A.D. 1768 Boutique Hotel - Ragusa

Boutique hotel in Ragusa's UNESCO World Heritage site, adults-only with Duomo-view terraces

Rooms and Suites

A.D. 1768 Boutique Hotel offers 9 spacious rooms and suites, each named after a relative of the owner and featuring high ceilings with original frescoes or modern art. Selected rooms include private terraces with direct views of the Cathedral of San Giorgio, while all accommodations provide soundproofing, hypoallergenic bedding, and a large bathroom with Sicilian Ortigia products. The Donna Teresa room sits adjacent to the hotel's private living room, which retains a painted ceiling from the 18th century.

Dining and Breakfast

Breakfast at A.D. 1768 is an à la carte experience using local and organic ingredients from within 0 km of the property, with dishes such as eggs Josefina and house-made pastries. The hotel's coffee house on site serves wine and champagne, and the bar offers a selection of drinks in the shared lounge area. Within a few minutes' walk, guests find Michelin-starred restaurants and authentic Sicilian trattorias recommended by staff.

Location and Attractions

The hotel sits on Piazza Duomo in Ragusa Ibla, a UNESCO World Heritage site, placing guests steps from the Cathedral of San Giorgio and the Hyblean Archaeological Museum. Nearby attractions include the Church of San Giorgio and the historic streets lined with Baroque architecture, all reachable on foot. For drivers, the hotel provides detailed ZTL and parking instructions, with street parking available within a 5-minute walk.

Services and Amenities

A.D. 1768 Boutique Hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with concierge service, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping. Guests can borrow board games, rent bicycles, or arrange private tours of Ragusa with a local guide through the hotel. The property also offers meeting and banquet facilities, a shared lounge with TV, and safety deposit boxes for valuables.

Sustainability and History

The hotel operates with a strong commitment to sustainability, including zero-kilometer food sourcing, plastic reduction, and energy-efficient systems. Housed in the oldest building in Ragusa Ibla, the property was fully restored by the owner, who preserved original frescoes and stonework while adding contemporary art and fixtures. Guests receive a booklet explaining the history of the building and its renovation, including videos showing the transformation.

• Location: On Piazza Duomo in Ragusa Ibla, UNESCO World Heritage site
• Rooms: 9 adults-only rooms with frescoed ceilings or modern art, some with Duomo-view terraces
• Dining: À la carte breakfast with local 0 km ingredients; coffee house with wine and champagne
• Services: 24-hour concierge, bicycle rental, private guided tours of Ragusa
• Sustainability: Zero-kilometer food sourcing and plastic reduction policies
• History: Housed in the oldest building in Ragusa Ibla, restored by the owner

Licence number: 19088009A200741,IT088009A1699A2PCF