Title: macchiamediterrane Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # macchiamediterrane Relax with ease knowing everything you need is just steps away from this cozy retreat. ## Photo gallery for macchiamediterrane ![Interior detail - macchiamediterrane (Castellammare del Golfo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/1a0e3939.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Building design - macchiamediterrane (Castellammare del Golfo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/e0353078.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - macchiamediterrane (Castellammare del Golfo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/c50427ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - macchiamediterrane (Castellammare del Golfo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/00e673cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Building design - macchiamediterrane (Castellammare del Golfo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/31140a31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At macchiamediterrane, unwind in a newly remodeled guesthouse that offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. With a grocery/convenience store, hair salon, tour/ticket assistance, gift shop, beach umbrellas and luggage storage at your fingertips you will feel right at home. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £81 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 7 - Jan 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 8 - Jan 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=102759202&PinnedHotelID=102759202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed ![Classic Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/59a41e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2021 Frette Italian bed sheets Premium bedding - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/18e911bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2021 Frette Italian bed sheets Premium bedding - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102760000/102759300/102759202/b105c49d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2021 Frette Italian bed sheets Premium bedding - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastellammare-Del-Golfo-Hotels-Macchiamediterrane.h102759202.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastellammare-Del-Golfo-Hotels-Macchiamediterrane.h102759202.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.02661%2C12.88062&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9wGzLv4sgHOstDLgDSbpS67le-U=) Via Pioppi 12A, Castellammare del Golfo, TP, 91014 #### What's nearby - Maritime Museum Uzzaredru \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Ethno-Anthropological Museum Annalisa Buccellato \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Porto di Castellammare del Golfo \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Spiaggia Playa \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Castellammare del Golfo Beach \- 6 min drive \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Castellammare del Golfo Station - 11 min drive - Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Tonnara - ‬3 min walk - ‪Galaxy - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tipicamente - ‬1 min walk - ‪La cambusa - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cantina Aurelia Wine Bar - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### macchiamediterrane Property highlights macchiamediterrane provides amenities, such as a corner/local shop and a hair salon. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Smoke-free property, a gift shop and beach umbrellas - Tour/ticket information and luggage storage Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes. 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11 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=116161687&PinnedHotelID=116161687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Beach shuttle (surcharge) ### Things to do - Private wine tours - Winery release events ### Family friendly - Grocery/convenience store ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Grocery/convenience store - Guidebooks - Hair salon - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Beach umbrellas ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hand-held showerhead - No lift - Roll-in shower (80 centimetre wide) - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Built in 2021 - Mediterranean architecture - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Frette Italian sheets - Memory foam mattress ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day. ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning deposit: EUR 20 per stay - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 6 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day - Bed sheets fee: EUR 10 (or guests may bring their own) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Property Registration Number IT081005C2K4W58AP6 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as macchiamediterrane Guesthouse macchiamediterrane Castellammare del Golfo macchiamediterrane Guesthouse Castellammare del Golfo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is macchiamediterrane pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at macchiamediterrane? ### How much is parking at macchiamediterrane? ### What time is check-in at macchiamediterrane? ### What time is check-out at macchiamediterrane? ### Where is macchiamediterrane located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## macchiamediterrane Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonardo 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Consigliatissimo! B&B molto carino in centro a Castellammare.Cettina, la proprietaria, è una host eccellente! Se vorrete saprà guidarvi per una vacanza eccezionale! Posizione della struttura super! ##### Leonardo Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guillermo 15 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Toda la casa es fantástica, la decoración, limpieza, comodidad de la cama y sobretodo la atención de Cettina que en todo momento te ayuda y asesora. ##### Guillermo Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities la struttura è molto piacevole e la proprietaria è gentilissima ##### Marco Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elisabetta 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Struttura bella e molto curata nel centro di Castellammare. Cettina è una persona unica davvero. Un’ospitalità così calorosa è difficile da trovare . Consiglio a tutti un soggiorno presso Macchiamediterranea per scoprire i posti meravigliosi della costa ovest della Sicilia ##### elisabetta Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clara 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Très bel endroit, super propre et la propriétaire très disponible et à l’écoute pour vous aider pour quoi que ce soit! Super expérience ##### Clara Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Marco Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jesper 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Jesper Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Isola Bella Infinity Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Isola-Bella-Infinity-Suites.h31731914.Hotel-Information) > > [Acacia Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Acacia-Resort.h2102724.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Terre di Eolo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Patti-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hotel-Terre-Di-Eolo.h17928807.Hotel-Information) > > [Almar Giardino di Costanza Mazara del Vallo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mazara-Del-Vallo-Hotels-Giardino-Di-Costanza-Resort.h1095179.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Daphne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Giardini-Naxos-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Daphne.h1766367.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Arenella Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-VOI-Arenella-Resort.h1633512.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Kalura](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Hotel-Kalura.h1617800.Hotel-Information) > > [Al 33 Giri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Al-33-Giri.h46222804.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Olimpo Le Terrazze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letojanni-Hotels-Hotel-Olimpo-Le-Terrazze.h2032211.Hotel-Information) > > [Costa Verde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Costa-Verde.h897883.Hotel-Information) > > [Calanica Residence Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Calanica-Residence-Hotel.h2130274.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mediterranee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Mediterranee.h1455759.Hotel-Information) > > [Mangia's Pollina Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pollina-Hotels-Pollina-Resort.h20451228.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Sonia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castelmola-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Sonia.h1498740.Hotel-Information) > > [Nautilus Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Coast-Hotels-Nautilus-Hotel.h36871038.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Sicilia-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2032217.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Marsa Siclà Essentia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scicli-Hotels-VOI-Marsa-Sicla-Resort.h3748979.Hotel-Information) > > [The Signature Level at Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Garden-Beach-Resort-Spa.h42025780.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Angela](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Angela.h1583026.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Miramare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Miramare.h1207656.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ashbee Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-The-Ashbee-Hotel.h4209909.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL VILLA CARLOTTA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Carlotta.h1397632.Hotel-Information) > > [Taormina Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Taormina-Park-Hotel.h1713485.Hotel-Information) > > [Baglio la Porta di San Gerardo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Vito-Lo-Capo-Hotels-Baglio-La-Porta-Di-San-Gerardo.h11675581.Hotel-Information) > > [Sicilia's Residence Hotel Art & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aci-Catena-Hotels-Sicilias-Residence-Hotel-Art-Spa.h5334773.Hotel-Information) > > [Eurostars Monte Tauro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Eurostars-Monte-Tauro.h913571.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Calette Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Le-Calette-Garden-Bay.h858621.Hotel-Information) ---