Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing views
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Dusty areas
Locked exits
Hard mattresses

Categories

Cleanliness
7.69
Comments on dusty breakfast vases and occasional shower drain smell.
Service
8.96
The staff were amazing, particularly David at the front desk.
Location
9.2
Lovely location away from crowds with amazing views.
Room Quality
8.15
Older hotel with some maintenance needed, hard mattresses noted.
Amenities
8.58
Free shuttle to Taormina and convenient location; however, some areas need improvement.
Value for Money
8.64
Overall enjoyable stay, but parking fees may be a concern.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Excellent chef and convenient on-site restaurant.
Overall Experience
8.76
A great stay despite minor issues; would definitely return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:52

Property Description

Panoramic Views and Outdoor Pool

Hotel Villa Sonia offers a breathtaking setting above Taormina, with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna. The garden features an inviting outdoor swimming pool, perfect for relaxation under the Sicilian sun.

Luxurious Rooms and Wellness Facilities

Each room at Villa Sonia is equipped with modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a private balcony or patio. Guests can also enjoy the small gym, sauna, and furnished terrace for ultimate relaxation during their stay.

Culinary Delights and Personalized Service

Indulge in traditional Sicilian cuisine at the hotel's restaurant and explore the extensive wine collection in the cellar. The dedicated staff ensures a personalized experience, offering assistance with tourist information and travel arrangements. Book your stay at Hotel Villa Sonia for an unforgettable Sicilian getaway.

Important information:

Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.

Please note that the pool is open from May until September.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: FLR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 7 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 798 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.69
Service: 8.96
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Christian solo_traveller fr
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

View of Mt Etna at dawn from our hotel room.

Cons:

Loud, silly wedding party.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
9
Very comfortable stay in beautiful area
Pros:

Staff were excellent . Particularly Carmen. Beautiful location. Great pool

Cons:

Rooms are dated. Lack of tea/coffee facilities . Each time we bought food we paid a cover charge

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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hollycP8568UN Couples
6
More 3 star than a 4
Pros:

I would say this hotel is more of a 3-star than a 4-star.

Firstly, the staff are friendly, the views are beautiful, and although the hotel is situated quite high up in a village, it is in a lovely area with buses running every half hour down to Taormina.

However, both the rooms and the hotel itself feel very dated. The bathrooms are old, the rugs appeared dirty, there are not enough plug sockets, and there is no kettle in the room. Guests also have to request both the safe key and lock, which feels inconvenient. While I understand the hotel is trying to maintain a traditional style, certain aspects really need updating to meet the standards expected of a 4-star hotel.

The pool area was nice, but the sun loungers were very dirty and uncomfortable. Unfortunately, the breakfast was also very poor and is not something I would recommend.

Overall, I believe this hotel has great potential due to its location, views, and friendly staff, but it is in need of a significant refurbishment before it can truly be considered a 4-star hotel.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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Beata couple fi
10
Pros:

Everything was great: the location is amazing! We had an amazing view on Etna. Hotel provides the shuttle to Taormina and back, which resolves the question with transportation. Loved the tranquility of Castelmola on a contrast with buzzing Taormina. Staff was also very nice and helpful. Will definitely come back

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Romeo solo_traveller us
10
The Beauty of Hotel Villa Sonia
Pros:

The serenity and beauty of the Villa Sonia, from the pool to the vistas of Mt. Etna, to the incredible staff, truly the epitome of world class hospitality.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Ruohong couple pt
9
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Ekaterina solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Die phantastische Lage, sehr schönes Haus, sehr aufmerksame Personal

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple de
10
Lage, Essen, Wein, antike Einrichtung, Etna in Sicht - traumhaft
Pros:

Die Lage ist unbeschreiblich-wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Bergblick - der Etna zum Greifen nah - und das Dorf wunderschön - Meer und Etna in Sicht🫶🫶.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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bohl couple us
10
Fantastic.
Pros:

Staff was extremely nice and helpful. The view of the volcano and below (Taorima, etc) were fantastic. We also loved that several tours stopped at this property to pick you up. The food at the onsite restaurant was very good.

Cons:

Can't think of anything. The road up to the resort on the mountain is a bit twisty.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Paul couple ie
10
We spent a very relaxing 4 days in this very quaint traditional italian hotel.
Pros:

A very traditional Italian hotel with lots of interesting artifacts around each corner. Loved our room with a spectacular view of Mt Etna.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Grzegorz family_with_children pl
10
ETNA JAK NA DŁONI
Pros:

Bardzo miły i pomocny personel, rewelacyjna lokalizacja ze wspaniałym widokiem na szeroką panoramę Etny zarówno z prywatnego balkonu jak również z restauracji, która serwuje bardzo smaczne dania, bardzo wygodne duże łóżko, duża łazienka, wygodny prywatny parking oraz możliwość rozładowania bagaży tuż przy wejściu do hotelu. Bardzo dziękujemy i mamy nadzieję, że tu wrócimy.

Cons:

Nie dotyczy.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
9
Short break, amazing views.
Pros:

Location, views, staff

Cons:

Bed could have been better

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Urs solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

Tolle, ruhige Lage mit Blick auf den Ätna. Ausgezeichnetes Essen im eigenen Restaurant.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller au
8
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Rainer solo_traveller de
8
Passt alles
Pros:

Schönes Zimmer, sehr gute Aussicht auf den Ätna, exzellentes Restaurant

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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grahamsM7655LE Couples London, England
10
Relaxing Sicily
Pros:

Thank you for welcoming us to your beautiful Hotel.
Your dedicated staff made our holiday so special ❤️
We shall definitely return.

2026-05-23 via Tripadvisor
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Ludwig solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Perfekte Lage mit herrlichen Blick auf den Etna, sehr gutes Frühstück, grosse Zimmer, in 5 min zu Fuß im Ort castelmola

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Ann couple be
10
Pros:

Vue superbe sur l'ETNA, grande chambre avec terras, piscine avec superbe vue. Située en dehors de Taormina (qui est surpeuplée)

Cons:

la gentillesse du personnel : ils nous ont aidés pour trouver une belle excursion.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Cornelis couple be
10
No better place to stay for a visit to the Etna or the wonderful town of Taormina.
Pros:

Villa Sonia has an exceptional location with a spectacular view of the Etna and close to the picturesque town of Castelmola. The service was friendly and our suite was awesome. We enjoyed every second of our stay.

Cons:

Everything was close to perfect

2026-05-17 via Nuitee