We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Noto, Italy. We have also included hotels in beautiful country residences, french "relais" (mansions), palaces, historic villas, historic properties, old "castello"-s, old palaces, old manor houses and mansions. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Charming. Comfortable beds. Featuring an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, Castello Camemi is housed in a 16th-century castle in the countryside outside Vizzini. It offers air-conditioned rooms, a sun terrace and traditional restaurant. With an elegant décor and stone floors, each room at the Camemi castle is unique. Set on the north slope of the Monte Lauro mountain, the castle is a 50-minute drive from Catania Airport. They all come with a private bathroom, TV and safe. Some rooms also feature a spa bath or a separate living room. Guests enjoy sofas, deckchairs and tables in the property’s garden. The pool is equipped with sun loungers and parasols, and free bikes are provided. Some rooms offer views of the countryside. Sicilian and italian cuisine are served at the restaurant, also hosting a buffet breakfast every morning. Special menus are available upon request. The coast and Oasi del Simeto natural reserve can be reached by car in about 40 minutes.Show full description
This is likely one of the most charming, elegant and relaxing resorts in Noto! WOW!
Delightful property. Superb interior design. Surrounded by organic citrus groves, La Casa di Melo - Organic Farm is in the countryside of Siracusa. It offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi in public areas. Set in an ancient manor farm with exposed-beams and Sicilian cobbled paving, rooms at La Casa Di Melo are named after Sicilian products and come with views over the pool, the courtyard or the ancient stables. Rooms are air conditioned and most come with a TV. The property is home to some dogs. The breakfast served here is based on healthy local ingredients and organic options, in fact the food derives from the property’s vegetable garden. Agriturismo is 12 km from Siracusa and around a 20-minute drive from Noto and Avola, well known for its red wine. The beaches at Fontane Bianche are only 5 km away.Show full description
This is one of the most BEAUTIFUL renovated old mansions with fantastic modern facilities while keeping the original features. It also has a highly rated breakfast, many outdoor lounge areas, and a picturesque swimming pool!
Historic. Cosy rooms. Feudo Bauly is a 5-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Palazzolo Acreide. It offers a swimming pool and a restaurant serving meat and cheeses produced on site. Feudo Bauly is a noble residence that dates back to the 14th century. Rooms come with air conditioning. They all feature terracotta floors and beamed ceilings. Parking is free at Feudo Bauly. Horse riding and trekking are both possible in the Bauly Forest, right next to the property.Show full description
Unique. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. With a terrace overlooking the surrounding vineyards and an outdoor pool, Wine Relais Feudi Del Pisciotto is a farm stay dating back to the 18th century. Located 5 km from Niscemi, it has a garden, restaurant and features its own wine production. Wine Relais Feudi Del Pisciotto is situated at the entrance of Niscemi Nature Reserve. WiFi is free throughout. The rustic-style rooms offer air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and minibar. The private bathroom comes with bathrobes and free toiletries. A buffet Italian breakfast is served every morning, and includes fresh pastries, fruit and hot drinks. The restaurant serves regional cuisine and is open for both lunch and dinner. The Sicilian Coast is 20 km away, while Caltagirone is 35 km away. Piazza Armerina is 40 km from this property.Show full description
A great choice if you’re looking for a peaceful vacation in beautiful countryside setting. This converted historic winery has a charming pool area, and the on-site restaurant has delicious food and great wine pairings.
Superb breakfast. Built in a 19th-century farmhouse in southern Sicily's countryside, Agriturismo Case Don Ignazio offers self-catering apartments with air conditioning. Bikes are available for free hire. Set 10 minutes' drive from the town of Noto, Case Don Ignazio has its own gardens with a patio area and sun loungers. Sicilian specialities made with products grown on site can be tasted on site. The nearest sandy beach is 9 km from the residence and you can reach the historical city of Syracuse in around 40 minutes. Parking at the Don Ignazio is free.Show full description
Close to beach front. Charming. Great pool. Dating back to the18th century, Hotel Villa Favorita offers the charm and class of the Sicilian Baroque, and modern rooms with air conditioning, heating, satellite TV and direct dial telephone. The swimming pool is lined with almond trees and the garden is filled with ancient palms. The rooms of Villa Favorita are all en suite. Some are complete with a balcony overlooking the countryside. The restaurant specialises in local cuisine, and breakfast is buffet style. Guests can also take part in painting courses or cooking classes. WiFi is free in the shared areas. This property is in the Contrada Falconara area of Noto, and has an organic orchard. On-site parking is free.Show full description
This small hotel has a great beach front location.
Beach front location. Friendly staff. Set in the Sicilian countryside, Castello Crisilio is just 3 km from the centre of Avola. Surrounded by olive groves and citrus trees, this property offers a garden with a swimming pool and tennis court. The Mediterranean Sea is a 5-minute drive from the Crisilio Castle, while the Avola exit of the A18 motorway is 4 km away. Rustic-style rooms are air conditioned and come with a minibar and a flat-screen TV. Each has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, while some rooms overlook the sea, pool or hills. A continental-style breakfast is prepared daily and includes traditional local products. It can be served by the pool or in the breakfast hall. A bar is also available. You can reach Syracuse in 25 minutes by car.Show full description
This farm stay has amazing staff and lovely pool facilities!
Lovely property. Great value. Offering an outdoor pool, a spa and free bikes, Borgo del Carato has rustic yet elegant accommodation with a blu-ray player and free WiFi. With a garden and a shared lounge, it is in the Sicilian countryside. Palazzolo Acreide is 18 km from Borgo del Carato. The accommodation will provide you with a satellite flat-screen TV, while some have air conditioning, a balcony or a patio, or parquet floors. The private bathroom comes with a bidet and free toiletries. A restaurant serving local specialities is available on site, as well as a bar. BBQ facilities are also provided. The spa includes a sauna, fitness centre, and Turkish bath. You can also relax in the sun terrace. Syracuse and the seaside can be reached in 30 minutes by car.Show full description
This is one of the most PEACEFUL resorts in Noto. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Cosy. Great views. Set on a hill overlooking the famous Vendicari Wildlife Reserve, Hotel La Corte del Sole is a charming, fully renovated, 19th-century farmhouse, just 1 km from the Mediterranean Sea. Only 7 km from Noto and 33 km from Syracuse, Hotel La Corte del Sole offers a panoramic and peaceful setting in southern Sicily. You can easily discover neighbouring attractions such as the Eloro ruins, and the city of Noto, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hotel La Corte del Sole provides a warm, cosy atmosphere. Here you will enjoy the hotel’s green surroundings, outdoor pool and nearby beaches. Admire the hotel’s traditional colours with its use of local materials such as Sicilian handmade terracotta, Noto white stone and Syracuse sandstone. At Hotel La Corte del Sole you will stay in individually styled rooms furnished with modern comforts. Savour typical Sicilian cuisine in the hotel’s restaurant with its homely atmosphere and comfortable outdoor terrace. Breakfast can be enjoyed in a friendly environment in the hotel’s renovated oil mill. Hotel La Corte del Sole also features evening entertainment in the courtyard, a large garden and cooking classes where you can learn to prepare Sicilian specialities. . Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy. Great restaurant. Set in Ispica, in Ragusa's countryside, the Relais is an ancient tower now offering luxury accommodation. It features a swimming pool, gourmet cuisine and an extensive wine list. Relais Torre Marabino is just 4 km from the Mediterranean Sea and is ideal for exploring the many cultural and archaeological sites of the Val di Noto. Rooms at Torre Marabino are spacious and elegantly furnished. They feature tiled floors, wrought-iron beds and wooden furniture. Some rooms have a sea view and feature air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Some have a small kitchenette. La Moresca restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and traditional Sicilian recipes at dinner. It uses seasonal ingredients and lots of home-grown organic vegetables. The wine cellar features numerous types of champagnes and wines. Free parking is provided. Modica is 30 minutes' drive away, while Ragusa is reached in 45 minutes by car.Show full description
Luxurious. Great location. San Giorgio Palace is a boutique hotel in Ragusa Ibla, 15 km from Modica. It offers panoramic views of Santa Domenica Valley and rooms with free Wi-Fi. A sweet breakfast buffet is provided daily. All rooms at the Palace San Giorgio come with modern design furniture and are equipped with minibar, air conditioning, and LCD TV with SKY channels. Some rooms overlook the valley and feature a stone bathroom. The Palace is next to the Cathedral of Saint George, with its typical Baroque architecture. Access to the hotel is from the main street, via an elevator leading to the reception. A porter service is available upon request. The Giardino Ibleo park is a 2-minute drive away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Ragusa.
Luxurious. Tennis court. Masseria Degli Ulivi is a rural Sicilian farmhouse surrounded by ancient olive and carob trees, a 20-minute drive from the sea. Rooms feature wood-beam ceilings, terracotta floors and wood furnishings. The main building is a classic example of the local 19th-century architecture. Near the archaeological sites and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Noto, Masseria Degli Ulivi offers well-kept gardens with outdoor swimming pool, and free parking. Rooms are all air conditioned and include a private bathroom and satellite TV. The rustic restaurant serves typical Sicilian meals and specialities.Show full description
Historic property. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Occupying a historic country house, Eremo della Giubiliana is a charming, traditional hotel offering a strategic location near Ragusa and amenities including its own runway and aeroplane available to guests. Eremo della Giubiliana stands out for the variety of tours and day trips it organises for its guests. Fine fabrics, rare maps and an authentic painting of the 17th century depicting Saint Mary will fascinate you. You will be able to discover the beauty of the coast, the medieval Sicily, ancient Greek ruins and the spectacular nature of the region, including the beach of Playa Grande. The cities of Ragusa, Taormina, Agrigento, Siracusa, Modica and Noto are just some of the famous destinations nearby. You can explore the area in Land Rover tours or go on a stunning panoramic flight in the hotel’s own airplane. You can even fly to the island of Malta and back in one stunning day trip. Completely renovated and equipped with the most modern conveniences, Eremo della Giubiliana maintains its original atmosphere and its hand made period furnishings. Internet use is free here. Enjoying fine cooking is an essential part of a trip to Sicily. Eremo della Giubiliana features a great restaurant serving the best of regional cooking as well as superior Mediterranean dishes. Sicilian cooking classes are also available for guests.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC resorts in Noto.
Beach front location. Amazing pool. Offering a peaceful location and large garden, Villa Rosaria Rooms is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Noto. This family-run B&B offers air-conditioned rooms with an LCD TV and private bathroom. The B&B is 1 km from the Palazzo Ducezio palace, and a 10-minute drive from the A18 Motorway. Rooms at the Rosaria Villa have simple wooden furnishings and tiled floors. Each offers free Wi-Fi and views of the 700 m² garden. The bathroom is complete with toiletries and a hairdryer. Breakfast is Italian-style, with cakes, biscuits and sweet pastries. Savoury options are available on request, and you can enjoy freshly made coffee from the Lavazza coffee machine. Parking is free, and a car is recommended.Show full description
Charming. Great value. Set in beautiful countryside less than 1km from Piazza Armerina, Villa Trigona is an 18th-century building with large gardens, where you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and numerous sports. Once home to Sicilian nobles, Villa Trigona’s elegant rooms and lounges still contain antiques. Rooms have lovely countryside views and on site you will find a lounge with an old fireplace, a small library and a TV room. In Villa Trigona’s parkland stroll through pinewoods and olive groves, or play bowls, table tennis or board games. An outdoor pool with hydromassage is available. Try your hand at archery or take the hotel’s bikes out and explore. Horse rides can also be organised and children have their own outdoor playground. Villa Trigona is well known for its friendly hospitality and its excellent cuisine. A sweet and savoury breakfast featuring local products is served outside in the courtyard in summer. Sicilian cuisine is available at lunch and dinner on request.Show full description
Stylish. Great breakfast. Popular among couples. Featuring pool views, Relais Terre di Romanello offers accommodation with pool with a view, an open-air bath and a garden, around 3.7 km from Cattedrale di Noto. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests. Guests at Relais Terre di Romanello can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Vendicari Natural Reserve is 13 km from the accommodation, while Castello Eurialo is 38 km away. The farm stay also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The farm stay will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guests can have wine or champagne and fruits delivered to their room. At the farm stay, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available daily at the farm stay. There is a snack bar, bar and lounge. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. The nearest airport is Comiso, 68 km from Relais Terre di Romanello, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Luxurious. Tennis court. Offering an outdoor pool, a gourmet restaurant and a spa, the 4-star Masseria Della Volpe is located in Casale Modica. Set in the Sicilian countryside, this property also features a tennis court, a fitness centre and a pool-side bar. All air-conditioned accommodation comes with a minibar, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. Apartments also include a fully equipped kitchenette and a washing machine. WiFi is free throughout. The spa is complete with a hammam and a hot tub. Guests will also find a children's playground. Grilled dishes can also be sampled at the restaurant. Masseria Della Volpe is 15 km from Noto. The nearest beach is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
Unique. Comfortable beds. Palazzo Gambuzza is an ancient historic mansion, built in the 18th century, and formerly the residence of a Sicilian noble family. Carefully restored to its ancient magnificence, Palazzo Gambuzza houses 8 comfortable and fully equipped suites. Palazzo Gambuzza offers reception services and a comfortable terrace, where you can relax after a day at the beach or exploring the Art Nouveau and Baroque treasures of Ispica and Val di Noto. Discounts apply for 3-night stays.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Hotel Vittorio Veneto is set in the heart of Ragusa in a restored late 18th century palace, which is one of the most important testimonies of the Hyblean baroque. The rooms offer a free minibar. Finely restored, this old dwelling is a comfortable and cosy residence offering a sober and authentic style. You will certainly appreciate the high quality of the materials chosen for the restoration and its central location, right behind the superb San Giovanni Battista Cathedral. Breakfast is available daily in the elegant dining room. It includes local products as jams, biscuits and fresh fruit. Hotel Vittorio Veneto is a genuine expression of the typical passion for hospitality of the Mediterranean culture, and matches the artistic ambiance of the glorious Val di Noto. Its location is especially suited for beginning your trips to visit the various artistic and naturalistic sites scattered in this marvellous land.Show full description
Featuring sea views, Pool Seaside Relais - Ville Ninfea, Rosa, Cassiopea e Marea offers accommodation with patio, around 600 metres from Fontane Bianche beach. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. Tempio di Apollo is 17 km from Pool Seaside Relais - Ville Ninfea, Rosa, Cassiopea e Marea, while Porto Piccolo is 17 km away. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with bidet and bathrobes. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the holiday home, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. The holiday home features a picnic area and a seasonal outdoor pool. The nearest airport is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 72 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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