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Hotel Villa Sonia

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

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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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)
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single 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)
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single 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)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single 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)
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Triple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single 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)
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single 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)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About this property

Hotel Villa Sonia

Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Castelmola with free breakfast
A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a sauna, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site.
Hotel Villa Sonia offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. This Castelmola hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and bidets. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Children aged 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Villa Sonia. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and just a quick walk from Castelmola Castle. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Ristorante Parco Reale
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna and scooters/mopeds to rent
  • 6 minutes by car from Taormina Cable Car and 6 minutes from Corso Umberto
  • Free local-area shuttle service
Hotel Villa Sonia offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Villa Sonia. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a beach shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Castelmola hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Ristorante Parco Reale – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
La Caverna Wine Bar – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return 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 centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered 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 motorised watercraft
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Hotel Villa Sonia offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport and train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT083015A12EHY6PHG
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 April and close in 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

Hotel Villa Sonia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 511 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

6/10 Okay

Larysa

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful villa. The staff was helpful friendly if I return to Sicily I’ll be sure to stay at Villa, Sonia.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023