Title: Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=3003114&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Travelers find relaxation through rejuvenating massages and the Turkish bath at this retreat, then enjoy delicious meals just steps from their accommodations ## Photo gallery for Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel ![Outdoor dining - Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel (Linguaglossa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/1aaba004.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel (Linguaglossa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/c83f7c47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase - Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel (Linguaglossa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/0e9bb5f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel (Linguaglossa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/a855d07e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel (Linguaglossa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/dcf0bc48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Shalai Resort offers a peaceful city center sanctuary with amenities like a coffee shop, library, and sauna. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant and enjoy dry cleaning services. The property provides WiFi and complimentary self-parking. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Bar £91 includes taxes & fees 1 Feb - 2 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 11 - Jan 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=3003114&PinnedHotelID=3003114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - 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312 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/082c45fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Day bed Blackout curtains - 431 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Business Single Room, Balcony ![Business Single Room, Balcony | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/d0983f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Single Room, Balcony ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace ![Junior Suite, Terrace | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003200/3003114/be38d973.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite, Terrace ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Day bed Blackout curtains - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLinguaglossa-Hotels-Shalai-Resort.h3003114.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLinguaglossa-Hotels-Shalai-Resort.h3003114.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.84322%2C15.14205&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fDqUbG5Q0uzyZ4pJ_2L24mRkjYg=) Via Marconi 25, Linguaglossa, CT, 95015 #### What's nearby - San Francesco of Paola Church \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Mount Etna \- 7 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Corso Umberto \- 24 min drive \- 13.7 miles - Greek Theatre \- 27 min drive \- 15.1 miles - Taormina Cable Car \- 28 min drive \- 14.6 miles #### Getting around - Fiumefreddo Station - 19 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Dispensa Dell'Etna - ‬10 min drive - ‪Caffè Calì - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bar Nica Nuci - ‬3 min walk - ‪Osteria Vinetna - ‬1 min walk - ‪12 Fontane - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Hotel near Mount Etna A coffee shop/cafe, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Shalai, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk - Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers and hairdryers - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Heating, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92500000/92490900/92490835/70ec0529.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dimora Cottanera Castiglione di Sicilia - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 10 Exceptional 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=92490835&PinnedHotelID=92490835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112870000/112861200/112861107/9f8b93ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LA GELSOMINA Mascali - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 10 reviews £117 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=112861107&PinnedHotelID=112861107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11750000/11742800/11742750/56da1b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mareneve Resort Linguaglossa - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Shalai ### Things to do - Helicopter/aeroplane tours - Library - Sauna ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Spa - Massage - Spa services - 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. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority. ### Property is also known as Shalai Linguaglossa Shalai Resort Shalai Resort Linguaglossa Shalai Resort Linguaglossa, Sicily, Italy Shalai Resort Shalai Exclusive Small Gourmet Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Hotel Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Linguaglossa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel? ### How much is parking at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel? ### What time is check-in at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel? ### What time is check-out at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel? ### Does Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 29 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 24 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Outstanding restaurant—deserves another star. Fun historic town. Nice staff. ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johanne Skår 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice and comfy hotel. Great service and breakfast. ##### Johanne Skår Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff at this property were very efficient. The room was well made up daily. I wouldn’t call it family friendly but we didn’t have children with us. ##### Victoria Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service We liked the Hotel overall. Some details were not perfect, for example the bathroom could be in a better condition. The a la carte breakfast was very good but very small portions. All in all a good hotel for 1-2 nights to explore the Etna area. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SAM 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Enjoy. Excellent staff, full spa including massage and a Michelin star restaurant. Also close to gateway to Mt Etna. ##### SAM Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 13 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent experience, great service. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Winston 20 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We were wine tasting for 3 days around the north side of Mt Etna. Hotel in a great location. The town of Linguaglossa is a little slow and limited. But this was shoulder reason. Staff was excellent- eager to please and very responsive ##### Winston Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This hotel was a "wow" all around. The photos don't do it justice: 1) The area: the town it was in is super cute. Everyone knows one another in the area. Views of Etna were incredible. Just a very beautiful region of sicily. 2) The service: the front desk helped us book a helicopter tour of etna. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour, it was fantastic! 3) Spa: Wow wow wow - beautiful turkish bath, and you get it all to yourself with the fee. My husband and I enjoyed this immensely! 4) Restaurant: Probably the best meal we had in sicily. Incredibly creative, beautifully plated dishes. Props to the chef! 5) The rooms - baroque revival, with hand painted ceilings, just amazing. Comfy beds and nice rainfall showers in bathroom. ##### Jonathan Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alana 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a truly lovely time at Shalai. They came recommended by friends who stayed earlier in summer. The hospitality was amazing. Marta and her team were so helpful. We loved their dining recommendation and the resort itself was so well maintained and comfortable. Amazing breakfast and we used the Spa features and treatments as a special treat and we are so glad we did.Not something we normally indulge in but it was a special occasion and was well worth it- great value. We wish we could have stayed a little longer to explore the Etna wine country but are really happy we were able to visit for the time we did. ##### Alana Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### David 24 Feb 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All rooms on the 3rd floor have no windows, mattress and linens were 3 star at best. Owner of the hotel Leonardo extremely rude, and lacks basic customer service skills. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wunderschönes unscheinbares Hotel, mitten in einer wundervollen Stadt. ##### Max Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### vincent 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Très bel hotel dans un ancien palais. Ideal pour visiter la face nord de l'etna ou taormina. Le restaurant étoilé au guide michelin est top et le petit déjeuner vaut le détour. Chambre confortable et calme. Incontournable ##### vincent Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Elegante struttura nel centro di Linguaglossa, facilmente raggiungibile in auto. Interni eleganti e ben tenuti. Buono il materasso e ottima la colazione. Migliorabile la manutenzione degli arredamenti della mia camera. ##### Marco Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefania 5 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ottimo Un palazzo dell ottocento al centro di Linguaglossa con un servizio ottimo. Camere curate e colazione eccellente. Il ristorante dell'hotel ha una meritata stella Michelin. Servizio ottimo. Posizione strategica per andare sull'Etna ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3B3362E9B11E7874065C3916B33D5A562173E0371625513798591.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Stefania Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 1 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Un peu de lumière en plus dans la salle de bains ne serait pas de trop ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 3 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Edificio storico molto bello e curato con un buon servizio e una Spa molto carina ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### thomas, NRW 8 Apr 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Schönes Hotel mit kleinen Einschränkungen Riesiges Bett, Dunkles Bad mit nur einer schwachen Lichtquelle. Die aber ausreicht um den Schlaf des Partners zu stören, wenn der andere nachts ins Bad muss. Eine Glaswand grenzt an das Zimmer und lässt das Licht durch. Die Schiebetür zum Bad ist slles andere als angenehm, denn sie ist systembedingt nicht dicht. ##### thomas ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paolo 15 Sept 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### hôtel splendide à recommander hôtel spllendide à recommander ##### Paolo ### 6/10 Okay #### Francesca 4 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Ristorante Top Il ristorante è eccellente e il centro benessere è dotato di ottimi prodotti e lettino per i massaggi ad acqua meraviglioso. ##### Francesca ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giuseppe, messina 12 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### relax e buon gusto All'insegna del relax e del buon gusto. L'Hotel infatti é sobrio ma elegante e raffinato (dal vivo rende molto di più rispetto alle foto del sito). Fantastica la spa, riservata, pulita e ben organizzata. Gentile e cordiale il personale. ##### Giuseppe ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 May 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### How it should be done. Wonderful. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Sept 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice place to relax, small litte village, but not to far from Taormina, but you do need a car to get to places. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg, Phoenix, AZ 23 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Incredible find! Friends of ours stayed at this hotel a couple of years ago for one night and recommended it. We decided to stay for three nights. It was the best decision of our trip. Our flight to Catania was delayed by 10 hours and we had a long, horrible day in the Rome airport. We arrived at the hotel very late and very tired after a stressful drive from Catania. The staff welcomed us with open arms, carried our luggage to our room, immediately asked if we would like a late dinner at their excellent restaurant, and offered to change the date and time of our planned excursion the next day. The hotel and staff remained top notch the rest of our time there - recommending other restaurants, providing excellent breakfasts, and answering other questions. Linguaglossa was a small, friendly town close to Mt. Etna. My family and I highly recommend The Shalai! ##### Gregg ### 10/10 Excellent #### sebastian, stockholm 3 Oct 2011 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Shalai Fantastic hotel, one of the best I have ever stayed at! ##### sebastian ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cf64e6e3-6cae-4b03-b17c-e92f766596c4-1760372389290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lisa Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Isola Bella Infinity Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Isola-Bella-Infinity-Suites.h31731914.Hotel-Information) > > [Acacia Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Acacia-Resort.h2102724.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Terre di Eolo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Patti-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hotel-Terre-Di-Eolo.h17928807.Hotel-Information) > > [Almar Giardino di Costanza Mazara del Vallo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mazara-Del-Vallo-Hotels-Giardino-Di-Costanza-Resort.h1095179.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Daphne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Giardini-Naxos-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Daphne.h1766367.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Arenella Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-VOI-Arenella-Resort.h1633512.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Kalura](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Hotel-Kalura.h1617800.Hotel-Information) > > [Al 33 Giri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Al-33-Giri.h46222804.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Olimpo Le Terrazze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letojanni-Hotels-Hotel-Olimpo-Le-Terrazze.h2032211.Hotel-Information) > > [Costa Verde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Costa-Verde.h897883.Hotel-Information) > > [Calanica Residence Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Calanica-Residence-Hotel.h2130274.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mediterranee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Mediterranee.h1455759.Hotel-Information) > > [Mangia's Pollina Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pollina-Hotels-Pollina-Resort.h20451228.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Sonia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castelmola-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Sonia.h1498740.Hotel-Information) > > [Nautilus Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Coast-Hotels-Nautilus-Hotel.h36871038.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Sicilia-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2032217.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Marsa Siclà Essentia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scicli-Hotels-VOI-Marsa-Sicla-Resort.h3748979.Hotel-Information) > > [The Signature Level at Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Garden-Beach-Resort-Spa.h42025780.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Angela](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Angela.h1583026.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Miramare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Miramare.h1207656.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ashbee Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-The-Ashbee-Hotel.h4209909.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL VILLA CARLOTTA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-Carlotta.h1397632.Hotel-Information) > > [Taormina Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Taormina-Park-Hotel.h1713485.Hotel-Information) > > [Baglio la Porta di San Gerardo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Vito-Lo-Capo-Hotels-Baglio-La-Porta-Di-San-Gerardo.h11675581.Hotel-Information) > > [Sicilia's Residence Hotel Art & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aci-Catena-Hotels-Sicilias-Residence-Hotel-Art-Spa.h5334773.Hotel-Information) > > [Eurostars Monte Tauro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Eurostars-Monte-Tauro.h913571.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Calette Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Le-Calette-Garden-Bay.h858621.Hotel-Information) ---