Sicily boasts an array of superb sandy and pebble beaches, some considered to be the most beautiful of their kind in the Mediterranean.
Being the largest island in the Mediterranean, the coastline varies enormously from north to south and east to west.
Wherever you are in Sicily, there will be a stunning coastline within easy reach, with beautiful bays, beaches and nature reserves to discover, from the famous 'film set' pebble beaches of Mazzaro and Isola Bella in Taormina to the unspoilt north west Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve and the long white sandy beach with translucent azure sea at San Vito Lo Capo.
Alberi del Paradiso >
Nestled into the hillside with views over the charming town of Cefalù to the sea, Alberi del Paradiso is a four star hotel ideally situated close to a historic town with the beach just a short walk or shuttle ride away.
Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo >
Widely considered to be one of Sicily’s most luxurious resorts, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo stands in a truly idyllic park-like setting adjacent to the historic Greek Theatre in Taormina with stunning views of the Ionian Sea, the dramatic town and coastline to Mount Etna beyond.
Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea >
Standing beside its own exclusive beach in Taormina Mare, Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea enjoys a truly idyllic setting with stunning views of one of the most beautiful bays in the Mediterranean. This charming palatial hotel is situated below the dramatic hillside town of Taormina and offers guests a memorable taste of the Sicilian highlife.
Castello di San Marco >
This stunning 17th century hotel boasts a fantastic location right next to the Ionian Sea, just 7km south of the beautiful town of Taormina. The Baroque Castello di San Marco is surrounded by 4 hectares of parkland and just 50m away from its own private beach, in a tranquil and convenient location on the north east coast of Sicily.
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina >
Perched on a rocky headland in Taormina Mare on the north east coast of Sicily, the Capotaormina enjoys stunning views over the picturesque Isola Bella and the Bay of Naxos with Mount Etna beyond. Just 3.5km from the town of Taormina, this hotel has a dramatic seafront position with swimming pool, restaurant and bar carved into the rock.
UNAHOTELS Naxos Beach Sicilia >
Situated on the seafront in Giardini Naxos, 6km from Taormina on the north east coast of Sicily, Naxos Beach is set in 14 hectares of Mediterranean gardens with an impressive range of facilities including 4 pools, 2 tennis courts, 5 restaurants and bars, children’s clubs, activities and entertainment for all the family.
VOI Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay >
Situated overlooking the picturesque Bay of Sirens in Taormina Mare on the north east coast of Sicily, VOI Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay boasts a truly unique position. Built into the cliffs, the hotel descends down to the sea with all the guest rooms, along with the restaurant and pool terraces, enjoying wonderful sea views.
VOI Grand Hotel Mazzaro Sea Palace >
Situated on the beach in Taormina Mare, overlooking the beautiful Bay of Mazzarò, VOI Grand Hotel Mazzarò Sea Palace boasts a wonderful sea front pool, bar and restaurant terrace and most guest rooms and suites, some with pools, enjoy picturesque sea views. The hotel is only 50m from the cable car accessing the cosmopolitan town of Taormina.
Baia di Ulisse Wellness & Spa >
Just 7km from the Valley of the Temples on the impressive south coast of Sicily, Baia di Ulisse is a charming hotel suitable for both couples and families with a pool, 2 restaurants and spa, situated on the beach and close to the town of San Leone.
Casa Blu >
Situated on the sea front in Fontane Bianche, a well-known beach resort to the south east of Syracuse on the south east coast of Sicily, Casa Blu is a classic two bedroom villa with white and blue décor with wonderful al fresco terraces to enjoy the panoramic sea views.
La Scibina >
La Scibina is a lovely family run hotel and residence located in Marina di Ragusa in south east Sicily. It offers modern, flexible accommodation, ideal for couples or families looking to explore this area of the island.
Minareto Seaside Resort & Villas >
Sitting on a promontory in the Plemmirio Marine Nature Reserve facing Syracuse and the island of Ortigia, Hotel Minareto is a 5 star resort style hotel with an enviable position surrounded by crystal-clear sea. Guests will enjoy a memorable taste of Sicily with a wealth of facilities including a reserved beach, sophisticated restaurants and elegantly furnished bedrooms.
San Lorenzo Villas >
Set back from the sea front in San Lorenzo, a popular seaside resort in the south east of Sicily, these villas are surrounded by gardens and have panoramic views.
Recently built, the 2, 3 or 4 bedroom villas are equipped with A/C, WiFi, 3 TVs, iPod dock, safe, mosquito nets (bedrooms and living room), hairdryer, highchair, cot and kitchen.
Villa Blumarine >
Villa Blumarine is situated in a wonderful sea front location in Marina di Modica, a small seaside resort on the south east coast of Sicily. This stunning 5 bedroom villa has stylish accommodation, private swimming pool, indoor wellness area with sauna and jacuzzi and panoramic terraces with direct sea views.
Villa Dimora di Circe >
Situated right on the sea front on the south eastern tip of Sicily, 14km from Ispica, this ultimate 2 bedroom beach house offers an unforgettable holiday with panoramic terraces and outdoor heated plunge pool for relaxation in the sea air.
Villa Maya >
Situated in a splendid sea front position in Marina di Modica, a small seaside resort on the south east coast of Sicily, Villa Maya is a prestigious 9 bedroom villa with private swimming pool surrounded by a luxuriant garden with furnished sun terraces with panoramic sea views.
VOI Arenella Resort >
VOI Arenella Resort is located on the south east coast of Sicily, 12km from Syracuse and 70km from Catania Airport. This large Italian beach resort is set in over 60 hectares of parkland, 2 pools, restaurant and pizzeria, lovely beach with watersports and activities for all the family.
VOI Marsa Sicla Resort >
Located near the small fishing village and beach of Sampieri on the south east coast of Sicily, VOI Marsa Siclà Resort is set in 6 hectares of parkland and was refurbished in 2018 to offer lovely guest rooms, buffet restaurant and pizzeria, large pool, spa, children's club, shuttle to the beach and activities for all the family.
Hotel La Battigia >
Hotel La Battigia is situated on the beach of Alcamo Marina near the town of Castellammare del Golfo, just 45km from Palermo airport in the north west of Sicily. The hotel has wonderful sea views and offers Mediterranean style guest rooms, a bar, restaurant, pool and direct access to the beach.
Hotel San Michele >
Located in the historic centre of Trapani, 300m from the port on the west coast of Sicily, the small boutique Hotel San Michele offers lovely guest rooms, local delicacies for breakfast and is an excellent base for sightseeing and exploring the local area and outlying islands.
Verdura Resort >
Uniquely situated on 2km of private Mediterranean coastline on the south west coast of Sicily, Verdura Resort is an exclusive Rocco Forte Hotel set in 230 hectares of grounds with first class purpose built facilities including elegant guest rooms, suites and villas all with sea views, 4 restaurants, 5 bars, 60m infinity pool, 3 golf courses, 6 tennis courts, world-class spa and much more.
Villaggio Cala Mancina >
Situated in the seaside town of San Vito Lo Capo on the north west tip of Sicily, Villaggio Cala Mancina offers a selection of 1 and 2 bedroom self catering apartments close to the town and stunning long white sandy beach.
Villa Bellini >
Villa Bellini is a modern villa located 700m from the beach of Cornino, a small seaside resort between San Vito Lo Capo and Trapani on the west coast of Sicily. Situated in a quiet residential area, this 3 bedroom villa has a lovely garden with pool and private sun terrace.
Below, separated by area are some of the best beaches Sardinia has to offer. Most beaches are easily accessible by car or on foot but in some instances they will be accessible only by boat. Please ask our Reservations Team for more information on
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Mazzarò Bay
A beautiful pebble cove in one of the most stunning bays in the Mediterranean. Mazzarò bay is ideal for swimming in the remarkably clear water and snorkelling around the rocks and grottoes with an abundance of marine life.
VOI Grand Hotel Mazzaro Sea Palace >
Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea >
Isola Bella
Literally translated as ‘beautiful island’, this much photographed picturesque pebble bay is a protected marine-life sanctuary and named after the small island connected by a thin strip of beach. It is extremely popular in the summer months for swimming and snorkelling.
Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea >
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina >
Caldura, Cefalù
Situated opposite Cefalù harbour in a small bay, this pebble beach with lovely turquoise water is approximately 20 minutes away from the town centre and is generally less frequented by holidaymakers.
Alberi del Paradiso >
Sant'Ambrogio, Cefalù
Approximately 5km from the town of Cefalù, this sand and pebble beach is a beautiful and tranquil spot, undiscovered by many tourists.
Alberi del Paradiso >
Scala dei Turchi & Mediterranean South Coast
On the south coast San Leone beach is 6km from Agrigento, along with Porto Emopedocle where ferries depart to the Pelagie Islands of Lampedusa, Linosa, and Lampione, and 7km to the west is a stunning beach at Scala dei Turchi below white cliffs with crystalline water. Another 30km west is Eraclea Minoa also known for its lovely white sand beach.
Masseria Agnello >
Baia dei Ulisse Wellness & Spa >
Villa Camemi >
Further east, there are sandy beaches at Punta Bracceto with some of the islands loveliest sandy beaches to the east including Pozzallo, Santa Maria del Focallo, Marina di Modica and Sampieri.