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Hotel Villa Sonia

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

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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
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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
The current price is CNY1,342
CNY1,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26

Why we love this property

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.
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.

Room options

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Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Hot Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Panoramic Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Porta di Catania - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Church of San Domenico - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 7 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 76 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 142 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 19 min drive
  • Furci Station - 22 min drive
  • Mascali Station - 24 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

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chicchirichi Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Da Cristina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Turrisi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Hotel Villa Sonia

  • Hotel Villa Sonia features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre. 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 10 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*

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

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 10 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 fire extinguisher and 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

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 10 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 16-minute walk from Saraceno Castle and 17 minutes' walk from Monte Tauro.

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Reviews

Hotel Villa Sonia Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was good, with a varied selection and a lovely view of Mount Etna. (26 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, spacious, and offered a lovely atmosphere with a nice pool and pleasant surroundings. (17 reviews)
  • The hotel offers a convenient and reliable free shuttle bus to and from Taormina twice daily. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect, and the staff is amazing.
Andreea, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful views nice large spacious room very friendly
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff, wonderful beds, large rooms, amazing views from balcony. Great breakfast. Shuttle service into Taormina a big plus. Really happy to have stayed here.
Ryan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful location. Comfortable room and great breakfast.
Leonie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so very helpful - before and during our stay. They were very hard working too. The hotel is quaint and comfortable and our rooms had absolutely stunning views of Mount Etna! I would highly recommend this hotel!
Maureen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable
Attila, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was just beautiful, the staff really helpfull, the room was comfortable
Louise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice view and nice staffs
Mehran, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and quaint! Beautiful views, the pool Is amazing!
Jamie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and good view with good service
Kiichiro, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views and really friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for you. The facilities are a little dated in places but didn’t detract from the stay. Highly recommend
Simeon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view in fairytale hotel on the side of the mountain overlooking the sea and mountains!
Margot, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

High up a mountain with crazy roads. We reserved a lesser room by mistake. The other units with a view looked spectacular! Good breakfast and great pool.
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. 15mins drive out from Taormina centre but there are bus once an hour.
Sarah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great historical location. Friendly staff, Francesco is very knowledgeable in local history.
Peter, 2-night trip
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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
Castemola
Judith, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable rooms, beautifully furnished, with fantastic views of Mt Etna.
Andrew, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff in this facility were very nice and helpful. In particular Davide on the reception desk was very helpful, respectful and nice. The only issue I had with this facility is the parking was a little bit difficult because of the nature of the area which was very hilly.
Maher, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful place, well kept. Nice and friendly staff
Maria-Victoria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the peaceful mountain atmosphere and the relative tranquility of the surrounding area.
Larry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

very comfortable ambience
John, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel has an amazing view of Mt Etna. The staff are very friendly and we enjoyed our dinner in the Caverna restaurant.
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breathtaking view

Fantastic view and nice pool area. Bonus with the shuttle service to Taormina
Tony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We travelled to Villa Sonia as a couple in our mid-30s for 6 days in early April, staying B&B in a Superior Room (Room 410). Location Centrally located in Castelmola, with shops and bars a 5-minute walk away—plenty to do nearby for relaxed days. The walk to Taormina took around 30 minutes down and 35 back up. We’re moderately fit and it was ~20°C, but the uphill stretch could be tough in hotter months. There’s a bus stop nearby (we didn’t use it), and a taxi from Taormina sea area cost €40. We rented a car and used the secure car park (€7/day). Staff The standout of our trip—every reception staff member was kind, approachable, and gave great recommendations with detailed maps. Breakfast staff were also friendly and attentive. Cleanliness Rooms were cleaned daily to a high standard. All areas, including the pool and breakfast space, were consistently spotless. Facilities The hotel has a charming feel. Our room had an incredible view of Mt Etna, a huge balcony, and a very comfortable bed. No kettle initially, but one was provided same day on request. The pool area was lovely to relax in, though too cold to swim in April. Pool bar closed off-season, but drinks/snacks available in the lobby. Food & Drink Breakfast was good, with a small but varied selection—special mention to the apple cake. We only had dinner once, but food, wine, and service were all great and well priced. Very good value. We would return in a heartbeat!!
Sarah, 6-night trip