I admit to selecting the hotel as convenient overnight near Palermo's airport. This was a mistake, as I would like to have taken more time. Yes, it is close to the airport (and in fact would make a good "planespotters" vacation combined with the seaside). The package I reserved on Travelocity included dinner and breakfast, so surprisingly economical. The pool was lovely, the ocean views nice. The views the opposite direction, to the imposing mountains, was equally beautiful, especially at sunset. I didn't see a direct access to the beach (maybe I missed it), but a nearby beachfront for the town of Cinisi was within an easy walk. The room was nicely appointed and very comfortable, and quiet (mine was in a separate building beyond the pool). Dinner was a buffet, with a large selection. It was... fine. Not the best I'd had in Palermo, but satisfying nevertheless.
The hotel resort appears to cater to package tours, and the clientele during my stay was largely French, which included a French-Italian karaoke/dancce event. Not what I expected to see in Sicily, but fun anyhow.