A converted 18th-century mansion, Torre Artale Hotel offers views over the Tyrrhenian Sea and Sicilian countryside A sun terrace and loungers surround the Olympic-sized pool, and parking is free Rooms at Torre Artale have satellite TV and air conditioning They are decorated in a traditional country style, and most have garden views La Sfinge restaurant serves Sicilian and international dishes Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet Outdoor activities at Artale Hotel include tennis and horse riding WiFi is free in public areas The Trabia exit of the A19 motorway is just a 5-minute drive from the hotel, and historic Palermo just 35 km away