Casa Talia
Slow-living boutique retreat; architect-designed, Mediterranean-meets-North African aesthetic with stone walls, bamboo ceilings, terracotta and patterned tile floors. Organic, earthy, quietly design-forward without being precious about it.
Ask for the Meridiana suite — it has a romantic bedroom literally carved out of the cliff face on the lower level
Why It Matters
The name 'Talía' means 'Look!' in Sicilian dialect — and the view from the garden and pool alone justifies the visit. Every room is a named, individual restoration with its own personality. The property is listed with Tablet Hotels and has received Michelin Key selection. The owners are present and personally invested; this isn't a managed property, it's a life project.
Casa Talía is a cluster of individually restored stone houses in Modica's old Jewish quarter, built around a lush central garden — its whole design inspired by the open courtyard logic of a Moroccan riad. Milanese architects Marco Giunta and Viviana Haddad left city life to create this place, and that origin story shows in every hand-placed tile and salvaged beam. Eight named rooms and several independent holiday homes spill down a hillside above one of Sicily's finest UNESCO-listed Baroque skylines, with an intimate infinity pool balanced at the top offering direct views of the Duomo di San Giorgio.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Casa Buendía
From EUR350 / nightTwo-level cave-like independent house with its own private entrance and terrace overlooking the cathedral. Bright living area and garden on the upper level; peaceful bedroom below, shaped in white stone with a spacious shower. Fits 2-5 guests across a double plus single/twin configuration. Breakfast is not included — available separately at €20/person at the main B&B next door.
Double + single or twinCasa Volo (Volo House)
From EUR400 / nightIndependent house notable for its glass-walled bedroom — an unusual design statement that plays with light and the surrounding stone landscape. Part of the expanded Talía Houses portfolio managed by the same owners.
Double
Ginestre
From EUR270 / nightBeautiful suite with one of the largest private terraces on the property, overlooking the garden. Wooden roof, original stone walls, and terracotta floor tiles. Named after the wild broom plant that covers Sicilian hillsides.
DoubleMediterraneo
From EUR230 / nightThe most visually distinctive of the standard rooms — its defining feature is an eye-catching wall of blue and white ceramic tiles. Private balcony overlooks the garden, bamboo ceiling, and polished stone floor. Can fit a single bed or cot for a third guest.
Double · 24 sqm
Meridiana
From EUR270 / nightSpacious two-level suite with a private terrace overlooking the garden and cathedral views. The lower bedroom is literally hewn from the cliff face — raw stone walls and terracotta floors decorated with an Arabic geometric design. Bamboo ceiling with white wooden beams. One of the most-praised rooms at the property.
Queen double + sofabed · 49 sqm
Sciara
From EUR230 / nightA standout among the standard rooms — features a private roof terrace with a direct cathedral view, which is exceptional for this room tier. Red and black ceramics on the walls, white-painted bamboo ceiling, and a pitched stone floor. Can accommodate an extra single bed or cot.
Double + single · 30 sqmScirocco
From EUR270 / nightDesert-toned suite with a private terrace overlooking the garden and cathedral. Named after the hot Saharan wind, the room carries warm sandy hues throughout. A carriage axle has been incorporated into the mirror frame and a decorative silver swan from Cairo sits inside — design quirks that make the place. Fits a cot or extra bed alongside the double.
Double (configurable as two singles) + cot option · 34 sqm
Sirah
From EUR230 / nightRoom with warm harvest tones on the walls, a private terrace overlooking the garden and cathedral, bamboo ceiling, and antique tile flooring. Sirah's terrace is among the most-praised viewpoints of any room in the hotel.
DoubleTalía
From EUR270 / nightSplit-level suite named after the hotel itself. Two-level layout with a terrace and garden overlooking the cathedral. Traditional bamboo ceiling above an ancient black stone floor. Carries a mezzanine living area and sofabed on the upper floor. One of the most atmospheric rooms on the property.
Queen double + sofabed · 45 sqmZenzero
From EUR230 / nightCompact room with a warm, spice-toned character. Features a generous shower alcove, a small balcony, wooden roof, and traditional black stone floor. One of the smaller options — the shower is hidden behind a curtain rather than enclosed, worth knowing before booking.
DoubleThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Casa Talía can arrange car hire for guests. A car is strongly recommended for exploring the broader Val di Noto region and reaching the coast.
In-situ massages using natural, locally sourced ingredients, offered within the property's cave-like stone spaces.
Hands-on Sicilian cooking classes can be organized through the hotel. Learn local recipes and techniques using regional ingredients.
Electric bikes and 50cc scooters available to rent through the hotel for self-guided exploration of Modica and surrounding countryside.
The lush central courtyard garden — the heart of the property — is planted with native Sicilian species including a large fig tree and prickly pears. Furnished with sun loungers, a hammock, and an outdoor shower. Breakfast is served here in summer. A prime spot for watching Modica turn from gold to pink at sunset.
Intimate seasonal outdoor infinity pool at the top of the property with an exclusive sightline to the Duomo di San Giorgio and views across the entire city of Modica. Sun loungers available. Open during summer months.
The hotel organizes guided tours and visits to the Baroque UNESCO cities of Modica, Ragusa Ibla, Scicli, Noto, Siracusa, Caltagirone, Palazzolo Acreide, Piazza Armerina, and Catania. Also includes the legendary Inspector Montalbano filming locations tour.
The port of Pozzallo — roughly 25 minutes by car — offers hydrofoil connections to Malta (approx. 90 minutes to Valletta). The hotel can assist with arrangements.
Organized excursions to Cava d'Ispica, the canyon of Cava Grande, the beaches of Marina di Ragusa and Vendicari nature reserve, and guided trips up Mount Etna — Europe's highest active volcano.
The property's garden and terraces can host small weddings, banquets, buffets, receptions, business meetings, and photographic shoots. The owners are experienced event organizers.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Staff actively recommend and book local restaurants including Michelin-starred Accursio. Wine, Prosecco, or Champagne can be arranged in-room on request.
Free WiFi available in all rooms and public areas.
A book exchange library is available in the breakfast room.
Free street parking available approximately 200m from the property. Signage guides guests from the parking area to the entrance.
Intimate outdoor infinity pool at the top of the property with panoramic views of Modica and the Duomo di San Giorgio. Open in summer months.
Each room has its own independent private entrance from the garden, accessible with an electronic key card. No shared corridors.
Minibar available in all rooms.
Individual climate control in all rooms.
Safe box in every room. In some rooms it is cleverly hidden behind a repurposed metal oven door set into the wall.
Paid transfer service to and from Catania, Comiso, Palermo, and Pozzallo port. Free pickup from Modica train station.
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