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Borgo del Carato

Family-friendly bed & breakfast with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Hallway

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa

Explore the area

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s.s. 124 km 97, Palazzolo Acreide, SR, 96010
  • Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Castello Eurialo
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Lungomare di Ortigia
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Family Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | Living area | Plasma TV

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Studio Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Palazzolo Acreide

Borgo del Carato is located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Anapo Valley and within a 10-minute drive of Mother Church. This 15-room bed & breakfast welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.
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What's nearby

  • Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Castello Eurialo - 23 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Archaeological Park of Neapolis - 29 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Greek Theatre of Syracuse - 29 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 32 min drive - 18.8 miles

Getting around

  • Priolo Melilli Station - 25 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Flash - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪La Pizzoleria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Curtìgghiu 84 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar Costantino - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bar California Caffè - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Borgo del Carato

Family-friendly bed & breakfast with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna
Guests of Borgo del Carato have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 60 per vehicle one way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa bed & breakfast include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a kids' club.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and plasma TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1810
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - October 2014

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Borgo Carato Hotel Palazzolo Acreide
Borgo Carato Hotel
Borgo Carato Palazzolo Acreide
Borgo Carato
Borgo Carato B&B Palazzolo Acreide
Borgo Carato B&B
Borgo Carato Palazzolo Acreide
Borgo del Carato Bed & breakfast
Borgo del Carato Palazzolo Acreide
Borgo del Carato Bed & breakfast Palazzolo Acreide

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Borgo del Carato?

This bed & breakfast is located in Palazzolo Acreide, close to Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica, Anapo Valley, and Puppet Theatre Museum. You'll also find Museum Etnografico Nunzio Bruno nearby.

Will I be able to park at Borgo del Carato?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is a spa located at Borgo del Carato?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include body wraps, massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

Does Borgo del Carato include a casino?

No, Borgo del Carato doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Borgo del Carato?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Borgo del Carato a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Borgo del Carato?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this bed & breakfast.

Does Borgo del Carato feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Borgo del Carato serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Borgo del Carato allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Borgo del Carato and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Borgo del Carato?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Borgo del Carato?

The closest major airport to Borgo del Carato is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is about 25 mi away. Another top airport is Vincenzo Magliocco Airport (CIY), which is around 25.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Borgo del Carato?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Borgo del Carato Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly delightful stay. Borgo del Carato is beautifully restored, and located in beautiful surroundings. The first thing that struck us is how the air is rich with the scent of orange and wisteria blossom and the garden in the morning full of birdsong. The team were all friendly and welcoming, going out of their way to make our stay smooth and comfortable. And the food is delicious, with an excellent breakfast (the cakes deserve special mention) and a superb five course evening meal made of fresh local ingredients. Overall we couldn’t be happier with our stay. My only regret is that we only booked for two nights - I would love to come back for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbe endroit, tranquille, belle piscine. Nous avons adoré notre séjour.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nikki

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

Fabulous

The grounds and building were amazing! The food was local, delicious and affordable. Santo was so helpful. It was our favorite place in Italy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Michael P.

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

Stunning property in the country

A bit of a drive into country, but worth it. Beautiful location and a stunning, old property, well-kept, really special. Friendly dogs, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

los , uk

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

beautiful hotel

This is a beautiful set up, a former carob farm in the Sicilian countryside converted to a hotel and spa. It is like a film set, its stunning. We had a lovely stay here. My criticism would be that the room was not as smart as I expected. The shower curtain was mouldy, one of the lights did not work and although spacious, our room had nowhere to sit. It would have been nice to have a balcony or an area to just sit and appreciate the surroundings. The staff are lovely and help wherever they can. There is a spa but it did not seem to be really functioning. The hotel should put more info in the rooms about the treatments on offer, the costs and timings etc. It's a lovely place and needs to promote itself more to its guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

E.M., UK

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

Beautiful Retreat

We enjoyed staying in this lovely hotel. It used to be a mill and has been wonderfully restored. The staff were very helpful, accommodating and friendly. Dogs are super cute!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

beago, england

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

Fabulous hotel.

Superb hotel in a lovely location.our room was huge situated on the second floor,with views across the fields.there is only 15 rooms in this old converted farmhouse,so most of the time we had the pool to ourselves.the food was quality and plenty of it and nothing was too much for the staff if we needed anything.we were part of the family which included playing with the dogs and birthday parties.on the middle week end we were invited to a family birthday party at the hotel.a fantastic evening.on our last day we had a few hours to wait for our flight,but the manager said there was no rush we could leave when we were ready.fantastic holiday,lovely people,marvellous location.

10/10 Excellent

mick, uk

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

Great buildings

Hotel is a conversion from an old farm and it is brilliantly done. Grounds and pool are also very attractive.

10/10 Excellent

Jake, Sydney

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

Who wouldn't give this place 5 stars

A fantastic host and someone who has created the most amazing hotel. It may be slightly out of the way but it is well worth the effort. Great food and an amazing pool. You will not want to leave. I wish more people would create such an experience.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Malta, Europe

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

Peace, Quiet, Character and Charm

This year we visited Borgo del Carato four times. The second we walked in on our first visit and feasted our eyes on its charming courtyard, the beautiful dining hall and lounge and the magnificent pool we knew it was the perfect place for us to get married. This is an old hamlet, tastefully and carefully restored and run as a sort of boutique hotel by its wonderful owner, Luigi, who works extremely hard to ensure that all his guests have a pleasant and relaxing stay. It is located in the middle of nowhere, with only the sounds of the cows, goats and horses in the surrounding farms interrupting the silence, making it the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle. Chef Alessio is creative and obliging, and our lunches and dinners there were always mouthwatering. We left our wedding dinner for 84 guests on his capable hands and we were blown away- nothing but complements for this talented young man. The rooms are beautifully done up whilst maintaining many of the original features and they are comfortable, with good quality mattresses ensuring a great night's sleep. the staff are polite and helpful, including one particular waitress, Giusi, whose patience and care were commendable. Nothing but praise for this wonderful little gem that we are so fortunate to have discovered. We look forward to visiting each year.

8/10 Good

Susan, Olympia, WA

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

Updated upscale villa in peaceful countryside.

This is an amazing setting and facility out in the hills up from Siracusa. The 1500 year old structure has been redecorated and is undergoing additional refurbishment. It seems to be run by a family and they had a wedding booked for one day of our stay. We arrived late evening and they treated us very hospitably. Our room was spectacular wth a general seating area outside the door that we essentially had to ourselves. Bathroom facilities were great. Weather was very hot but A/C worked well. We chose to eat here because it was removed from a central location, which we preferred. Food was very good, charming staff. Pool lovely and refreshing. Parking fine: we felt safe out in the country.

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth, UK

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

Oasis of calm

More comparable to staying with friends than being a hotel guest. Returning for New Year.

8/10 Good

Holly, UK

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

Beautiful converted manor house

If you like converted old buildings in beautiful peaceful surroundings, you won't be disappointed. No a la carte menu, but the chef is excellent and the food delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Steve &Lyssa, traveling around Europe

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

A stunning Hotel in a most beautiful part of Sici

It is very early days for this hotel ,it opened in Sept 2014 , but what a place , stunning rooms with breathtaking views, fantastic spa and gym , the evening meal and wine was a delight as was the breakfast . The bedrooms are all in keeping with the rest of the period building , but with modern heating and barthrooms .

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Beautiful location and buildings with lovely staff

A truly beautiful venue for a wedding, lovely staff, great food, very clean. A few little niggles in the room 3c, broken bathroom door handle and fridge not working but apart from that a wonderful stay and we stayed an extra night too. I can definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Anlage mit sehr freundlichen Besitzern und Personal. Wir kommen gerne wieder…
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro, Catania

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posto bellissimo , staff cordiale e professionale luogo ideale per famiglie e coppie, Posto super consigliato prima e dopo il COVID, spazi interni ed esterni infiniti
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Claire - aout 2019

Hôtel très calme loin du tumulte touristique. Alller à Siracusa prend 30 minutes mais retrouver cet hôtel paisible est un vrai bonheur. La piscine et l’environnement sont très agréables. Les hôtes sont adorables et se mettent en quatre pour vous rendre service. La chambre était spacieuse avec juste un manque de miroir dans la chambre. Ns avons passé un séjour de 3 jours très très agréable avec un bon rapport qualité prix
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

sabine

Un cadre fabuleux, un personnel aux petits soins. Un véritable havre de paix.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

5 stars and oozing with charm

Probably the most amazing place we have ever stayed. It is stunningly beautiful and oozing with charm. Our apartment was amazing and as for the courtyard, words are not enough. We ate there both evenings simply because the atmosphere was magnetic, the food great and Santo was a gem. We loved his sense of humour and amazing hospitality. Not a place we will ever forget. It was a privilege to be swept up in Borgo del Carato' s absolute charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect with a really friendly personal. Really nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

ivo

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

Ottimo servizio

Posto eccezionale e personale disponibilissimo, il sig Santo e’ stato assolutamente impareggiabile
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir hatten eine sehr erholsame Woche im Borgo del Carato und haben die besondere Atmosphäre dort sehr genossen. Der Besitzer Luigi und sein Mitarbeiter Santo kümmern sich mit viel Engagement um ihre Gäste. Absolut empfehlenswert, wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paola

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

Come a casa

Bellissimo baglio finemente ristrutturato immerso nella campagna siciliana, lontano da rumori e stress. Per chi vuole relax e tranquillità è un'ottima soluzione.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017