Badiula in Carlentini, Sicily

Badiula offers two outdoor swimming pools, one reserved for hotel guests and one salt-water infinity pool with a poolside bar. Guests have access to a tennis court with equipment, a children's playground, and bicycle rentals for exploring the local countryside. The property also provides a shared lounge/TV area, a solarium, and sun loungers with umbrellas by both pools.

Rooms at Badiula are set in a rustic style within the citrus grove, and some include a private balcony or a private hot tub. The suites with hot tub offer views of the pool area and come with a welcome prosecco gift. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries, and soundproofing for quiet nights.

The on-site restaurant serves traditional Sicilian cuisine for lunch and dinner, with a menu that includes kids' meals and special diet options. A continental sweet and savoury breakfast is offered daily from 7:00, with a buffet of cakes, bread, and local products. The property also has a coffee house on site and a bar where guests can enjoy happy hour drinks and wine/champagne.

The wellness centre features a hammam, sauna, steam room, and hot tub/Jacuzzi, along with a spa lounge and relaxation area. Guests can book full body massages, back and neck treatments, body scrubs, facials, and waxing services. The spa also offers spa/wellness packages, a solarium, and fitness/spa locker rooms for changing.

Families can use the children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and take part in cooking classes or tours about local culture. The hotel offers walking tours, cycling routes, and fishing excursions in the area. For evening entertainment, there is a shared lounge/TV area, happy hour events, and a bar for pre-dinner drinks.

Location: Citrus grove, 3 km from the Mediterranean Sea, 15 min from Catania Airport

Rooms: Rustic-style rooms, suites with private hot tub and pool views

Dining: Traditional Sicilian restaurant, continental breakfast, coffee house and bar

Wellness: Full-service spa with hammam, sauna, steam room, and massage treatments

Recreation: Two pools (one salt-water infinity), tennis court, bicycle rentals, playground

Family: Children's playground, cooking classes, kids' meals, family rooms