“This guesthouse is nestled within a vineyard in Noto, a city in the Sicilian countryside. Rooms are modern, dressed in a pleasing pastel palette with luxurious linens; a private residence with a separate pool is available for ultimate discretion. Eat at the organic restaurant; a delightful retreat.”

Hotel review

The rolling hills of the Sicilian countryside just outside of Noto are a picturesque setting for this luxury hotel. Nestled within a vineyard and plentiful citrus and almond trees are the hotel's three residences, with wistful, winding paths running between them. Guests can choose between private rooms or an entire suite with its own pool. Many of the rooms offer a verandah overlooking the verdant gardens and there is a large pool for communal use. Rooms are simply dressed in soft pastels with large windows, allowing the original heritage buildings and the natural surroundings to do most of the talking. The restaurant Orti di Villadorata is the crown jewel of the hotel; seasonal dishes are produced using locally sourced ingredients, many coming from the grounds of the hotel itself. Traditional Sicilian cuisine gets a contemporary facelift in this menu; guests can give the dishes a go with cooking classes available with the chef. With an idyllic setting, well-appointed rooms and great facilities, this hotel is certainly within the cream of the crop in this part of Italy.

HG Staff
HG Staff Review published: 03/07/2024

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • Set within the rolling hills of the Sicilian countryside, this hotel makes a great escape to the country
  • Hideaway

    • Set outside of the city on a private vineyard, this hotel is the perfect hideaway holiday destination
  • Romantic Break

    • The serene natural setting and the pretty outdoor pool score highly with couples
  • Cycling

    • Explore the beautiful natural landscape of the Sicilian countryside on two wheels; enquire at the hotel regarding bike hire
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Cattedrale di Noto, a beautiful example of Sicilian Baroque architecture
  • Great walks

    • Plan a day of long walks in the nearby Vendicari Natural Reserve
  • Pet friendly

    • Charges may be applicable
  • Remote

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Country House

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Secluded setting

  • Romantic

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Restaurant

Facilities

  • Rooms

    8 rooms in this hotel
  • Pet friendly

    Charges may be applicable
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Massage

  • Airport transfer

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Concierge

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Safe

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Cycling

    • Explore the beautiful natural landscape of the Sicilian countryside on two wheels; enquire at the hotel regarding bike hire
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Cattedrale di Noto, a beautiful example of Sicilian Baroque architecture
  • Great walks

    • Plan a day of long walks in the nearby Vendicari Natural Reserve

Map & Location

Other reviews

Country House Villadorata

The bucolic getaway is pretty much perfect, like its predecessor: It sits on a former winery, claiming 28 acres of gently rolling hillside, and is populated by organic olive, almond, and citrus trees.

Originally published by CN Traveller

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