Friendly and very helpful staff complemented this exquisitely designed, decorated, furnished hotel in a stunning location. The Etna panorama was breath-taking, I spent hours just taking it all in. Castelmola village just above was very charming too, with a range of bar cafe restaurants. The coast, Taormina and Gardinia-Naxos nearby were very pleasant too. More

Castelmola is the epitome of the traditional medieval Italian town, clinging to it's mountain top. We were blown away by the setting of this hotel and by the friendliness and service we found there. We booked at the last minute since we didn't want to go back to a previous "hotel of horrors" and drove up not really knowing what... More

We stayed at Villa Sonia a few years ago for a week and this time returned for just 3 nights at the end of a tour of Sicily. We loved Villa Sonia just as much. The position is fantastic. Castelmola is a nice village with enough bars and restaurants to eat out with variety (not checked but you could probably... More

What a great hotel this was. I was worried before we went out as there were some negative reports - but totally unjustified. If you want modern, stylish hotel then this is not for you. What it is, is full of charachter, charm, and rustic ornaments. The resort is peaceful and relaxing. The staff could not be more helpful. Amazing... More

I would definitely recommend this hotel. The staff were just lovely, extremely helpful and very friendly. Made you feel very much at home. The location is perfect just a couple of mins walk from the picturesque village of Castelmola. And very reasonable price so great value for money. More

My wife and I have been here twice before and we decided to go away with friends of ours this time. We loved it the same as ever and it was comforting that our friends are already speaking of their return. This place really is the ultimate destination for 100% relaxation. Paired with the lovely town/village of Castelmola and you... More

Amazing views over Etna. good food. Incredibly helpful staff - owner went to collect our lost baggage from the airport for us when Alitalia wouldn't. Nice pool and excellent restaurant. Good rooms with working air conditioning (ignore reviews saying it doesn't, they just didn't turn it or properly!). Quiet with views of Taomina, a short bus, taxi or car journey... More

Stayed here for 3 nights on our honeymoon and used this gorgeous cliff-perching castle-top location as our base for visiting Mt. Etna, Taormina, Catania, and other sights. Loved the hotel. Excellent Room service breakfast Above and beyond helpful concierge Fantastic views Extremely comfortable bathrooms in the hotel rooms. Convenient Parking Nice Facilities (Pools, Lobby, Decor, etc) Highly highly recommended! More

Very nice hotel perched on an outcrop of rock above Taormina. Varying levels of accommodation - we went de luxe with Etna view and balcony. Good facilities, pool, sauna, gym etc.. Food good but perhaps a little expensive but plenty of options to go out. Discounts at a local bar and a restaurant in Taormina. Free bus to Taormina and... More