About Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA
The 17th-century Baroque house of Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA, surrounded by almost 40,000 square metres of botanical gardens, boasts Mount Etna for a stunning backdrop. Opening up onto a private beach, this elegant Sicilian building hosts a spa and conference facilities for 350 attendees.
The suites are dispersed around the main castle-like building in the park; some boast large private terraces and sitting areas. Each is air-conditioned and features satellite TV.
To complement its hammam, hot tub and sauna, the Aquae Leonis spa also offers mud baths, massages and a range of therapies. Castello di San Marco Charming Hotel & SPA also hosts a large outdoor pool and floodlit tennis court.
Guests can eat at the main fine-dining Mastri Flavetta restaurant or in Acquicella, the summer gazebo. Bar 1892 makes for an authentic setting to enjoy some fine local vintages and liqueurs.
The ancient hilltop town of Taormina, with its Greek Amphitheatre and Duomo cathedral, is a 25-minute drive from the accommodation. The cable car is 12 kilometres away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Superb dishes await you.
There are various eating spots in the Castello Di San Marco where you can enjoy delectable dishes from all over the world. The one that stood out and the one you should not miss is the Sicilian cuisine. Careful preparation is clearly done. Moreover, the r
positive:
Well-kept grounds is very refreshing.
It is just fitting for a castle to have well-kept grounds. The garden is a part of the hotel worth visiting. The bushes are clean and trimmed well. You cannot even find a single piece of trash on the grounds. The cleaning staffs really outdid themselves.
positive:
The hotel’s private beach is amazing.
You will surely like the privacy given by the Castello Di San Marco. You can enjoy unforgettable moments with your loved ones in the beach. This hotel entitles you to heart to heart talks, and quality time. Moreover, the beach is clean. The waters are sim
Negative Reviews
negative:
Slightly smelly mattresses.
The mattresses are comfortable but there’s one downside—they are slightly smelly. If ever you get bothered by the smell, you can ask for extra sheets. The rooms are extremely clean so you don’t have to worry about other weird smells.
negative:
Lighting in some places is quite dim.
The way going to the parking area is a little dim. Obviously, the lighting could be improved. If you are highly sensitive to light, you can bring flashlights whenever you go to the parking area.
negative:
It can be noisy during peak seasons.
A little bit of noise enters the rooms especially during the peak seasons. You can choose the rooms on the upper floors to avoid the noise. Closing the windows can do the trick too.