About
Where Luxury meets personalized Hospitality
Essence Hotels was born from a simple yet ambitious idea: to transform hospitality into an experience that leaves a lasting impression. Not merely places to stay, but destinations of the soul, capable of expressing their surroundings through design, materials, and the unhurried rhythm of living well.
Each Essence property takes shape at the intersection of local identity and contemporary vision, blending architecture, light, craftsmanship, and nature into a refined, essential balance. The result is an authentic way of travelling, where the guest is not a spectator, but an integral part of the place that welcomes them.
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The brand was born
Essence Hotels
Essence Hotels is founded, shaping a new vision of hospitality rooted in identity, experience and authenticity.
2021
Fano, Marche
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Renovation starts
Favignana Resort
Construction begins on the first Essence resort in Favignana, marking the brand’s transition from vision to reality.
2023
Favignana, Sicily
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First Essence Hotel
Inauguration Favignana
The first Essence Hotels property officially opens, welcoming guests into the brand’s distinctive hospitality concept.
2024
Favignana, Sicily
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3 More resorts come in the family
Essence Grows
Essence Hotels expands its portfolio, acquiring and developing three additional properties across key destinations.
2024/2025
Tuscany: Borgo Magliano, Isola d’Elba, Grosseto
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Expanding abroad
New in: Sea Lodge
Essence opens its first international property in Zanzibar, bringing its philosophy beyond national borders.
November 2025
Zanzibar
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New Sicilian Luxury Resort
Marina Holiday
Essence acquires Marina Holiday, its first 4-star Superior luxury property, elevating the brand into premium hospitality.
March 2026
Balestrate, Palermo
Our Motto is: Feels Like Home
- A warm and personalized welcome
- Luxury rooms with exclusive design
- Authentic and refined cuisine
- Strategic and enchanting locations
- The comfort and the feeling of being at home
Relaxing Pools
Massage & Spa Services
Tiziano Rossetti Cluster Chef
Culinary Experiences
Our Value
Chic, unconventional, and lively — where true authenticity, wellness stays, and memorable experiences come together with the comfort of feeling at home.
Our Mission
To create hotels that welcome with discretion, move without excess, and offer a deep sense of wellbeing—where aesthetics, comfort, and human connection coexist naturally.
Our Vision
To become a point of reference for thoughtful, character-driven hospitality, enhancing destinations through sustainable, distinctive, and timeless projects.
Questions and answers commonly asked by customers
You can book directly through the single official websites, where you’ll find the best available rates. Alternatively, you can contact our reservations team via email or phone for personalized assistance with dates, room options, and special requests.
Our resorts offer a wide range of facilities, including swimming pools, wellness and spa areas, on-site restaurants, fitness centers, beach access, and curated activities. Amenities may vary by location, so we recommend checking the details of each property.
We accept major credit and debit cards, bank transfers, and secure online payments. Some resorts may also accept cash or alternative payment methods upon arrival. Please check your specific property for full details.
Cancellation policies depend on the rate and resort selected. Most bookings offer flexible cancellation within a specified timeframe. Simply contact our reservations team or manage your booking online to request changes or cancellations.
Call for online reservation +39 0721 171 3950
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Wellness & Beauty
Wellness here is not a promise—it is a condition.
A subtle balance of light, silence, space, and pace designed to restore harmony rather than stimulate excess. Everything slows down naturally, allowing the body and mind to reconnect without effort.
There is no rush, no noise, no pressure to perform relaxation.
Beauty emerges quietly, through proportion, material, and atmosphere.
This Essence offers regeneration without spectacle, serenity without words.
A form of luxury that is felt deeply, not displayed.
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Art & Culture
This Essence is a continuous conversation with beauty, history, and creativity.
Art and culture are not decorative elements, but living presences that shape the atmosphere and the experience itself. Every space tells a story, every aesthetic choice carries meaning, every detail invites a deeper gaze.
Here, travel becomes conscious discovery.
Guests do not simply visit a destination—they engage with its soul, its layers, its cultural rhythm.
It is an experience that enriches the mind and lingers beyond memory, leaving behind insight rather than just images.
