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Grand Hotel Faraglioni

Via Lungomare Dei Ciclopi 115
Rated 8.8 in 666 reviews

Grand Hotel Faraglioni is a charming getaway located in the scenic coastal town of Acitrezza, Italy. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Sicilian coastline, this hotel showcases the region's natural beauty while providing guests with elegant accommodations. The hotel features a blend of modern amenities and classic Italian style, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors.

Guests can enjoy well-appointed rooms that reflect a coastal aesthetic, complete with balconies offering breathtaking views of the iconic Faraglioni rocks in the sea. The hotel restaurant serves a variety of local and Mediterranean dishes, allowing guests to savor the flavors of Sicily right on the premises. Outdoor dining options are available, making it a delightful place to enjoy a meal while soaking in the serene surroundings.

The hotel also boasts a swimming pool and lush gardens, providing ample space for relaxation and leisure. With easy access to the beach and nearby attractions, such as the picturesque fishing village and the famed lava rock formations, Grand Hotel Faraglioni is an ideal base for exploring the rich culture and history of the area.

Whether you are traveling for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a business trip, Grand Hotel Faraglioni offers a welcoming atmosphere that caters to the needs of all guests while allowing them to immerse themselves in the beauty of Sicily.

Climate and Weather

January
 15°
 9°
 15°
 5
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
February
 16°
 9°
 14°
 6
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
March
 17°
 11°
 14°
 7
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
April
 19°
 13°
 16°
 8
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
May
 23°
 16°
 19°
 9
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
June
 27°
 20°
 23°
 10
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
July
 30°
 23°
 26°
 11
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
August
 30°
 24°
 27°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
September
 27°
 21°
 25°
 8
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
October
 23°
 17°
 23°
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Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
November
 19°
 13°
 20°
 6
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
December
 16°
 10°
 17°
 5
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Acitrezza and near Grand Hotel Faraglioni

Castello Normanno
Castello Normanno
Castle in Aci Castello, Italy
1.1km / 0.69mi
San Giovanni Battista (Aci Trezza)
San Giovanni Battista (Aci Trezza)
Building in Aci Trezza, Italy
420m / 460yd
San Giuseppe
San Giuseppe
Building in Aci Castello, Italy
1.2km / 0.77mi
Chiesa di San Mauro Abate
Building in Aci Castello, Italy
1.3km / 0.8mi
Casa del Nespolo
Museum in Aci Trezza, Aci Castello, Italy
390m / 430yd
Chiesa di Santa Maria la Nova
1km / 0.61mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
2.6km / 1.6mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
4km / 2.5mi
Chiesa Santa Maria della Purità
Building in Acireale, Italy
2.1km / 1.3mi
Opera dei Pupi
Opera dei Pupi
Typical sicilian marionette theatre
2.5km / 1.5mi
Chiesetta della Madonna dell’Aiuto
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
3.8km / 2.4mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata
3.1km / 1.9mi
Santuario di Santa Maria di Valverde
Santuario di Santa Maria di Valverde
Religious building in Valverde, Italy
3.7km / 2.3mi
Chiesa della Divina Misericordia
2.2km / 1.4mi
Area archeologica di Santa Venera al Pozzo
Archaeological park in Sicily
2.6km / 1.6mi
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di Padova
3.1km / 1.9mi
Chiesa di San Filippo
3.5km / 2.2mi
Acireale Cathedral
Acireale Cathedral
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Santi Pietro e Paolo
Santi Pietro e Paolo
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Basilica of St. Sebastian
Basilica of St. Sebastian
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.7km / 3.6mi
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.6km / 3.5mi
Santa Maria del Carmelo
Santa Maria del Carmelo
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.3km / 3.3mi
Chiesa dei Santi Elena e Costantino
Building in Aci Catena, Italy
4.6km / 2.9mi
Santa Maria della Catena, Aci Catena
Santa Maria della Catena, Aci Catena
Religious building in Aci Catena, Italy
4.8km / 3mi
Santa Caterina
Human settlement in Acireale, Metropolitan City of Catania, Sicily, Italy
5km / 3.1mi
Santa Maria del Suffragio, Acireale
Santa Maria del Suffragio, Acireale
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
San Camillo, Acireale
Roman Catholic parish church in Acireale , Sicily, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Church of the Oratory
Church of the Oratory
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.8km / 3.6mi
San Giuseppe
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
5.7km / 3.6mi
San Domenico, Acireale
San Domenico, Acireale
5.9km / 3.7mi
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di Padova
Building in Aci Catena, Italy
5km / 3.1mi
San Giuseppe, Aci Catena
Building in Aci Catena, Italy
4.7km / 2.9mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria della Consolazione
4.7km / 3mi
Sant'Antonio Abate
Sant'Antonio Abate
Building in Aci Sant'Antonio, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
San Michele Church
San Michele Church
Building in Aci Sant'Antonio, Italy
6km / 3.7mi
Santa Maria in Ognina
Santa Maria in Ognina
Religious building in Catania, Italy
5.4km / 3.3mi
Chiesa di Maris Stella
5.9km / 3.7mi
San Giovanni Apostolo ed Evangelista
5.9km / 3.7mi
Chiesa della Madonna delle Divine Grazie
4.1km / 2.6mi
Chiesa San Giovanni Nepomuceno
5.9km / 3.7mi
Tempietto della Madonna delle Rote
5.7km / 3.5mi
Chiesa della Santa Trinità
5.7km / 3.5mi
Chiesa della Maddalena
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
5.5km / 3.4mi
Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso
Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
5km / 3.1mi
Chiesa della Madonna delle Lacrime
5.7km / 3.6mi

What to do in Acitrezza and near Grand Hotel Faraglioni

Castello Normanno
Castello Normanno
Castle in Aci Castello, Italy
1.1km / 0.69mi
San Giovanni Battista (Aci Trezza)
San Giovanni Battista (Aci Trezza)
Building in Aci Trezza, Italy
420m / 460yd
San Giuseppe
San Giuseppe
Building in Aci Castello, Italy
1.2km / 0.77mi
Chiesa di San Mauro Abate
Building in Aci Castello, Italy
1.3km / 0.8mi
Casa del Nespolo
Museum in Aci Trezza, Aci Castello, Italy
390m / 430yd
Chiesa di Santa Maria la Nova
1km / 0.61mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
2.6km / 1.6mi
Sant'Anna
Sant'Anna
4km / 2.5mi
Chiesa Santa Maria della Purità
Building in Acireale, Italy
2.1km / 1.3mi
Opera dei Pupi
Opera dei Pupi
Typical sicilian marionette theatre
2.5km / 1.5mi
Chiesetta della Madonna dell’Aiuto
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
3.8km / 2.4mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata
3.1km / 1.9mi
Santuario di Santa Maria di Valverde
Santuario di Santa Maria di Valverde
Religious building in Valverde, Italy
3.7km / 2.3mi
Chiesa della Divina Misericordia
2.2km / 1.4mi
Area archeologica di Santa Venera al Pozzo
Archaeological park in Sicily
2.6km / 1.6mi
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di Padova
3.1km / 1.9mi
Chiesa di San Filippo
3.5km / 2.2mi
Acireale Cathedral
Acireale Cathedral
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Santi Pietro e Paolo
Santi Pietro e Paolo
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Basilica of St. Sebastian
Basilica of St. Sebastian
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.7km / 3.6mi
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.6km / 3.5mi
Santa Maria del Carmelo
Santa Maria del Carmelo
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.3km / 3.3mi
Chiesa dei Santi Elena e Costantino
Building in Aci Catena, Italy
4.6km / 2.9mi
Santa Maria della Catena, Aci Catena
Santa Maria della Catena, Aci Catena
Religious building in Aci Catena, Italy
4.8km / 3mi
Santa Caterina
Human settlement in Acireale, Metropolitan City of Catania, Sicily, Italy
5km / 3.1mi
Santa Maria del Suffragio, Acireale
Santa Maria del Suffragio, Acireale
Building in Acireale, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
San Camillo, Acireale
Roman Catholic parish church in Acireale , Sicily, Italy
5.9km / 3.7mi
Church of the Oratory
Church of the Oratory
Church building in Acireale, Italy
5.8km / 3.6mi
San Giuseppe
Religious building in Acireale, Italy
5.7km / 3.6mi
San Domenico, Acireale
San Domenico, Acireale
5.9km / 3.7mi

About Acitrezza

Acitrezza, a charming fishing village in Sicily, offers visitors a variety of experiences that reflect its rich culture and stunning natural beauty. One of the most notable attractions is the Cyclopean Isles, a group of small islands that legend says were thrown by the Cyclops Polyphemus at Odysseus. These islands provide a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks along the coastal promenade, where you can enjoy the views and the fresh sea breeze.

For those interested in history, the Museo Casa di Verga is a must-visit. This museum is dedicated to the life and works of Giovanni Verga, a prominent Italian writer who immortalized the local culture in his literature. Exploring the museum offers insights into both Verga's life and the historical context of the region.

The local beaches are also worth exploring, providing a relaxed atmosphere for sunbathing or swimming. The clear waters and rocky coastline are ideal for snorkeling and other water activities, allowing visitors to appreciate the marine life of the area.

Dining in Acitrezza is a delightful experience, with many restaurants serving traditional Sicilian cuisine. Fresh seafood is a highlight, and enjoying a meal with a view of the sea enhances the experience. The local cuisine reflects the island's rich agricultural heritage, featuring ingredients such as eggplant, tomatoes, and local wines.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, hiking opportunities are available in the nearby Etna National Park. The park, home to Mount Etna, offers various trails that cater to different skill levels, showcasing the beauty of Sicily's volcanic landscape.

Finally, the village's charming harbor is a great place to relax. Watching the local fishermen at work and the boats coming and going adds to the authentic atmosphere of Acitrezza. Overall, this quaint village provides a blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and local cuisine that make it a worthwhile destination.




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