La Foresteri
Agrarian elegance. Low-key Mediterranean architecture that looks more like a sun-bleached Sicilian hamlet than a hotel. Earthy tones, local craftsmanship, aromatic garden terraces, and an unshowy confidence that comes from genuinely having something remarkable to offer: their own wine, their own chef, their own land.
Book the Pool Suites (Camomilla, Piperita, Stevia) for maximum privacy — they have independent access and overlook the garden rather than sharing a common terrace
Why It Matters
This is the hospitality arm of the Planeta winemaking dynasty — a family with six boutique wineries across Sicily and five centuries of agricultural tradition. Staying here means access to guided tastings of reserve vintages, winery tours across the island, and dinners led by Chef Angelo Pumilia, who has cooked in Japan and brings that cross-cultural precision to Sicilian ingredients. The Michelin Key recognition and inclusion in Tablet Hotels make it a genuine standout in western Sicily.
La Foresteria is the wine-country retreat of the Planeta family, one of Sicily's most celebrated winemaking dynasties. Just 14 rooms sit on a hillside above the vineyards and olive groves of Menfi, with sea views on the horizon and the scent of aromatic herbs everywhere you turn. It holds a Michelin Key and the Slow Wine Winery Hospitality Award — recognition that this is a place serious about both hospitality and the table.
Where You'll Stay
14 room types available
Artemisia
Junior Suite named after artemisia. One of the six standard Junior Suites, each with distinct furnishings and Mediterranean styling. Views over the garden and grounds.
Queen-size bed
Camomilla
A pool-facing suite with maximum privacy — it has its own independent entrance passageway, a private garden shielded by white bougainvillea, and a terrace right on the pool side. At 23 sqm the room itself is not enormous, but the outdoor space is the real draw. Olive, pomegranate, and jasmine vines surround it. Double shower bathroom.
Two queen-size beds · 23 sqm
Elicrisio
One of the two top-tier Junior Suite Deluxe rooms. At 29 sqm it's the largest measured room on the property, with two queen-size beds and a large private terrace overlooking both the vineyard and the sea. The double shower bathroom is a step up. Fresh and bright furnishings. Named after helichrysum — the garden has lavender and sage.
Two queen-size beds · 29 sqm
Lavanda
The second of the Junior Suite Deluxe category, named after lavender. Same tier as Elicrisio — two queen-size beds, double shower, private terrace. Each room in this category has unique furnishings, so the feel will differ from Elicrisio.
Two queen-size beds
Lippia
Junior Suite named after lippia (lemon verbena). Part of the herb-named Junior Suite collection with warm Sicilian décor and individual character.
Queen-size bed
Maggiorana
Named after marjoram, this is one of two 'Room with a view' category rooms — positioned for maximum panoramic impact over the vineyards and coastline.
Queen-size bed
Menta
Named after mint, the second of the 'Room with a view' category. Same panoramic positioning as Maggiorana, with individual furnishings and Mediterranean character.
Queen-size bed
Origano
Junior Suite named after oregano. Same tier as the other Junior Suites — individual furnishings, Mediterranean style, aromatic garden setting.
Queen-size bedPiperita
Pool Suite named after peppermint. Same category as Camomilla — direct pool access, private garden area, individual character in its furnishings.
Queen-size bedRosmarino
Junior Suite named after rosemary. Part of the main group of six Junior Suites — warm Mediterranean style with individually curated furnishings. A solid mid-tier choice.
Queen-size bedSalvia
The entry-level room and honestly a solid one. At 20 sqm it's compact but not cramped, with a king bed, private bathroom with bathtub, and a balcony looking out over vineyards and the sea. Named after sage — the garden outside has feather grass and spider aloe. Good for solo travelers or couples who plan to spend most of the day out.
One king size bed · 20 sqmSantolina
Junior Suite named after santolina (cotton lavender). Individual furnishings in warm Sicilian Mediterranean style.
Queen-size bedStevia
Pool Suite named after stevia. The third of the pool-side suites — similar setup to Camomilla and Piperita with garden privacy and direct pool proximity.
Queen-size bedTimo
Junior Suite named after thyme. Like all rooms here, the herb name reflects what grows just outside your terrace. Warm, individualized Mediterranean décor.
Queen-size bedThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The resort displays a permanent collection of works from 'Viaggio in Sicilia,' Planeta's nomadic artist residency project now in its tenth edition. Works are installed throughout the property and emphasize the connection between art, landscape, and Sicilian identity.
Themed classes in the resort's professional kitchen led by the executive chef and his team. Topics draw from the Planeta family's gastronomic history — traditional Sicilian recipes, ingredient sourcing, mise en place, and wine pairings. Small groups in a professional kitchen setting. A 2026 PDF brochure with full topics and pricing is available on the website.
Mountain bikes are available to guests. The estate has mapped several custom cycling itineraries of varying difficulty through the Menfi countryside and olive groves. One kilometer from the resort, you can also join a dedicated bike path built on a decommissioned railway line.
Private outdoor nooks on the estate grounds — quiet, secluded spots in the landscape designed for reading, contemplation, or simply sitting with a glass of Planeta wine while looking at the sea on the horizon.
Guests at La Foresteria receive a reserved beach station at Insula Beach Club on Lido Fiori beach (Blue Flag, awarded 28 times). Each station includes 2 sunbeds, 1 umbrella, and a side table, plus towels, Wi-Fi, parking, showers, and changing rooms. Open June to September. About 4 km from the resort.
A curated experience focused on the Menfi DOC wine zone — exploring local viticulture, the territory's agricultural character, and the surrounding food and wine culture of this corner of western Sicily.
A sensory walk combining the resort's aromatic herb garden with wine tasting — connecting the herbs you see growing in the garden (thyme, helichrysum, lavender, rosemary, lemon verbena) with the aromatic profiles of Planeta wines.
Guided tastings across Planeta's six boutique wineries in five Sicilian territories. At the resort itself, the wine room hosts structured tastings of current releases and reserve labels. The 'Foresteria Riserva' experience focuses on limited-production vintages from historic vineyards. A separately bookable 'Discover Planeta' tour covers the full winemaking story. 20% discount on winery experiences included in Early Booking offer.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Exercise space equipped with exercise bikes, treadmills, and resistance/body machines.
The entire property is surrounded by a curated Mediterranean garden of aromatic herbs — thyme, helichrysum, lavender, artemisia, rosemary, lemon verbena — which also feature in the kitchen and wine pairings.
Deck-level swimming pool overlooking the vineyards. Not heated. Surrounded by a solarium terrace. Pool-side bar service available.
Mountain bikes available for guest use, with custom-mapped cycling itineraries of varying difficulty.
Available for lunch and dinner in all rooms.
A dedicated tasting room for structured Planeta wine tastings, pairing sessions, and 'Casa Planeta' culinary experiences.
A steam room with shower available to guests at the resort for post-activity relaxation.
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