Donna Coraly Country Boutique Hotel in Arenella (Syracuse), Sicily

Donna Coraly Country Boutique Hotel offers two heated outdoor pools: an infinity pool and a bio-lake natural pool, with sun loungers and umbrellas. The property also includes an electric vehicle charging station, a chapel-shrine, and a designated smoking area. Daily housekeeping, laundry, and ironing services are provided, along with a 24-hour front desk and concierge.

The hotel has 10 rooms and suites, each with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and bathrobes with slippers. Some rooms include a private garden or hot tub, with four-poster beds and Ortigia toiletries in the bathroom. Each room opens onto a private patio or terrace with views of the pool or gardens.

On-site dining is available at La Zaituna restaurant, which holds a Michelin star and serves dishes featuring produce from the hotel's own gardens and olive oil. The Orangerie bar offers refreshments by the pool, and breakfast includes homegrown fruits, jams, and fresh eggs. Special diet menus, wine or champagne, and room service are also available.

The hotel is situated in the countryside between Syracuse and Noto, a 15-minute drive to Ortigia and 10 minutes to Cassibile. It is near beaches and offers access to horse riding, cycling, and golfing in the area. The property itself has a historic park commemorating the 1943 Armistice of Cassibile, with a memorial under a tree.

Guests can book a range of spa services including full body massages, facial treatments, body scrubs, and hot spring baths at the hotel. Yoga classes and a personal trainer are available, along with a hot tub and two outdoor pools. The hotel also offers babysitting services, board games, and strollers for families, and pet bowls are provided for dogs.

Rooms: 10 suites with private patios and Ortigia toiletries

Dining: Michelin-starred La Zaituna restaurant with homegrown produce

Wellness: Full spa menu with massages, yoga, and personal trainer

Location: 15 min to Ortigia and Syracuse, near Noto and beaches

History: Site of the 1943 Allied Armistice with memorial park

Family: Babysitting, board games, strollers, and family rooms

Pets: Pet bowls and designated areas allowed