This tired, rundown hotel is outdated and unkempt. The decor in the 300 rooms is basic and lacks a sense of personality. Moldy wallpaper, caused by the leaky sunroof in the downstairs area, makes it clear the hotel is has seen better days. Amenities are few, and the only real draws here are the relatively low rates and the sweeping sea views. The private beach is also a plus, but the elevator leading to it is not accessible a majority of the time.
This tired, rundown hotel is outdated and unkempt. The decor in the 300 rooms is basic and lacks a sense of personality. Moldy wallpaper, caused by the leaky sunroof in the downstairs area, makes it clear the hotel is has seen better days. Amenities are few, and the only real draws here are the relatively low rates and the sweeping sea views. The private beach is also a plus, but the elevator leading to it is not accessible a majority of the time.
This three-and-a-half pearl hotel, once a winery owned by an 18th-century English family, is a low-key base for exploring the town of Mazara del Vallo and the western coast of Sicily. It’s a popular spot for weddings and conferences, so sometimes there can be loud music playing until late at night, but the large spa offers a peaceful escape. It’s easy to walk into town via the seaside promenade and beautiful beaches are a 10-minute drive away, with the hotel offering a free shuttle in season. The Mahara is affordably priced compared to the other four-star properties in town, though the rooms here are on the simple side.
This three-and-a-half pearl hotel, once a winery owned by an 18th-century English family, is a low-key base for exploring the town of Mazara del Vallo and the western coast of Sicily. It’s a popular spot for weddings and conferences, so sometimes there can be loud music playing until late at night, but the large spa offers a peaceful escape. It’s easy to walk into town via the seaside promenade and beautiful beaches are a 10-minute drive away, with the hotel offering a free shuttle in season. The Mahara is affordably priced compared to the other four-star properties in town, though the rooms here are on the simple side.
Residence Kartibubbo offers a few different accommodation options, including apartments with sea views that can sleep up to six people. Large cupboards hide basic kitchen facilities including electric burners and a sink. The dated spaces are not very well maintained and are in need of a cleaning. A huge, unfinished seven-story structure towers over the pool area and detracts even more from the overall atmosphere. The prices are in line with the condition of the facilities and could be an affordable option for large families or groups of unfussy travelers on a budget, but there are much better options in Mazara del Vallo.
Residence Kartibubbo offers a few different accommodation options, including apartments with sea views that can sleep up to six people. Large cupboards hide basic kitchen facilities including electric burners and a sink. The dated spaces are not very well maintained and are in need of a cleaning. A huge, unfinished seven-story structure towers over the pool area and detracts even more from the overall atmosphere. The prices are in line with the condition of the facilities and could be an affordable option for large families or groups of unfussy travelers on a budget, but there are much better options in Mazara del Vallo.
This budget campsite offers small mobile homes for rent and access to a number of family-friendly amenities, including two large outdoor pools, sports courts, a playground, and kids' activities that are available to non-guests for a fee. There’s a sprawling restaurant with indoor and outdoor spaces and an on-site market that provides basic supplies, though nearby stores are better stocked. It’s an inexpensive and well-run facility with excellent amenities for a low-key family vacation.
This budget campsite offers small mobile homes for rent and access to a number of family-friendly amenities, including two large outdoor pools, sports courts, a playground, and kids' activities that are available to non-guests for a fee. There’s a sprawling restaurant with indoor and outdoor spaces and an on-site market that provides basic supplies, though nearby stores are better stocked. It’s an inexpensive and well-run facility with excellent amenities for a low-key family vacation.
This mid-size, four-pearl hotel has a modern, resort-like feel with a number of amenities, including a beautiful pool area, a large restaurant, a spa, and sports fields. The inland location means it’s necessary to have a car, though the property is also central to local destinations, including the ancient city of Erice, about 30 minutes away. In the summer, a shuttle takes guests to the beach. Rooms are clean and modern; some have private balconies and whirlpool tubs, but the decor isn't all that memorable. This is a good choice for those who want a convenient and quiet holiday while keeping costs low with freebies like Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast.
This mid-size, four-pearl hotel has a modern, resort-like feel with a number of amenities, including a beautiful pool area, a large restaurant, a spa, and sports fields. The inland location means it’s necessary to have a car, though the property is also central to local destinations, including the ancient city of Erice, about 30 minutes away. In the summer, a shuttle takes guests to the beach. Rooms are clean and modern; some have private balconies and whirlpool tubs, but the decor isn't all that memorable. This is a good choice for those who want a convenient and quiet holiday while keeping costs low with freebies like Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast.
This small, 22-room hotel on the outskirts of the little village of Donnalucata has a prime seafront location with a private beach. Renovated in 2010, the property has light and airy nautical decor and serves its free breakfast on a beautiful rooftop terrace. The hotel doesn’t have a bar, though the restaurant next door does serve lunch and dinner. The property is not too far from nearby cities, including Sicli and Ragusa, making it a good base for exploring the southeast coast of Sicily. Rooms are simple and there's no gym, but this property has a nice, laid-back vibe.
This small, 22-room hotel on the outskirts of the little village of Donnalucata has a prime seafront location with a private beach. Renovated in 2010, the property has light and airy nautical decor and serves its free breakfast on a beautiful rooftop terrace. The hotel doesn’t have a bar, though the restaurant next door does serve lunch and dinner. The property is not too far from nearby cities, including Sicli and Ragusa, making it a good base for exploring the southeast coast of Sicily. Rooms are simple and there's no gym, but this property has a nice, laid-back vibe.
This small bed and breakfast with four guest rooms is located on the beautiful beach of Punta Secca, a tiny fishing village that's a popular summer destination. The decor of the hotel and rooms is a bit old-fashioned, but this is offset by fantastic views and the property's close proximity to the beach. A free breakfast is served every morning and beach chairs are provided in each room.
This small bed and breakfast with four guest rooms is located on the beautiful beach of Punta Secca, a tiny fishing village that's a popular summer destination. The decor of the hotel and rooms is a bit old-fashioned, but this is offset by fantastic views and the property's close proximity to the beach. A free breakfast is served every morning and beach chairs are provided in each room.
One of only two hotels in the ancient, non-touristy town of Scicli, the Novocento is an elegant mid-range choice, tucked into the stone walls of a restored palace dating back to the 10th century. The hotel is a short walk to the town’s pedestrian zone and is surrounded by restaurants and old churches. Local beaches can be reached in 20 minutes. There are eight rooms and a suite, all of which are adorned with original frescoes; they are not particularly luxe, but are clean and spacious. All in all, it’s a peaceful, romantic option, best suited for couples or families who want to experience a piece of ancient history and explore the town.
One of only two hotels in the ancient, non-touristy town of Scicli, the Novocento is an elegant mid-range choice, tucked into the stone walls of a restored palace dating back to the 10th century. The hotel is a short walk to the town’s pedestrian zone and is surrounded by restaurants and old churches. Local beaches can be reached in 20 minutes. There are eight rooms and a suite, all of which are adorned with original frescoes; they are not particularly luxe, but are clean and spacious. All in all, it’s a peaceful, romantic option, best suited for couples or families who want to experience a piece of ancient history and explore the town.
Though you would never suspect it from the outside, the four-pearl Borgo Don Chisciotte is a grand property with impressive amenities, including a sleek and well-outfitted spa. Its 132 rooms are elegant and have hardwood floors and rain showers -- some also come with whirlpool tubs. The barren outside lacks the landscaping befitting of a resort, so the large outdoor pool loses some of its luxury in the daytime. Travelers not looking for a spa, and who want something that looks a little chicer, might prefer the nearby Pietre Nere Resort.
Though you would never suspect it from the outside, the four-pearl Borgo Don Chisciotte is a grand property with impressive amenities, including a sleek and well-outfitted spa. Its 132 rooms are elegant and have hardwood floors and rain showers -- some also come with whirlpool tubs. The barren outside lacks the landscaping befitting of a resort, so the large outdoor pool loses some of its luxury in the daytime. Travelers not looking for a spa, and who want something that looks a little chicer, might prefer the nearby Pietre Nere Resort.
This upper-middle-range, modern boutique property is a rarity in this part of Sicily where older hotels are the norm. The stylish rooms are decorated in a minimalist fashion (some might call it spartan). Amenities include a large pool with a hot tub and a restaurant that serves a gourmet take on Sicilian dishes. While the location is a bit remote, it’s a good base for exploring the southeastern part of the island. The resort is a popular spot for weddings, which can sometimes get noisy late at night.
This upper-middle-range, modern boutique property is a rarity in this part of Sicily where older hotels are the norm. The stylish rooms are decorated in a minimalist fashion (some might call it spartan). Amenities include a large pool with a hot tub and a restaurant that serves a gourmet take on Sicilian dishes. While the location is a bit remote, it’s a good base for exploring the southeastern part of the island. The resort is a popular spot for weddings, which can sometimes get noisy late at night.