La Foresteria Planeta Estate is a wine resort in rural, southwest Sicily.
The charming country house hotel is nestled among vineyards and olive groves and offers wonderful countryside and sea views.
An ideal spot for some relaxation among peaceful, natural surroundings. The perfect combination of luxury, comfort, amazing food and wine while also acting as a base to explore the coast, countryside or historic sites nearby.
who's been there
- 617-223-4395
- Make an inquiry
Photos of La Foresteria Planeta Estate
Rooms
The 14 rooms with sea or countryside views are each named after an aromatic herb, grown in the lush estate gardens. The unique décor is warm and mediterranean in style with colorful rugs and blankets. Each room has its own outdoor terrace and all the usual modern amenities.
Location
The property is in the countryside less than 5 km (3 miles) from the coast and 7 km (4 miles) from the modern town of Menfi. It can be reached in under two hours’ drive from Palermo and is close to historical sites such as Selinunte and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento.
Food and drink
- Breakfast features baked goods, seasonal fruits and Sicilian cheeses.
- La Foresteria Risorante with its open kitchen allows guests the chance to enjoy the spectacle of authentic Sicilian cooking using seasonal, fresh ingredients.
- Tasting menus and à la carte options are available.
- The resort serves a selection of fine wines, spirits, cocktails and craft beers.
Honeymooners
Although the property is open to families, it tends to have more of a sophisticated, tranquil atmosphere — perfect for honeymooners.
Facilities and activities
- Outdoor pool.
- Winery tours and tastings.
- Olive oil tasting.
- Cooking classes with Chef Angelo Pumilia.
- Cycling and hiking.
- Fitness center and Turkish bath.
- From June to September guests have access to Insula Beach Club.
- Aromatic herb garden.
- Massages can be arranged at the hotel and beach club.
- Gourmet bike tours.
Tour ideas in Sicily
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at La Foresteria Planeta Estate as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
-
Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel
Syracuse -
Baglio Oneto Resort
Marsala -
Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo
Taormina -
Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea
Taormina
Sicily and nearby places
- Villa Romana del Casale 128 kilometers away
- Mount Etna 184 kilometers away
- Agrigento 67 kilometers away
- Taormina 210 kilometers away
- Palermo 70 kilometers away
- Ragusa, Modica & Noto 177 kilometers away
- Syracuse 218 kilometers away
- Erice and Trapani 57 kilometers away
- Marsala 48 kilometers away
- Capri 347 kilometers away
