Ragusa, ItalyDonnafugata
Tenuta Cammarana
Baronial country masseria
Baronial country masseria
An 18th-century baron's summer residence still runs as an intimate family house, surrounded by ancient carob groves and dry-stone walls.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Built in 1778 by master stonemasons, preserved across eight generations of the family.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Much of the home looks like a geological outgrowth of the land itself, with centuries-old walls comprised of large white stones ... and pressed earth, floors made of limestone from the surrounding hills.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Donnafugata Castle sits just down the road, and the baroque lanes of Ragusa Ibla are a short drive away.
The rooms
Rooms surround a citrus-filled courtyard, with traditional Sicilian wrought-iron beds resting on local limestone floors.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 12-meter pool was converted from an ancient rainwater basin, looking past dry-stone walls toward rolling countryside.
The sauna and hammam
A Finnish sauna and steam hammam sit in a garden courtyard, opening onto rainfall showers and a sunlit patio.
At the table
Guests dine beneath white vaulted ceilings on traditional recipes made with ancient Russello wheat and estate olive oil.
How it began
Baron Antonio Sortino Trono brought his fourteen children here each summer, escaping the heat of his Ragusa Ibla palace.
Ragusa
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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.