Ragusa, Italy
Relais Chiaramonte
Modernist olive agriturismo
Modernist olive agriturismo
The working olive estate skips antique farmhouse nostalgia, matching sharp concrete architecture with oils pressed fresh in its own mill.
What it’s good at
Notable
Modern rural architecture sets clean geometric concrete against warm timbered ceilings.
Listed
A panoramic third-floor spa performs restorative therapies using estate extra virgin olive oil.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s clear at a distance that this 25-room agriturismo is an unapologetically modern one, and while its interiors contain references to classic farmhouse style … there’s no attempt made to pass it off as a genuine relic of an earlier age.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Olive groves cover the surrounding Hyblaean hills. Baroque Ragusa lies just inland, and the southern coast is a short drive away.
The rooms
Timbered ceilings warm the minimalist bedrooms. Select suites open onto private plunge pools overlooking the olive groves.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool stretches toward the Irminio valley, flanked by loungers facing the rolling groves.
The spa
Therapists apply warm stones and herbal pouches in quiet treatment rooms, followed by organic infusions in the tea lounge.
Thermal suite and gym
A glass-fronted Finnish sauna and hydro-massage whirlpool sit indoors. In the fitness room, Technogym treadmills face wide countryside views.
At the table
Gramole serves regional Hyblaean dishes finished with estate olive oils, opening onto a terrace overlooking the countryside.
How it began
The estate was bought in 2015 for olive cultivation. Its panoramic ridge soon inspired the owner to build a contemporary hotel.
Ragusa
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.