The Best Castle Hotels
near Reggio di Calabria

Beach front location. Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. 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. Castello di San Marco is 5 minutes' drive from Calatabiano and is ideal for visiting Taormina and Mount Etna. 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. Popular local activities include horse riding, scuba diving and sightseeing tours. Show full description

Delightful property. Great location. Popular among couples. San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel is a unique hotel, with terraces overlooking Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina. It features a fitness centre, a beauty corner, and an outdoor swimming pool. The Garden Wing is a former 15th-century convent with cloister. This luxury hotel in Taormina consists of 2 historic buildings. The Grand Hotel Wing was added in 1896. All rooms are uniquely decorated, and equipped with air conditioning and TV with satellite channels. Most rooms offer views of the sea, and some also have a private balcony. Mentioned in the most famous food guides, the restaurants and bars of the hotel serve traditional Sicilian cuisine. Breakfast buffet is served at the restaurant and includes local pastries. Show full description

Charming. Great views. Popular among couples. Just a 5-minute walk from Taormina's main square, Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale UNESCO is a historical B&B housed in a museum of fine arts declared a national monument. The building and its historic garden were designed by Frank Brangwyn, and are complete with 13 panoramic terraces, 7 fountains, and rare plants. Set in a listed villa, the interiors are decorated with works by Picasso, Henry Faulkner, and other masters of the 20th century. Each room at Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale UNESCO has a balcony with views of the Naxos Gulf and Mount Etna. They all come with air conditioning and Sicilian furniture of the 17th and 18th centuries. The list of famous guests includes philosopher Bertrand Russell, novelist Roald Dahl, and actress Greta Garbo. Sweet and savoury food can be enjoyed at breakfast, with gluten-free items available on request. This daily treat can be served in the breakfast room with views over Mount Etna or the Mediterranean Sea, or on the terrace when the weather is good. Show full description

Historic. Lovely surroundings. Located on the edge of Mount Etna National Park, the Feudo is an 18th century manor surrounded by vineyards. It features a restaurant, and elegant, spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi. Bikes are a great way to explore the area, and can be hired directly from the estate. All air-conditioned rooms at Feudo Vagliasindi come with flat-screen TV and mini fridge. Some rooms offer a balcony and views of the Nebrodi Mountains. Breakfast includes homemade cakes and fruit preserves. Savoury options such as eggs and cold meats are available upon request. The restaurant serves traditional Sicilian dishes prepared from local ingredients. The medieval town of Randazzo is a 15-minute ride away. The Feudo is 30 km from the Giardini Naxos exit of the A18 Motorway, and an 80-minute drive from Messina. Parking is free. Show full description

Great value. Featuring a garden with BBQ facilities and free bikes, Borgo Camicia In offers rooms in a quiet area 6 km from Milazzo. Ponente Beach is 3 km away. Milazzo Castle is 11 km from Borgo Camicia In, while Milazzo Marina is 7 km away. With air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, rooms have free Wi-Fi and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with a shower, bidet and hairdryer. A typical Italian breakfast is served daily in the shared lounge, including freshly brewed coffee or cappuccino and sweet pastries. From there, ferries link to Lipari and Vulcano Islands. Show full description

Very cosy. Friendly staff. San Rocco is a medieval village that has been transformed into a 4-star hotel. It offers a swimming pool and a top-quality Sicilian restaurant. Set in Savoca, it is 30 minutes' drive from Taormina. Rooms are scattered around the resort and all have a balcony, terrace or patio overlooking Savoca, the mountains or coast. All rooms are air conditioned and feature an LCD TV with Sky channels. Breakfast is buffet style at Resort Borgo San Rocco. The restaurant uses the freshest ingredients and serves the finest wines. Reservations must be made that morning. Borgo San Rocco is just 10 minutes’ drive from the beach at Santa Teresa on Sicily’s east coast. The local area is ideal for outdoor activities including hiking, cycling and horse riding. Savoca features in The Godfather film and you can still visit the famous Bar Vitelli. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Milazzo's B&B Re Umberto is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and theatres, 400 metres from the harbour. It features air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a satellite LED TV. Set in an early 19th-century building, the B&B is 1 km from the city’s castle and a 10-minute walk from St Stephan’s Cathedral. While the recently refurbished rooms overlook the street, the castle or the cathedral, the apartment features a private terrace. They all come with satellite TV channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Show full description

Very stylish. Great value. San Nicolò Holiday Home is housed in a 19th century building in the centre of Montalbano Elicona, a 2-minute walk from the Castle. The property features free WiFi and a private garden. Some rooms have a private balcony. Taormina is 66 km from San Nicolò Holiday Home, while Acireale is 80 km away. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 104 km from the property. Show full description

Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Set on the edge of Mount Etna Regional Park, Antico Borgo Petralia is actually an ancient hamlet that opened to the public in 2011. It features a pretty courtyard, garden and swimming pool. This historic property just outside Zafferana Etnea has an impressive stone façade and lots of original features. Guests can enjoy drinks out in the courtyard and relax on the sun loungers scattered around the pool. Rooms are cool and comfortable with tiled floors and air conditioning. Each room is different at Petralia Antico Borgo and some have sloped wood-beamed ceilings. In each room you will find a flat-screen TV with free Sky channels and free Wi-Fi access. Some have a balcony, some views of the mountains or sea. A buffet breakfast is served each morning and snacks and drinks are available from the bar. Free parking is provided and a shuttle service is available to the north slopes of Mount Etna and the nearest beach is 12 km away. Show full description

Beach front location. Historic. Great location. Excelsior Palace Hotel is a Moorish-style building, 10 minutes' walk from the Greek Amphiteatre. It offers free WiFi throughout and an outdoor pool with panoramic views of Mount Etna and the hillside village of Castelmola. Each room at Excelsior Palace Hotel has elegant wood furnishings and parquet floors. They feature air conditioning, satellite TV, and some have a balcony with sea views. The hotel’s restaurant specialises in international favourites and Mediterranean cuisine. The buffet breakfast includes pastries, fresh fruit, eggs and traditional Italian coffee, it can be served directly into your room on request. Excelsior Palace has a central inland location in Taormina, with views of the Ionian Sea. It is a 5-minute drive from Taormina exit of the A18 motorway and 2 km from Taormina Station. Show full description

Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Set in a historic building from the 17th century, Edoné offers country-style accommodation on a working farm producing olive oil, jams and vegetables. The property is located a 5-minute drive from Graniti. Accommodation at the Edoné features air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some rooms come with a four-poster bed. Guests can rent bikes on site, and enjoy the sun terrace. Pastries, bread and juices are provided daily for breakfast, while omelettes, cold cuts and cheeses are available on request. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and serves homegrown produce. Several scenes from The Godfather were filmed on site. The property is 10 km from the beach, while Taormina is a 25-minute drive away. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Hotel Medici is set in a 19th-century building in Milazzo's historic centre. It is 100 metres from the cathedral, 500 metres from the castle, and a 5-minute walk from the harbour for ferries to Aelioan Islands. Rooms offer air conditioning and hydromassage showers. Throughout the Medici Hotel you can admire original frescoes and wood-beamed ceilings. Each room also features parquet floors and wooden furniture, and come with a flat-screen TV with Sky channels. Wi-Fi is free. Each morning a generous breakfast buffet is available, which includes savoury food and fresh homemade pastries. The hotel is just 20 metres from the nearest bus stop. The public beach and the seaside promenade are a 2-minute walk away. Show full description

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and an equipped sun terrace, B&B All’Ombra Del Noce offers self-catering apartments in Catona, as 15-minute drive from Reggio Calabria. The property has free Wi-Fi access throughout. Furnished with wood-beamed ceilings, apartments have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with outdoor furniture in the patio. The private bathroom comes with a shower, and hairdryer. A typical Italian breakfast is served daily in the shared lounge, including freshly brewed coffee or cappuccino and sweet pastries. A savoury option is available upon request. Catona beachfront is a 4-minute drive from All’Ombra Del Noce B&B, while Villa San Giovanni Marina, which links to Messina, is 5 km away. Scilla is a 20-minute drive from the property. A shuttle service from/to the airport, train station and harbour is available on request. Show full description

Close to beach front. Tennis court. Nestled in Giardini Naxos directly by the sea, UNAHOTELS Naxos Beach Sicilia boasts its own private beach. The establishment has a tennis court, a fitness centre and 4 swimming pools, one of which is Olympic size. UNAHOTELS Naxos Beach Sicilia offers air-conditioned accommodation with satellite TV, a minibar, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The small villas also feature a patio or terrace. The property also includes bars, restaurants, free private parking, and a boutique. The private equipped beach is available between May and September, and beach towels are also available. During this time there is also an entertainment programme for both children and adults. Relax and enjoy your stay without any hassles, and delight on the half board and full board options, offering a selection of Sicilian and national dishes. Taormina is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Great restaurant. Surrounded by 8 hectares of citrus and cherry trees in S. Giovanni Montebello, Il Ciliegio Dell 'Etna is a 19th century farmhouse offering panoramic rooms with air conditioning. It includes a restaurant, bar and terrace. Rooms at Il Ciliegio Dell 'Etna overlook the garden, Taormina and Catania coasts in the distance. They feature terracotta floors, a TV and fully equipped bathroom with shower. Breakfast is a buffet with typical produce such as cheese, bread, jams and pastries. The restaurant specialises in Sicilian dishes prepared with homemade pasta and local meat. Cooking classes are organised on request. We kindly inform our customers that the restaurant is accessible by reservation only. Guests enjoy discounted rates at a horse stable, fishing, diving and hiking centre 3 km away. Excursions to Mount Etna and Taormina are available. Just 1.5 km from the centre of S. Giovanni Montebello, the property is a 10-minute drive from Giarre. Taormina and its beaches can be reached in 35 minutes by car. Show full description

Beach front location. Lovely property. Superb interior design. Set in a 16th century convent, Villa Paola features an outdoor pool, sun terrace and garden. Its elegant rooms come with flat-screen satellite TV, 1.5 km from Tropea. The villa is surrounded by a large garden and sun terrace. The pool offers panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The villa's soundproofed rooms include a private bathroom with bathrobe and toiletry set. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily, and includes homemade pastries, fruit juices, and cappuccino coffee. The Pizzo exit of the A3 Motorway is a 45-minute drive away. Show full description

Unique. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. 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. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. Surrounded by greenery, Borgata Baldazza offers extensive grounds with a swimming pool, five-a-side football pitch and children's playground. It is 3 km from Linguaglossa, just outside Etna Regional Park. All rooms are air conditioned and have a traditional design with wood-beamed ceilings and tiled floors. They include a TV, fridge and a patio overlooking the Gulf of Giardini Naxos and Nebrodi Valley. The restaurant serves Sicilian dishes at dinner. Guests also have free parking and a free storage area. Piano Provenzano ski area is 20 km from Borgata Baldazza, which is 20 minutes' drive from Giardini Naxos on the coast. A shuttle service is available to Catania Airport and the Circumetnea train line that goes around Mount Etna. Show full description

Just 11 km from Reggio Calabria and set in more than 10 hectares of rich, green parkland, Altafiumara Resort is located on the high, rocky coast overlooking the sea and it offers a swimming pool and a spa. Enjoy Altafiumara Resort’s exclusive position facing the Sicilian coast. You will be between Villa San Giovanni and Scilla. The well-kept grounds of the resort are decorated with modern sculptures. Stroll through the botanical gardens. Have a swim in the outdoor pool. Relax in classically furnished rooms with modern comforts. Enjoy the furnished patios and the surrounding green environment. Wired internet is available in every room at an additional cost. Altafiumara Resort offers a 24-hour reception, free private parking and 10 meeting rooms. Relax in the wellness centre and spa. There is an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a variety of massages. Savour Mediterranean and traditional Calabrian meals at this welcoming resort. You will appreciate fresh ingredients and a variety of flavours from the resort’s own herb garden. The resort’s wine cellar features over 8.000 labels of selected wines. Show full description

Friendly staff. Located just off the SS185 national road, 500 metres from the Gole di Alcantara area, Casale Romano Resort is surrounded by 10 hectares of fruit trees and offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. The property is comprised of 2 buildings, set in extensive gardens with outdoor swimming pool. Located 20 km from Taormina, the Relais has a peaceful location. Rooms are located in the old wing dating back to 1898 or in the modern building. All rooms are air conditioned, with tiled floors and satellite TV, some have sea views. Apartment also have a kitchenette and dining area. There is also a wellness area with sauna, Turkish bath and massage room. Part of the Slow Food movement, the restaurant serves traditional Sicilian cuisine made using organic ingredients. During summer, meals are served out on the terrace. The Mount Etna cable car is a 1-hour drive away. Show full description