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Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
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Exterior
Grand Suite Vinarium
Rooftop terrace
Indoor wedding
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included

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Via San Marco 40, Calatabiano, CT, 95011
  • Place, San Marco Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina di Cottone Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Recanati Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪40 min drive‬
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Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Suite Cavaliere Costarelli | Terrace/patio

Grand Suite Cavaliere Costarelli

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room - Disability Access

Double Room - Disability Access

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive Junior Suite

Executive Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Junior Suite Deluxe | Bathroom

Junior Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Suite Vinarium

Grand Suite Vinarium

  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Grand Suite Aetneum | Private pool

Grand Suite Aetneum

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

Private beach and outdoor pool, near Greek Ruins
Catch some rays on Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa's private beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa offers 30 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Calatabiano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Aquae Leonis has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. Children under 7 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa.
During your stay at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa, you're just a quick walk from San Marco Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at I MASTRI FLAVETTA, a fine-dining restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with facials, aromatherapy, or thalassotherapy at Aquae Leonis
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a steam room, and a sauna
  • 6 minutes by car from Marina di Cottone Beach and 6 minutes from Greek Ruins
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for free (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Unwind on the hotel's private beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa like an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This Baroque hotel also offers a hot tub, a steam room, and a garden. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Calatabiano hotel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
I MASTRI FLAVETTA - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • I MASTRI FLAVETTA

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Canoeing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Pedal boat
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Baroque architecture
  • Built in 1689
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during December, January, and February:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 18 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 90.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 90.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - midnight.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT087010A1POLKD38N
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel Spa
Castello Marco Charming & Spa
Castello Di San Marco Charming Hotel And Spa
Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa Hotel
Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa Calatabiano
Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa Hotel Calatabiano

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here! The Castello San Marco really is charming! The property is beautiful, the room was extremely spacious and comfortable, the breakfast was fantastic, and we can't say enough about how lovely the staff was! Alexandra and Flavia were so wonderful and helpful with everything we asked for. We would stay there again any time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meshal, Bear

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Absolutely charming - the perfect combination of modern resort amenities with old world ambience and sophistication. Only thing I would change is the menu at the restaurant. Would have ate there every night if the food wasn’t all so gourmet. Instead had to find other places in town for something more casual and traditional
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Veronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Comfortable hotel though needs updating

Our room was very dated and dark windows were dirty and no internet connection in room. Feel the hotel could do with updating and disappointing not to have daily water in room. My wife’s Amberjack fish was overcooked and inedible there was no offer of a reduction in the total cost. Staff however were excellent just feel for a 4 star hotel the accommodation could be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Castello San Marco is beautiful, peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily the top highlight of our sicily trip. Besides the magnificent site and beach nearby, big thanks to the hotel and restaurant team for making our stay and couple anniversary extra special! We enjoyed every minute of it. Will definitely come back next time we visit sicily!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

The charm of real Sicily

A wonderful relax with perfect service and mix of chateau charm and pool and beach . Authentic and discrete
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Louise, Dagenham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best of everything. Traditional, beach across the road, restaurant options close by and 20min drive to Taormina. Beautiful hotel and amazing staff and surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beyond incredible, the grounds are immaculate. Our family enjoyed the gorgeous pool and sea. We were there in July. Everyone was so welcoming and we would absolutely come back. Just a 15 minute drive from Taormina.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. But gaining entrance was problematic. The front gate/entryway is pedestrian only which we did not know beforehand. And that's where Google maps dumps you. You need to go to the parking lot (parcheggio) down the road from the main entrance and be buzzed in to the lot by the front desk. But no one tells you that. And the sign for the lot is small. So beware.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed here for a week long holiday. The property and staff are amazing. Good dining on and near property and amazing pool and beach. Taormina is a short taxi ride away and very accessible. Quiet and romantic. Staff is great. We will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is like a gorgeous and peaceful oasis near the frenzied touristy Taormina. The location was like a movie set Italian villa. The staff were excellent, the room was clean and lovely. The morning breakfast was outstanding. Would stay again and again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful large rooms, pool and grounds. Staff & food A+.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were at Castello San Marco for my wife’s 30th birthday. The hotel was fantastic, and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Amenities
Unique Property. Grand on all aspects. Fan Grounds Beautifully Landscaped. Michelin Quality Restaurant with Amazing Staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

SARA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing week in Sicily

Lovely quiet setting. Very close to the beach. Great restaurant. Beautiful gardens. Very helpful and charming staff although, by the pool, sometimes hard to find staff or towels. A pack of hotel information in the room would have been useful - restaurant times/bar times/telephone number for reception & room service/local facilities etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024