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Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
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A grand building with a central staircase, surrounded by lush gardens and a reflective water feature.
A modern room with a built-in pool, a white sofa set, and a small window.
An aerial view of a beach with rows of beach chairs and umbrellas, a lifeguard tower, and people in the water.
An outdoor event with a large building in the background, surrounded by trees and tables set up for guests.
An outdoor seating area with white draped canopies, wicker chairs, and tables overlooking the sea.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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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, Corso Umberto
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪42 min drive‬
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A living room with a patterned armchair, a cabinet, a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a white sofa, a round table with a laptop, a camera, and a pineapple decoration.

Deluxe Suite

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a plant, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite

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

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A wooden deck with a hot tub, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

Grand Suite Cavaliere Costarelli

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room - Disability Access | Living area

Double Room - Disability Access

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A spa room with a large oval bathtub, a stone wall, a candelabra, and a small fountain.

Junior Suite Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern room with a built-in pool, a white sofa set, and a small window.

Grand Suite Vinarium

  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Suite Aetneum | Terrace/patio

Grand Suite Aetneum

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

Catch some rays on Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa's private sand 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 28 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Satellite television is provided.

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

A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the hotel. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include 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 Mediterranean cuisine with garden views at Giardino di Pietra, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with mud baths, body treatments, or facials at Aquae Leonis
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and a steam room
  • 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
Step outside to unwind on the sand 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.
Giardino di Pietra - Overlooking the garden, 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. Open daily.
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
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Giardino di Pietra

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
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • 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
  • Slippers
  • 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

Property class

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. 140 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, charming, romantic, inviting. Absolutely lovely breakfast with freshly baked croissants and fresh pressed orange juice in a beautiful setting. Every detail in the room is romantic and exquisite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, in a wonderful location. The hotel is magical, and the Staff were outstanding. Everything about our room was perfect and the breakfast was delicious. The food from the restaurant wasn't to our liking, however this didn't affect our stay. I would recommend having a car to explore as there is nothing much within walking distance, however the hotel is so beautiful you may not want to go anywhere else!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded oasis of peace and calm. Oozing with character. V well maintained. Ideally need rental car to fully appreciated the area. Plenty of local restaurant choices 10 mins drive. 25 mins to Taormina. Nice room (junior suite), plenty of space. Bit quirky re electrical points location. Soundproofing not 100% but was never a problem. Excellent bathroom. Breakfast average. Staff professional and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, wonderful food, nice spa, staff was very helpful and friendly...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel with beautiful charm. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Louise

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Beautiful hotel

Beautiful hotel - former Castello with a private beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meshal

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

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in an amazing oasis. Ambience and atmosphere like a 5 star resort.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxed place it's like you have the place to your self very nice and peaceful set in greats grounds will defo return
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dany

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great Hotel

Our only regret was we couldn’t stay for longer…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Maybe the best surroundings we have experienced.

Quite wonderful setting, fabulous large clean pool, very helpful efficient personnel in every department. Excellent restaurant food.
Pool
View of main building
View of main building
Snapshot of site. But it’s massive and full of wonderful trees and greenery and flowers
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful site.

Quite wonderful setting, fabulous large clean pool, very helpful efficient personnel in every department. Excellent restaurant food.
Pool
View of main building
View of main building
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel but in a remote location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017