A UNESCO World Heritage Site and nature reserve since 1981, the seven islands that form the Aeolian archipelago are found approximately 40km north east of Sicily, with Salina at its centre. Located on the north east coast of Salina, the Capofaro Malvasia & Resort is one of five estates owned by the Tasca d’Almerita family – producers of award winning wines. Named partly after the Malvasia grape, native to Salina and believed to have been introduced to the island between 588-577B.C. by the Greeks, the estate has a 6 hectare vineyard.
A stay at Capofaro is ideal for those seeking wellness and relaxation as well as those with an interest in wine making. Producing a sweet wine with an intense fragrance and aromatic flavour, here you can assist in the vineyard – pruning, harvesting or simply as an observer, from the end of August to the beginning of September. Using local products, the resort kitchen prides itself on taking you through a journey of Sicilian aromas and flavours. Here tradition is combined with contemporary, fish is fresh from the Aeolian sea and 70% of the vegetables used are from the resort vegetable garden. In fact, the vegetation of Salina is amongst the richest of the Aeolian Islands. Rooms at the property vary in style and size and are of typical Aeolian architecture using minimal décor.
Accommodation
- 21 air-conditioned rooms including standard rooms, superior rooms, junior suites, exclusive suites and suite 21
- All rooms have a double bed (twin beds available in 4 standard rooms), bathroom (shower), hairdryer, electric kettle, complimentary WiFi, satellite TV, minibar, safe deposit box, telephone and terrace with sea view
- Junior suites have a seating area with single sofa bed
- Exclusive suites and suite 21 have a separate lounge with single sofa bed
- Junior suites, exclusive suites and suite 21 can sleep one additional adult or child
- Infant cot available on request (suites only)
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant with terrace offering a light and savoury lunch menu, à la carte dinner menu and three tasting menus ‘My Sicily’
- Bar area with resident DJ (between 11:00-15:00 and 19:00-21:00)
- Complimentary WiFi available in the guestrooms, restaurant and Club house
- Cooking lessons available on request (payable locally) with Chef Ludovico De Vivo, who will teach you how to prepare various delicacies such as fresh pasta, sweet doughs, bread, traditional savoury and sweet dishes, sauces, fish and chocolate from Modica
- Visits to the vegetable garden (free of charge) or foraging with a local flora guide (on request and payable locally) can be arranged at the resort
- Wine tasting available and bookable at reception (payable locally) – prices between 35-60 Euros per person
- Freshwater swimming pool (20 x 8 metres)
- Relax area and garden cottage (for massages – available on request and payable locally)
- Club house offering yoga and pilates (on request and payable locally)
- Complimentary shuttle service to/from Rapa Nui private beach (pebble beach) with sun loungers and umbrellas (between 01Jun-30Sep) - access to the beach is free for hotel guests
- Paddle tennis court near the lighthouse
- Free parking
- Nearest port: Santa Marina Salina
- Excursions that can be arranged locally include exploring Salina by yacht or fishing boat, daily excursions by boat or hydrofoil to the other Aeolian islands, diving lessons for PADI certification (available on request), and trekking to the Montagne delle Felci and dei Porri nature reserve
- A picnic basket can be arranged locally (payable) to enjoy the sunset from the town of Pollara (featured in the film Il Postino), the only place on the island where you can watch the sunset
Note: Capofaro Malvasia & Resort is open from 01 May to 30 September
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
Standard Room
Standard room with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), telephone, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box, minibar and terrace with sea view.
Superior Room
Superior room with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), telephone, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box, minibar and terrace with sea view.
Junior Suite
Junior suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), seating area with sofa bed, telephone, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box, minibar and terrace with sea view.
Exclusive Suite
Exclusive suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), lounge with sofabed, telephone, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box, minibar and terrace with sea view.
Suite 21
Suite 21 with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), lounge with sofabed, telephone, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe deposit box, minibar and terrace with sea view.