The
Hotel Stella Italia stands on a
peaceful side street in the
historic centre of
Marsala, framed by ancient and magnificent aristocratic buildings.
A historic building itself, which was purpose-built around 1873, the 4-storey hotel faces
Marsala's magnificent cathedral and the
Palazzo VII Aprile, which frame the
city's main square, known as the "
Loggia".
The
Hotel Stella d'Italia was
completely refurbished in 2006 but retains its characteristic charm.
The external architectural features are typical of the area, while the
simplicity of the internal neo-classical furnishings in its rooms,
combined with all the latest modern comforts, allow guests to experience
the magical atmosphere of Marsala even in the intimacy of their own
room.
The
Hotel Stella d'Italia is adjacent to an
ancient covered passageway, connected to one of the hotel's 35
rooms, which provides a bird's eye view of
Via Mario Rapisardi.
In the mid-1900s, a radical refurbishment took place, involving many different skilled workers, which turned the
Hotel Stella d'Italia into Marsala's leading hotel.
The hotel also includes a valuable
collection of contemporary paintings and sculptures created by prestigious artists, including members of the "
Scicli Group".