Relais Parco Cavalonga in Donnafugata, Sicily

Relais Parco Cavalonga sits within an 18-hectare park of botanical gardens and olive trees. Guests swim in two large infinity pools carved directly into the rock, with pool bar and sun loungers. Outdoor activities include horse riding, tennis and golf nearby, plus bicycle rental and guided bike tours.

Accommodations include apartment-suites with private gardens and fully equipped kitchens. Many rooms offer valley views or sea views, and some come with a private patio or garden. Suites also provide cooking facilities, with options like the Two-Bedroom Villa or the Donnafugata suite.

The on-site restaurant serves traditional Sicilian cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. Guests can join cooking classes to learn Sicilian dishes, and themed dinner nights are organized. A snack bar, bar, and breakfast in the room are also available, with special diet menus on request.

Wellness treatments include massages, yoga classes, and a spa lounge with relaxation area. Beauty services and personal training sessions are offered, along with fitness classes. The hotel provides sun umbrellas and loungers around the pool, and spa/wellness packages are available.

Set in the countryside 15 minutes' drive from Ragusa, the hotel is close to the Castello di Donnafugata. Guests can explore UNESCO World Heritage sites in Ragusa and Modica, or visit the ancient village of Marzamemi. Quiet beaches are about 30 minutes away, and the hotel organizes tours and trips in the area.

Grounds: 18-hectare park with botanical gardens

Pools: Two infinity pools carved into rock

Dining: Cooking classes & themed dinner nights

Wellness: Yoga, massages, personal trainer

Location: 15 min from Ragusa, near UNESCO sites

Rooms: Apartment-suites with private gardens & kitchens

Activities: Horse riding, tennis, bike rental nearby