Noto · Sicily · Italy
Immerse yourself in Baroque splendour, Sicilian warmth, and the golden light of the Mediterranean. Casa Bandello is your private sanctuary in one of Italy's most beautiful towns.
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The Island
Sicily is the Mediterranean's largest and most captivating island — a place where ancient Greek temples stand against azure skies, where the smouldering cone of Mount Etna dominates the horizon, and where centuries of Arabic, Norman, and Baroque culture have fused into something utterly unique.
The island's food is legendary: arancini, fresh seafood, blood-orange granita, and pistachios from Bronte. Every village has its feast day, its procession of saints, its handmade pasta and fiercely guarded recipes.
The south-east corner — the Val di Noto — is the jewel in Sicily's crown. Rebuilt after the catastrophic 1693 earthquake in the most exuberant Baroque style ever seen, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. Towns like Noto, Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Scicli feel like stage sets for a Visconti film.
The beaches of the Ionian and Mediterranean coasts are within easy reach: white sands at Vendicari Nature Reserve, the crystal waters of Calamosche, and the fishing harbour of Marzamemi — all less than 30 minutes away.
The Property
Casa Bandello - a freshly renovated house just 5 minutes from the allways busy Porta Reale - the grand entrance of Noto, steps from Noto's UNESCO-listed Corso Vittorio Emanuele. It sleeps four comfortably across two bedrooms, with everything you need for an unforgettable Sicilian holiday.
The house has been thoughtfully renovated to blend original stone and terracotta with modern comforts — air conditioning throughout, high-speed WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a sunny private terrace where you can linger over your morning coffee.
Interiors
The spacious and bright interiors are both practical and comfortable – every detail has been designed to make you feel truly at home. Whether you're planning a short city getaway or a longer stay, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing and carefree experience – perfect for couples or friends alike.
Throughout the house, hand-painted ceramics from nearby Caltagirone and paintings by local artists add warmth and a genuine sense of place.
The Terrace
Step outside and the house opens up entirely. The private terrace stretches across 100 square metres — room enough to lounge, dine, and do nothing at all under the Sicilian sky.
Sink into the outdoor sofa with a glass of local wine, fire up the gas grill for an evening barbecue, or simply take in the rooftop views over the terracotta rooftops of Noto. It's the kind of space that becomes the heart of every stay.
Inside the House
Six beautifully considered spaces — all with large interior height — designed to make you feel at home.
The living room is the perfect spot for a relaxing, cool afternoon siesta or a quiet evening conversation.
A comfortable sofa invites you to unwind after a long day of discovery or fun at the beach.
A fully equipped kitchen where you can channel your inner Sicilian chef. Featuring the elegant touches of classic Sicilian style while offering all modern appliances for convenient and practical cooking. The shelves are stocked with basic ingredients (olive oil, salt, herbs, spices, pasta and sauces) to get yourself started.
Cook fresh produce from Noto's local vendors (bringing fresh vegetables to your doorstep two times a day), or simply brew an espresso in the Bialetti moka pot (several sizes available) or go fast and brew an Nespresso capsule from our selection of coffees.
A calm, beautifully dressed retreat at the rear of the house. The master bedroom features a queen size bed dressed in premium cotton linen, with generous storage and a small office to get your work done if needed..
Blackout blinds, a silent ceiling fan and air conditioning ensure a perfect night's sleep — ready for another day of exploring Sicily.
A light-filled bedroom at the front of the house - decorated with warm colors - ideal for a midday snooze or quality sleep at any time.
Equipped with blackout blinds, a silent ceiling fan and air conditioning, paired with quality linen ensure you wake up rested and ready for what Sicily has to offer.
A large, windowed bathroom with a walk-in rainfall shower. Slip resistant shower tray combined with "sicilian marble" create a spa-like atmosphere that makes the morning routine feel like a pleasure.
Fresh towels, quality complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, and a heated towel rail are all provided.
A practical and well-equipped utility space accesible conveniently from the main hall.
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Good to Know
To help you fall in love with the island as we have, we provide a curated guide to Sicily with every booking. Inside, you'll find an overview of our local history, our favorite places to dine, and insider travel tips designed to make your journey as seamless as it is memorable.
Where We Are
Casa Bandello sits at the very heart of Noto's Baroque old town — a UNESCO World Heritage city built in golden limestone after the 1693 earthquake. Step outside and the grandest street in Sicily is at your feet. The sea, the temples, and the whole island are within easy reach.
Local Guide
Our favourite restaurants, unmissable sights, day trips worth the drive, and the history and culture that make this corner of Sicily so unforgettable.
From turquoise coves to wild reserve beaches and full-service lidos, here is our complete local guide to the best beaches near Noto - every one within a 25-minute drive of Casa Bandello.
View the guideScicli is not merely a town; it is a geological and architectural symbiosis where limestone cliffs and human creativity form a unity so seamless it remains a rarity even among UNESCO World Heritage sites.
View the guideHidden away in the Iblei Mountains, roughly 650 meters above sea level, Palazzolo Acreide is one of the oldest and most fascinating towns in the Val di Noto.
View the guideRising in dramatic tiers from the canyon floor of the Hyblaean Mountains, Modica rewards slow exploration with layers of Late Baroque architecture, ancient rock-cut history, and the singular taste of its Aztec-derived chocolate.
View the guideCaltagirone, a cornerstone of Sicily’s UNESCO-listed Val di Noto, is a monumental blend of Late Baroque architecture and a millenary ceramic tradition, epitomized by the iconic majolica-tiled Scala di Santa Maria del Monte and a vibrant cultural identity forged in clay and history.
View the guideOne of Sicily’s most spectacular events, the Infiorata di Noto, transforms the UNESCO World Heritage city of Noto into a sea of flowers every May. The focal point of the event is Via Nicolaci, where, among Baroque palaces and ornate balconies, a huge artistic carpet made of living flower petals comes to life.
View the guideIf you truly want to understand the rhythm of life in this corner of Sicily, you must set aside one Saturday morning to leave the baroque elegance of Noto behind and drive ten minutes toward the coast. While Noto is a masterpiece of stone and silence, Avola is a town of movement, flavor, and sound. Every Saturday, the streets around the central hexagon transform into a sprawling open-air theater of commerce.
View the guideNoto was destroyed in the devastating earthquake of 1693, bringing an ancient city to an abrupt end. Rather than rebuild on its ruins, its inhabitants chose to begin again on new ground. What emerged was one of Europe’s most complete and luminous expressions of Baroque urban design.
View the guideIn July 1943, Operation Husky landed 160,000 British, American, and Canadian troops on Sicily's southeastern shores—a force larger than D-Day. This in-depth 3-day itinerary traces the landing beaches, war cemeteries, and the Cassibile armistice site, with Noto as your year-round basecamp.
View the guideAs a masterpiece of Late Baroque urbanism rebuilt after the devastating 1693 earthquake where meticulously planned architecture, local culinary traditions, and a rich cultural identity combine to create an enduring symbol of Mediterranean resilience and beauty.
View the guideYour Hosts
Sicily was never just a holiday for us. It was the place we kept coming back to — in our minds, in our plans, and eventually in our lives. When we found Casa Bandello in Noto, we knew.
We are not from here, which means we remember exactly what it felt like to arrive for the first time: the light that hits the baroque stone in the late afternoon, the smell of orange blossom in spring, the way time seems to slow down without you asking it to. We still feel it. And the moment we enjoy most — the one that never gets old — is when a guest tells us they felt it too.
That is what we are here for. Not just to hand over the keys, but to share the place we love. The trattoria the locals keep to themselves. The beach you will not find on any list. The Sicilian habits worth picking up.
Casa Bandello is our home. We are glad it is yours, for a while.
Guest Reviews
“An ideal base for discovering the Val di Noto. The advice we received on the most beautiful places to visit ...”
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| Season | Dates | Price / night | Min. Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | Nov - Febr | from €125 | 2 nights |
| Mid Season | Mar - Apr | from €165 | 2 nights |
| Pre summer season | May - June | from €210 | 2 nights |
| Summer season | July - August | from €240 | 4 nights |
| Late summer season | Sept - Oct | from €200 | 3 nights |
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