2 Best Hotels in Siracusa and the Southeast, Sicily

With a selection of smartly appointed rooms scattered among traditional stone buildings and a modern breakfast room and reception area, this ideally located albergo diffuso with chic citrus-grove gardens provides a perfect Val di Noto base. Charming owner Michele is always on hand to help, with wonderful suggestions for visits in Ragusa and beyond. There's an excellent breakfast selection including made-to-order eggs and handpicked fruits, which can be enjoyed in the garden, a peaceful haven at all times of the day and where the pool can also be found.

Once the palatial residence of the Villadorata family, this small luxury hotel offers guests a taste of Sicilian aristocracy with seven individual palatial suites (think frescoes, chandeliers, antiques, and grand bathrooms) plus impeccable service, modern comforts, and sumptuous breakfasts. Complementing the tasteful opulence and artworks throughout is the attention to detail including personalized, enveloped notes, and complimentary gifts.