Abbazia Santa Maria del Bosco
Location: Strada provinciale 35, Contessa Entellina, it
Star Rating: 9.4 Stars
Property Type: Country house
About this Property
Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
1. Exclusive Amenities: Abbazia Santa Maria del Bosco offers access to a solarium, free WiFi, and free private parking. The facilities for disabled guests ensure a comfortable stay for all.
2. Culinary Delights: Indulge in Continental and Italian breakfast options, including warm dishes and local specialties. Enjoy fresh pastries every morning and packed lunches for your day trips.
3. Leisure Activities: Unwind with a game of table tennis or explore the surroundings with bike hire services. Relax by the infinity pool, on the sun terrace, or in the shared lounge area amidst the beautiful garden.
Experience luxury and comfort at Abbazia Santa Maria del Bosco. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing service
- Packed lunches
- Table tennis
- Solarium
- Chapel/shrine
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Infinity pool
- Shallow end
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Face masks for guests available
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Happy hour
- Free wired internet
- Access to nearby outdoor pool
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
- Beach umbrellas
- Pool sun loungers
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Wine release events
- Reception hall
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Secured parking
- Swimming nearby
- Bicycle-friendly property
- Accessible train station shuttle
- No accessible train station shuttle
Rooms Available
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Classic Room
1 Double Bed
215 sq feet
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, toaster, and dining table
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet
Practical - Clothes dryer, highchair, and children's books
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate bathtub and shower
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
323 sq feet
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, toaster, and dining table
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet
Practical - Clothes dryer, highchair, and children's books; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate bathtub and shower
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
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Deluxe Room
1 Queen Bed
269 sq feet
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, toaster, and dining table
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower, a hair dryer, and a bidet
Practical - Clothes dryer, highchair, and children's books
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate bathtub and shower
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a bidet and a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
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Double Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room comes with a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
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Deluxe Family Room
Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a bidet and a hairdryer. The family room is fitted with a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as heating. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
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Deluxe Junior Suite
The suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite is equipped with a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as parquet floors. The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
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Junior Suite
The suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and heating. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Mosquito net
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
Guest Reviews
- Janne (10/5): -
- Oriana (10/5): Esperienza fantastica - Posto immerso nella natura in un’atmosfera calma , rilassante, e suggestiva. Il servizio è impeccabile e la cucina deliziosa. Arredamento molto curato, solarium, riserva naturale che circonda l’abbazia. Possibilità di visitare la struttura. Niente
- massimo (10/5): -
- Carlo (10/5): Unico. Da provare assolutamente - L’atmosfera. L’accoglienza e la bellezza del posto! La colazione è da migliorare
- Mario (6/5): Struttura che potrebbe essere sfruttata meglio, cattivo rapporto qualità prezzo - Luogo evocativo, storicamente e naturalisticamente, meriterebbe i giusti investimenti per essere adeguatamente valorizzato; potrebbe ospitare una struttura di charme, un centro congressi e molto altro. La struttura è agibile solo per una parte; il resto è cadente ed in stato di evidente abbandono. Le parti comuni sono gelide e umide, per raggiungere la living o il ristorante bisogna mettere il cappotto. La stanza aveva arredi vecchi e non restaurati, mancava il minimo per gli standard (tv, macchina caffè, accappatoio, etc), le rifiniture risalivano agli anni ottanta così come le ultime ristrutturazioni. Anche la colazione era nei minimi, mancavano alcuni essenziali e non c'era nemmeno un prodotto tipico; si poteva fare molto di più. Le aree esterne, benché suggestive, erano totalmente prive di qualsiasi forma di intervento. In definitiva una struttura interessante e con grandi potenzialità ma attualmente molto sbilanciata nel rapporto qualità prezzo. Pagare 255 a notte per un soggiorno che non ne vale piu di 120/140 non fa piacere.
- Felix (10/5): - Altehrwürdiges Kloster - eine Unterkunft, die seinesgleichen sucht. Wir waren zwei Nächte. Sehr gutes Essen und Wanderung im bosco.
- Alla (9/5): -
- KAthryn (9/5): Fabulous treat away - Incredibile location and rooms so beautiful Food and service are exceptional
- Antonino (7/5): Grande potenziale - Posizione e struttura Un po’ troppo rumorosa a causa della presenza dei proprietari
- Gabriella (10/5): -
- Gabriella (10/5): -
- Giuseppe (8/5): meraviglia - location sale varie bellissima spazion cena colazione poco assortita ma addeti gentilissimi
- stan62 (10/5): Absolutely stunning, totally unexpected - The place is absolutely stunning. Anyone who loves history and great decoration will be overwhelmed. The taste which wass applied in terms of furniture, decoration and lightenings is just top notch. It's not so easy to get there, but once you reach destination you realize it was worth the travel. Also, the food served for dinner is absolutely delicious, and they have a good choice of wines including some organic.
- Giles (10/5): Exceptional -
- Gerard (10/5): Exceptional -
- Chris (8/5): Very good -
- Helen (7/5): Good - It was an incredible building with a lot of history . Dinner was surprisingly lovely. The rooms were very hot as there is no air conditioning. Breakfast was ok.
- Rewers (10/5): Abbazia2025 - Unforgettable, one of a kind experience. Step back in time to experience culture and history in a beautiful setting with nature. The dining experience for cena (dinner) was superb, fine cuisine. Lovely rooms in modern comfort. Ultimate tranquility. Breakfast could be expanded to include more sides and assorted cheeses, meats, and dried fruits.
- Bo (8/5): Very good - The staff were very friendly, and I had a unique experience given the location of the monastery. It is a very quiet and peaceful place, and even though it is summer, the location remains quite cool.
- Gary (10/5): Exceptional -
- Farhy (10/5): Grand vintage country side bliss - The hotel boasts extraordinary vintage architecture set against the stunning backdrop of the Sicilian countryside. The food is exceptional, with many ingredients sourced directly from the garden. The host's family so warm and welcoming while respecting guests' personal space, making the stay perfect.
- Dorian (10/5): Exceptional -
- Maria (10/5): Amazing Abbey, very beautiful and special - Amazing Abbazia with fascinating history; very special. We had great aperitivo before dinner and very interesting tour around the Abbey thenext morning after breakfast. I was visiting for the second time and I was as impressed as the first time. Grazie mille
- Lloyd (9/5): Superb - Everything was exceptional but the meal. The staff is wonderful and helpful The evening meal was disappointing compared to the meals served 2 years ago.
- Dudley (10/5): Exceptional - The Abbey is a beautiful old building, the staff were fantastic, lovely evening meals, would love to stay again. One of the best, if not the best, places I've stayed at. Limited choice at breakfast, but maybe as we were the only guests staying.
- Tore (8/5): Very good -
- Katriona (10/5): Exceptional - The place is one of a kind, truly authentic experience. Recommended for history lovers.
- Emmanuel (10/5): An experience impossible to forget - Truly exceptional. Beautiful and unlike anything else. Huge help from the staff
- Christine (10/5): Exceptional -
- Colin (10/5): Amazing property in a special location and excellent staff to make you feel at home - Still retains the. Harm and character of the old Abbey Nothing
- Nicola (10/5): Favolosa! - Fabulous location and a fascinating building - highly recommend the little tour that you can take to learn about the history. The pool is lovely, as is the walking in the countryside around the abbey - other than that there's not a lot to do other than soak up the atmosphere. We stayed for two dinners and one lunch. A great wine list that includes some very lovely very local wines. The lunch was great, one dinner was good, the other not so much. However, that is my only criticism - a wonderful and highly memorable stay in an exceptional building with great service. Highly recommend.
- Pablo (10/5): Exceptional -
- Mark (9/5): Absolultely fantastic - I hope I have an opportunity to return when I'm next visiting Siclia - A truly special place, like nothing you've ever stayed in or will ever stay at. Beautiful, peaceful, tranquil and spiritual. The hosts (owners) made you feel very welcome and often had time for a conversation. My only moan is that due to how the place was operated, the availability of refreshements throughout the day were extremely limited. Lunch and an evening meal were however available to guests, as a set menu.
- Louise (10/5): Exceptional - I really can't put into words how magnificent my stay here was - its just incredible and unique Nothing can be measured against it.
- Claudio (5/5): Spectacular location. Hotel management and services need to match it more closely. - What I liked: • Unique location within an old abbey • Beautiful cloisters and historical rooms • Proximity to a natural reserve for nature enthusiasts • Comfortable beds with finely decorated linen • Attentive and gracious staff • Simple but tasty breakfast with freshly prepared cake What could be improved: it wasn’t as quiet as I had hoped. was given a Room facing a family with young children despite my specific request High quote (100 euros) for late checkout - they then admitted it was an error and the fee was indeed…50 euros Expensive dinner - 40 euros plus 10 euros for a glass of wine - with missing side dish, tiny portions and basic fruit salad as dessert (at least for my specific experience Hotel management not fully understanding guests’ needs Got the vibe that management and their family treat the hotel like their own home.
- Y (10/5): Exceptional - Location, pool and the building itself. Bed is very comfortable. An unique experience staying in the abbey. It would be great to have a air-con in the room during the summer time.
- Lynn (10/5): Serenity, peace and tranquility - The abbey was enormous, peaceful and serene. It was set up high with beautiful views over surrounding countryside. We had a guided tour of the buildings which was fascinating. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The swimming pool was lovely and set in a private grassy area. The food was excellent and served at a long table which was very sociable. Access to the hotel was not for the faint-hearted as the Italian roads are not well maintained
- Mary (10/5): - The staff is warm and friendly. The grounds are beautiful and serene. The food and wine served is delicious. Guests can also take a tour of the monastery and learn some of its history.
- Mihaila (10/5): best stay..in my opinion...near Cefalu(wich by the way is one of the best places to visit in Sicily! - SERENITY wilderness...and the road climbing to the Abbatia!
- Matt (10/5): Exceptional -
- Dana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nico (10/5): Ou most memorable stay ever - The staff. The building. The atmosohere Only 220V 6A charging for the EV
- Ain't (8/5): Very good - A wonderful historical building formerly a monastery. We had a lovely big old room with a huge bathroom. Very comfortable bed - simple furnishings. Breakfast buffet was enjoyable - all sat along a communal long table - bit of a wait at the coffee machine sometimes. One delightful evening meal. Great guided tour of the building The local roads were dreadful- not the hotel's fault but made it hard to reach from Catania. Not much else to do nearby and certainly not on Sunday. There was a lot of noise in the long corridor which echoed about the hard surfaces - had to earplug one night when children were running about. Don't eat in on Friday if you don't like seafood. But staff lovely and helpful.
- Kate (9/5): Superb - Amazing sense of history. Beautiful architecture, not overly restored. Unique experience. Dinner was a bit formal at a large table.
- Castaneda (10/5): GREAT STAY - There’s a lot to say wonderful stay Marta, Marcela (I think) her son the other lady (two kids 18&15) Giulios (chef) and everyone we got across made our stay memorable.
- Louise (9/5): fabulous unique find. highly recommend - A very remarkable unique hotel . we arrive at the monastery and was greeted by a lovely young lady and her 2 amazing dogs. she took us on a guided tour of the place which took 20mins it was very interesting to hear the history of the monastery. the set evening meal was fabulous. breakfast was disappointing, very basic.
- Paul (10/5): Exceptional - The most amazing place. A privilege to have stayed at such an atmospheric, unique and historic location. The staff were all so friendly and helpful.
- Jane (8/5): Very good - Peaceful, unique setting, relaxing time. noisy plumbing
- Previtali (10/5): Exceptional - I enjoyed every minute, great location, and very lovely staff.
- Lynne (10/5): The scale and grandeur of this historic building is impressive and the pool is lovely - The abbey is extraordinary and is being lovingly restored. We were given a detailed tour by well informed and friendly staff The satnav route to the abbey is on small uneven roads. Avoid the 108 and take the 35.. it goes directly to the Abbey & is a much better road
- Alexandra (9/5): Superb -
- Maria (10/5): Excellent small hotel in this old Abbey. We admire the owners that have tried to keep it in good condition and now opene - Wonderful Abbazia, with a long history - charming buildings
- Dansedaisy (10/5): Exceptional - This place is amazing! It's like living in a piece of history. The hallways are huge, but the rooms are well isolated from any noise. We got a tour of the place upon arrival and it was fascinating to learn about the history of the place. The bed is super comfortable and the room and bathroom was big. The pool is a great modern touch in the summer heat! Breakfast was nice with very fresh and juicy fruit. Nothing!
- Carrie (10/5): Shouldn't miss the abbey! You wont be disappointed!!! - Loved that it was in the mountains, away from everything and everyone! Loved the Abbey and the vibe of its age and history! Rooms were comfortable! A little warm, but if you asked for a fan the staff was accommodating!! great pool! Beautiful grounds! Breakfast was so wonderful, Simone (sp) was very patient with us!! Marta gave us a great tour and helped get a last minute wine tasting reservations! The Abbey is perfect for weddings! I honestly cant say enough about it. LOVED EVERYTHING!!! Photos don't do it justice!! If my phone didn't land in the med with me i would have photos to share!!! That we didn't stay longer! Also, google takes you through a farmers home! DON'T GO THAT WAY!! There are signs to the abby kn the road, They were a light green and a bit faded, but once we looked up from google maps, we found it.
- Nahuel (10/5): Exceptional -
- heidi (10/5): - Worth the trip! We booked the Abby as a special overnight while visiting some local vineyards and were definitely not disappointed. Up winding roads to the top of a majestic hill with a lovely view. Beautiful grounds and elegant surroundings in addition to the wonderfully accommodating staff, Pasquale and the whole team were amazing. The dinner was one of the best we had during our 2 weeks stay. Fresh cows milk with breakfast too! Definitely worth a side trip just to stay here! Give yourself some time to walk the grounds when you arrive.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - This is an old abandoned monastery that the young owner has turned into a wonderful B&B, with great knowledge of respect for the ancient tradition that the place holds. A little off the road but well worth the trouble. I can't wait to go back.
- Mario (10/5): Wonderful experience - Absolutely stunning, if you wish to experience something unique stay to Abbazia, it look like to be transported back in time.
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