Baglio Santa Croce

Location. Hotel Baglio Santa Croce is located in Valderice, on the isle of Sicily, Italy, eight kilometres from the medieval town of Erice, and 10 kilometres from Trapiani.

Hotel Features. This two-storey hotel is housed in two buildings, one dating from 1637 and the other modern, built in traditional style. Surrounded by vast Mediterranean gardens, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool with a sun terrace and dramatic sea views. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer concierge services and tour assistance, and the hotel has a lounge bar. There is Internet access in the air-conditioned public areas, and complimentary parking is available.

Baglio Santa Croce Restaurant serves Sicilian specialities and Italian dishes in a traditional setting and features a terrace with sea views for al fresco dining. A complimentary buffet breakfast is provided daily.

Guestrooms. The 67 air-conditioned guestrooms have traditional decor and furnishings, and tiled floors with rugs. All are equipped with televisions, telephones, safes, and refrigerators. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip. Erice, eight kilometres from the hotel, is largely medieval and boasts two castles. Pepoli Castle dates from Saracen times while the Venus Castle was built during the Norman period on the site of the ancient Temple of Venus.