Ai Vecchi Crateri

3.0 star property
Family-friendly country house with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Exterior
Room service - dining
Property grounds
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Balcony view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Contrada Rosella 4, Sant Alfio, Sant'Alfio, CT, 95010
  • Mount Etna
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Etna Park Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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Room options

Comfort Double Room Single Use, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Quadruple Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

Comfort Triple Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sant'Alfio

Located within a mile (2 km) of Mount Etna, Ai Vecchi Crateri is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree. This 9-room, 3-star country house welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Etna Park Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Adventure Park Etna - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mascali Station - 26 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barone di Villagrande - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria N'da Calata - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Castagno dei Cento Cavalli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪4 Archi - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Bar Vittorio Papotto - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ai Vecchi Crateri

Family-friendly country house with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
At Ai Vecchi Crateri, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 40 per room. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this family-friendly country house include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Sofa beds, refrigerators, and minibars are other standard amenities.
A 24-hour health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the country house.

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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ai vecchi crateri
  • Ai vecchi crateri

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bowling alley
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Bowling alley
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per room

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.
  • Air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from June 1 to September 31 in accordance with national or local laws.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Ai Vecchi Crateri
Ai Vecchi Crateri Agritourism Mascali
Ai Vecchi Crateri Mascali
Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House Mascali
Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House Sant'Alfio
Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House
Ai Vecchi Crateri Sant'Alfio
Country House Ai Vecchi Crateri Sant'Alfio
Sant'Alfio Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House
Country House Ai Vecchi Crateri
Ai Vecchi Crateri Sant'alfio
Ai Vecchi Crateri Sant'Alfio
Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House
Ai Vecchi Crateri Country House Sant'Alfio

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Ai Vecchi Crateri?

This country house is located in Sant'Alfio within a short 19-minute walk of Mount Etna. You'll also find Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree and Etna Park Visitor Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Ai Vecchi Crateri?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the country house. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Ai Vecchi Crateri feature a casino at the property?

No, Ai Vecchi Crateri doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ai Vecchi Crateri?

No, there is no indoor pool at this country house.

What do couples enjoy most about Ai Vecchi Crateri?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this country house include a pillowtop mattress, a minibar, and a rainfall showerhead.

Does Ai Vecchi Crateri have a hot tub?

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

Does Ai Vecchi Crateri have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ai Vecchi Crateri has 2 restaurants, and serves free full breakfasts each morning.

Will Ai Vecchi Crateri allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Ai Vecchi Crateri.

Does Ai Vecchi Crateri have connecting rooms?

No, this country house doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Ai Vecchi Crateri?

The closest major airport to Ai Vecchi Crateri is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is about 20.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ai Vecchi Crateri?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Ai Vecchi Crateri.

Does Ai Vecchi Crateri have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Ai Vecchi Crateri if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Ai Vecchi Crateri Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful gem in Mount Etna

At first we were a bit worried as we couldn't find the hotel in the sat nav, but then after we put in the coordinates we found on google maps, we found the gorgeous, serene and peaceful Ai Vecchi Crateri Hotel! We had the beautifully designed room 9 which is on the 1st floor with the view of the hotel's outdoor and pretty communial area. This hotel was a very pleasant surprise for us, as nowhere around Mount Etna, had we seen such delicate and beautiful, art and design come together to blend into a wonderful homely and comfortable place to stay. The hotel is run by a family whom pay a lot of importance to satisfying their customers and are so good at making you feel welcome. Michelle served us, and he knows a little English and communicating with him was easy. Definitely recommend this hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Charles, Ruislip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A nice surprise

A very enjoyable stay and worth recommending

8/10 Good

james , quebec, canada

Very close to Etna

Even though this place is very isolated, there is a magnificent view of the live volcano on Mount Etna. Surprising as it may seem the resort contains all the necessities you would find in a city center. One drawback though, the staff barely speaks English so communication tends to be troublesome at times.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Poco professionalità della piattaforma

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

salvatore

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

visita sull'etna

prenotando velocemente l'ubicazione non era quella che pensavamo, nonstante questo ci siamo trovati bene e il soggiono si e svolto nel miglior modo. buonissimi i dolci e la frutta a colazone. il silenzio regna nella struttura per chi desidera il riposo è perfetto
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Base di partenza per la salita cratere centralr dell'Etna. Buona trattoria nelle vicinanze con prezzi modici .Antichi Sapori.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ubicación excelente servicios los justos

Ubicación excelente para visitar el Etna, pero los servicios del hotel dejan que desear. Nevera de la habitación no funcionaba, la televisión necesitaba una cuña de madera para que el conector pudiese enchufarse. El restaurante comida básica sin mas.Desayuno servido a la mesa pero limitado a tostadas y un pedazo de plumcake.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No english speaking persons, air condtion didn't work, minibar didn't work, wifi didnt work. But a magnificent location

6/10 Okay

Jean marc, rouen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

personnel sympa.

Correct sans plus

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Grazioso albergo vicino all'etna

Esperienza positiva, proprietari gentili, struttura pulita , ottima cena nel ristorante. Bel parco giochi per i bimbi, location rilassante!

6/10 Okay

frida, Stockholm

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Quite ok value for money.

This place is a nice little house outside Etna. We stayed there one night spontaniously. the family that owns the place was very friendly and the house is an old stone house and the rooms has great potential! unfortunately the air con did not work and the shower did not have much power, also the electricity broke many times during the night which meant an emergency light went on in our room, not what you need when you´re trying to sleep. the hotel was so pretty! but it felt it needed some small updates. the food in the restaurant was great, the breakfast was very small. in total: a nice stay for the quite small money.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Eine Nacht am Ätna

Das Hotel befindet sich in der Nähe des Ätna-Kraters und was für uns mit unserem Mietwagen daher super gelegen. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Bergblick gebucht und waren daher etwas überrascht, dass es nur ein kleines schräges Fenster am Dach gab, das natürlich keine Aussicht gewährte. Das Zimmer war sonst sehr klein, aber zumindest mit Klimaanlage. Außerdem war das Zimmer nicht gut abgedichtet, man höre die Personen im Nebenzimmer reden. Alles in allem ist die Unterkunft doch relativ sarnierungsbedürftig. Das Personal war extrem freundlich und zuvorkommend und wir fühlten uns sehr wohl. Auch das Essen war fantastisch! Die Lage und das freundliche Personal haben den Aufenthalt für uns doch zu einem sehr positiven gemacht und für eine Nacht ist die Unterkunft durchaus empfehlenswert.

8/10 Good

E

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

Tranquilli

Ideale per gita etna

8/10 Good

Anna, svårtillgängligt

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

Bra men svårhittat hotell

Ingenting för er som inte har bil. Oerhört svårt, tog två och en halv timme, att hitta fram till hotellet och omöjligt att göra eller se något om du inte har bil. Högt upp på Etna utan teckning för mobil och mitt ute i ingenting. Trevlig personal dock även om endast en eller två pratar någon engelska.

10/10 Excellent

Piepie, Roma, Italia

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

Silenzio e relax nel Parco dell'Etna.

La struttura si trova sulle pendici settentrionali e più boscose dell'Etna, ottimo punto di partenza per escursioni. La colazione è essenziale, non abbondante. L'alloggio è pulito. Il personale è amichevole e disponibilie. La cucina del ristorante offre piatti locali a prezzi ragionevoli, sicuramente da provare. L'atmosfera che si respira è molto piacevole e rilassante sia dentro l'albergo che fuori nel parco. Attenzione: la struttura si trova in posizione piuttosto remota e può risultare complesso da raggiungere soprattutto in auto di sera, ma si incontreranno strategici cartelli 'AiVecchiCrateri' ed indicazioni lungo la strada.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Hungary

The staff and the hotel are friendly, luch was really delicious, but breakfast was too small and finally we had to pay for the coffee at breakfast, although it was advertised to be built into the staying. Room was clean, but the rangehood in the toilet was too loud.