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Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA

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Via San Marco 40

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

The stuff were very helpful and nice

Staff very friendly, breakfast amazing

Great location
10 mentions

Nice location not far from Taormina, perfect location to escape from the crowded…

Beautiful grounds and setting with close location to the beach

Pool
10 mentions

I enjoyed spending time by the hotel pool

The grounds were beautiful as well as the buildings, beach and pool

Breakfast available
6 mentions

, beach, pool - Delicious breakfast buffet with great coffee

The breakfast has excellent options and the setting for it is also special

Comfortable rooms
5 mentions

Beds large and comfortable and excellent breakfast

Amazing attentive staff and beautiful spacious rooms

Clean rooms
1 mentions

Excellent hotel, located above all others, excellent service, exemplary cleanlin…

Overview

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.

Traveller reviews

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Karolina

solo_traveller

May 16, 2026

10

The place was incredible. The stuff were very helpful and nice. I enjoyed spending time by the hotel pool. The place has it’s own gated car part. I had one of the best negroni cocktails at their bar.

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ines

couple

April 28, 2026

9

Aanrader !

Staff very friendly, breakfast amazing. Nice location not far from Taormina, perfect location to escape from the crowded Taormina. Also nice wine/cocktail bar. Beautiful garden

K

Kiran

couple

January 19, 2026

8

Beautiful place, gardens, surroundings, and lovely staff.

C

Clinton

couple

October 11, 2025

8

Beautiful grounds and setting

Beautiful grounds and setting with close location to the beach. Beds large and comfortable and excellent breakfast. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.

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Paul

couple

October 6, 2025

10

Beautiful in all aspects

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 town for basics and cafes. The grounds were beautiful as well as the buildings, beach and pool. Amazing attentive staff and beautiful spacious rooms. Definitely best for a peaceful weekend and would love to return.

S

Guest

couple

October 6, 2025

8

Beautiful place, gardens, surroundings, and lovely staff.

J

Julie

couple

September 30, 2025

9

Beautiful buildings and grounds

Beautiful place, lovely grounds, pool and buildings

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marguerita

family_with_children

September 23, 2025

10

Nice and quiet

M

Marius Christopher

couple

September 19, 2025

8

Exceptional service

- Beautiful common facilities e.g., beach, pool - Delicious breakfast buffet with great coffee

V

veronica

couple

September 12, 2025

9

Great place to stay in the Taormina area.

Wonderful historic building , gardens and pool area were amazing

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A.Aliyeva

family_with_children

September 11, 2025

8

Amazing hotel in Sicily

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 enjoy Sicily. The hotel itself feels very special, almost like staying in a Michelin-starred destination, with excellent dining on site. What makes it even more unique is its history, as the building dates back to the 17th century. Staying here felt like stepping back in time while still enjoying modern comfort. We will definitely come back again!

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Evanthia

couple

September 8, 2025

9

We had a fabulous stay, staff friendly and helpful, food and cocktails excellent. A very relaxing and beautiful environm

Gorgeous grounds, with lovely planting, lovely pool and beach club. Very nicely designed. Good car park.

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Sharon

solo_traveller

September 6, 2025

8

The property itself is stunning and charming. Lovely staff.

The surrounding grounds and gardens were stunning!

M

Mihaiela

family_with_children

August 10, 2025

9

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.

P

Paul

family_with_children

July 22, 2025

10

Historic hotel, ideal for a relaxing stay

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 tourist trail so it's ideal for a bit of peace and quiet. Breakfasts were very good with a large amount of choice and there is a nice bar in the gardens. There are great views across to Mount Etna throughout the property.

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Lila

family_with_children

June 14, 2025

10

Beautiful, peaceful paradise

Stunning place to stay, the marketing doesn’t do the hotel any justice - it’s far more beautiful than we expected! The location is very residential and away from touristic sites, which was perfect for us as it was very peaceful - reception were more than helpful in arranging taxis for when we wanted to venture out. (We chose not to hire a car!). The staff are very warm and welcoming, food and drinks are lovely, and the pool is divine!

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Asier

couple

May 7, 2025

10

Amazing Charmning Stay … everything is like a fairy tale !

Amazing stay, beautiful character hotel and amazing staff. Everything is kept in pristine condition from the gardens to the salons to the fantastic pool …. Difficult to describe how beautiful this property is

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Anka

family_with_children

May 1, 2025

10

Extremely good hosting made our anniversary really special

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עודד

extended_group

April 13, 2025

10

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel, located above all others, excellent service, exemplary cleanliness, excellent facilities. We had the honor of participating in the opening event of the excellent chef's restaurant. Special mention to Flavia, the receptionist, who was always at our disposal with a smile and essential information. In short, an excellent hotel.

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Irene

family_with_children

April 9, 2025

9

An elegant stay and a superb welcome from the team

The property is located in a castle of the 19th century surrounded by a garden and with access to a black beach. The staff was superb and everything was well taken cared of. Big spotlight on the breakfast served in a very elegant room with excellent homemade cakes, regional products, and more. We loved it.

Facilities

Activities

Tennis court, Sauna, Skiing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Children's playground, Table tennis, Windsurfing, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Hammam, Private beach area, Water sport facilities on site, Open-air bath, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Make up services, Manicure, Pedicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Personal trainer, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Beachfront, Tennis equipment, Beach, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Bar, Restaurant, Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Wine/champagne, Fruits

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Safety deposit box, Chapel/shrine, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area

Internet

Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor pool, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property

Services

Pet bowls, Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Ironing service, Tour desk, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities

Ski

Ski storage, Ski school, Ski pass vendor

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room - Disability Access

The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 38 1 bedroom0
Deluxe Junior Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 34 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Suite with Garden View

The deluxe is a spacious suite consisting of 1 bedroom, living room, and an en suite bathroom with shower. One suite has a hydromassage bath. This suite is situated in the park that surrounds the castle.

Max 4 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Executive Junior Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Grand Suite

This suite features a private pool. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The spacious suite offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 70 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Junior Suite with Garden View

There is also a kettle with a selection of teas. With stone walls, they also feature a living room, double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower. This suite is situated in the park that surrounds the castle.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite

A comfortable suite with a warm atmosphere, it consists of a bathroom with shower, large living room and luxury bedroom. There is also a kettle with a selection of teas. This suite is situated in the park that surrounds the castle.

Max 4 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Private Pool

Guests will have a special experience as this suite features a private pool. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Private Pool

The private pool is a top feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The spacious suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 65 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease 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.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 9:07 AM

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