MrPumpkin2014
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We’ve just returned from a fantastic few days at Baglio La Porta – our first visit to Sicily.||The hotel is set in a beautifully restored old building, sympathetically extended with modern facilities. Our room was in one of the newer sections and came with a breathtaking view of the mountains, effective air conditioning, and an excellent rainfall shower.||The standout feature for us was the pool area. It’s honestly the most stunning I’ve ever seen – the setting alone rivals any five-star hotel I’ve visited. The water stayed at a perfect 29 degrees throughout our stay, and the view across the bay was spectacular.||We also want to highlight the staff, who were unfailingly friendly, warm and helpful. On our final morning, they even arranged for us to have breakfast slightly earlier so we could make a smooth departure for the airport – a much-appreciated gesture. Breakfast was excellent too, by the way. There were some additional paid options (fresh omelettes, pancakes or smoothies) but we didn’t think it was necessary as the included options were extensive.||The location is around a 12-minute drive from the main free car park in San Vito Lo Capo. The first journey up the winding mountain road feels a little hair-raising, but it’s absolutely worth it for the peace, views and sense of escape you get at the hotel.||If we had any minor criticisms, they’d be that parking can feel a little tight at times, though we always found a space. It seems some guests arrive from a sister property in the evening and then depart again, which helps free up spaces. We’d also note that while the on-site restaurant is excellent, it’s priced quite a bit higher than restaurants in town (22-27€ per course). We found ourselves holding back slightly on evening orders to avoid running up a large bill. That said, the aperitivi with a view were a real highlight.||All in all, a beautiful and peaceful place to stay, with exceptional staff and surroundings. We’d love to return.