With its enviable location in the Valley of the Temples, Hotel Villa Athena offers an unparalleled retreat steeped in history and luxury, where guests are treated to postcard-worthy views of the majestic Temple of Concordia. This elegant boutique hotel boasts just 27 rooms, each skilfully designed to blend modern comfort with timeless charm. The bright white walls, cool marble accents, and exquisite ceramic details in the main atrium set the tone for a memorable stay. From crisp white linens to smart modern bathrooms, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to ensure utmost comfort and relaxation.
The heritage character of the 300-year-old villa is accompanied by a restaurant, bar, pool, spa, and wellness centre, while landscaped gardens offer a relaxing spot to sit and soak in the spectacular views. For an unforgettable dining experience, the Sicilian delights at Terrazza degli Dei are served surrounded by olive and almond trees with panoramic views of the Temple of Concordia and Juno illuminated at night. Whether wandering through the Unesco World Heritage Site of the Valley of Temples, spending a day on the sandy coastline of Agrigento, or exploring the olive and pistachio groves of the countryside, this property offers a scenic retreat in extraordinary surroundings.
This meticulously restored palazzo nestles on the picturesque coast of Palermo and has been transformed into a sanctuary of opulence and elegance by Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi.
Villa Cora’s story is as opulent as its current incarnation; built in the 1860s by Baron Oppenheim, and visited by Princess Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III, and the Russian composer Tchaikovsky.
This beautiful villa-style hotel sits on a picturesquely rugged bay near Mount Etna and was originally built in 1919 as the seaside home of an English family.
The upscale Parioli neighbourhood location sets the tone for the stylish sanctuary that awaits in The Hoxton.
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