Guest reviews Verdura Resort, A Rocco Forte Hotel

by chasn673 London, United Kingdom

Great Golf

Number of golf resorts style themselves as 5 Star. Verdura is the real McCoy. Two challenging golf courses, well designed in that the better golfer you are the more challenging they become. The East course now reopen after three years of repairs and remodelling following massive storm damage and right up to the standard of the West ( which is the old composite course where the Sicilian Open has been held). Marvellous practice facilities and a fun little 9 hole par three course ideal for beginners or those wishing to sharpen their short game. Very friendly and efficient shop and golf concierge. Play was mostly in 2 balls with a lot of husband and wife duos and pace of play very good for a resort. Rooms are very comfortable and spacious and well equipped. The food was the best we have had in any golf resort and quite possibly as good as we have had on any holiday anywhere. There are two main restaurants and four more informal restaurants that may or may not be open depending on the weather. Food tremendous everywhere although don't assume that the less formal restaurants will be cheap. Verdura is a luxury resort and the prices match. As the saying goes if you need to ask how much you shouldn't be going. Service throughout the resort was excellent - this is only the second hotel I have come across where all the staff try hard to remember your name - very impressive. This is not a place for a blokes golf trip with a few beers, more the sort of place to take your golfing wife for a wedding anniversary. Tips - fly to Palermo rather than Catania if you can, the basic rooms are more than good enough for a couple, book tee times when you book the holiday, avoid Italian school holidays ( the resort is more than just golf and can get very busy). And shop around for a holiday quote, we saved £1000 going through a golf specialist rather than an Italian specialist. Very very good indeed.

by NottsCo1862a United Kingdom

Simply the Best

A true oasis of peace and tranquility on the beautiful island of Sicily. Second visit and the suite was magnificent. Largest pool have ever swum in, the spa was wonderful and the whole setting is so relaxing. Breakfast is a real treat - highest quality food, juices and drink. all of it locally sourced. No matter how many people are staying, it always seems so quiet. Nice man-made beach by the sea, and all the staff, reception and housekeeping are incredibly helpful and attentive. Rare to find a resort of this quality anywhere in the world.

by prossello London, United Kingdom

Very good

Spectacular resort near Sciacca and relatively close to west Sicily (Selinunte and Marsala), as well as Agrigento and other Sicilian gems like Caltagirone. Fabulous infrastructure, excellent food (really outstanding) and service, huge rooms (there are villas too). The beach is good (not superb but above average comparing to others in the vicinity). Senior staff in the bar can be a bit annoying but nothing major. Spa services available.

by PascalHervieu Valenciennes, France

A wonderful unforgettable time !

Le bonheur en famille dans un cadre fantastique ! We enjoyed the 12 days we spent there with the whole family. The place is peaceful,very well organized both for adults and for kids. The food is outstanding and the service quality difficult to match. Special thanks to a few of the staff we met , although they all deserved our thanks : - Deniz for her kindness upon arrival and during our stay ! - Andrea for his swmming lessons to our grandson Gabriel: he is now at ease in the pool ! - Vincenzo for his way to answer to all questions well and his attention upon our farewell. A 5 star experience fo a dolce vita, italian-style !

by Danixx75 Rome, Italy

Fantastic stay

My wife and I had a fantastic time at Verdura resort. Staff is so nice and helpful. No troubles for any enquiry. We also had dinner at the formal restaurant one day and the food was delicious. Breakfast although COVID restriction was excellent and we enjoyed a lot the variety and local food.