Agriturismo Il Gelsomino Ritrovato

“You feel like family here”

This was our second stay at Agriturismo Il Gelsomino Ritrovato and we had another great experience. Milazzo now has some more upscale hotels, but to truly get an authentic Sicilian experience, Agriturismo is the place to stay. Alessandro, his wife, Sergio and all the staff are attentive, accommod… more

This was our second stay at Agriturismo Il Gelsomino Ritrovato and we had another great experience. Milazzo now has some more upscale hotels, but to truly get an authentic Sicilian experience, Agriturismo is the place to stay. Alessandro, his wife, Sergio and all the staff are attentive, accommodating, and friendly. They make us feel like we're a part of their family (and they even speak a little English too, which is not always typical in Sicily). The rooms are simple, but comfortable and clean. Our kids enjoy their stay because there's a pool and playground. And nothing beats the smell of the jasmine (gelsomino) that floats throughout the property. It's located a short drive to the beach and center of town, and also offers a shuttle to get to tourist attractions and boat tours. We'll always return to Agriturismo because it feels like our home away from home in Sicily.

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“Relaxing host, good breakfast, excellent value for money”

Craving a hotel with a pool back on mainland Sicily (after a week on Stromboli with no pool) before flying home, I booked this place at the last minute and it was just what I needed. While "agriturismo" can encompass a whole range of accommodation styles, this is a friendly B&B, attached to a ca… more

Craving a hotel with a pool back on mainland Sicily (after a week on Stromboli with no pool) before flying home, I booked this place at the last minute and it was just what I needed. While "agriturismo" can encompass a whole range of accommodation styles, this is a friendly B&B, attached to a campsite, rather than a designer chic country house boutique hotel (a la Masseria Susafa). The Gelsomino Ritrovato would suit families looking for a relaxed budget-friendly holiday, better than couples looking for a romantic getaway where they could be pampered in luxury. The accommodation was basic but comfortable enough. I was in the yellow room which has a double bed, bunkbeds, desk, reasonable amounts of storage for clothes and a fridge, and an ensuite shower room. The room had aircon. I had no problem picking up wifi in my room (to check for flight updates). Negatives about the room: slightly bizarre that in the bathroom, the shelf for the shower gel was over 6 foot above ground, as was the bracket to support the shower head (on a flexible hose). Odd where the bathroom had hand rails where they were clearly trying to make it more accessible to those with limited mobility. Sound insulation between the 2 rooms in the building could be better (I could hear a tap dripping next door). Alessandro is a very welcoming host. Although I had to check out of the room at 10.30 am, he said I could stay and use the swimming pool all day, use the campsite shower afterwards, and borrow a towel if needed. I had a lovely relaxing day by the pool, which was a perfect temperature, though would benefit from more frequent dead bug skimming. Breakfast was also above average for Italy (much as I love Italy, I just can't face the whole cakes and tarts at 8 am thing!) I had delicious fried eggs with cheese (bacon was also on offer) and bread, as well as a fresh croissant, juice (the usual carton rather than fresh blood orange), toasts and jam and better-than-average-for-an-Italian-hotel-breakfast coffee. The swordfish I had at dinner was very nicely cooked, after a ginormous bowl of seafood pasta which I couldn't finish, washed down with the house white (a very generous jugful, though it would have been better chilled). Dinner was finished with a shot of limoncello as I watched the sun go down from the outdoor dining area. Complimentary transport to and from either Milazzo station or port was also very welcome. Although the accommodation was basic, I thought it very good value for money. I paid 75 Euros via Booking.com for dinner (with very generous quantity of wine, and a shot of limoncello afterwards), bed and breakfast.

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“Nice and sunny people”

Very simple rooms, but with everything we needed for the 2 days. No wifi inside the rooms, but outside. Very nice area for the kids to play and nice swimming pool. We loved the people, very friendly and always trying to help. Really enjoyed the food for little money. I would definitely go again.

“Not a Hotel”

I booked this under the impression it was a hotel as the search was for this. I arrived late at around 9.15pm after driving around for some time, in the dark the roads are narrow and not well lit, the sign was very easy to miss. The gate was locked and the buzzer did not work. nobody answered the p… more

I booked this under the impression it was a hotel as the search was for this. I arrived late at around 9.15pm after driving around for some time, in the dark the roads are narrow and not well lit, the sign was very easy to miss. The gate was locked and the buzzer did not work. nobody answered the phone. I almost went somewhere else then a kind local appeared who seemed to know somebody inside. a phone call was made and a nice lady appeared from nowhere and opened the gate for me. what a relief. I did not however have any bottled water in my room as advertised. The room was basic and for some reason the internet just wouldn't work. As i was only staying a couple of nights I used my own data. The next day internet was great until around 8pm then it vanished once more. I stayed in a chalet type room which really needs sound proofing as my neighbours were loud and with the TV on made it difficult for me to sleep. the bed itself was extremely comfortable. Sadly on the morning of my departure the bathroom was overrun with Ants. I should have said something but just wanted to go home at this point. I paid for breakfast but was told there wasn't any, but as many have said the proprietor (a very nice man indeed) asked someone to make me some. I know it was out of season but it was included on my booking so was dismayed to be given just basic rations. Im sure in the summer months this place could take on a different atmosphere altogether and from the other reviews confirms this isnt a hotel.

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