Strada provinciale I/II n°60, Archi - Riposto (Catania)
At the foot of Mount Etna and a few kilometers distance from the beaches, Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa is the ideal choice for those who love design, a sophisticated ambiance and attention to detail. Suitable for couples of all ages who look for a high class hotel with attentive service, in total privacy and relax.
Location
Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa is located close to Riposto, a seaside destination equidistant from the cities of Catania and Taormina. The Hotel enjoy a strategic position that allows you to discover the different faces of eastern Sicily; the cities of Noto, Siracusa, Ragusa and Modica are not far from the hotel. Zash is immersed in the scents and colors of 13 hectares of citrus groves, which forms a beautiful natural setting between the Vulcan Etna and the sea, where it is also possible to ski looking at the sea and explore the wine routes of Etna.
Hotel
Belonged to the Maugeri family since the 1930s, Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa is a boutique hotel characterized by a successful mix of ancient and modern details. Born from the restoration of an old winery, the hotel is characterized by flagstones of lava stone and vaults, spaces that have retained the memory of its history. The guest is now part of fascinating places where once wine was processed. It seems that time has stood still by Zash: the flavors of freshly picked oranges, the scents of the nature and the flavors of wines from the cellar bring us back to the mineral essences so typical of Etna.
For the second consecutive year 2013 and 2014 Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa received the award from the TOURING CLUB ITALIANO for “Best Italian Rooms”.
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The Ischia International Architecture Award, that celebrates quality in hospitality and is assigned for excellence in architecture, has awarded the architect Antonio Iraci for Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa. Zash is, today, a Country Boutique Hotel, where historical artifacts meet contemporary style in an elegant project which reveals and respects the physicality of nature and the vestiges of the past.
Rooms
The 17 rooms of Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa are divided into different parts of the hotel. 4 rooms are located in the main building "in-house", which corresponds to the ancient manor house, with large windows and high vaulted ceilings. 3 rooms are "in the cellar" facing the garden, once used to store wine, characterized by white volumes resin, creating a strong contrast with the black lava rock. The rooms located in the Garden are 8 in total: 3 rooms are located in the beautiful citrus garden "in the green". The large windows create a continuum with the garden, giving the impression that the trees themselves are the walls of the rooms. In the same area there are 4 "Pool Villas" with private outdoor tub and large panoramic windows.
Next to the manor house are the three rooms "in the garden", with patio and private garden, with vaulted roofs and modern design.
Every room has a satellite TV "32, a minibar, a safe, coffee machine and kettle, air conditioning and internet Wi-Fi connection free of charge.
Some rooms can accommodate, upon availability and with surcharge a third/ fourth bed.
Please contact our travel consultants for a detailed offer!
SPA
A small oasis to relaxation and for the well-being, consisting of a beautiful tub made of lava stone with refreshing cold air spray, a sauna, a Turkish bath, an emotional shower and a treatment room, dedicated to massages. Various massages and beauty treatments are offere, whether relaxing, stimulating or detoxifying, this accompanied by the product range of Maria Galland Paris, a famous, international cosmetics brand.
For guests of Charming a 60-minutes SPA path (wetland) is offered.
Sport
The garden offers several nice spots to relax, to walk or jogging. Those who likes to discover the surrounding countryside may do it good by foot or with the bicycle, that are at guests disposal.
Restaurant
The the 1-star restaurant michelin of the Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa is an area once used for the wine fermentation. The colors of the walls and, for the most careful noses, the memory of smells, revive ancient gestures. The menu is based on the gourmet cuisine philosophy and varies according to seasons, this also happens thanks to the own vegetable garden. For an aperitif or a cocktail, a wide selection of the best spirits and wines, there is instead the Lounge Bar.
Services & Activities
The staff of the Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa is at your disposal for any requests and additional services: body treatments and massages, baby sitting and organization of excursions. Furthermore there are rooms available for small conferences, a terrace and a garden area ideal for meetings, events and/or private ceremonies; in addition there is a charging station for electric cars and a landing area for helicopters. Guests have access to the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with solarium and pool bar.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.