Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel

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9 (181 reviews)
Via Guglielmo Marconi 25 , Linguaglossa , IT

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Outstanding food quality
Accommodating staff
Cons:
High prices for spa services
Maintenance issues in bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
Specific sentiment from text about structure being clean and well maintained.
Service
9.36
Staff was very accommodating and provided boxed breakfast, indicating high service quality.
Location
9.4
Great location for exploring the area and visiting nearby attractions.
Room Quality
8.85
Stylish and comfortable rooms mentioned, though there were some suggestions for improvement.
Amenities
8.38
SPA facilities mentioned with some pros and cons about costs and the quality of spa services.
Value for Money
8.34
Some reviews noted high prices for certain services compared to perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Dinner at the Michelin-star restaurant exceeded expectations, excellent breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.36
High overall satisfaction indicated with some minor issues, but would recommend returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 12:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Shalai in Linguaglossa offers elegantly designed rooms with a touch of Sicilian charm, featuring soft colors, warm lighting, and premium natural textiles. Some rooms even showcase beautiful frescoed walls, adding a unique and historical ambiance to your stay.

Wellness and Dining Experience
Indulge in a relaxing retreat at the Shalai's wellness center, where you can enjoy rejuvenating treatments and massages. After pampering yourself, savor authentic Sicilian delicacies at the on-site restaurant, showcasing the best of the local cuisine.

Convenient Services and Excursions
Benefit from complimentary parking (upon reservation) and explore the area with ease by booking exciting excursions through the hotel. Whether you prefer jeep adventures, quad tours, mountain biking, or even donkey rides, the Shalai has it all for an unforgettable experience.

To experience luxury, relaxation, and adventure in Linguaglossa, book your stay at The Shalai today!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 181 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Jacquelina • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Great ambiance, excellent gourmet breakfast. Small but comfortable room. The restaurant serves memorable food and wine. We had a surprise menu with a matching wine arrangement and the service was excellent. Fully living up to the Michelin star, it was a great experience.

Cons:

The bathroom was in dire need of an overhaul. Much of the kitting needs to be redone, the showerhead replaced and overall, stuff needs to be redone due to moisture.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Alexander Karaulov • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

Very high standards and great staff. Good choice for a stay in the city.
The restaurant is amazing (Michellin ⭐)
The breakfast is also the best you can get.
About 2 minutes walking from the city centre.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Dziugas • couple • no
9
Bra hotell med hyggelig personalet
Pros:

Hyggelig personalet, bra lokasjon, fint hotell

Cons:

Gammel dusj-innredning, ser skittent ut

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Carola Spataro • couple • it
6
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Wibo • couple • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage zur Erkundung von Ätna, Taormina & Catania war sehr gut, das Zimmer schön und die duschen sehr gut

Cons:

Die Spender für Duschgel & Toilettenpapier waren angeklebt und sind heruntergefallen. Es gab zu wenig Platz für Gepäck & Kleidung

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Bogdan • solo_traveller • it
8
Relax
Pros:

Colazione, stanza e gentilezza staff

Cons:

Doccia leggermente scomoda

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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BACCELLIERE • couple • it
10
Colazione eccezionale e personale fantastico!
Pros:

Posizione ottima, struttura moderna e pulita

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jasmin • couple • it
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Ambiente e staff

Cons:

Colazione : molto ospiti vengono per Etna e partono presto .colaxione con servizio al tavolo dalle 730 , no good

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Dario • extended_group • it
10
Bellissima struttura in una pozisione strategica. Staff preparato e gentile!
Pros:

La struttura è bellissima nei suoi interni ed il personale davvero gentile e cordiale, la posizione è ottima per fuggire dall'afa estivo ed avere intorno tantissimi posti da visitare.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • couple • au
10
Staff were amazingly helpful and would have loved to have stayed longer
Pros:

Lovely palazzo with a modern twist
Very comfortable

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • couple • at
10
Spitze!
Pros:

Das Shalai Hotel ist wirklich traumhaft. Die Zimmer und das ganze Hotel sind sehr sauber und gepflegt, außerdem schön eingerichtet. Die Herren an der Rezeption sind ausgesprochen freundlich und hilfsbereit! Das Frühstück war traumhaft!

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • fr
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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jeffrey • couple • mt
10
The most perfect stay, incredible facilities and staff.
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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frederic • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Le personnel. Le style de l hotel. Le salon. Le jardin.

Cons:

Eclairage dans la chambre. La conception de la douche.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • solo_traveller • it
10
Tutto bene
Pros:

Struttura molto curata in una posizione centrale di Linguaglossa. Il personale gentile ed efficiente. Ottima la colazione. Piccola SPA ma piacevole.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ayelet • family_with_children • il
10
לילה אחד חוויה יוצאת דופן ונעימה מאוד.
Pros:

הצוות, במיוחד ג׳וליה קיבלה אותנו בלבביות, בסבלנות ורצתה לעזור בכל עניין.
המלון מעוצב ברמה גבוהה מאוד. יפיפה יוקרתי ובטוב טעם.

Cons:

החניה.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Horacio • solo_traveller • ar
8
Muy buen lugar, un poco caro
Pros:

El restaurant es de lo mejor de la zona, una estrella Michelin y un servicio espectacular. El spa también es muy bueno.

Cons:

El cuarto que yo habité, no tenía mucho lugar de guardado de ropa.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Gaetano • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent! Highly recommend the hotel and restaurant.
Pros:

Beautiful property in a converted landmarked building. Old world meets modern design.

Cons:

Sometimes we had to park in the piazza nearny but there was always street parking.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee