The Top 5 Luxury Holiday Destinations in Sicily

What could be more glamorous than a sun-splashed getaway in Sicily? Everything about this sunny, three-cornered island at the tip of Italy’s boot oozes charm — from its stunning natural sights to its sparkling coastline, picturesque seaside towns, and Blue Flag beaches lapped by the cobalt-blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

After two bruising years and the Covid-hit summers of 2020 and 2021, we all deserve a holiday. The largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily is blessed with abundant treasures, and should be on your travel list. This sun-drenched southern Italian island’s fascinating history, relaxing charm, fine cuisine and over-the-top accommodation options have made it synonymous with luxury escapes.

Here are the best Sicilian destinations for a luxurious and relaxing day break. Choose Sicily Villasone of the leading and most exclusive vacation rental companies on the island, will ensure you find the best accommodation.

South-Eastern Sicily – Noto

For a sun-kissed vacation with a little bit of everything that makes luxury holidays in Sicily so appealing — culture, fine dining, seaside relaxation and postcard-worthy beaches — you really can’t beat Noto , the honey-colored limestone capital of the Sicilian Baroque. One of Italy’s most beautiful gems, Noto is an eighteenth-century Baroque masterpiece of town planning, just waiting to be discovered.

So why not rent a super-luxe villa in the surrounding area? The epitome of high class luxury, Villa Orizzonte is a contemporary-designed luxury retreat with perfectly-manicured gardens, satellite TV, and its own private 60-foot stone swimming pool that offers to-die-for views while lounging poolside.

Sleeping up to eight people, this panoramically positioned, next-level villa for rent in Noto is ideal for a group of friends and family ready to spend quality time together away from the crowds.

North-Eastern Sicily – Taormina

It’s impossible to talk about luxury holidays in Sicily without mentioning the charming hilltop town of Taormina, nicknamed the Pearl of the Ionian Sea. This bijou town perched on a hillside high above the coast has attracted royals, intellectuals, and big-name travelers since the days of the eighteenth-century Grand Tour, from Ernest Hemingway, Goethe, and DH Lawrence , to Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor, just to name a few.

Taormina’s third-century BC Greco-Roman open-air amphitheater is still used today as a venue for classical operas, concerts, and theatrical events. Stars who have played here include Bruce Springsteen, Kasabian, and Sting.

Unsurprisingly, Taormina is still a favorite of the rich and famous, and draws a number of celebrities, A-listers, and business elite looking for the best of the best. For lodging in this area, check out Villa Mazzarò, an ultra-luxe cliff-side villa with an expansive jacuzzi, offering just about everything one could ask for in a summer house, from at least in eight bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, up to a charming. 32-foot long swimming pool, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a barbecue pit for BBQ parties.

North-Western Sicily – Scopello

You can feel the Already. Wowas Scopello’s bay, on the northwest coast of Sicily, happens to be one of the most photographed in the entire Mediterranean, and has even appeared in several Hollywood movies and TV series, including Ocean’s Twelve with George Clooney and Brad Pitt, and the hit Sicilian detective series Inspector Montalbano.

An easy drive west of Palermo, Scopello is a great place to soak up traditional Sicilian culture while marveling at the massive faraglioni rock formations rising from the Mediterranean Sea. With old warehouses and fishermen’s huts dotting a small cove hugged by steep-sided cliffs topped with medieval towers, the ancient, cappuccino-colored tuna processing plant at Scopello is one of the most -photogenic location in Europe. It’s not hard to see why this small coastal village in the province of Trapani has long been popular with film directors, and magazine photographers.

Located in Scopello, Bay View is an architect-designed, two-bedroom villa that boasts on-point interior décor, modern comforts, state-of-the-art amenities, and a stunning infinity pool with the best views. Check it out!

South-West Sicily – Menfi

About an hour’s drive southwest of Palermo, the historic wine town of Menfi should be at the top of your bucket list. Don’t let its size deter you! Many activities await. The quaint town of Menfi offers many activities suitable for high-end travelers, from wine tasting, windsurfing and cycling through the amazing nature, to scuba diving, kitesurfing, and snorkelling in clear waters full of marine life. The possibilities are endless.

Now you want to know about the best luxury villas in south-western Sicily with a private swimming pool, right? For affluent holidaymakers who want a quiet and private hideaway in the middle of western Sicily’s unspoilt coastal landscape, Essence is the perfect luxury retreat to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. Luxury knows no bounds at this top-of-the-range modernist villa that sits on a sweeping olive-tree-lined hill overlooking the sea over the luscious vineyards of world-renowned winemaker Planeta.

South-Eastern Sicily – Syracuse

Almost as prestigious as Athens, Corinth, and Carthage when it was a colony of Magna Graecia, the ancient coastal city of Syracuse (Syracuse in Italian) is a true gem on the southeastern coast of Sicily, now listed among UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. The small adjoining island of Ortygia is where most of the historic sites are located, including amazing Baroque buildings, a medieval fortress, and some beautiful Greek Doric temples.

One of the most sought after rental properties in this part of the island is Prestige, listed in Select Sicily’s ever-growing portfolio of deluxe villas. This exclusive property offers the privacy, space and comfort of a private home paired with top-notch amenities, captivating views, and direct, private access to the transparent waters of the Ionian Sea. Pool dwellers, foodies, and sea lovers will find plenty to do, whether it’s lounging by the pool with one of Andrea Camilleri’s books, sipping some local wine while the sun sets, or swimming in crystal clear, sparkling blue water before a dinner of freshly caught fish.

Planning your next glamorous vacation? As you can see, renting a super-luxe sea-view villa is the way to go. All properties mentioned are available to rent through Select Sicily, a luxury vacation rental company dedicated to providing the highest quality accommodation in sunny Sicily. For more information and reservations, please visit the company website Selectsicilyvillas.com.

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