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Villa Dorata

Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Reception
Mountain view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Buffet
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Contrada Serra la Nave, snc, Ragalna, CT, 95030
  • Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Etna Cable Car
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mount Etna
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Tower | In-room business center

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Tower

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Tower | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Tower

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Murphy Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ragalna

Located within a leisurely stroll of Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail, Villa Dorata is within a few miles (5 km) of Etna Cable Car. This guesthouse has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Etna Cable Car - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mount Etna - 16 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Etnaland - 36 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • Catania Beach - 41 min drive - 20.1 miles

Getting around

  • Catania Ognina Station - 39 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Funivia dell'Etna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Terrazza dell'Etna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Vecchia Botte - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Boscaiola - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Santa Rita Garden - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Villa Dorata

Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests of Villa Dorata enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. There's free parking and an area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly guesthouse include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Other amenities include coffee makers, free international calls, and free long-distance calls.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 15
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (11 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: EUR 5 per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per stay

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
Tax ID - 05688210870
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Tax ID number is 05688210870.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, 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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Villa Dorata Guesthouse Ragalna
Villa Dorata Guesthouse
Villa Dorata Ragalna
Villa Dorata Ragalna
Villa Dorata Guesthouse
Villa Dorata Guesthouse Ragalna

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Villa Dorata?

Villa Dorata offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Villa Dorata?

This guesthouse is located in Ragalna within a short 12-minute walk of Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail. You'll also find Etna Cable Car and Monti Silvestri Lift within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Villa Dorata?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Villa Dorata include a casino at the property?

No, Villa Dorata doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villa Dorata?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Villa Dorata a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and free breakfast plus some accommodations include ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Dorata?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Villa Dorata have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Villa Dorata serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Villa Dorata allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Villa Dorata.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Dorata?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Villa Dorata?

The closest major airport to Villa Dorata is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 27.3 mi away (70 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Villa Dorata?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Villa Dorata.

Villa Dorata Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tuncay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is magical
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A small hotel on Mt Etna. Two brothers manage the family property and they are both great. The chef (Mateo) serves up delicious dinners. You should know that it is an hour or so from any village. It is about 25 minutes from the main area at the top of Etna and close to amazing country (Etna’s slopes are like nothing I have ever seen). So a wonderful little hotel. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ludovico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Great location and nice view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful owners and staff. A lovely hotel in a splendid setting. Excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was perfect as my partner was getting up early to climb Mount Etna summit, while I preferred to enjoy a delicious breakfast and walk to the cable car later. The Hotel has so much character, and dinner was traditional Sicilian cooking, which we enjoyed. The staff looked after us brilliantly, going out of their way to serve us an early breakfast the day we left. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is not in very good condition and needs some upkeep. The staff was very accommodating although spoke very little English. the dinner food and wine was very good. We were the only people staying at the hotel so found it strange that there was no staff on duty during the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Hamilton Canada

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

Country Gem

We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Dorata. It's located in a bit of a remote area nearer to the top of Mt. Etna so a little challenging to find but certainly worth it. This inn has Sicilian charm and lots of historical pieces and yet it has been completely modernized. The real prize here was the food and service. The owner, Pietro, greeted us and we were able to purchase drinks and enjoy the full coffee bar service in a dining room with an incredible view overlooking Catania and several other smaller towns (so pretty at night!). Pietro's wife cooked all the food and it was some of the best I had in Italy. I have a gluten allergy and she totally accommodated me. The pasta with pistachios was amazing as were the ricotta tarts and all of the other foods. My husband is still raving about it. The breakfast was equally delicious with all kinds of home-baked cakes, sweets and rolls. Highly recommend this inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Miyu, Los Angeles

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

Nice location if you want to stay in Etna

This hotel is called Golden Villa Hotel on Google map, the location is close to Mt. Etna's cable car / village. It is a small hotel (more like a big house?) with a restaurant inside, but the restaurant happened to be closed on the night we stayed. Hotel staff is very friendly and like to interact with everyone and learn about different culture and language. We really enjoy her company. Hotel room is very clean but the room I stayed have a strong smell of India incense which I really don't like, the other room that my friend stayed in does not have the smell. Comfort of the bed is just average. Does not have elevator and the stairs are narrow, not good for people who have heavy or large luggage. Overall is a good place to stay, I cannot say if the price is average or pricey since I went there during low season and it was consider very cheap at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

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

Dorata a nice play near Etna skiing.

It is a nice Hotel with a friendly and family atmosphere. Helpful and quick service.

10/10 Excellent

Jouko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Lelystad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Geweldig hotel met fantastische mensen. Direct na het inchecken heeft de gastheer ons voorzien van een heerlijke wijn om vast in de sfeer te komen voor het diner. Het eten ‘s avonds was heerlijk. Het ontbijt in de ochtend zeer ruim en lekker. Voor rust en een goede ervaring zeker boeken.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMBROSIO H

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

Un lujo en el Etna

Todo EXCELENTE . Hermoso hotel en un entorno increíble y cerca de la base del Etna.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Discreto

Rilassante come viaggio . Ma le condizioni del posto non sono il top . Non credo di ritornare più
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liviu Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Helena, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Supernetter Gastgeber. Tolles Essen. Ruhige Lage am Ätna. Wunderbar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018