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Villa Dorata

Family-friendly ski-in/ski-out guest house with free WiFi

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Villa Dorata

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Reception
Front of property
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Restaurant
Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower | Bathroom sink

Overview of Villa Dorata

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Contrada Serra la Nave, snc, Ragalna, Catania, 95030
  • Popular LocationMonte Nero Zappini Nature Trail11 min walk
  • Popular LocationEtna Cable Car6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Etna18 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)58 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Private Bathroom

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Private Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Tower

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Tower | In-room business center

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Tower

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Tower

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Tower | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite, Tower

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Murphy Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Tower

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Residence Serra La Nave
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (7)
The price is $106
per night
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
Residence Serra La Nave

About the neighborhood

Ragalna

Near the slopes.Stay at this Ragalna guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail and 2 miles (3 km) of Etna Cable Car. Monti Silvestri Lift and Silvestri Craters are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail - 11 min walk
  • Etna Cable Car - 6 min drive
  • Mount Etna - 18 min drive
  • Etnaland - 34 min drive
  • Piano Provenzana - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Catania Ognina Station - 39 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Funivia dell'Etna - 8 min drive
  • La Terrazza dell'Etna - 6 min drive
  • La Vecchia Botte - 22 min drive
  • La Boscaiola - 25 min drive
  • Santa Rita Garden - 21 min drive

About this property

Villa Dorata

Family-friendly ski-in/ski-out guest house with free WiFi
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 30 kilometers is available for a fee. Ski-in/ski-out access, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Villa Dorata. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ragalna guesthouse.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Villa Dorata offers 8 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ragalna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 11 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: EUR 5 per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 05688210870
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is 05688210870. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Villa Dorata Guesthouse Ragalna
Villa Dorata Guesthouse
Villa Dorata Ragalna
Villa Dorata Ragalna
Villa Dorata Guesthouse
Villa Dorata Guesthouse Ragalna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Dorata to the airport?

Villa Dorata is 27.2 mi (58-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Dorata?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Dorata on May 8, 2024 start from $106.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Villa Dorata have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Villa Dorata.

Does Villa Dorata offer free breakfast?

Villa Dorata offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Villa Dorata?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Villa Dorata?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in costs EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Villa Dorata?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Villa Dorata have a pool?

Villa Dorata does not have a pool.

Does Villa Dorata have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Villa Dorata have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Villa Dorata to downtown Ragalna?

Villa Dorata is 4 mi away from Ragalna.

Villa Dorata Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful owners and staff. A lovely hotel in a splendid setting. Excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was perfect as my partner was getting up early to climb Mount Etna summit, while I preferred to enjoy a delicious breakfast and walk to the cable car later. The Hotel has so much character, and dinner was traditional Sicilian cooking, which we enjoyed. The staff looked after us brilliantly, going out of their way to serve us an early breakfast the day we left. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is not in very good condition and needs some upkeep. The staff was very accommodating although spoke very little English. the dinner food and wine was very good. We were the only people staying at the hotel so found it strange that there was no staff on duty during the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Hamilton Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Country Gem
We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Dorata. It's located in a bit of a remote area nearer to the top of Mt. Etna so a little challenging to find but certainly worth it. This inn has Sicilian charm and lots of historical pieces and yet it has been completely modernized. The real prize here was the food and service. The owner, Pietro, greeted us and we were able to purchase drinks and enjoy the full coffee bar service in a dining room with an incredible view overlooking Catania and several other smaller towns (so pretty at night!). Pietro's wife cooked all the food and it was some of the best I had in Italy. I have a gluten allergy and she totally accommodated me. The pasta with pistachios was amazing as were the ricotta tarts and all of the other foods. My husband is still raving about it. The breakfast was equally delicious with all kinds of home-baked cakes, sweets and rolls. Highly recommend this inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Miyu, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location if you want to stay in Etna
This hotel is called Golden Villa Hotel on Google map, the location is close to Mt. Etna's cable car / village. It is a small hotel (more like a big house?) with a restaurant inside, but the restaurant happened to be closed on the night we stayed. Hotel staff is very friendly and like to interact with everyone and learn about different culture and language. We really enjoy her company. Hotel room is very clean but the room I stayed have a strong smell of India incense which I really don't like, the other room that my friend stayed in does not have the smell. Comfort of the bed is just average. Does not have elevator and the stairs are narrow, not good for people who have heavy or large luggage. Overall is a good place to stay, I cannot say if the price is average or pricey since I went there during low season and it was consider very cheap at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dorata a nice play near Etna skiing.
It is a nice Hotel with a friendly and family atmosphere. Helpful and quick service.

10/10 Excellent

AMBROSIO H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un lujo en el Etna
Todo EXCELENTE . Hermoso hotel en un entorno increíble y cerca de la base del Etna.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Discreto
Rilassante come viaggio . Ma le condizioni del posto non sono il top . Non credo di ritornare più
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liviu Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Helena, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Supernetter Gastgeber. Tolles Essen. Ruhige Lage am Ätna. Wunderbar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018