“This luxury wine resort occupies a renovated country estate at the foot of Mount Etna. Rooms blend modern and classic interior design; the best have an exquisite four-poster bed. All rooms offer views of the vineyard and black tiled floors made from volcanic lava. Relax by the pool; a stylish stay.”

Hotel review

The Firriato wine resorts are unrivalled in their simple yet elegant approach to Sicilian hospitality. Located on an ancient palmento, with breathtaking views of Mount Etna, Cavanera Etnea Resort still operates a vineyard and wine press, offering guests an authentic Sicilian wine experience. Rooms at the resort are chic and unfussy; the black volcanic tiles are a wonderful touch, bringing the beautiful natural setting inside. At 10 rooms the resort feels intimate; the hotel's vineyard cocoons the main building and the large outdoor pool, adding a secluded feel to the grounds. Guests can also benefit from the use of nearby Shalai hotel's spa during their stay. The hotel's wine-related programme is, of course, one of the highlights of the resort; guests can choose between tours of the vineyard, a trip to the winery and a wine tasting. The hotel's wine bar offers an endless selection of fine wines, making this hotel a wine lover's paradise. While there is no on-site restaurant, the attentive staff will be happy to provide restaurant recommendations. A charming escape to the country.

HG Staff
HG Staff Review published: 07/03/2024

Recommended for

  • Total relaxation

    • With an endless selection of wine, a pool and the surrounding Sicilian countryside, this hotel offers total relaxation
  • Country Escape

    • Located on a country estate with a vineyard at the foot of Mount Etna, this hotel is a glorious country retreat
  • Romantic Break

    • Couples love the hotel's chic wine bar and the enormous outdoor pool
  • Great walks

    • Explore the beautiful natural setting of the hotel on a long walk; enquire at the hotel for recommended routes
  • Golf

    • Practice your swing with an afternoon at the Il Picciolo Golf Club, located close to the resort
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a wine tasting at the hotel's own wine bar, with labels from the hotel's own vineyard
  • Restaurant

    • La Riserva Bistrot serves traditional Sicilian dishes with a modern twist
  • Pet friendly

    • No extra charges
  • Charming

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Child friendly

  • Hills & mountains

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Intimate

  • Disabled access

  • Traditional

  • Luxury

Facilities

  • Rooms

    10 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    La Riserva Bistrot serves traditional Sicilian dishes with a modern twist
  • Pet friendly

    No extra charges
  • Bath robes

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Views

  • Safe

  • Bar

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Room service

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Disabled access

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Explore the beautiful natural setting of the hotel on a long walk; enquire at the hotel for recommended routes
  • Golf

    • Practice your swing with an afternoon at the Il Picciolo Golf Club, located close to the resort
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a wine tasting at the hotel's own wine bar, with labels from the hotel's own vineyard

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