Hotel Etna in Giarre

It's a very quirky hotel, overlooked by the brooding volcano behind. The atmosphere owes a lot to the history of the site, upcycling and exhibiting machinery and objects used there. There are a variety of room types, and we were in a ground floor room by the pool. The breakfast was continental supplemented by local produce and bakeries, especially the home made jams and yogurts! The pool area was clean and well kept. Plenty of sunbeds and a covered lounge area, with an afternoon pool bar. Giarre itself is a 20 minute walk with a good rail link. The local village is unremarkable with few bars and eateries. It was a good location as a base for exploring Etna and surrounding locations. Having a car or driver, or being part of a travelling group adds to the value of this gem of a hotel.

Great view from out room of Mount Etna. Good hotel but if you want to travel, car is very useful.

It is very nice place to be, everything was clean and in good shape, the swimmingpool was perfect, and breakfast and diner where excellent. A compliment for everyone how works there!

Etna Hotel is a lovely old Sicilian country house with stunning views of Mount Etna. Rooms are spacious, air-conditioned, and very comfortable. The staff are friendly, helpful, and always attentive. The hotel also arranges volcano tours on certain days, which are well worth doing. The main downside is the location—you’ll need a car to really enjoy the area. The hotel can arrange car hire or taxis into Giarre, but walking isn’t ideal. Dining nearby is limited; the closest option is the Volcano Pub up the road, though the walk there can feel a bit hair-raising. Overall, highly recommended for the incredible views and excellent service.

“Great place to stay near Mount Etna and Taormina – very peaceful with excellent staff and service. They’re always ready to help arrange excursions to Etna, and the pool is lovely too.”

If you are looking for an authentic, idyllic and slightly out of the way Sicilian retreat, the Etna Hotel covers all those bases. The views of Etna from the outside dining area are fantastic. All the hotel staff could not have made my stay any more enjoyable than it was. As an example, the lead restaurant staff member on my last evening there recommended the best dish (pasta in tomato sauce) which was the best meal I had during my stay at the hotel! Another being, one morning during breakfast my favourite song came on (80s hits radio) the radio station and one of the staff members was kind enough to put the volume up a bit so I could listen to it. I became familiar with most of the staff during my stay and got to know a few on first name terms. They were so happy when I was also able to speak a little Italian with them. The Etna tour excursion which leaves directly from the hotel was a memorable experience and one which anyone else choosing to visit can do and I would fully recommend. At the time of writing its around 60 euros per person. If I had one suggestion, providing a small excursion to see the historic sites of Catania would have made an already great holiday even more magnificent! I highly recommend and I believe that I will visit the hotel again in the near future as there is still so much to explore on the east coast of Sicily. Mark

Amazing stay
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We had a wonderful stay at Etna Hotel! The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with a smile. They went above and beyond by organizing a fantastic trip to Mount Etna for us, which was truly unforgettable. Everything was well arranged and stress-free, making our holiday even more special. Thank you so much for the warm hospitality — we can’t wait to come back!
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From the moment I arrived at the Etna Hotel, the reception staff set the tone with a warm welcome and genuine helpfulness. Every question was answered with a smile, and nothing was too much trouble. I chose to eat in the hotel’s restaurant every night of my stay – and I’m so glad I did. The two people running it deserve special mention for their friendliness, attentiveness, and the consistently excellent food. The atmosphere each evening was relaxed yet refined, and the service was simply fantastic. Breakfast each morning was perfect – exactly what I needed to fuel a day of adventures, whether trekking up Mount Etna (beautifully arranged by the hotel) or taking a trip to Syracuse (again, the hotel organised my taxi to the station – Vecchio Taxis were also brilliant). As a solo traveller, it means a lot when staff engage and make you feel genuinely welcome. The entire team here were on top form, turning a good trip into a truly memorable one. My bedroom was simple but functional, with a bathroom to match – everything clean and in good working order. The pool area was immaculate, clearly cared for with real attention to detail, and the optional extras such as bike hire were a nice touch. Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone at the Etna Hotel – you made my stay in Giarre unforgettable. I would return in a heartbeat! Mr Phillips Room 105

As a family of 4 we want to say thank you to the staff working. I want to give special attention to the morning lady with glasses at breakfast she was always polite and smilling. The gent at reception gentleman always kind and thr young gentleman who fixed our evening towels. Thank you for everything. Was fantastic.