Hotel Villa Favorita  

In Val di Noto, about 2.5 km from Noto’s baroque center and a five-minute drive to the Ionian Sea. This upscale 4-star relais sits in a converted 18th-century villa near Porta Reale, Church of Ecce Homo and the Cathedral of Noto.

Thirty-six air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, minibars, safes, desks and digital TV. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos and bidets. The relais is family-run by descendants of the original owners and is closed seasonally from October 29 to April 17.

Seasonal outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness center. Spa offerings include a massage room and solarium, plus a library, bicycles to rent, a banquet hall and poolside bar. On clear mornings you’re minutes from beaches and salty sea breeze.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, a computer station, express check-in/out, two meeting rooms and free self‑parking.

Granieri restaurant focuses on regional Sicilian cuisine. There’s also a coffee shop/café, bar/lounge, poolside bar and limited room service. Buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 to 10:00 for a fee.