Must-see hotels in Western Sicily

  • Agriturismo Vultaggio

    Western Sicily

    Head 15km south of Trapani, into the countryside, to find this outstanding farm retreat. Four of its 13 attractive rooms have sea views and there are…

  • ProKite Alby Rondina

    Marsala

    Wake up to an invigorating view of colourful kites dancing above the pretty waters of Lo Stagnone lagoon at this bright and modern three-star hotel run by…

  • Marettimo Residence

    Western Sicily

    Lovingly landscaped with bougainvillea, palms and herbs, this hillside complex south of the port is ideal for families or anyone wishing to linger a while…

  • La Casa del Limoneta

    Western Sicily

    An enchanting sunken garden full of centurion lemon trees frames this cosy whitewashed guesthouse, home of Gaetana and Giuseppe. Rooms open onto the lemon…

  • Pensione Tranchina

    Western Sicily

    Sensational home-cooked meals, predominantly organic to boot, and a prime location in downtown Scopello make this – the inviting home of welcoming host…

  • Villa Margherita

    Western Sicily

    One of the most peaceful sleeping options on the island, this enchanting villa-turned-upmarket residence is squirrelled away in extraordinary botanical…

  • Room Mate Andrea

    Trapani

    Graceful Palazzo Platamone, with neoclassical caramel-coloured facade dating to the 1900s, is the grandiose setting for the Sicilian debut of Spanish…

  • Meliaresort

    Western Sicily

    Smack in the middle of La Casbah, this unique boutique hotel features nine beautifully restored rooms, suites and kitchen-equipped apartments with terrace…

  • La Gancia Residence

    Trapani

    Spoon yourself a jelly sweet out of the huge sweetie jar at reception, admire the soaring centuries-old ceiling and chic Moorish-styled lounge, and…

  • Il Profumo del Sale

    Marsala

    Perfectly positioned in Marsala's historic city centre, this lovely B&B offers three attractive rooms – including a palatial front unit with cathedral…

  • Relais Antiche Saline

    Western Sicily

    Watching flocks of herons and flamingoes flutter overhead, swooning over glorious sunsets or finding out about local salt culture is what a stay at this…

  • Ai Lumi

    Trapani

    Husband-and-wife team Francesca and Riccardo have run this atmospheric guesthouse with much TLC since 2003. In an 18th-century palazzo with Instagram…

  • Il Giardino delle Aloe

    Western Sicily

    Only 200m by footpath from Grotta Perciata beach, this family-friendly agriturismo is beautifully landscaped, with lush lawns, herb gardens and desert…

  • Hotel Carmine

    Marsala

    This lovely hotel in a converted 16th-century monastery has elegant rooms, with original blue-and-gold maiolica tiles, stone walls, antique furniture and…

  • Dammusi Sciuvechi

    Pantelleria

    Surrounded by olive trees, vineyards and distant sea views, this secluded resort in Pantelleria's western highlands is a perfect place to get away from it…

  • Albergo Egadi

    Western Sicily

    The classiest of several in-town hotel options, three-star Albergo Egadi is a treat. Stylish rooms feature attractive turquoise or soft ochre colour…

  • Cas'almare

    Western Sicily

    This stylish resort right at the water's edge has only five rooms, all converted from an old fisherman's house, with lovely views of the sea and the…

  • Finestra sul Sale

    Western Sicily

    Polished cherrywood furniture, vintage B&W snapshots of yesteryear salt workers and pretty wallpapers inspired by Sicilian pottery welcome guests at this…

  • Badia Nuova Residence

    Trapani

    A handy mix of boutique hotel and self-catering apartments, Badia Nuova sports 20 stylish rooms with kitchen – a couple of them even with glam sea view…

  • Hotel Baglio Basile

    Western Sicily

    This majestic 19th-century resort hotel (1862), 9km north of Mazala on the road to Marsala, makes an excellent base for those seeking tranquility amid…

  • B&B Scacciapensieri

    Western Sicily

    Tucked on the high road above Castellammare, this slightly unkempt Greek-styled villa with whitewashed walls and sea-blue wooden shutters is a peaceful…

  • Hotel Cala Marina

    Western Sicily

    This small three-star hotel with attractive buttermilk-yellow facade overlooking Castellammare's harbour is known for its helpful staff, comfortable rooms…

  • SLO Design House

    Marsala

    Languishing quietly above a designer sushi restaurant, this trio of smart midrange rooms combine contemporary design with urban chic. Neutral palettes of…

  • Hotel Baglio Santa Croce

    Erice

    Located 9km east of Erice in Valderice, this converted 17th-century baglio (manor house) is set amid citrus groves and lush gardens. The original stone…

  • Le Chiavi di San Francesco

    Trapani

    Across the road from Chiesa di San Francesco, this Art Nouveau–styled residence sports 16 rooms and apartments. Superior rooms and suites have a balcony…

  • Pantelleria Dream

    Pantelleria

    Spreading across a gently sloping hillside 1km above the popular east-coast swimming spots of Cala Levante and Cala Tramontana, Pantelleria Dream invites…

  • La Tonnara di Scopello

    Western Sicily

    Fourteen self-catering apartments are scattered across several vintage buildings at this historic tonnara (tuna fishery), theatrically tucked on the water…

  • Hotel San Domenico

    Erice

    The most comfortable rooms in town are to be found at this immaculately kept, family-run hotel. The best of the bunch, room 301, has its own panoramic…

  • Hotel Elimo

    Erice

    Communal spaces at this atmospheric historic house are filled with tiled beams, marble fireplaces, intriguing art, knick-knacks and antiques. The bedrooms…

  • Albergo Maccotta

    Trapani

    In the hospitality trade since the 1950s, the Maccotta family – originally from the island of Pantelleria – runs this small three-star hotel with love and…

  • Baglio La Luna

    Western Sicily

    Perched high on a hillside, 2km north of Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro's northern entrance and 10km south of San Vito Lo Capo, this B&B makes a great…

  • Rosa dei Venti

    Western Sicily

    This agency manages a wide range of budget and midrange rental rooms and vacation homes in Marettimo, most sleeping two to four people.