Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA
Via San Marco 40
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Why people book this hotel
“The stuff were very helpful and nice”
“Staff very friendly, breakfast amazing”
“Nice location not far from Taormina, perfect location to escape from the crowded…”
“Beautiful grounds and setting with close location to the beach”
“I enjoyed spending time by the hotel pool”
“The grounds were beautiful as well as the buildings, beach and pool”
“, beach, pool - Delicious breakfast buffet with great coffee”
“The breakfast has excellent options and the setting for it is also special”
“Beds large and comfortable and excellent breakfast”
“Amazing attentive staff and beautiful spacious rooms”
“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
Karolina
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
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.
ines
couple
April 28, 2026
“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
Kiran
couple
January 19, 2026
Beautiful place, gardens, surroundings, and lovely staff.
Clinton
couple
October 11, 2025
“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.
Paul
couple
October 6, 2025
“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.
Guest
couple
October 6, 2025
Beautiful place, gardens, surroundings, and lovely staff.
Julie
couple
September 30, 2025
“Beautiful buildings and grounds”
Beautiful place, lovely grounds, pool and buildings
marguerita
family_with_children
September 23, 2025
Nice and quiet
Marius Christopher
couple
September 19, 2025
“Exceptional service”
- Beautiful common facilities e.g., beach, pool - Delicious breakfast buffet with great coffee
veronica
couple
September 12, 2025
“Great place to stay in the Taormina area.”
Wonderful historic building , gardens and pool area were amazing
A.Aliyeva
family_with_children
September 11, 2025
“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!
Evanthia
couple
September 8, 2025
“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.
Sharon
solo_traveller
September 6, 2025
“The property itself is stunning and charming. Lovely staff.”
The surrounding grounds and gardens were stunning!
Mihaiela
family_with_children
August 10, 2025
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.
Paul
family_with_children
July 22, 2025
“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.
Lila
family_with_children
June 14, 2025
“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!
Asier
couple
May 7, 2025
“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
Anka
family_with_children
May 1, 2025
Extremely good hosting made our anniversary really special
עודד
extended_group
April 13, 2025
“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.
Irene
family_with_children
April 9, 2025
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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