The baroque terrace in town
Unassumingly tucked away in a quiet street, and yet just an amble from all that's best of glorious Noto, Palazzo Alvear is a real find for connoisseurs of sophisticated living, aesthetic finesse and timeless charm. The property's exquisitely finished, sumptuously furnished interiors are a delight in themselves, but it also come with a pair of al fresco aces up its silk sleeves: a heatable courtyard pool and a majestic terrace.
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Palazzo Alvear is situated in a relatively quiet street in the centre of the fascinating baroque town of Noto, whose architectural treasures, shops, restaurants, cafés and bars are within a few minutes' stroll.
Noto is the most easterly of a chain of baroque towns now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is perhaps the most perfect of all and was rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693.
Down on the coast below is a series of idyllic sandy beaches including those of Vendicari Nature Reserve. Depending on the time of year, Vendicari is home to thousands of migrating birds, including flamingos, and sea turtles come to nest on its beaches. In the autumn, winter and spring it is a great spot for coastal walking.
The magnificent, historic Greek city of Syracuse is just half an hour's drive away, and a day there is highly recommended to anybody spending time at Palazzo Alvear. A little further afield, the other baroque towns of Modica, Ragusa, Scicli, and Palazzolo Acreide (this latter with an impressive Greek archaeological site) are all easily reachable.
Lastly, for keen hikers, there is some spectacular scenery in the rushing streams and waterfalls of Cassibile and at the Paleolithic burial sites in the dramatic valley of Pantalica.
From the Guest Book
Our time at Palazzo Alvear and in Noto was all about relaxing. Morning walks, long lunches, afternoon swims and quiet evenings spent on the terrace. The location in Noto is spectacular and having a dedicated parking space out front is a real plus.
BQ September 2024
Our stay at Palazzo Alvear was the trip of a lifetime! We really had a great time and I really appreciated all the help and guidance in planning such an amazing trip!
KL May 2024
Location to centro, clean, luxurious, wonderful terraces, heated terrace wonderful idea.
Anon April 2024
Palazzo Alvear is an absolutely wonderful property in a spectacular baroque town. Would we return? Yes, because it's awesome.
Verified guest, May 2024
Palazzo Alvear is an astonishingly beautiful property in a fabulous town and within reach of many interesting sites.
Verified guest, May 2024
Palazzo Alvear a fantastic villa (or mini palace) in an amazing town. It is spacious, very comfortable, clean, well equipped but also very classy and a bit grand!
Verified guest, June 2024
Excellent
4.7/5
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