
Lido di Noto (also known as Noto Marina or Marina di Noto) is a coastal hamlet of the municipality of Noto. Part of the province of Syracuse, this is where you’ll want to head for the seaside if you’re staying in Noto, which lies a few kilometres inland. It’s a location that sees little more than 200 residents in winter, but fills with holidaymakers come summer, eager to make the most of the crystal-clear waters of south-east Sicily and enjoy blissful days of beach relaxation.
The resort is equipped with all amenities, including convenience stores, bars and restaurants. The seafront promenade at Lido di Noto is a pleasant spot for an evening stroll, with plenty of venues to stop in for a drink. Every summer, a packed calendar of events and activities is organised to keep the many tourists choosing to stay here entertained.
The Noto Marina beach, stretching for over a kilometre and divided in two by a small headland, lies 8 kilometres from Noto. It boasts lovely fine, pale sand with numerous equipped areas and beach clubs where you can rent sun loungers and parasols. You’ll find bars and restaurants, as well as five-a-side football and tennis courts. Services are completed by showers, boat rental and, importantly, a spacious free car park.
The water, as throughout Sicily, is crystal-clear and transparent, with gently sloping seabeds—making it ideal for families with children, as well as for young people who enjoy playing water football or volleyball. Lido di Noto beach has received the prestigious “Five Sails” award from Legambiente.
Those preferring a free public beach will still appreciate Lido di Noto, as some areas are unequipped, allowing you the freedom to pitch your own parasol or lay out your lounger exactly as you please.
Not just Lido di Noto: those visiting the south-east coast of Sicily are spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches to explore.
Just to the south lie the lovely beaches of Pizzuta and Eloro, followed by Marineddi beach, which borders the Vendicari Nature Reserve. Within the reserve, the most famous beach is undoubtedly Calamosche, smaller but offering spectacular views.
North of Lido di Noto are the beaches of Calabernardo, which is quite expansive and fully serviced, Cicirata Inizio, nestled near the village of the same name, and Marina di Avola, with its charming seafront promenade.
There are plenty of hotels in Lido di Noto to suit all types of travellers. You’ll find beachfront hotels, ideal for those seeking maximum comfort with prices slightly above the local average, and numerous properties inland, which generally offer better value, with the added benefit of greater tranquillity and far better sleep quality. Choosing to stay in a hotel means leaving all your worries behind and enjoying a holiday of comfort and attentive service.
In recent years, countless B&Bs have sprung up in Lido di Noto—simple, family-run properties where you can stay and enjoy breakfast. A bed & breakfast lets you enjoy hotel comforts at lower prices in a more relaxed atmosphere. Given the abundance of rooms to rent, you can often find excellent deals thanks to plentiful supply. Whether right on the waterfront or in peaceful spots, here are the best B&Bs in Lido di Noto.
Finally, for some travellers, staying in an apartment rather than a hotel can prove far more convenient. Having an entire home at your disposal gives you maximum freedom and independence, considerably more space than a hotel room, and the ability to prepare your own meals, whether to eat at home or take to the beach.