Relais Antica Badia - San Maurizio 1619
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Relais Antica Badia - San Maurizio 1619 is worth booking if you want a five-star stay with a spa next to Ragusa Cathedral at roughly the city's median price. Skip it if you want to sleep down in Ragusa Ibla, or if a roomy, private shower matters to you.
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Our Luxury pick in Ragusa has an official five-star rating and a guest score of 9.0 out of 10 from 613 reviews. That placed it third by review score among the 6 eligible hotels we compared.
It suits couples who want a spa and restaurant on site, travellers who like local tips from staff, and families, since family rooms are listed.
Skip it if your plan centres on Ragusa Ibla. Guests note it is a downhill walk to the old town, which also means an uphill walk back. And some guests found the showers small, dark or lacking privacy.
Location and getting around
The address is Corso Italia, 125. Guests rate the location 9.1 and describe it as central, near the cathedral and restaurants.
Distances are straight-line estimates. Ragusa Cathedral is right beside the hotel. The Duomo of San Giorgio, in Ibla, is about 1.2 km away, around 15 minutes on foot, downhill on the way there. San Giorgio Cathedral in Modica is about 7.5 km, which is far: you will need public transport or a taxi.
Parking is not listed among the facilities in our data. If you are driving, ask the hotel about options.
What guests say
Staff draw the most praise. Guests describe a friendly, professional team that gives helpful advice on restaurants and local sites.
The location is the second strong point: close to the cathedral and to places to eat, with the old town reachable on foot.
Bathrooms are the main criticism. They are described as spacious and modern, but some showers are small, dark or lack privacy.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
We saw €160.76 per night. That is a reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not a live quote. Check today's price for your dates.
The sample median was €162.94, so this five-star sat about 1% below it. Our Budget pick, Itria Palace, was €87.90 with a score of 9.0. Our Best Value pick, San Giorgio Palace Hotel Ragusa Ibla, was €191.19 with a score of 9.2.
That makes this an unusual case: on our reference dates, the Luxury pick was about €30 a night cheaper than the Best Value pick. For that price you get five stars, a listed spa and wellness centre, restaurant, terrace, family rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast styles include continental, Italian, vegetarian, buffet and breakfast to go.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 6 eligible hotels in Ragusa. For the Luxury slot we give priority to five-star hotels, and this one combined an official five-star rating with a 9.0 score and a price close to the median.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Check them in the rate conditions.
Ask about the shower and bathroom in your room type. Check spa opening times and any fees. If you plan to spend most evenings in Ibla, factor in the uphill walk back or a taxi.
Pets appear in the property data, but the policy and any charges are not confirmed, so ask before travelling with an animal.
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How far is Relais Antica Badia from Ragusa Ibla?
The Duomo of San Giorgio in Ibla is about 1.2 km in a straight line, around 15 minutes on foot. Guests note the walk is downhill, so the return is uphill.
Does Relais Antica Badia - San Maurizio 1619 have a spa?
A spa and wellness centre is listed by the property. Opening times and any fees are not confirmed, so check for your dates.
Is it more expensive than other hotels in Ragusa?
Not by much. At €160.76 per night it was about 1% below the sample median, and cheaper than our Best Value pick on the same dates.
Are pets allowed?
Pets appear in the property data, but the policy and fees are not confirmed. Ask the hotel before you book.
What does a night cost?
The reference price was €160.76 per night for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.