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. 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.
Castello di San Marco is 5 minutes' drive from Calatabiano and is ideal for visiting Taormina and Mount Etna. Popular local activities include horse riding, scuba diving and sightseeing tours.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“Beautiful grounds and setting with close location to the beach. Beds large and comfortable and excellent breakfast. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.”
Paul
United Kingdom
“Had no idea what to expect but absolutely loved the castle and its grounds. Great peaceful area and slightly rural but still very near a town and civilisation, a 15 minute car and or taxi ride to Taormina, but a 5 minute car drive to the nearest...”
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Julie
United Kingdom
“Beautiful place, lovely grounds, pool and buildings”
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Marius
Switzerland
“- Beautiful common facilities e.g., beach, pool
- Delicious breakfast buffet with great coffee”
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Veronica
Australia
“Wonderful historic building , gardens and pool area were amazing”
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Azerbaijan
“Here’s a polished version of your review for Castello Charming Hotel:
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Castello Charming Hotel. The location is incredible — right by the beach and close to the sea, making it the perfect spot to relax and...”
Evanthia
United Kingdom
“Gorgeous grounds, with lovely planting, lovely pool and beach club. Very nicely designed. Good car park.”
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Sharon
United Kingdom
“The surrounding grounds and gardens were stunning!”
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Mihaiela
Switzerland
“The breakfast has excellent options and the setting for it is also special.
Nice access to the beach, large pool.
Staff is helpful and friendly.”
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Paul
United Kingdom
“A delightful restored palace that was an ideal place for a relaxing break. The building and gardens are very pretty, with a nice pool and easy access to the beach nearby. The location is relatively close to Taormina but well away from the...”
Property surroundings
Food & Drink
Breakfast
Superb breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$11.70 per person.
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the private beach is open from the 15th June until 15th September. Access to the beach, as well as use of parasols and sun loungers, is at an extra cost.
The spa is at extra cost.
Please note that suites are set in the private park and not the main castle building.
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