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Hotel Villa Sonia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Castelmola
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Enjoy a serene dining experience with a breathtaking view of the snow-capped mountain and body of water.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a pergola offering additional seating and shade.
Set amidst green hills, this building features a unique architectural style with a terracotta-tiled roof and a distinctive facade.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, surrounded by a large window, cabinet, and artwork.
Enjoy a refreshing breakfast on the balcony with a view of the surrounding cityscape.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via Porta Mola 9, Taormina, Castelmola, ME, 98030
  • Corso Umberto
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Taormina Cable Car
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Greek Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪42 min drive‬
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Room options

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Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Hot Tub | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Castelmola

Hotel Villa Sonia places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Corso Umberto and Taormina Cable Car. This 4-star hotel has 44 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. It's connected to the convention center in central Castelmola and also close to Greek Theatre and Isola Bella.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Piazza IX April - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Spisone Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Greek Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 17 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro Taormina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Turrisi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Nina - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Villa Sonia

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Castelmola
Guests staying at Hotel Villa Sonia enjoy a children's pool, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace. Parking is EUR 7 per night (EUR 7 per night for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 100 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and bidets. Private yards, minibars, and safes are other standard amenities.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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 and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 7 per night)
  • Covered valet parking on site (EUR 7 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 30

Restaurants on site

  • La Caverna Wine Bar
  • Ristorante Parco Reale

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per night

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 2.00 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 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 7 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: EUR 7 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45.0 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 30

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the shuttle service to and from the airport (available 24 hours) or the train station (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number IT083015A12EHY6PHG

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, 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Villa Sonia
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia
Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola, Sicily, Italy
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel Castelmola

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Hotel Villa Sonia offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Hotel Villa Sonia?

This hotel is located in Castelmola and just steps from Castelmola Castle and Church of San Nicolo di Bari. You'll also find Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for EUR 7 per night. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Hotel Villa Sonia feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Villa Sonia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Villa Sonia?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from April until October.

Is Hotel Villa Sonia good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a minibar, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Villa Sonia have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Villa Sonia serves free buffet breakfast at Ristorante Parco Reale each morning.

Will Hotel Villa Sonia allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Villa Sonia.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Villa Sonia?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Villa Sonia?

The closest major airport to Hotel Villa Sonia is Strait of Messina Airport (REG), which is about 25.3 mi away. Another top airport is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy mountain views.

Does Hotel Villa Sonia have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Hotel Villa Sonia if that's in your vacation plans.

Hotel Villa Sonia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 514 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Larysa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, but the shampoos bottles were not cleaned up nor refilled. The room service left the used bottles in the shower.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was just beautiful, the staff really helpfull, the room was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is about 20 minutes up a very steep and winding road above Taorimina so it's not convenient to go back and forth. The decor is dated, but the hotel has an old world charm and the setting is beautiful. The back of the hotel looks at Mount Etna and the wonderful pool faces it too. The breakfast was nice and had typical Sicilian pastries. They could update the decorations in the rooms and lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa, providence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous !!! Clean. Lovely. Best views !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable ambience
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good spot above Taormina. Runs shuttle bus to the town. Rooms are OK. Our was a little run down with a loud grinding air conditioner, and a leaking faucet. The staff are very hard working both at the hotel and in the evening at the restaurant. Breakfasts are good, and the pool is very good. Good parking available across the street under ground. Easy access to Castelmolo by walking up some stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful secluded hotel with views of Mt. Etna. More importantly, the staff was superb and extremely helpful. Breakfast was diversified and plentiful. It was also very convenient to have dinner in "La Caverna".This is a definite top 10 hotel in Italy! Stay here and you will not be disappointed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Amazing Hotel

Lovely place perfectly positioned to explore Taormina , Etna and Messina . Breakfasts were excellent, lovely pool and staff incredibly helpful
View from the bedroom balcony
Castemola
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ATM was way out of line with their conversion fees!! Garbage pick up needs to be a priority across the area
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at Villa Sonia. Could not recommend this hotel enough. The hotel was spotless, very large room (we booked the double with Etna views) Breakfast and hotel bar service was fab. Amazing location for exploring Castelmola and Taormina. A handy bus service operates throughout the day, just outside the hotel €3 return to Taormina centre (10/15 min journey) The hotel staff could not have been more friendly and really went out their way to make sure we had a good stay. Highly recommend the restaurant associated to the hotel a short walk up the road. A fabulous hotel for exploring the nearby sights or for relaxing and soaking up the sun (the pool area always had loungers free to use and was super clean/ tidy) Thanks for having us, we will most definitely be back! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights and we wish we could have stayed longer. The view from our terrace was beautiful - it overlooked Mount Etna and the surrounding hills. Room was spacious and rustic, which made it feel authentic. All staff at the hotel were lovely and friendly. Breakfast was great and they had such a good choice of fresh food. The pool area was a nice touch - it was great getting in the pool after a long day in the sun. Would happily stay here again and would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a wonderful property. Great service from the staff. All very friendly and accommodating to your needs. Property is very clean. The breakfast was very good every day. It’s a short walk up to Castelmola which has some excellent restaurants and breathtaking landscape and shops. Grab a short bus ride into Taormina right outside of the hotel also. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable rooms, beautifully furnished, with fantastic views of Mt Etna.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated just below the village of Castelmola. It is a small & quirky hotel with lots of antique furniture & artifacts. All the staff were very helpful & pleasant. The views of Mt Etna from the hotel were breath taking. All areas of the hotel were clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jimmy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of better place stayed from our trip in Italy. Great view to see Etna right front of the balcony. Staffs are friendly. it is worth to drive the windingly road to get see the great view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria-Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place, well kept. Nice and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sigita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historical location. Friendly staff, Francesco is very knowledgeable in local history.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful View
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023