Located in a former royal residence, the Hotel Villa Dorata has elegant and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Mount Etna's slopes are just outside. Rooms at the Dorata have views of Mount Etna, and feature antique furniture and flat-screen TVs. All have a bathrobe for extra comfort. On site you will find a restaurant, a lounge-bar and a library area. A continental breakfast is served daily. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can arrange gastronomic and wine tours. The Dorata Hotel Villa is in the village of Ragalna, 30 km from Catania Airport. The nearest ski slope is 1 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Italian, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
or
3 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Robin
    France France
    Great location, friendly staff and easy communication. The facilities, breakfast, etc. were great. Breathtaking views towards the south-eastern slopes of the volcano and the sea beyond.
  • Stevyb81
    Belgium Belgium
    The location is in a quiet area really nearby Etna summit assumption. Our room was nice and cosy with view on the mountain. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The chef is a dedicated person that prepares amazing and fresh food!!!
  • Eduard
    Germany Germany
    This is a great basic, yet still stylish accommodation for trips around the Etna. In summer it must be very relaxing to escape the heat of the coast. No need to go out at night as the dinner here is great too!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Ristorante #1
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Hotel Villa Dorata
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Hotel Villa Dorata takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi American Express Cash Hotel Villa Dorata accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Villa Dorata in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hotel Villa Dorata

  • Hotel Villa Dorata is 5.6 miles from the centre of Nicolosi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel Villa Dorata is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Hotel Villa Dorata may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hotel Villa Dorata offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding
    • Happy hour

  • Hotel Villa Dorata has 1 restaurant:

    • Ristorante #1

  • Guests staying at Hotel Villa Dorata can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Italian
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Hotel Villa Dorata include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Triple