Althea Etna Garden

Ski B&B near Mount Etna

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Exterior
Deluxe Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Front of property
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Via Nuova 8, Nicolosi, CT, 95030
  • Via Etnea
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Catania Cathedral
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Etna Cable Car
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Nicolosi

Near the slopes.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Nicolosi B&B, you'll find Mount Etna and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sciara. Also, Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mother Church of San Nicola is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 17 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Catania Cathedral - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Etna Cable Car - 25 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Catania Beach - 50 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Catania Acquicella Station - 21 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anima e Cozze - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rosemary's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafè Elite Ciemme SNC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Club Decò - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Scorzonera - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Althea Etna Garden

Ski B&B near Mount Etna
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a ski shuttle, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Althea Etna Garden. A complete renovation of Althea Etna Garden was completed in October 2023.

This Nicolosi bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1952
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Althea Etna Garden offers 3 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, and pay movies. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Ropes course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski lift privileges

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 1.00 per person, per night

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy.

Property Registration Number IT087031CIA3TOPASP

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 June 01 and close September 01.

Property is also known as

Althea Etna Garden Nicolosi
Althea Etna Garden Bed & breakfast
Althea Etna Garden Bed & breakfast Nicolosi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Althea Etna Garden to the airport?

Althea Etna Garden is 18 mi (49-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Althea Etna Garden?

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Althea Etna Garden on May 25, 2025 start from $75.49, 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 Althea Etna Garden have an airport shuttle?

Althea Etna Garden offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of EUR 45 per room, one-way.

How close is Althea Etna Garden to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 19.2 mi (50-min drive) from Catania Beach and 10.8 mi (44-min drive) from Cyclops Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Althea Etna Garden offer free breakfast?

Althea Etna Garden offers free buffet breakfast every day from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Althea Etna Garden?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Althea Etna Garden?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Althea Etna Garden?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Althea Etna Garden have a pool?

Althea Etna Garden features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Althea Etna Garden have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Althea Etna Garden to downtown Nicolosi?

Althea Etna Garden is 0.2 mi away from Nicolosi.

Althea Etna Garden Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay to explore Etna or do Parkrun. No problems.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024