A family-friendly stay in Ragalna awaits you at Villa Dorata. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Etna Cable Car. Highlights at this ski guest house include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Enjoy the ski-in/ski-out access along with access to bike hire and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this Ragalna guest house, you'll be 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Mount Etna.
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 kilometres 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 guest house.
8 guestrooms or units
Buffet breakfast (free)
Deli
Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
Childcare (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are 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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
This Ragalna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 kilometres
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 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
Family friendly
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace
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
In-room accessibility
No lift
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
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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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 lb 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.
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.
On-site 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 aged 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Villa Dorata?
Villa Dorata offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Dorata?
As of 26 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Dorata on 3 June 2024 start from AU$190.24, including 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.
Is parking available at Villa Dorata?
Yep, Villa Dorata has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Villa Dorata?
The closest beach to Villa Dorata is Spiaggia di Manganello (15.5 km).
Is Villa Dorata family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Dorata is a hit with families.
Does Villa Dorata serve breakfast?
Yeah, free buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Dorata?
No, Villa Dorata does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Dorata?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Villa Dorata's onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Dorata?
Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Villa Dorata Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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.
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.
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.
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.