Hotel Villa Sonia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to the convention center, near Corso Umberto

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, alfresco dining
Living room
Exterior
Mountain view
Classic Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Located near Corso Umberto and Taormina Cable Car, Hotel Villa Sonia offers a warm welcome with its free breakfast buffet, poolside bar, and rooftop terrace. Enjoy local cuisine at Ristorante Parco Reale or unwind by the garden while your little ones have fun in the children's pool.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free area shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Poolside perfection
A seasonal outdoor pool beckons with loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar. This hotel also offers a hot tub and a separate children's pool.
Local gastronomy
The restaurant offers local and Italian cuisine with al fresco garden-view dining. A cafe, bar, and free buffet breakfast enhance the experience.
Deep sleep delights
Cozy bathrobes and blackout drapes create a tranquil sleep environment. The minibar offers refreshments in rooms with curated, individual decor.

Room options

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Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Panoramic Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Via Porta Mola 9, Taormina, Castelmola, ME, 98030

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Piazza IX April - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Spisone Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Greek Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 73 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 143 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 17 min drive
  • Fiumefreddo Station - 20 min drive
  • Furci Station - 21 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Luraleo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Napoletana - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casa Niclodi - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Andromaco - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Villa Sonia

Featuring a rooftop terrace, Hotel Villa Sonia puts you within a 10-minute drive of Taormina Cable Car and Corso Umberto. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Ristorante Parco Reale, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a sauna, and a children's pool are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (EUR 7 per night)
    • Covered onsite valet parking (EUR 7 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station shuttle*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Free local shuttle
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Ristorante Parco Reale - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
La Caverna Wine Bar - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, shopping center shuttle, and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 30

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 45.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 7 per night
  • Covered valet parking costs EUR 7 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
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.
Property Registration Number IT083015A12EHY6PHG

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Hotel Villa Sonia
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia
Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola, Sicily, Italy
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel Castelmola

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Villa Sonia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Villa Sonia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 7 per night. Valet parking costs EUR 7 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Hotel Villa Sonia and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, Ristorante Parco Reale offers alfresco dining, local cuisine, and garden views.

Does Hotel Villa Sonia have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around Hotel Villa Sonia like?

Hotel Villa Sonia is a short 14-minute walk from Monte Tauro and 17 minutes' walk from Saraceno Castle.

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Reviews

Hotel Villa Sonia Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, with a good variety of hot and cold options. (11 reviews)
  • The pool area was a nice touch and a great place to relax after a long day. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Breath taking experience.

Most wonderful experience we were treated to an upgraded room to celebrate our 40 years of marriage. We highly suggest adding this breath taking experience the most perfect stay
Marvin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful place to stay!
Barbara, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk sted og de sødeste værter. Vi kørte rundt på Sicilien og det her sted var vores favorit. Perfekt til ro og afslapning og mulighed for ture i området.
Marin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location and good view with good service
Kiichiro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super tolles Hotel mit sehr freundlichem Personal, würde ich sofort wieder buchen.
Tanja, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Virkelig dejligt sted og sødt personale. Fantastisk udsigt.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A lovely hotel a bit of the way up the hill from Taormina. If you are a scaredy cat driver then this is not the place for you. L
Karen, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location. Comfortable room and great breakfast.
Leonie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was just beautiful, the staff really helpfull, the room was comfortable
Louise, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Personal überwiegend freundlich, Frühstück und Frühstücksplatz gut, Zimmer geräumig Bad und dessen Einrichtung eher bescheiden und ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen Lage gut
Marlies, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Villa Sonia - July 2025

Great stay. Good location. Amazing views. Lovely pool, sunbeds and poolside bar. Room comfortable and good size. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast good but not great, but Sadly couldn’t sit on terrace due to prolific wasp population!
9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view in fairytale hotel on the side of the mountain overlooking the sea and mountains!
Margot, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ett himmelskt boende på alla sätt

Ett fantastiskt hotell på en fantastisk plats. Vi ville knappt gå från vår balkong med den underbara utsikten över Etna. Personalen är familjära och mycket trevliga och poolområdet har skön stämning, en fin pool och trevlig bar. Fem minuters promenad till byn med vackra vyer. Bra restaurang i anslutning till hotell med god mat och fin service. Bra och stor frukost men hade vi fått önska något vore det lite bättre lunch.
Lise-Lott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reposant

Personnel tres agréable Bus facile d'accès pour aller sur Taormina Endroit calme avec une vue imprenable sur l'etna.
ALOTTO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Et ophold i topklasse - virkelig autentisk og hyggeligt familie hotel. Udsigten ubeskrivelig - hyggeligt poolområde og rigtig fin snackbar til overkommelige priser. Gratis shuttlebus til Taormina centrum, som også er et besøg værd. Men I SKAL også besøge den lokale by på bjerget, som både er smuk og hyggelig om aftenen. Service i top alle steder, og ingen der tigger drikkepenge..
Ole Dalsgaard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I cannot fault the hotel. It’s situated in a beautiful spot above Taormina called CastelMola. The hotel is stunningly rustic with jaw dropping views of Mount Etna and the surrounding mountains. The hotel staff were so helpful, kind and fun. The hotel has a great breakfast and is two mins walk from CastelMola village which has great shops and a few lovely restaurants. I am so glad we stayed here rather in the heart of Taormina. It was just perfect.
Allaina Claire, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die Lage und die Aussichten in alle Richtungen sind hervorragend. Im angrenzenden Restaurant arbeitet auch sehr hilfreiches Hotelpersonal, vertraut mit lokalen Weinen, das Essen ist ausgezeichnet. Das Hotel ist ideal, wenn man italienisch klassischen Stil liebt. Der Pool ist sauber, die Anlage eignet sich für Hochzeiten oder andere Feiern.
Hermann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Skønne Castelmola

Et hotel med en udsigt, der ikke findes bedre ret mange steder. Dejligt hotel med en fantastisk pool, og poolområde med bare og cafemad. Storslået. Vores værelse havde en fantastisk udsigt til Etna, og ud over området. Værelset bar præg af, det har været grandiøst for år tilbage, men nu er lettere brugt, men stadigt luksuriøst i dag. Men enkelte ting kunne trænge til en lettere opgradering. Men et fint hotel, men et særdeles serviceminded personale, både i receptionen, restauranten og poolområdet. Stadigt et 5* ophold i særdeles fantastiske omgivelser.
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Situated in the beautiful village of Castlemola, this comfortable hotel offers unrivalled views of Mount Etna. Well worth getting a room with a balcony and mountain view. Breakfast was good and varied and the staff extremely accommodating. A few of our evening meals were taken at the nearby Caverna restaurant which is also owned by the hotel (with discount available for guests). A great walk down to Taormina was well worth the effort but keep an eye on the bus times as Taxis can be expensive. All in all, an absolutely delightful stay.
Gary, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Im Angesicht des rauchenden Vulkans Aetna

Seitliches Einzelzimmer, kleiner Balkon, Sicht etwas eingeschränkt. Preis im oberen Segment. Schöne, etwas in die Jahre gekommene Anlage. Sicht auf Aetna. Zweimal pro Tag Shuttle-Service nach/von Taormina. Wohltuende, abendliche Sommerfrische auf ca 500 m ü Meer.
Ludwig, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Hotel

Lovely place perfectly positioned to explore Taormina , Etna and Messina . Breakfasts were excellent, lovely pool and staff incredibly helpful
View from the bedroom balcony
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Judith, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very comfortable ambience
John, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable rooms, beautifully furnished, with fantastic views of Mt Etna.
Andrew, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

El hotel está bien, la habitación grande y cómoda con bonitas vistas. La terraza es grande, debería tener tumbonas y no solo mesa y sillas, para que quiero una gran terraza si no? La piscina cierra a las 6:30, demasiado pronto. Desayuno bien, nada espectacular, pero correcto. El personal de servicio muy bien, todos amables y bien dispuestos. Lo único malo es la carretera de llegada/salida a Castellmola, no era consciente!
Ignacio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views from this hotel, quiet place at night. Would definitely stay again.