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Kepos Etna Relais & Spa

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Seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio
King Classic Double | Street view
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included

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Via Leonardo da Vinci, 118, Santa Venerina, CT, 95010
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pista Santa Venera
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Timpa Natural Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪33 min drive‬
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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, colorful striped pillows, and a wall with framed artwork.

King Classic Double

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa

This guesthouse features a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free self-service breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a rooftop terrace are on-site.
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s) and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.
During your stay at Kepos Etna Relais & Spa, you'll be close to Pista Santa Venera. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free self-service breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy Italian cuisine at nero di cenere, a theme restaurant with ocean views
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with manicures and pedicures, deep-tissue massages or Ayurvedic treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • 5 minutes by car from Mount Etna and 7 minutes from Barone di Villagrande 1727
  • Airport and beach shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Kepos Etna Relais & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Santa Venerina guest house.

Guests are served a free self-service breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Nero di cenere – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this theme restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves brunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve 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
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • nero di cenere

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 19 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift (250 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily until 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 15
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25.00 per pet, per night plus a one-off EUR 15 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily until 10 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT087048A1894BA2BP
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in November.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Kepos Etna Relais Guesthouse Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais Guesthouse
Kepos Etna Relais Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Guesthouse
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Guesthouse Santa Venerina

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Volker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best locations we ever visited. Thank you very much for your hospitality.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in zafferana, beautiful breakfast. Great staff. Lunch and dinner hours You have to adapt to their schedule. Overall great value and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, great service. Plan you transportation ahead of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place but the safe box was not working , i had to disconnect the minibar .. was too noisy , no blackout curtains , the shower head was withou pressure of water
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Staff & service
Wir waren 10 Tage im Kepos. Das Personal war sehr nett und aufmerksam, auch wenn der Kellner beim Abendessen manchmal allein nicht recht hinterher kam. Aufgrund des Preises hätten wir eine hochwertigere Ausstattung des Zimmers erwartet (bspw. war unser Duschschlauch kaputt) Die Zimmerreinigung war in Ordnung, aber im Bad wurde hauptsächlich um unsere Sachen herumgewischt. Die Außenanlage ist sehr schön und gepflegt.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Belle qualité de service Cependant peut-être un peu cher par rapport à ce qui est proposé
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Victor

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

Härligt läge, magisk pool. Bra skick!

Riktigt härligt hotell. Få rum och genomgående riktigt fräscht. Magiskt trevligt poolområde med stolar och cabanas. Infinitypool med vy över dalen ner mot havet. På avresedagen lånade vi spaat för en sista dusch och ombyte. Av någon anledning så var restaurangen stängd för såväl lunch och middag på tisdagen?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

A wonderfull place

This place is amazing, quiet, fresh and very comfortable. Good breakfast, very friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

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

Luxury at the foot of Mt Etna

Loved this hotel, lovely rooms, pool and views over the ocean as well as, of course Mt Etna. Had an excellent dinner at the onsite restaurant. Would definitely return. Only small negative for us was that it was a little hard to find. After the initial sign points the way the final sign to the driveway turn in is quite hidden and we only saw it on our second time around...could easily be remedied by putting it in a different place or making it more prominent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnifique relais spa en Sicile Idéal pour repos en couple ou en famille
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Hidden little gem

Amazing hotel with amazing staff we will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful hotel in stunning location

We had a last minute change of hotel as the previous one (Vila Neri) contacted us the week before travel to say they could no longer accommodate us, therefore, we were a bit apprehensive. Have to say though it was really lovely, stunning location with distant sea views one side and Mt Etna the other. Beautifully designed hotel, our pool suite was spotlessly clean and modern. We were in 301 which was nearest to restaurant which slightly obscured wonderful view so think other rooms would have been slightly better, plus outdoor room space is very open so rooms 302-305 would perhaps be bit more private, however, only 15 rooms in total so it is very small, peaceful, relaxing hotel. Breakfast and evening restaurant food was lovely, though unfortunately restaurant wasn’t open for lunch the day we were there. Overall a tranquil paradise - you must try the amazing clementine jam!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pernilla

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

Familjärt lite mindre hotell med famtastiskt läge

Magiskt hotell med bedårade utsikt över medelhavet o i norr vulkanen Etna. Detta hotell har verkligen allt man kan önska sig omer där till. Personalen alltid hjälpsamma o trevliga.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Quite simply - really great !

A beautifully restored hotel, newly opened in an idealic position between Etna and the sea. We received a very warm welcome from the owner Salvo upon arrival, no hint of irritation at the late hour of our arrival, in fact, quite the opposite, he went out of his way to make sure we were " fed and watered" and this kindness went a long way to help us relax, after our terrible ordeal at the Car Hire office in Catania. The rooms are light, fresh and airy, with simple modern furniture and extremely comfortable. Some suites and rooms are set within the main villa and some by the pool. The first have better panoramic views and the later are perhaps, more convenient for the pool. All have some outdoor space and pretty areas of garden are abundant. The pool is a salt water infinity pool and has stunning views. The vibe of the place is chic, but low key, breakfast and lunches on the terrace are typically Sicilian and as with all areas of the hotel overseen by the extremely friendly staff. I think their web site under sells the place and this is part of the charm, it gently delivers so much more than you expect, especially from a service point of view, we left feeling like members of the family that would be welcomed back and that is the mark of a really great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ludi

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

Fantastische Lage

Wunderschön gelegen zwischen Meer und Ätna ist dieses Hotel einfach ein Traum. Dies Suiten sind sehr geräumig und geschmackvoll eingerichtet, sehr puristisch. Das Frühstück mit regionalen Produkten sehr schmackhaft. Sehr nette deutsche Servicekraft beim Frühstück. Abendessen auch sehr zu empfehlen. Schwimmen im Infinity Pool mit Blick aufs Meer einfach unvergleichlich. Sehr schöne Atmosphäre.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

An oasis of calm.

In an industry always striving to find individuality and charm, but most often under delivering. Kepos is a great example of how to get it right. Everything is meticulously crafted under its owners eye. Well done Salvatore. We loved our ten days of peace and tranquility here. The lovely pool and perfect setting for sun worshipping made it difficult to leave. When we made a few excursions out, we were always happy to come back. Freshly prepared, honest, homemade food and lovely wines were on the menu. We preferred to eat here than the restaurant next door as the kitchen focused on good quality Sicilian ingredients. Our beautiful studio by the pool was clean, quiet and well equipped for our stay. The rooms tastefully decorated and spacious. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

great retreat

The hotel is lovingly run by friendly and helpful staff. Lovely fresh fruits and local meats and cheeses plus home baked cakes for breakfast. Private spa really nice. Altogether a great way to relax and recharge.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

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

Nice new hotel.

This is a very new hotel with a good view of the sea. Its location near Mt. Etna is excellent. Staff were very friendly and the room was comfortable. There are some good places to eat within easy walking distance.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANCO

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

KEPOS ETNA RELAIS beautiful

cercavo un posto in sicilia un pò lontano dalla grande confusione, e dopo avere visualizzato varie proposte, ho trovato questa nuova costruzione, in una posizione straordinaria vicino alle più belli posti della sicilia, ma immersi nella tranquillità. un ringraziamento particolare al dott. angelo e alla famiglia. da questa posizione si possono raggiungere molti posti da visitare tra i piu belli della sicilia, tanto che 8 giorni sono stati troppo pochi.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Isobel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ulrich

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