Villa Gaia Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (79 reviews)
Via Maestro Vincenzo Pintorno 101, Cefalù, PA, 90015 , Cefalù , IT

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Snorkeling nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Noise from nearby club
Outdated amenities
Extra charges at beach club

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Room was large and super clean, but some areas feel outdated.
Service
9.31
Sarah at the front desk was so kind and helpful; staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.35
Very nice location looking out over the beach and walking distance to everything.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were clean but some features were outdated and lacking.
Amenities
7.33
No on-site pool, beach club was closed, and access details were poorly communicated.
Value for Money
7.29
Breakfast should be included for the price, extra charges for lounge chairs at beach club.
Food and Beverage
7.84
Breakfast was okay, but limited options; had to request additional items.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall a good experience despite some noise issues and minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 14:14

Property Description

Beachfront Luxury
Unwind on the private beach or indulge in the spa tub, while enjoying complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor delectable treats at the hotel's cafe or opt for in-room dining. Enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge and buffet breakfasts daily.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from express check-in/out, laundry services, and airport shuttles. Park for free and explore nearby attractions like Cefalu Cathedral and Temple of Diana.

Book your stay at Villa Gaia Hotel for a luxurious beachfront experience in the heart of Cefalù.

Important information:

  • 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 information in the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PMO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 79 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.33
Value for Money: 7.29
Food and Beverage: 7.84
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Nico
10
Pros:

Heel goed gelegen hotel aan de lungomare
Met gratis parking
Ziet er klein beetje gedateerd uit maar alles is pico bello onderhouden

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
C
Cataldo
10
Pros:

The receptionist was very friendly and my room was very clean! Would recommend

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
L
Lynn
8
Pros:

I really loved staying here. Sarah at the front desk was so kind and helpful and the location was amazing. The room was large and super clean. The free lido across the street was fabulous. My only negative was that on Friday night the club nearby was so loud that even with all the windows shut, I could not sleep until they shut down which was past 1 in the morning.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
S
Stephen
10
Pros:

Very nice location looking out over the beach and water

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
V
VERONIQUE
8
Pros:

prés de Cefalu à pied et de la plage

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
D
Domenico family
10
Pros:

Top notch

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
R
Rodley family_with_children
10
Pros:

Staff was very friendly and accommodating! Location was the best! Walking distance to everything! Access to pool and beach clubs was a very nice bonus surprise

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
M
miguel
6
ok hotel accross the beach Cefalu
Pros:

The hotel feels outdated for the price. There’s no pool on-site—you have to walk about 100 meters to a nearby beach club, which was closed when we arrived and is quite small.

Reception didn’t provide the Wi-Fi password or mention the towels for the beach club, so we had to return to the front desk to get them.

Breakfast was okay, but it really should be included in the room rate.

Access to the Peter Pan beach club is technically included, but the staff there were rude, and if you want a front-row lounge chair, it’ll cost you an extra 45 euros.

Also, note that there’s no elevator.

2025-07-22 via Nuitee
M
Michelle Lisa
6
Pros:

Excellent location for beach and Cefalu old town - breakfast good, but not much bacon and egg- had to ask for it to trooped up a lot. A noisy club outside and next door. Music DJ until 3am every night and no handle on outside of door to balcony a problem. Roller blinds good, but no curtains and just a voile and shutters was a little inconvenient. Good location and facilities, clean and tidy Room key a little awkward as took a while to work!

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
K
Kelly friends
8
Pros:

Friebdly staff, the lady on reception was very nove abd helpful, she also did the breakfasts service, breakfast had good options for being included. The sunloungers being included at nearvy beach area was really good. Location nice and room was tidy

2025-07-05 via Nuitee
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olivia family
6
Pros:

Great location. Air conditioning in our room wasn’t working well and the coolest the room got was 82F. Website advertises pool but we didn’t see one and when asked staff said it was closed.

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
E
Elaine family
10
Pros:

Very convenient location with free parking. Free chairs and umbrella for the beach. Great breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff.

2025-06-28 via Nuitee
N
Neville family
2
Pros:

Loud music in the bar opposite. The staff at the hotel were great as is the hotel. However, if you want to sleep before 2 am, forget it. So annoyed with this and the incessant drum beat club music that penetrates the hotel room that we were in. Wont be going baçk. There is no pool in the hotel although there is free access to a Lido 100 metres away.

2025-06-20 via Nuitee
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fabio
6
Não voltaria, fomos enganados
Pros:

Chegamos antes do horário do check in e a recepcionista nos autorizou ir para o quarto, ficamos muito gratos. O hotel é antigo e não condiz com 4 estrelas. Boa localização , 15 min a pé até o centro.
A principal foto do hotel é a piscina e pasmem, não tem piscina no hotel o que nos deixou bem decepcionados. E foi nos dado um papel para a “praia particular” em frente , não era praia particular, era um beach club sem vaga para nós . Ignoraram o papel e disseram que estavam cheios mesmo com várias cadeiras vazias. Voltamos mais tarde e continuaram dizendo que estavam lotados o que também nos decepcionou.
A recepcionista fica ao telefone e nos deixa esperando, sem noção . Ao chegar e ao sair com o carro ela avisa que abrirá o portão da garagem e não abre me obrigando a descer do carro e ir de volta na recepção solicitar que abra. O café da manhã é bom .
O colchão duro ( de um modo ruim) e roupas de cama ásperas. Nisso quarto era grande e tem uma varandinha.

2025-06-16 via Nuitee
Y
Ying Kit
2
Pros:

There is no coffee or tea, neither is there any drinking water nor a boiler, the only way to get drinking water is to purchase through reception which is ridiculous. Considering it as a 4-star hotel it is quite old, a light switch is broken and wires inside are uncovered. The sink is also cracked open posing a danger. Air conditioning is very weak and not cool at all. Definitely not worth the price, avoid at all costs.

2025-06-16 via Nuitee
L
Luis family
10
Pros:

Perfect for our needs and super convenient location! Staff is super friendly and helpful!

2025-06-13 via Nuitee
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Adeline
10
Le charme à l'italienne au bord de la mer
Pros:

Idéalement situé face à la plage de Cefalu, nous avons apprécié le checking dès 13h30 qui nous a permis de profiter pleinement de la ville et de la plage avec notre voiture en sécurité sur le parking de l'hôtel. L'hôtesse d'accueil parlant très bien le français c'était un plus très agréable pour la compréhension. Après une visite de la ville nous avons pu profiter de transats au Lido Peter Pan pour se reposer après la baignade. Le petit déjeuner était très complet et très bon. Je recommande vivement cet hôtel pour un séjour au calme près de la mer.

2025-05-29 via Nuitee
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Nea
10
Great stay
Pros:

The staff are excellent, very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great with a variety of different foods to choose from.
My only complaint I have is the uncomfortable bed, the mattress is extremely hard.
I will definitely recommend staying here.

2025-05-26 via Nuitee
C
Carl
6
Pros:

No electric outlet in the room. Plenty of USB port for the phones

2025-05-24 via Nuitee
F
Françoise
10
Une nuit à Cefalu
Pros:

Pour une nuit, au calme.
Très bon accueil

2025-05-01 via Nuitee