Rocco Forte's Verdura Resort, Sicily

Rocco Forte's first ever golf and spa resort covers 230 hectares and features 1.8km of private coastline, one nine-hole and two 18-hole golf courses. Interiors combine contemporary elements with traditional Sicilian motifs.

Opened August

Owner Rocco Forte Collection

General manager Franco Pecorelli

Executive chef Salvatore Barbara

Designer Olga Polizzi

Bedrooms 203

Facilities include a spa with four therapy pools, sauna, gym and a 60m two-tiered swimming pool. The resort includes four restaurants, five bars and a gelateria, as well as a stand-alone events area with an open-air amphitheatre and double-height ballroom.

Prices from €410 (£354)

Address Contrada Verdura Inferiore, 92019 Sciacca, Sicily

Telephone 00 39 0925 998180

Websitewww.roccofortecollection.com