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Donna Carmela

4.0 star property
4-star boutique-style guestrooms with free WiFi

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A modern house with a pool, two lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed patio area.
A modern outdoor living area with wooden flooring, seating arrangements, and potted plants.
Romantic Chalet, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)
Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax) | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)
A modern bar area with wooden paneling, a neon sign, and a variety of bottles.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010
  • Place, Pista Santa Venera
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Timpa Natural Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a mirror, and a wall decoration.

Traditional Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a plant on the desk.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax)

  • Garden view
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hot tub with a person relaxing, surrounded by a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a small table.

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a white tablecloth, and a plate of food and drinks.

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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An aerial view of a rooftop swimming pool surrounded by dense foliage.

Romantic Chalet, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with breakfast, a chair, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors.

Exclusive Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A rooftop pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.

Grand Suite

  • Partial sea view
  • 1023 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a painting, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW THREE BEDS

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Riposto

Riposto retreat .You'll find Ionian Sea and Timpa Natural Reserve within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Pista Santa Venera is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mount Etna is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Pista Santa Venera - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Mount Etna - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Le Zagare Shopping Center - 15 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 4 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Il Nuovo Portico - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Briciola - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ice - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Russo - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Donna Carmela

4-star boutique-style guestrooms with free WiFi
Donna Carmela offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the boutique Donna Carmela. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Donna Carmela was completed in March 2018.

This Mediterranean Riposto hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Donna Carmela offers 29 accommodations with minibars and safes. 45-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Donna Carmela Hotel Riposto
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Hotel Donna Carmela Riposto
Riposto Donna Carmela Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Donna Carmela to the airport?

Donna Carmela is 28 mi (50-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Donna Carmela have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Donna Carmela.

How close is Donna Carmela to the beach?

This hotel is 15.9 mi (27-min drive) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 3.5 mi (16-min drive) from Torre Archirafi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Donna Carmela offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Donna Carmela, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Donna Carmela?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Donna Carmela?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Donna Carmela?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Donna Carmela have a pool?

Donna Carmela features an outdoor pool.

Does Donna Carmela have a restaurant?

Donna Carmela is home to La Cucina di DonnaCarmela, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Donna Carmela have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, facials, and body scrubs.

How close is Donna Carmela to downtown Riposto?

Donna Carmela is 4.1 mi away from Riposto.

Donna Carmela Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hideaway in lush greenery with very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noemie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing and relaxing stay with exquisite meals, elegant surroundings, and rejuvenating massages.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with great food and service. The gardens are beautiful and the location is very convenient to visit Etna and Taormina.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Very relaxing, beautiful grounds and rooms. Dinner restaurant was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing resort and top tier services
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honeymoon Stay

We visited Donna Carmela for our honeymoon. The staff were very friendly and attentive! The resort was beautiful and relaxing. Nearby locations easy to access and visit for day trips. Very lovely stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, green surroundings, very appealing architecture, very friendly staff and great restaurant. Great location to visit Etna, Taormina and Syrakus while staying in this oasis.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yigal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel in a middle of nowhere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique resort property in the countryside. Peaceful, beautiful, elegant, but relaxed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is incredible and the staff are welcoming and helpful. Couldn’t recommend more strongly. A beautiful retreat in Sicily.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice oasis close to the beach in Sicily. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful and the rooms extremely large and spacious. The hotel allowed an early check in and late check out which is always appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and the room was very nice; we loved the heated floors in the bathroom and the towels and linen were excellent. It maybe a bit of a stretch to call this a resort when the pool is not heated (and therefore not useable in February). The breakfast was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property. Rooms. Breakfast was amazing. The dinner was a little too fine dining for us and it’s a remote hotel so sort of the only option. Wish the pool was heated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great boutique hotel with fantastic restaurant

We stayed for four nights and were very sorry to leave. Room was large, comfortable and spotlessly clean and the standard of housekeeping throughout was excellent. Service everywhere is friendly and efficient, and pool deck is great place to soak up the sun and admire the views of Etna and the sea. Dinners were fantastic, real problem in choosing between so many lovely dishes and great Sicilian wines.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Donna Carmela was hard to leave. Beautiful And enchanting hotel with a warm personable staff. Comfortable rooms with beautiful furniture. Lovely pool and breakfast area. And a very delicious buffet table. The restaurant exceeded our expectations. Must return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Staff is amazing, you feel everyone is happy to be there. Welcome drinks were amazing and check in well thought through with no standing and waiting; room is great; very eco friendly hotel , amazing views on volcano or sea; lemon trees everywhere; restaurant food and service impeccable ; the only thing we would say is breakfast needs a bit more variety like fruit, veg, potatoes, sausages, oranges, olives etc; plenty of fresh cakes which are delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Donna Carmela catered to our every need. The breakfast was amazing with lots to choose from. We had a delicious dinner outside among the gardens. The trees with little sparkling lights and soft music playing in the background make it very special. The rooms were large and very comfortable with all amenities you may need. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Donna Carmela Resort. It's a beautiful property full with plenty of space and wonderful greenery. We were upgraded to a 2-floor room which allowed for space with our child. The pool is also wonderful and was very quiet while we were there. Breakfast was amazing, there is a huge table of Sicilian sweet treats to choose from, plus a small continental buffet and plenty of a la carte options. The resort is well-located between Catania and Taormina but the area itself around the hotel doesn't have much to offer, one really needs a car to get around.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No business center, no computer Otherwise, extraordinary
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden gem of a hotel. The hotel itself is lovely and our bungalow had 2 distinct bedrooms as advertised (not always the case with hotels), a lounge and outside seating area and dining table. As it was at the other end of the complex through the impressive plant nursery, we were provided with our own golf buggy to travel around the hotel grounds, which was an added bonus. The accommodation had its own private plunge pool to complement the hotel pool and the staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to try the fantastic looking menu at the hotel restaurant, as it too nice for young children but we did have lunch at the pool bar and utilised the room service menu, all of which were great. Breakfast is extensive and served in a beautiful garden. We would have loved to have longer at the hotel. Great views of Etna and there is plenty to see and do in the surrounding area. Located conveniently just 40 mins from Catania airport, we would definitely go back. A real find.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting of this beautiful hotel is stunning, there are views of Mt Etna and the sea everywhere. The Hotel grounds are full of specimen trees and bushes from around the World, lush and gorgeous! We stayed in a Romantic Chalet that was so roomy and spacious and well furnished with glimpses of the sea through the foliage. Each long was so secluded and private. We had the added bonus of a private hot pool/spa outside on the deck outside our window. However it is the staff that take the Donna Carmela to the next level. From Housekeeping to Reception to the Waiting Staff & the Maitre'D every single one we encountered went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional!! We were here 11 nights and cannot fault our stay at all. We have stayed in hotels around the World but Donna Carmela rates among the finest! We have to mention our breakfasts as they were the highlight of the day. Scrumptious pastries and the best ruby red fresh orange juice everyday! A special mention has to go to Alania & Dese who served us and made our day with their smiles, & Linda who kept us topped with Tea & Coffee in our room! Nothing was too much trouble and we thank you so much!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein tolles Hotel mit sehr freundlichem Personal. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Pool und tollem Ausblick. Neben an wird gebaut, was uns aber nicht gestört hat. Frühstück war gut, aber anstatt 10 verschiedener Kuchen hätte ich mich bei dem Niveau über mehr Brotauswahl gefreut. Es gab 2 verschiedene Sorten „Toastbrot“. Bin aber mehr als satt geworden. Die Lage ist im nirgendwo, aber mit dem Leihwagen ist man recht zugig bei den Highlights. Wer etwas Luxus und Ruhe haben will ist hier bestens aufgehoben.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026