Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Marina di Cottone Beach

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Exterior
Indoor wedding
Rooftop terrace
Grand Suite Vinarium
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

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

Room options

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

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

Junior Suite

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

Grand Suite Cavaliere Costarelli

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

Double Room - Disability Access

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite Deluxe

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

Grand Suite Vinarium

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

Grand Suite Aetneum

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

About the area

Calatabiano

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Calatabiano hotel, you'll find Marina di Cottone Beach and Greek Ruins. Giardini Naxos Beach and Museum and Archaeological Area of ​​Naxos are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • San Marco Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marina di Cottone Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Corso Umberto - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Giardini Naxos Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Greek Theatre - 15 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Calatabiano Station - 5 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa del Massaro Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olympus Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Area Servizio Calatabiano - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Da Lino Trattoria Sicilia Bedda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stella di Mare - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa

4-star beachfront hotel near Marina di Cottone Beach
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.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1689
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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

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

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 elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with satellite channels

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

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.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT087010A1POLKD38N

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa is 35.1 mi (54-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $305, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mediterranean cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Aquae Leonis, where you can enjoy body treatments, body scrubs, and thalassotherapy.

How close is Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa to downtown Calatabiano?

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa is 2 mi away from Calatabiano.

Castello San Marco Charming Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Meshal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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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...
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning grounds. Kind and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Debs

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

Relaxing Hotel

A relaxing time.