The Accommodation

Situated in the Saracen tower, there are 7 Superior guest rooms and Suites named after the various wines produced at the Marabino winery. All the rooms are in typical Sicilian style with wrought iron and wooden furniture, minibar, telephone, safe, satellite TV, WiFi, air conditioning, en suite shower room and 6 rooms have a kitchenette (on request). 

The spacious Superior rooms are on the 1st floor accessed via steep stairs and can sleep either 3 or 4 (2 adults and 1 child or 2 adults and 2 children) with lovely countryside views with the sea beyond. On the ground floor are 3 suites/mini-apartments suitable for either 4 or 5 with mezzanine bedroom and sitting area, one with direct access to the garden and another near the pool, all with views over the neighbouring farmland and vineyard.

The Restaurant

A buffet breakfast is served either in the guests room or on the vine covered terrace overlooking the picturesque gardens and consists of an array of fresh local pastries, cold cuts, fruits, jams, organic honey and of course excellent Italian coffee.  

In the evening, the La Moresca gourmet Sicilian restaurant offers an intimate dining experience with Sicilian specialities created using the organic produce grown on the neighbouring Natura Iblea farm and accompanied by wines from the Marabino Winery.

The Facilities

The hotel is approached along a long driveway past the farm and vineyard. Paths lead through the immaculate lawned gardens into the tower with a small reception offering guests a warm welcome and hotel and local information. Guests are invited to visit the farm for olive oil tasting.

Outside there is a freshwater swimming pool with separate jacuzzi, with terrace and sunbeds, parasols and complimentary pool towels. There is also a children’s playground situated in the gardens and there are bikes available for hire.

The Local Area

Relais Torre Marabino is situated in the countryside in south east Sicily, 5km from the town of Ispica, a hillside town standing 170m above sea level. Ispica is one of several delightful Baroque towns in this area along with Noto, Ragusa, Modica and Scicli. The town hosts examples of Baroque architecture such as Vincenzo Sinatra's Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, Annunziata Church, Carmine monastery and St. Barthelemy cathedral.  

The ancient town of Ispica was destroyed by an earthquake in 1693 and rebuilt on its present site but visitors can trace its origins back 4,000 years at the Parco Archeologico Forza and Cava d’Ispica with cave dwellings and tombs carved into the 13km gorge.

The hotel is 5km from the coast with some of the islands loveliest sandy beaches including Pozzallo, Santa Maria del Focallo, Marina di Modica and Sampieri. Slightly further afield, but still accessible for day trips, are the ancient town of Syracuse and Vendicari Nature Reserve.

Huw's View

Relais Torre Marabino is a real find in the heart of rural Sicily, ideal for both couples and families wishing to stay in a small and friendly hotel with spacious guest rooms and suites.

The hotel is next to an organic farm so the restaurant serves wonderful local specialities.

It is situated in lovely gardens ideal for relaxing by the pool with al fresco meals in the summer months yet ideally situated to explore the local area with the town of Ispica and lovely beaches approximately 7km away. Car hire essential.

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Essential Information

All prices from are based on accommodation only. Flights, transfers and car hire are priced separately.

Opening Date: 1^st  March 2020
Closing Date: 2^nd January 2021
Arrival/Departure Day: ANY
Check In: 2PM
Check Out: 10AM
Included in Price: Accommodation as stated, Just Sicily Rep Service and Emergency Number
Not Included in Price: Flights, Transfers, Car Hire and Travel Insurance