a sauna and a gym. There is also a hairdresser's and a beauty salon.

The 24-hour front desk provides currency exchange and a tour desk. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available.

The Temple of Apollo and the Ortigia Street Market are 250 metres from the property. Siracusa Cathedral is a 10-minute walk away.

Villa Paradiso enjoys views of the Bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. This renovated, historical property is in the centre of Taormina, and offers unique rooms with a private balcony or terrace, overlooking the sea, garden, or town. The cable car to the beach is 10 minutes' walk away.

Rooms at Villa Paradiso feature antique furniture and original works of art. Each room has a minibar and satellite TV.

Roof top bar "Settimo Cielo" is open from 4.00 pm till 11.00 pm. You will find a lounge with a well-stocked library and a veranda overlooking the gardens. The shared lounge also features an original Mirò painting.

From the 1st of June till the 30th of September, our guests have access to Nuova Spiaggia Paradiso in Letojanni (7km), including a free parasol and sun lounger.

Set on Ortigia Island overlooking the Ionian Sea, Algilà Ortigia Charme is right on the seafront. It features elegant, air-conditioned rooms equipped with antique furnishings from the 1700s. WiFi here is free.

It is housed in 3 buildings dating from 1700 decorated with antique furniture and decorations.

Each room comes with antique furniture and a private bathroom with decorated tiles. Some rooms boast wood-beamed ceilings or a four-poster bed.

Breakfast is buffet style, and includes Sicilian specialities such as organic marmalades. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with seafood specialities and a choice of gluten-free meals.

Other services offered at the property include free rental bike and free phone calls in Europe and North America.

Algilà Ortigia Charme Hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Siracusa Cathedral and 1 km from Castello Maniace. The ancient Greek amphitheatre is 10 minutes away by car.

Boasting a shared terrace, bar and free WiFi throughout, Asmundo di Gisira is in the old town of Catania, 350 metres from Catania Cathedral and a 2-minute walk from Casa di Verga. This property features design rooms with artworks and air conditioning.

All rooms at the guest house come with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms at Asmundo di Gisira also have a balcony.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet-style continental breakfast.

The property is 230 metres from Catania's Roman Amphitheatre and around a 4-minute walk from Ursino Castle. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

Situated in Porto Empedocle, 2.5 km from Marinella Beach, Borgo delle Pietre features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

At the hotel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms at Borgo delle Pietre are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box.

Punta Grande Beach is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Heraclea Minoa is 29 km from the property. Comiso Airport is 120 km away.

Nestled in the historical centre of Palermo, the Porta di Castro is set in a carefully restored townhouse dating back to the 1500s. All air-conditioned rooms come with free Wi-Fi.

Well placed for exploring Palermo on foot, Porta di Castro is 300 metres from the lively Ballarò Market. The Cathedral is a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms feature original stone walls and archways. Each has a TV and a private bathroom, plus a fridge. Some rooms boast a balcony.

Fresh fruit and warm croissants are served at breakfast. You will find a choice of restaurants, cafés and shops within a 5-minute walk.

With panoramic views of Caldura Bay and Rocca of Cefalù, Hotel Kalura has direct access to a private beach. It offers a pool, a tennis court and a scuba diving school, as well as free high-speed WiFi.

Mediterranean-style rooms at the Kalura are air conditioned and include satellite TV and a minibar. All have a balcony and most overlook the sea.

Breakfast can be enjoyed while admiring the Sicilian coastline. Local specialities are served at the restaurant, along with a list of 100 Sicilian wines. There also is an on-site shop with typical Sicilian products and books.

In spring and autumn, there are walking and cycling tours while yoga, art and photography classes are available from March to November. There are bikes to rent and free parasols and deckchairs at the beach and swimming platform.

The property is 2 km from Cefalù centre. Free parking is provided and you are 10 minutes' drive from the A20 Motorway.

With garden views, IUTA Farm is located in Noto and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, seasonal outdoor pool and terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries, bidet, shower and bath. There is also a fridge, minibar and a coffee machine.

Continental and vegetarian breakfast options are available daily at IUTA Farm.

Hiking and cycling can be enjoyed nearby.

Cattedrale di Noto is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Vendicari Natural Reserve is 14 km away. Comiso Airport is 75 km from the property.

Situated in Viagrande, Relais San Giuliano provides a garden, shared lounge and bar. The accommodation offers free WiFi.

Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while some units at Relais San Giuliano also boast a terrace. The units at the accommodation have air conditioning and a desk.

A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property.

Relais San Giuliano offers a sun terrace.

Catania is 13 km from the hotel, while Taormina is 31 km from the property. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 16 km away.

Set in the Sicilian countryside, Masseria Susafa is an ancient stone farmhouse from the 18th century. It features a cosy lounge with a fireplace, and an outdoor swimming pool.

In the morning, guests can enjoy a varied buffet breakfast with homemade cakes, biscuits and tarts. The guesthouse also produces its own corn, olive oil and jams.

The restaurant Il Granaio serves Italian and Sicilian cuisine. Meals are served in a characteristic dining room with high-vaulted ceilings and stone walls.

Susafa Masseria offers a communal cinema room, and free WiFi in the public areas.

Rooms are all located on the ground floor and have a private entrance. They face the property’s garden, which is equipped with chairs and sun loungers.

The farmouse is 22 km from Polizzi Generosa. Cefalù and Madonie National Park are a 45-minute drive away.

Surrounded by Mediterranean gardens with a summer outdoor pool, Boutique Hotel Donna Carmela is a boutique hotel set 7 km from Riposto. This property offers free WiFi, modern-style rooms, luxurious bungalows and a one-bedroom house.

Accomodation is air conditioned, and includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer. Some suites are set on 2 levels, bungalows are set in eco-friendly wooden bungalows and the house has a small hydromassage pool and kitchenette.

The on-site restaurant specialises in gourmet Sicilian dishes accompanied by a good selection of local wines.

Guests can rent 1 of Donna Carmela boutique hotel's free bicycles to explore the surrounding area.

The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Acireale and Taormina is 20 km from the property. Catania Fontanarossa Airport can be reached in 35 minutes by car.

Located in Giarre, 28 km from Taormina Cable Car - Mazzaro Station, Ramo d'Aria Etna Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Ramo d'Aria Etna Boutique Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels.

Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 4-star hotel.

Isola Bella is 28 km from Ramo d'Aria Etna Boutique Hotel, while Taormina Cable Car - Upper Station is 30 km away. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 34 km from the property.

Located in the centre of Catania, Palazzo Marletta Luxury House Hotel is situated 2.9 km from Lido Arcobaleno and 60 metres from Catania Piazza Duomo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Palazzo Marletta Luxury House Hotel each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Italian options.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga, Roman Theatre of Catania and Ursino Castle. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 5 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated in Noto, 6.6 km from Cattedrale di Noto, Battimandorlo features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a terrace and garden views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Battimandorlo offers some rooms that have a balcony, and each room is fitted with a kettle. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Vendicari Natural Reserve is 15 km from Battimandorlo, while Castello Eurialo is 40 km away. Comiso Airport is 68 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Boasting a bar, A.D. 1768 Boutique Hotel is situated in Ragusa in the Sicily region, 21 km from Castello di Donnafugata and 33 km from Marina di Modica. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge, room service and free WiFi. Some rooms at the property have a terrace with a city view.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet.

Speaking English, French and Italian, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception.

Comiso Airport is 23 km from the property.

Featuring a garden with a free outdoor pool, Doric Eco Boutique Resort & Spa is 2 km from the UNESCO-protected Valley of the Temples. The property offers a traditional restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Overlooking Juno’s Temple, the sea and either the pool or the garden, uniquely decorated rooms and studios come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Some room come with a private pool.

A buffet-style breakfast is prepared daily. Open for lunch and dinner upon request, the restaurant specialises in regional and national cuisine, prepared with herbs from the property's garden.

Agrigento centre is 6 km away, and you can reach Porto Empedocle ferry harbour in 15 minutes by car. Scala dei Turchi is 15 km away.

Q92 Noto Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Noto. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms have a kettle, while selected rooms also offer a balcony and others also have city views.

A buffet, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Cattedrale di Noto is 200 metres from Q92 Noto Hotel, while Vendicari Natural Reserve is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comiso Airport, 73 km from the accommodation.

Set in the Trapani City Centre of Trapani, Room Of Andrea is located 1.4 km from Trapani Port and 3.3 km from Funivia Trapani Erice. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers an outdoor swimming pool, a 24-hour front desk, where staff can assist guests, as well as free WiFi throughout the property.

The units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Guests at Room Of Andrea can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

The nearest airport is Trapani Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.

Hotel Baglio Oneto dei Principi di San Lorenzo is housed in a restored feudal dwelling from the 18th-Century in the countryside of Marsala, 10 km from the centre. The property offers a restaurant, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool overlooking the sea.

Featuring a balcony or terrace, all rooms are quiet and come with stylish furnishings and memory-foam mattresses. Each includes a smart TV, electric kettle and air conditioning, plus a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms offer views of the sea and Egadi Islands.

Restaurant on site serves local and gourmte specialities for lunch and dinner, to be enjoyed outdoors or indoors in four different locations. The wine cellar offers a fine selection of local and international wines, as well as wine produced on site.

The property organises visit of baglio and daily tastings of wine and oil produced on site by the Palmeri-Oneto family. During summer, light lunches are served at the pool bar.

A free outdoor fitness pathway is available on site. A personal trainer is available on request.

Baglio Oneto Hotel is a 5-minute drive from the centre of Marsala, and features a free electric car charging station, free parking and free bike rental. Trapani Airport is just 6 km away.

Surrounded by orange and lemon groves in Archi, Zash Boutique Hotel offers stylish rooms and suites, a garden, restaurant and terrace. Guests can explore the local area on the property’s free bikes, and Wi-Fi is free throughout.

Organic eggs, homemade cakes, croissants and fresh fruit are served daily at breakfast, and in summer months, guests can also enjoy a traditional Granita iced drink. The restaurant specialises in typical Sicilian dishes.

Modern rooms at the Zash Hotel all come with air conditioning, a minibar and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer.

The property offers free private parking, and is a 3-minute drive from beaches and the Mediterranean Sea.The popular town of Taormina is 25 km away.