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Reviews of Abbazia Santa Maria del Bosco

Strada provinciale 35, 90030 Contessa Entellina, Italy

#1 of 2 hotels in Contessa Entellina

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 42 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were very friendly, and I had a unique experience given the location of the monastery. It is a very quiet and peaceful place, and even though it is summer, the location remains quite cool.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Grand vintage country side bliss
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel boasts extraordinary vintage architecture set against the stunning backdrop of the Sicilian countryside. The food is exceptional, with many ingredients sourced directly from the garden. The host's family so warm and welcoming while respecting guests' personal space, making the stay perfect.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2024

    10
    Amazing Abbey, very beautiful and special
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing Abbazia with fascinating history; very special. We had great aperitivo before dinner and very interesting tour around the Abbey thenext morning after breakfast. I was visiting for the second time and I was as impressed as the first time. Grazie mille

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The evening meal was disappointing compared to the meals served 2 years ago.

    Everything was exceptional but the meal. The staff is wonderful and helpful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited choice at breakfast, but maybe as we were the only guests staying.

    The Abbey is a beautiful old building, the staff were fantastic, lovely evening meals, would love to stay again. One of the best, if not the best, places I've stayed at.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The place is one of a kind, truly authentic experience. Recommended for history lovers.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    10
    An experience impossible to forget
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Truly exceptional. Beautiful and unlike anything else. Huge help from the staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Amazing property in a special location and excellent staff to make you feel at home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Still retains the. Harm and character of the old Abbey

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    9.0
    Absolultely fantastic - I hope I have an opportunity to return when I'm next visiting Siclia
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    My only moan is that due to how the place was operated, the availability of refreshements throughout the day were extremely limited. Lunch and an evening meal were however available to guests, as a set menu.

    A truly special place, like nothing you've ever stayed in or will ever stay at. Beautiful, peaceful, tranquil and spiritual. The hosts (owners) made you feel very welcome and often had time for a conversation.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really can't put into words how magnificent my stay here was - its just incredible and unique Nothing can be measured against it.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    10
    Serenity, peace and tranquility
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access to the hotel was not for the faint-hearted as the Italian roads are not well maintained

    The abbey was enormous, peaceful and serene. It was set up high with beautiful views over surrounding countryside. We had a guided tour of the buildings which was fascinating. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The swimming pool was lovely and set in a private grassy area. The food was excellent and served at a long table which was very sociable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2023

    10
    best stay..in my opinion...near Cefalu(wich by the way is one of the best places to visit in Sicily!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    wilderness...and the road climbing to the Abbatia!

    SERENITY

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2022

    10
    Ou most memorable stay ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 220V 6A charging for the EV

    The staff. The building. The atmosohere

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The local roads were dreadful- not the hotel's fault but made it hard to reach from Catania. Not much else to do nearby and certainly not on Sunday. There was a lot of noise in the long corridor which echoed about the hard surfaces - had to earplug one night when children were running about. Don't eat in on Friday if you don't like seafood. But staff lovely and helpful.

    A wonderful historical building formerly a monastery. We had a lovely big old room with a huge bathroom. Very comfortable bed - simple furnishings. Breakfast buffet was enjoyable - all sat along a communal long table - bit of a wait at the coffee machine sometimes. One delightful evening meal. Great guided tour of the building

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner was a bit formal at a large table.

    Amazing sense of history. Beautiful architecture, not overly restored. Unique experience.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    10
    GREAT STAY
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s a lot to say wonderful stay Marta, Marcela (I think) her son the other lady (two kids 18&15) Giulios (chef) and everyone we got across made our stay memorable.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2022

    9.0
    fabulous unique find. highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the set evening meal was fabulous. breakfast was disappointing, very basic.

    A very remarkable unique hotel . we arrive at the monastery and was greeted by a lovely young lady and her 2 amazing dogs. she took us on a guided tour of the place which took 20mins it was very interesting to hear the history of the monastery.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The most amazing place. A privilege to have stayed at such an atmospheric, unique and historic location. The staff were all so friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    noisy plumbing

    Peaceful, unique setting, relaxing time.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I enjoyed every minute, great location, and very lovely staff.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2022

    10
    The scale and grandeur of this historic building is impressive and the pool is lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The satnav route to the abbey is on small uneven roads. Avoid the 108 and take the 35.. it goes directly to the Abbey & is a much better road

    The abbey is extraordinary and is being lovingly restored. We were given a detailed tour by well informed and friendly staff

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2022

    10
    Excellent small hotel in this old Abbey. We admire the owners that have tried to keep it in good condition and now opene
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful Abbazia, with a long history - charming buildings

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    This place is amazing! It's like living in a piece of history. The hallways are huge, but the rooms are well isolated from any noise. We got a tour of the place upon arrival and it was fascinating to learn about the history of the place. The bed is super comfortable and the room and bathroom was big. The pool is a great modern touch in the summer heat! Breakfast was nice with very fresh and juicy fruit.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    10
    Shouldn't miss the abbey! You wont be disappointed!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we didn't stay longer! Also, google takes you through a farmers home! DON'T GO THAT WAY!! There are signs to the abby kn the road, They were a light green and a bit faded, but once we looked up from google maps, we found it.

    Loved that it was in the mountains, away from everything and everyone! Loved the Abbey and the vibe of its age and history! Rooms were comfortable! A little warm, but if you asked for a fan the staff was accommodating!! great pool! Beautiful grounds! Breakfast was so wonderful, Simone (sp) was very patient with us!! Marta gave us a great tour and helped get a last minute wine tasting reservations! The Abbey is perfect for weddings! I honestly cant say enough about it. LOVED EVERYTHING!!! Photos don't do it justice!! If my phone didn't land in the med with me i would have photos to share!!!

    Stayed in August 2022

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