Villa Carlotta Ragusa

Villa Carlotta is a 4-star charme hotel situated in Ragusa at the entrance of the city, overlooking the Hyblaean plateau. It is the result of a skillful restoration work on an ancient farm dating back to 1800, owned by the Marquis Carlotta Schininà, whose typical traits of the Sicilian rural architecture perfectly blend with the minimalist and contemporary style of the new rooms. The thoughtful usage of renewable energy guarantees guests maximum comfort with respect towards the environment.

The strategic position and the large private car parking lot make of Villa Carlotta the ideal hotel either for business traveler or for tourists discovering the marvelous areas surrounding Ragusa: the historic center of Ibla, the Val di Noto Baroque, the beaches of Marina di Ragusa and Comiso airport are all within a short distance.

Framed by an extended 11.000 square-meter garden, the splendid outdoor swimming pool with bar service is the perfect place to unwind, contemplate the view and enjoy wonderful moments of peace and quiet.

The hotel has also two large rooms for exclusive events or for meetings and conferences, both equipped with internet wi-fi access and all the tools for a modern business convention.

“La Fenice” restaurant, one-Michelin star since 2010, is chef Claudio Ruta’s performing place, the flagship of Villa Carlotta Hotel and a preferred destination for food and wine tours and itinerary in Sicily.

RAGUSA & SURROUNDINGS

Villa Carlotta Hotel is the best starting point to explore the wonders of the area surrounding Ragusa. The staff at the concierge will be delighted to organize tailored itineraries to let you discover the most beautiful destinations in South-Eastern Sicily:

• The baroque monuments in Ragusa Ibla, Modica, Scicli and Noto;
• The Donnafugata Castle and the locations used in the Commissario Montalbano TV series;
• The fine sand beaches in Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Sampieri and the whole Hyblaen coast;
• The natural beauties in the protected areas of Vendicari and Pantalica, the old countryside trails and the caves in Ragusa to visit on trekking or mountain biking tours.

The Michelin starred “La Fenice” restaurant can be instead the place to start a food and wine tour in South-Eastern Sicily. The waiting staff and the maître d’hôtel Marco Muriana will give you the best advice for a visit to wineries and olive mills or for a gourmet experience out of the hotel.

ROOMS
Villa Carlotta Hotel offers three types of rooms, all benefitting from natural light and equipped with every amenity for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The quality of the king-size bed ensures deep sleep in a warm and minimalistic setting.

SUITE
The suite “Principe” is the most prestigious room in the hotel. With a contemporary design, it is located in the first floor where it enjoys a splendid view over the park, the swimming pool and the close Hyblaean mountains.

Thanks to the comfort of the king-size bed, the jacuzzi, the shower and the spacious living room, it is ideal to accommodate honeymooners or guests who look for maximum relaxation and well-being.

JUNIOR SUITE
Our Triple Junior Suites “Gilestra” consist of a confortable living room with a single sofa bed and a loft with double king-size bed.

Spacious, refined and intimate, they offer a bathroom with shower, direct access to the park and swimming pool and all commodities for an unforgettable romantic getaway or a memorable family holiday

CLASSIC ROOM
The classic “Malavita” rooms are elegant, bright and comfortable. Provided with king-size bed, desk and a large walk-in shower, they are perfect for holiday or business travelers. Two of them are accessible and equipped to welcome guests with disabilities.

LA FENICE RESTAURANT
With a refined and minimalist design, “La Fenice” gourmet restaurant is a destination for travelers who wish to make food and wine tours or itinerary in Ragusa and in Sicily. Being the place of chef Claudio Ruta’s action, inspiration and professionalism, since 2010 it boasts one Michelin star of the prestigious guide.

Since 2005 we are partners of the regional association “Le Soste di Ulisse”, a circuit of selected hotels and restaurants that represent the cream of Sicilian hospitality.

Our original gastronomical identity represents a creative synthesis of tradition and innovation; between the ancient recipes from the Hyblaean area and the contemporary taste.

We are also particularly sensitive to the personal needs of guests, thus at “La Fenice” restaurant we prepare special menus for vegetarians, vegans, diabetics, coeliacs and for those who suffer from food intolerance or follow a low-calorie diet. We are open every day for lunch and dinner.

EVENTS AND CONFERENCES
Inside Villa Carlotta Hotel there are the “Spazio Eventi” and “Il Cielo”, two multi-purpose areas, either perfect as event and wedding venues or meeting and business conference rooms in Ragusa.

Thanks to the new redecoration overseen by the architect Gaetano Manganello, the “Spazio Eventi” and “Il Cielo” are trendy and exclusive locations, ideal to celebrate weddings and the most important moments of life.

As convention and conference rooms, they count up to 600 seats altogether and are equipped with wi-fi internet access, laptop, projector, widescreen projector screen, microphones and what is needed to efficiently organize a meeting or a work conference in Ragusa.

POOL
Villa Carlotta hotel has inside its fabulous garden a large outdoor swimming pool. The free use of sun-umbrellas, deck-chairs and towels allows guests to leisurely lie down in the large solarium and have a wonderful time of peace and relaxation.

In the high season attentive and discreet service is offered in the adjacent bar from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is moreover possible to order a light lunch and savour it by the swimming pool.

MASSAGE ROOM
Inside the hotel there is a little room where guests can take care of their well-being by benefitting from relaxing massages and aesthetic treatments

IN THE KITCHEN WITH A MICHELIN STARRED CHEF
To the cooking lovers, to be in the kitchen with a Michelin starred chef is surely an extraordinary experience! Let yourselves be enchanted by the mastery of Claudio Ruta in the Michelin starred “La Fenice” restaurant and prepare with him some dishes of the Hyblaean tradition.

The class starts at 3:00 p.m. and consists of a masterclass in which the chef will introduce you to the essence of the Hyblaean cuisine. There will be then a practical session where Claudio will let you in on the secrets for making a starter, main course or dessert.

Before the delight of eating a meal cooked together, we will take you on a wonderful cultural walk through the baroque jewels of Ragusa Ibla. This will increase your appetite for this marvelous land and its numerous faces.

DISCOVERING RAGUSA WITH A RENOWNED CHEF AND ARCHEOLOGIST
Visiting a territory in the company of a chef is unusual, yet the culinary art reveals itself in the history of the people and the land where it evolves! In this tour you will be guided by chef Claudio Ruta from Michelin starred “La Fenice” restaurant, a true master in the kitchen.

He will be accompanied by one of our expert archeologists. We will lead you to the discovery of some produce of the Hyblaean land, starting with the visit to a farm set in the middle of the Ragusa countryside.

Here we will show you the secrets and the history of the local dairy tradition. Also, we will pick the vegetables with you and then choose the meat for a typical lunch based on ancient Hyblaean recipes.

Before sitting at the table, we want to engage you in an evocative archeology tour through the nature of Cava Celone. This will prepare you in the best way to taste the dishes made by Claudio and his staff.

Rooms: 25

Price: from 82 EUR per night

Source: www.villacarlottahotel.com