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b&b Villa Ortensia

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly bed & breakfast with a nearby private beach connected to the convention center in Aci Castello

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds
Reception
Gazebo
Bicycling

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Via Antonello Da Messina 93, Aci Castello, CT, 95021
  • Place, Norman Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cyclops Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Aci Castello

B&b Villa Ortensia places you next to Ionian Sea and within a mile (2 km) of Norman Castle. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 7 guestrooms and offers a private beach, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking. Located centrally in Aci Castello, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Cyclops Beach and Cyclops Islands.
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What's nearby

  • Norman Castle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cyclops Beach - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Catania Port - 12 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Catania Beach - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Giuffrida Station - 7 min drive
  • Cannizzaro Station - 20 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante La Scogliera Di Tripodo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Posada Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cuore.di.Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chiosco Belvedere - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Terrazza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

b&b Villa Ortensia

Pet-friendly bed & breakfast with a nearby private beach connected to the convention center in Aci Castello
B&b Villa Ortensia features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free use of bicycles. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include express check-out, a terrace, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 7.50 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1975
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 September, EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 7.5 for adults and EUR 7.5 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number IT087002B4GYBF9WIH

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at b&b Villa Ortensia?

B&b Villa Ortensia provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of b&b Villa Ortensia?

This bed & breakfast is located in Aci Castello, just steps from Ionian Sea. You'll also find Cyclops Beach and Lungomare di Ognina within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at b&b Villa Ortensia?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at b&b Villa Ortensia?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include massages.

Does b&b Villa Ortensia have a casino at the property?

No, b&b Villa Ortensia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at b&b Villa Ortensia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at b&b Villa Ortensia?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront bed u0026 breakfast include a down comforter as well as a nearby private beach and massages.

Are there hot tubs at b&b Villa Ortensia?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does b&b Villa Ortensia feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

B&b Villa Ortensia offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will b&b Villa Ortensia allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at b&b Villa Ortensia.

Does b&b Villa Ortensia have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to b&b Villa Ortensia?

The closest major airport to b&b Villa Ortensia is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 8.8 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at b&b Villa Ortensia?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

b&b Villa Ortensia Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay if you travel by car

The villa itself was great, clean and cosy room, nice breakfast in the garden. We didn't have a car and the only issue for us was that there is no public beach near it, it's basically impossible to safely get into water in that area because of rocks and cliffs everywhere. There are a few paid beach clubs nearby with pools, but they all were closed due to off-season (beginning of October). The nearest place where you could get into the sea is about 10km away (rocky entrance, not really good, but better than nothing), and we needed to take a bus with not very convenient schedule to get to it. With car getting to the beach is not an issue and the villa's location becomes quite convenient as you could travel along the seacoast from there without getting into traffic jams.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Villa Ortensia and I can’t recommend it highly enough. From the moment we arrived, the experience was exceptional. The check-in and check-out process was incredibly smooth and hassle-free, making our arrival and departure seamless. The villa itself is immaculate. Everything was clean and tidy, and the attention to detail was evident throughout our stay. Our rooms were cleaned every day, ensuring a fresh and welcoming environment each time we returned. One of the most impressive aspects of Villa Ortensia is how accurately the pictures reflect the property. What you see online is exactly what you get in real life – beautiful, well-maintained, and just as described. If you’re looking for a perfect place to stay with top-notch service and pristine accommodations, Villa Ortensia is the ideal choice. I will definitely be returning and recommending it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Wonderful place to stay. Only thing I missed was a fridge in the room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beatiful BnB by the Sea

Beautiful BnB by the sea. We thouroghly enjoyed breakfast on the patio each morning and admired the garden courtyard. Everyone, including those in town, went out of their way to make our stay an enjoyable one. Remember to get the Ortensia phone number to open the front gate.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint Comfy Hotel

We really enjoyed our stay. It was a Rick Steves recommendation. The breakfast, which was extra, was very good and plentiful. We had a car and there was parking right in front of the hotel. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful property full of antiques

Beautiful room furnished with antiques and art. Pretty small touches - beautiful bedding, marble-covered dressing tables, stone-clad shower walls. Handy kitchen and balcony for the guests disposal. Very comfy four poster bed. Breakfast paid separately - range of sweet bakes or cooked savoury breakfast on demand.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hoiki, London

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I visited Catania for 5 days. My Italian friend recommended us to stay away from central Catania so we looked for somewhere within reasonable distance from the airport (less than 30 minute drive). It's just under an hour drive to Taormina and to the meeting point at Mount Etna where we did excursion. The villa is so beautiful with a lovely garden. The area is quiet and near the sea. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. Our room is so clean and tidy. Good selection of Sicilian breakfast too. They also provide private parking in a secure area which is important to us since we know vandalism is quite an issue there. We really feel safe to leave our car there. We had a very pleasant stay here. Recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice place to stay- lovely owners

It is a beautiful area— however the internet was very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing. Wonderful hosts, great location for beach, cute villages and close to Catania. Family friendly, safe, gated with pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Erminia was great and really helpful throughout our stay and the airport transfer we arranged was fab. Would definitely recommend staying here - if only for the freshly baked cakes at breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant vfm stay

We stayed a bit by accident due to some faulty map planning but it turned out to be a very pleasant first night in Sicily. Friendly and helpful hostess, charming little room felt very like staying as a house guest. Excellent value. Couple of relevant points though; it is not in the town itself - i would think a mile out - and it is very anonymous in the street, being behind big gates (get clear instructions before you go). That said there is a good bar/restaurant/pizzeria 200 yds away with sea views. Breakfast usually outside in garden. Cant entirely describe as the electric co dug up the road and turned the power off (so juicer/toaster etc out of action). Bathroom clean and worked and had hairdryer.

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice B&B

We stayed here for our last night of 10-day Sicily trip. B&B is located close to the private beach, although the beach itself was not as nice as we excepted we enjoyed our stay here. Owners were vary nice and friendly. There is a cute little town Aci Castello nearby which offers a good selection of restaurants and places to eat out or have a drink.

10/10 Excellent

Bella, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming B&B!

We loved our stay at Villa Ortensia. The hosts were more than accommodating and lovely to be around. The location was great, there is an excellent beach club just at the end of the street. Breakfast was varied and delicious. Highly recommend. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Fabiano

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Consigliato

Alloggio comodo pulito e con tutti i confort, ottima posizione e il posto auto è utilissimo.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lilia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera Lucia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lucio, San Giovanni Valdarno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura ben posizionata il posizione tranquilla; pulita, silenziosa, parcheggio riservato protetto, colazione in splendido giardino
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen punto intermedio entre Catania aeropuerto y Taormina cerca a playas !! Buen sitio
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

carmine

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place To stay near Catania

Proche de Catania. Endroit tranquille avec stationnement sécurisé. La chambre inclus une cuisinette
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

claus

Ok ophold men falsk varebetegnelse.....

Venligt værtspar, men ingen information ved ankomsten. Privat swimmingpool er en tilsnigelse, meget lille plastbassin ved naboen. Privat strand så vi intet til. Vi havde bestilt værelse med privat balkon, men fik et værelse med seperat balkon i forbindelse med fælles køkken. Ydermere var balkonen opbevaring for rengøringsmaterialer (koste, spande mm.). Ophold med morgenmad bestod af kagebord og havde intet med morgenmad at gøre. Kaffe og te i havneområdet var kun tilgængelig i forbindelse med morgenmaden og ryddet på alle andre tider. Ok, men heller ikke mere, da beskrivelse af stedet bestemt ikke lever op til virkeligheden.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

LYNN

평범한 가정집 방 수준

평범한 가정집 방과 화장실. 평점에 비해 기대 이하 ㅠ 조식은 빵, 커피, 과일 약간. 주차는 편리합니다. 호텔과는 비교 불가.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Posizione ottima vicino al mare
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

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