Donna Carmela

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel in Riposto with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax) | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
45-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $201
includes taxes & fees
$178 per night
Dec 22 - Dec 23

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Grand Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private rooftop spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
3 bedrooms
  • 1023 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Romantic Chalet, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Exclusive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Designer toiletries
  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
2 bedrooms
  • 807 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010

What's nearby

  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Acireale Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Torre Archirafi Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 46 min drive
  • Acireale Station - 14 min drive
  • Carruba Station - 24 min walk
  • Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Modò - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Briciola - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Argentina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Il Muretto - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pane Condito Il Muretto - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Donna Carmela

Donna Carmela puts you within a 15-minute drive of Mount Etna. Guests can indulge in massages, facials, or body scrubs, and grab a bite to eat at La Cucina di DonnaCarmela, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features of this boutique hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 29 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2007
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Spa services
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Banquet hall
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 45-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

La Cucina di DonnaCarmela - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Donna Carmela Hotel Riposto
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Frequently asked questions

Does Donna Carmela offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Donna Carmela does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Donna Carmela?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Donna Carmela?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Donna Carmela?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Donna Carmela?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Donna Carmela and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center. Donna Carmela also has spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Donna Carmela?
Yes, La Cucina di DonnaCarmela offers Regional cuisine.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a hidden gem of a hotel. The hotel itself is lovely and our bungalow had 2 distinct bedrooms as advertised (not always the case with hotels), a lounge and outside seating area and dining table. As it was at the other end of the complex through the impressive plant nursery, we were provided with our own golf buggy to travel around the hotel grounds, which was an added bonus. The accommodation had its own private plunge pool to complement the hotel pool and the staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to try the fantastic looking menu at the hotel restaurant, as it too nice for young children but we did have lunch at the pool bar and utilised the room service menu, all of which were great. Breakfast is extensive and served in a beautiful garden. We would have loved to have longer at the hotel. Great views of Etna and there is plenty to see and do in the surrounding area. Located conveniently just 40 mins from Catania airport, we would definitely go back. A real find.
James, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at Donna Carmela catered to our every need. The breakfast was amazing with lots to choose from. We had a delicious dinner outside among the gardens. The trees with little sparkling lights and soft music playing in the background make it very special. The rooms were large and very comfortable with all amenities you may need. I would definitely recommend it.
Joyce, 4-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great boutique hotel with fantastic restaurant
We stayed for four nights and were very sorry to leave. Room was large, comfortable and spotlessly clean and the standard of housekeeping throughout was excellent. Service everywhere is friendly and efficient, and pool deck is great place to soak up the sun and admire the views of Etna and the sea. Dinners were fantastic, real problem in choosing between so many lovely dishes and great Sicilian wines.
William, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donna Carmela was hard to leave. Beautiful And enchanting hotel with a warm personable staff. Comfortable rooms with beautiful furniture. Lovely pool and breakfast area. And a very delicious buffet table. The restaurant exceeded our expectations. Must return soon.
Jo Ann, 4-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at the Donna Carmela Resort. It's a beautiful property full with plenty of space and wonderful greenery. We were upgraded to a 2-floor room which allowed for space with our child. The pool is also wonderful and was very quiet while we were there. Breakfast was amazing, there is a huge table of Sicilian sweet treats to choose from, plus a small continental buffet and plenty of a la carte options. The resort is well-located between Catania and Taormina but the area itself around the hotel doesn't have much to offer, one really needs a car to get around.
Katharina, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Julia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amol, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

No business center, no computer Otherwise, extraordinary
Oscar, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with amazing staff
Nicolas, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The setting of this beautiful hotel is stunning, there are views of Mt Etna and the sea everywhere. The Hotel grounds are full of specimen trees and bushes from around the World, lush and gorgeous! We stayed in a Romantic Chalet that was so roomy and spacious and well furnished with glimpses of the sea through the foliage. Each long was so secluded and private. We had the added bonus of a private hot pool/spa outside on the deck outside our window. However it is the staff that take the Donna Carmela to the next level. From Housekeeping to Reception to the Waiting Staff & the Maitre'D every single one we encountered went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional!! We were here 11 nights and cannot fault our stay at all. We have stayed in hotels around the World but Donna Carmela rates among the finest! We have to mention our breakfasts as they were the highlight of the day. Scrumptious pastries and the best ruby red fresh orange juice everyday! A special mention has to go to Alania & Dese who served us and made our day with their smiles, & Linda who kept us topped with Tea & Coffee in our room! Nothing was too much trouble and we thank you so much!
Beverley, 11-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful boutique hotel in a middle of nowhere
Yigal, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location
Simon, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A nice oasis close to the beach in Sicily. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful and the rooms extremely large and spacious. The hotel allowed an early check in and late check out which is always appreciated.
Chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved it!
Spent two nights at the resort. Arrived late on check-in day due to a delayed flight and was welcomed warmly close to midnight. Great lunch suggestion provided and reservation made for us. Loved the ability to whatsapp guest relations. So quiet and the gardens were lovely. Service was some of the best we’ve experienced. Breakfast selection another big plus (loved the Sicilian options!)
Katherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Donna Carmela is a real gem and a must-stay property for anyone traveling to Sicily. It’s a beautiful resort set in a picturesque location with incredible amenities. We loved spending time by the pool, walking the grounds, and visiting nearby wineries for tastings. The staff at the resort are amazing. Aurora in particular was so kind and really went above and beyond to make our stay special. This was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had.
Joey, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I felt like I was staying at Signora Carmela's personal residence. Such a kind staff and peaceful property. I wish I had had more time to explore the area by bike and enjoy the pool, but the location is perfect for excursions to Mount Etna and day trips to Catania and Taormina. I hope to come back again soon!
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A nice resort hotel
Stayed for 3 nights while exploring Eastern Sicily. The place is clean and comfortable, the grounds are nice, and the restaurant is pretty good. All in all, a positive experience.
Boris, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

It’s not it, far from it...
Me and my family stayed at this place for the last 3 days of our vacation. So I would like to differentiate a couple of things. The service from the reception, in terms of helping out with excursions/restaurants & what to do is fantastic. You can manage everything on WhatsApp with the hotel which is really nice but everything is else is more or less disappointing. I am referring to the amenities which is basic, the restaurant which is supposed to be gourmet acts like a “wanna be” Michelin but far from it and I have been to a lot of Michelin star restaurants in my life. So I do have experience there. The waiters are friendly but not more than that. We arrived to the hotel at 16:00 when check in is 14:00 and they said my room is not ready yet which is really frustrating and disappointing when you come after a long journey and all you want is to shower, change clothes and relax. The pool is ok, not large but with beds with “leather mattress” which is really old school. The room it self and we choose our own cottage with a garden has really bad air condition. We had it at he lowest 18degrees the entire time and still it wasn’t cold enough in today’s heat. The bathroom had rust on the sink etc. I paid more money for this place then Masseria della Volpe which is by far 10x better in from all perspectives, not comparable! Too make a long story short, I will not be returning here if I choose to vacay in Sicily again.
Tom, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Donna Carmela is a unique and luxurious property. We absolutely loved it and were reluctant to leave. Having breakfast in the outdoor restaurant while looking at Mt Etna was just magic. Highly recommend this property.
5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All the staff are so friendly and helpful. Lovely hotel - the private heated whirlpool in the romantic bungalow is fantastic.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing. The best.
Craig, 2-night romance trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"We loved spending time by the pool, walking the grounds, and visiting nearby wineries for tastings."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM