Small luxury hotels in Sicily, stylish villas and exclusive holiday homes

Discover the best small 5-star hotels, elegant villas and design-led holiday homes across Sicily’s coast, countryside and historic towns

Sicily is not a single story — it is a layered narrative of cultures, colours and landscapes. From the ancient Greek theatres of Taormina to the Moorish courtyards of Palermo, from the citrus groves of the southeast to the black volcanic slopes of Etna, Sicily offers a deep, sensory richness. Here, luxury is elemental: space, silence, heritage, and the intimacy of places shaped by centuries. Our curated collection of small luxury hotels, stylish villas and exclusive holiday homes in Sicily celebrates this complexity. Along the coastline, you’ll find boutique hotels in restored palazzi and villas with private access to crystalline coves. Inland, converted farmhouses and noble estates offer self-catering retreats with olive groves, pools and panoramic views. Design in Sicily has soul — contemporary lines meet Sicilian craftsmanship: lava stone, ceramic tiles, woven cane and textured stucco. Whether in Ortigia, Noto, Cefalù or near Modica, these accommodations offer calm, privacy, and a tangible connection to place. Each of the following properties has been handpicked for its character, quality and strong sense of Sicilian identity — ideal for travellers seeking authenticity, aesthetic integrity and cultural depth.