Zafran Boutique Hotel  

Perched in Donnalucata on Sicily’s southeast coast, in the hill-town of Scicli. Steps from Spiaggia Donnalucata and a short walk to Pezza Filippa Beach, with Marina di Ragusa, Sampieri Beach and the Castle of Donnafugata close by. A boutique beach hotel base for exploring nearby Greek Theatre and the Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

This intimate Mediterranean boutique hotel has just 11 individually decorated rooms. Expect minibars, flat-screen TVs and pillowtop beds in every room. Private bathrooms feature tubs or showers and bidets; some rooms offer bathrobes and slippers. The property keeps things chic and local, with spa treatments, facials and an on-site hair salon and massage room for a relaxed, stylish stay.

Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and walk to the beach. Enjoy an on-site restaurant, bar/lounge and a café, plus room service. Spa services include body treatments and facials; a hair salon and massage room are available. Practical perks include free self parking onsite, 24-hour front desk, concierge, laundry and dry cleaning, complimentary lobby newspapers, and an airport shuttle service for a surcharge.

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, plus concierge and tour/ticket assistance to help arrange excursions and transfers.

On-site restaurant serves local Sicilian flavors and seasonal dishes. Grab a specialty coffee in the café or unwind with a drink at the bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered daily (for a fee), and room service is available for laid-back mornings or late returns.