A visit to Sicily is truly a feast for all senses. The Mediterranean island is a foodie’s paradise, offering rustic fare that makes the most of local bounty. Crispy/creamy arancini – fried balls of rice filled with cheese and sauce – are mouthfuls of heaven. The Sicilian sweet tooth has manifested in some of the world’s finest desserts, like icy granita and sinful cannoli. Give your stomach a quick break and visually devour the Baroque architecture of Catania or the awesome holy monuments of Agrigento.
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5 based on 110 reviews
Molto bene! Great service, the man that welcomed us was really helpful, showed us places to visit and made sure we understood everything despite our lacking italian. The room was great as well, same as the location. We really enjoyed our stay!
4.5 based on 299 reviews
The elegant Villa Ambra is 500 m from Noto's Corso Vittorio Emanuele, and offers a rooftop terrace with views of the town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It provides free guarded parking, and a lounge with piano. From the lounges to the comfortable rooms, all interiors are air conditioned. The rooms feature a TV and private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. A sweet breakfast including hot and cold beverages, homemade cakes, and seasonal fruit is served daily at Villa Ambra B&B. A range of organic products is available on request. You can admire views of Noto's many churches and monuments from the rooftop terrace. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The beach at Lido di Noto is 15 minutes away by car.
We only stayed for one night at Villa Ambra while on a recent bike tour in the south of Sicily but we really enjoyed our stay. Ambra and her father were both very friendly and helpful, there was plenty of space for our mountain bikes out the back, the room was clean and comfortable and the food was really delicious. Unfortunately we couldn't take any of the delicious carob syrup they make with us.....but we'll be back another time for that! Grazie mille per l'ospitalità!
5 based on 79 reviews
The B&B lies along one of the most outstanding streets of the old town in the elegant shopping area of Palermo. It is completely renovated with a modern elegant style, is part of an ancient aristocratic building in front of the famous Politeama theatre, here you can have elegant rooms with air conditioning and TV. Furnished with a contemporary style, the rooms have a private bathroom, minibar, safe with digital electronic lock and Wi-Fi. In the morning you can have an Italian and continental breakfast. The B&B lies in the city centre, hence the choice of the name, it is only 300 metres away from the port of Palermo and a few steps away from the cathedral of the city, from Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele, from the regional archaeological museum, from the elegant via Libertà and via Ruggero Settimo, the ideal shopping streets. A few steps away from the B&B there is the bus stop of the famous Hop On a comfortable way to visit the city of Palermo.
Do yourself a favor and stay at this property when you're in Palermo! The service is first rate from booking and even beyond checkout! Oueded went ABOVE AND BEYOND to help us during our stay! We were celebrating our 10th Anniversary while we were at their property and she decorated our room to welcome us! She arranged the best restaurant for us to celebrate with great food &an incredible view - (Seven Restaurant!) She met us on the street when we couldn't find the drugstore and arranged for a Covid-19 test (which was required for our return to the US) to take place right in the B&B! Aside from all of the thoughtful, caring and helpful assistance she gave us, she is a lovely person! The guy who checked us in (Davide?) was also very helpful & thorough. He greeted us in our cab on the street, walked us to the B&B, gave us a ton of information, an intro to the room, how it works & suggestions for our stay. The B&B itself was also wonderful. It's in a great location with a very safe, easy entrance. Our room was spacious and comfortable with a nice bathroom, a small refrigerator & tea kettle. We had a balcony which overlooked a quiet street. Some coffee & snacks available in the central dining area but they give you a certificate for a local restaurant for breakfast. We did not do this because by the time we got moving, we wanted more than a light breakfast. The Wi-Fi was the best we had in Italy! The AC was cold. I really can't brag enough about this wonderful experience!
5 based on 236 reviews
Inside the historic center of Mazara del Vallo, a symbol of history and culture, is the attractive building where it is housed the B. & B. Courtyard St. Augustine, richly decorated historic building with marble and tiles that will tell you about the exploits of the ancient leaders who through the centuries have dominated the Val di Mazara, tell of battles and the people who came from far away, have conquered this territory and introduced their customs, traditions and religions. Stay at B & B. Courtyard St. Augustine means to live the ancient history, breathe the smells and see the colors of Sicily of the past. This place is a patchwork of different cultures intimately mixed together to provide a single example of a multi-ethnic experiences. The stone structures, colorful rooms, the ancient majolica and fine marble express the characteristics of the city of Mazara del Vallo, a meeting place of different cultures merged together over the centuries that manifest themselves in the sunshine and in the reception of the Sicilian people . Typical surroundings, unique and original, distinguishes it from uniformity and anonymity by giving it a touch of the extraordinary to witness an ancient heritage. Stay at Courtyard Santagostino means to live the legacy of the past in the testimony of a rich artistic heritage of different cultural contributions brought from distant peoples to each other, but united in the significant contribution that underpins the layered history of the Sicilian people. Courtyard St. Augustine is a comfortable Bed and Breakfast with independent air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathroom and equipped with all the comforts typical of a superior hotel, is located in city center and has ample parking outside.
The most amazing hotel not only by the design and facility but most importantly by people working there. All of them make you feel like home by being super helpful and very welcome from the second they see you. Breakfast was just unbelievable with Homemade pastries which was unforgettable!!! One of them we even asked for the recipe as it was so unbelievably delicious! Also we got a recommendation for the perfect dinner in the city. All in all it was our best stay during the entire 10 day trip around Sicily. I recommend everyone who at anytime will have a chance to stay here, definitely to book at least a night at this gorgeous hotel ?
5 based on 205 reviews
Your home in the heart of marvellous Marsala, where you are going to enjoy an exclusive atmosphere among natural and architectural wonders. “Viacolvento” is a vintage mansion with the reviving style of a distant past, high standard services, fine décor and trendy design furniture which turn it into a unique and unforgettable environment where to relax while tasting the flavour of a distinct holiday. It is indeed a wellness oasis located in the heart of Marsala, a windy city with colours such as tuff yellow, sea blue, Marsala red, salt white, vineyard green. Our “dream team” of young and enthusiastic professionals is expecting you to fulfill your requests and ensure an outstanding stay. From the reception area to the rooms and the tastefully furnished lounges and solarium, a warm hospitality enriches your experience within a familiar and distinguished ambience. Harmony, attention and professionalism offer positive energy for your stay. A unique place in Marsala,“Viacolvento” has conceived rooms with attention to details and diverse needs, providing guests with comfort and special features. Nothing is left to chance in the residence’s décor, as its historic furniture has been preserved as much as possible and every detail tells about this ancient building, from the elegant ceramic tiles to the old doors which were reused to create closets. Particulars become a way of rediscovering the preciousness of materials, shapes and colours in a constant pursuit of a balance between private and social living dimension, which may not disregard today’s taste and trends. Ours is a concept holiday residence conceived in order to combine elegance and comfort with the characteristic discretion and privacy of Via XIX Luglio. Besides, “Viacolvento” is energy saving and building sustainability oriented, so as to offer a low impact stay thanks to environmentally friendly technologies and alternative energy sources.
We were positively impressed by the quality of the hotel and the customer service at Viacolvento. We were able to park our hire car right next to this quiet and central location which was perfect to visit both the town center and the surrounding area. The director welcomed us and made us feel at home, he gave us some great tips about local “must see” spots. Overall an excellent place to stay in Marsala.
5 based on 53 reviews
The villa dominates the site where Cicerone located the tomb of the legendary mathematician Archimedes of Syracuse. It is located 300 mt far from the Archeological Neapolis Park which includes the Greek Teather, the Roman Amphitheater and the Dionysius Ear, in the heart of Grotticelle Necropolis area, traced back to fifth century BC. The Dimora Archimedea was built in the second half of 1800, and it shows different styles due to the owners who followed until today. The actual owner preserved what he found about 15 years ago, restoring every single architectural detail, including the large garden where you will feel the atmosphere of Magna Grecia.
Our hosts were so so helpful - always happy to research things for us and give us information. The breakfast was lovely and filling and our room was beautiful. The location of the hotel is brilliant - right next to the main ruins of Syracuse, and there are even some caves in the hotel garden!
4.5 based on 483 reviews
Elegant mansion built between 1700 and 1800 offers accommodation in suites and rooms. The rooms which feature air conditioning and are fitted with en-suit bathroom. The Villa is situated less than 1 km. from Piazza Armerina and is surrounded by 50,000 sq. m. or green countryside. Ideal for relaxing tourism, cultural and gastronomic stays. The villa has a large outdoor pool, surrounded by a Mediterranean sensory garden (the use of swimming cap is mandatory. Excellent meals exclusively cooked for the Villa’s guests can be enjoyed upon reservation.
Lovely place with a patio and grounds where you can listen to songbirds, roosters, and several local dogs. Our room was cozy and clean, and the owner was solicitous for our comfort. The heat in the room worked very well (in March). The true and unique distinction of this place, though, is the dinner (optional at 28 euro) and breakfast (included with room). We had other wonderful meals in Sicily, but it was thrilling to get to know some actual home cooking. Dinner was served in the hotel's small dining room, and the chef came out following the meal to accept our congratulations. The charge for dinner also included, on request, a glass of wine earlier in the evening which arrived with bar snacks as a nice surprise. They can't possibly serve the same dishes every night in case guests stay for a while, but our meal in March 2022 included: (1) A half liter or so of Nero d'Avola for two people, plus a modest pour of Frappato with the main course (2) Bruschetta of artichoke and of tomato (3) Semi-hard cheeses and spicy pepperoni, with white bread (4) Hot starters: arancini of peas and mozzarella; panella, a Palermo dish which may have been battered cheese; thin spinach frittata; and slices of eggplant, sauteed then baked with fresh mozzarella and chopped tomato (5) Primo piatto, a totally remarkable pasta dish that it would be impossible to put on a restaurant menu. This was cauliflower sauce served with penne, very dense and lightly flavored with salt and oil with a few raisins and pine nuts, dusted with bread crumbs to complete the effect of totally white food. Our server said its name was "brocco," although the recipe for this dish that I found online was called more descriptively "Pasta con il cavolfiore alla Siciliana." There was very little salt in this dish; the Villa Trigonia's chef used either less salt or more salt than we were used to, which made us want to conduct further research. (6) the secondo piatto, very lean pork tenderloin sliced and prepared in an intense sauce of caramelized onion with a little vinegar. The onion is a backbone of Sicilian cooking for aroma, as they don't use many fresh herbs. The pork was accompanied by (a) a stunning salad of cross-sectioned peeled blood orange heavily flavored with green onion; (b) salad of tomato and slivered romaine in a sherry vinegar dressing, nicely salty; and (c) oily roasted potatoes seasoned not with rosemary as in other parts of Italy but with salt. (7) As dessert, panna cotta with your choice of caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, berry reduction, or a fourth sauce which I've forgotten. Berry reduction was incredibly intense with very little sugar, wonderful. (8) Choice of a long list of liqueurs that included amaro, crema di almandorla (almond cream), and two colors of grappa, but the host offered at least eight. Amazing installment in our ambition to learn more about Sicilian food! The almost totally homemade breakfast spread was astonishing. They announced that they prepare their own jams and biscotti in the style of the region. Uncountable profusion of filled croissants, flavored cakes, cookies, yeast breads, and jams. You could also get eggs, bacon, and cheese. We had a powerful tart of caramelized orange peel with orange pulp--world-class dish that I wish I could get again; lightly flavored yellow lemon cake; a dark cake mildly flavored with coffee; a very crisp chocolate cookie, yet again mild; and a pleasing small coconut cookie. A bit like with the salt in the previous night's dinner, the baker's approach to sugar seemed like basically all or nothing. The results were all fascinating and tasted great! If you really enjoy learning about the regional cooking of Italy, do not miss this place! There are not many chances to get such an unfiltered look.
5 based on 62 reviews
4.5 based on 122 reviews
I stayed here for a week in March by myself and I am in love with this cute little place! New, clean, stylish and thought through you have all you need for a perfect stay at the beach. Which is 200 m away .... Perfect! Very friendly and helpful owners, which makes staying here a joy! Thanks, I will certainly be back.....
4.5 based on 84 reviews
B&B Resalibera is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Syracuse, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. While staying at B&B Resalibera, visitors can check out Ipogeo di Piazza Duomo (0.3 mi) and Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia (0.3 mi), some of Syracuse's top attractions. Rooms at B&B Resalibera provide air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a seating area, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Syracuse's popular oyster restaurants such as Apollonion Osteria da Carlo, L'Ufficio - Ristorante a Siracusa, and Le Vin de L'assassin Bistrot, all a short distance from B&B Resalibera. Syracuse is also home to Palazzo Vermexio, a popular government building that is not too far from B&B Resalibera. Enjoy your stay in Syracuse!
An excellent small and very personal B&B. Centrally located for all Ortigia and then across the bridges to Syracuse. Only three rooms- two of which sleep about four. The rooms are beautiful and so clean. Each has its own layout - one with access to a terrace. Breakfast is marvellous and includes homemade cake which is all served to you by the couple who own the B&B. The owners could not be more welcoming nor more helpful. The B&B is in a small square reached by one of the many narrow lanes of Ortigia. The fact that nearby buildings are in disrepair in no way affects the beauty and charm of this B&B.
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