Syracuse
Book well in advance for one of the sea-view rooms at this stylish, eclectic hotel on the Ortygia waterfront, at the edge of the Giudecca neighbourhood…
Must-see hotels in Southeastern Sicily
Southeastern Sicily
This albergo diffuso (diffused hotel) offers quality accommodation in numerous locations across Scicli's historic core. Options range from simple rooms in…
Noto
This elegantly appointed boutique hotel occupies a wing of the 18th-century Palazzo Nicolaci, one of Noto’s most celebrated aristocratic palaces. With…
Modica
It's easy to pretend you're a holidaying celebrity in this beautifully restored apartment, its balconies and private terrace serving up commanding views…
Noto
In Noto's historic workers' quarter, this sophisticated B&B is owned by the gracious Giorgio and Carla, who gave up the stress of northern Italian life to…
Modica
Spacious rooms, welcoming hosts and ample breakfasts make this converted farmhouse in the countryside south of Modica an appealing choice for anyone…
Modica
Smack in the heart of Modica Alta, this four-star, family-run hotel in a nostalgic 18th-century palace has retained much of its historical splendour, with…
Castello Tafuri Charming Suites
Southeastern Sicily
You'll be slumbering in an eclectic, early 20th-century castle at this 18-room boutique hotel, its restaurant terrace and inviting pool overlooking…
Syracuse
Two elegant apartments await in this palazzo, owned by a Milanese art collector. The larger apartment is utterly decadent, with luxurious sofas, king-size…
Modica
Run by two Milanese architects, this urbane oasis of 10 rooms and five houses occupies a series of converted stone cottages, graced with lush gardens and…
Noto
Enviably located in a mid-18th-century palazzo on Noto's showcase thoroughfare, this thoughtfully designed, seven-room property contrasts historic…
Noto
Freshly minted Netum lies 1km southeast of Noto's historic core, and while the suburban location isn't prime real estate, the property offers ample on…
Modica
Modica's chocolatey heritage is celebrated at Oro, where each room is not only named after a spice used in local chocolate but also comes with a block of…
Syracuse
Immersed in an Eden of orange groves and papyrus reeds 7km southwest of Syracuse, this lovely agriturismo sits next to the Fonte Ciana spring immortalised…
Syracuse
This sophisticated property occupies two adjacent baroque palazzi, the main one channelling Sicily's Arab heritage with its riad-inspired courtyard,…
Syracuse
This waterfront 17th-century palazzo was restored by an antique collector. The period lounge is fabulously aristocratic, while the homely rooms blend…
Southeastern Sicily
In a centrally located, limestone palazzo, petite Hotel Novencento sets a cultured mood with its art tomes, Corbusier chairs and lithographs by the town's…
Modica
Tucked at the end of a Lower Town back street, just above central Corso Umberto, this cyclist-friendly guesthouse features simple, spacious and airy rooms…
B&B dei Viaggiatori, Viandanti e Sognatori
Syracuse
Enjoying a prime Ortygia location, this relaxed, TV-free B&B exudes an easy, boho vibe. It's a homely place, where books and antiques mingle with the…
Syracuse
Housed in a historic palazzo, the six rooms at this tasteful, minimalist B&B are hot property in summer, so be sure to book ahead. All are well sized,…
Ragusa
An easy five-minute walk from central Piazza Duomo, this is a friendly three-star. Behind its distinctive salmon-pink facade are modest, homely interiors,…
Southeastern Sicily
Ease that stress at La Corte del Sole, an atmospheric hotel housed in a traditional Sicilian masseria (working farm). Overlooking the fields of Eloro, it…
Ragusa
With its exposed stonework and crisp white decor, this stylish, family-run B&B exudes a quiet sophistication. While the four double rooms are not the…
Noto
Eclectic and subtly sophisticated, Melodia 3 revels in contrasting old and new: picture lofty vintage ceilings, sculptural lamps, antique drawers,…
Noto
Directly uphill from the centre, this renovated hostel offers excellent value for money and is a great option for families or groups. There's one dorm …
Modica
Angle for the beautiful front suite with original tiled floors and frescoed ceilings at this nostalgic B&B in a 19th-century palazzo, once home to a…
Ragusa
Occupying a couple of beautifully restored palazzi in the old town, Don Serafino sets a chic scene with its exposed limestone vaults, neutral hues and…
Noto
Accessed via an imposing vaulted hallway, this snug B&B sits in a palazzo near the top of town. It's a friendly, homely affair, where a cheerfully…
Syracuse
A charming, family-run B&B whose amenities include crisp white interiors, wood and stone floors, timber-beamed ceilings and spacious rooms, three of which…
Ragusa
Set amid olive-sprinkled hillsides lined with stone walls, this converted 19th-century farmstead sits halfway between Ragusa and the coast (a 15-minute…
Syracuse
Within steps of Piazza del Duomo, this pretty, pink-hued palazzo offers rooms of varying appeal; deluxe rooms with wood-beamed ceilings and patterned…
Syracuse
This great, family-run budget option, elbowed into a tiny pedestrian street in a 17th-century building, has large rooms and apartments with comfortable…
Ragusa
Housed in an 18th-century Liberty-style villa, this welcoming place has spacious, high-ceilinged rooms, walls hung with family portraits and a flower…
Ragusa
This sweet little B&B behind Ragusa's Duomo di San Giorgio offers an intimate experience, with simple, tastefully decorated rooms and a charming, leafy…
Syracuse
Set around an internal courtyard in the heart of Ortygia, family-run L'Acanto is a popular, value-for-money B&B. Rooms are simply decorated and enlivened…
Syracuse
Located in the old Jewish quarter, Alla Giudecca's highlights are its Arabesque courtyard and communal areas, a warren of vaulted rooms graced with museum…
Modica
Housed in an 18th-century palazzo just off Corso Umberto I, this family-run hotel has seen better days. Despite the cracks and peeling paint, it's a…
