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Hotel Isola di Mozia is situated near the nature reserve of Stagnone and just 7 kilometres from the historical town of Marsala.
Directions to the hotel by car:
Travel along the Trapani-Birgi motorway in the direction Palermo-Mazara del Vallo. Take the exit at Birgi, and continue along road 21 in the direction Marsala-Mozia.
Airport Information:
The nearest airport to the hotel is Vincenzo Florio Airport in Trapani-Birgi, which is 7 kilometres from the hotel.
Area Information
As the hotel is situated in the beautiful Sicilian countryside, there are plenty of outdoor pursuits to enjoy. Hotel Isola di Mozia is beside the nature reserve of Stagnone, which has a Phoenician island, Mothia at its centre.
Mothia is located along the “Salt Way” , which links Trapani to Marsala. Here, you will see many working windmills, and spectacular flora. At various times of the year, you can see salt collection, and all year round, you can visit the Salt Museum to learn about the process of this local industry.
The charming town of Marsala situated just a short distance from the hotel. The town is brimming with character and historical buildings.
There are several outstanding restaurants here, many participating in the “Slow Food Movement” which encourages you to take time and relax over your meal.
Marsala is also famous for its sweet dessert wines, and the best place to buy these is on the way to Mazara del Vallo.
Learn about Marsala’s interesting past and traditions at the Complesso Monumentale San Pietro, which was formerly Benedictine monastery and now houses exhibitions on Marsala’s history and folk traditions, while also being home to many fascinating archaeological artefacts from the area.
The buildings in the old town are principally Baroque in style and many have been converted to house museums and galleries, such as the Complesso Monumentale San Pietro and Convento del Carmine, which is an art gallery.
The Villa Cavalotti is a park which enables you to enjoy a stroll in the Sicilian sunshine while taking in the lush Mediterranean plant life. There is also a fantastic playground here for children to enjoy.
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