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Hotel Santa Tecla Palace

4.0 star property
Hotel in Acireale with 4 restaurants and a rooftop terrace

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Outdoor pool
Hallway
Sundeck
Exterior
Aerial view
The rooftop terrace and poolside bar at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace offer a perfect retreat, blending comfort with nature. Guests can enjoy massages, spa treatments, and local cuisine at the four on-site restaurants. Previous visitors consistently praise their stay experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Room options

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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Balcony view

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Via Balestrate, 100, Santa Tecla, Acireale, CT, 95024

What's nearby

  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Acireale Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Piazza San Domenico - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lungomare di Ognina - 15 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 11 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Kennedy - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sketch Caffumetteria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nevaroli Condorelli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Santa Tecla Palace Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cartabianca - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace

Upscale hotel
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, and local cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 173 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Cribs/infant beds, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Il Giardino
  • Il Moresco
  • Il Pontile
  • La Rada

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 20 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT087004A1DSMA7SGR

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace Acireale
Hotel Santa Tecla Palace
Santa Tecla Palace Acireale
Santa Tecla Palace
Santa Tecla Palace Hotel
Hotel Santa Tecla Palace Hotel
Hotel Santa Tecla Palace Acireale
Hotel Santa Tecla Palace Hotel Acireale

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Santa Tecla Palace have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Santa Tecla Palace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel Santa Tecla Palace provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Santa Tecla Palace located?

Situated in Acireale, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Timpa Natural Reserve. Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi and Acireale Cathedral are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 282 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

The location and the hositality
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Generous space. Awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace. The facilities were excellent - beautiful infinity pool overlooking the sea, just like the photos. Plenty of sunbeds to relax in. Easy access to swim in the sea from the hotel, with lifeguards on duty. Delicious food at all the restaurants. There isn't much to do in the immediate surrounding area - we walked into the nearest town one evening but we decided that the bars and restaurants on offer at the hotel were much nicer. This was perfect for us as we had intended our short trip to be a relaxing one based in the hotel, but for anyone hoping to explore Sicily a bit more I'd recommend renting a car, as taxis can be expensive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

saliha

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Formidable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful hotels I have stayed in for a long time. Very clean and a extremely helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sebastiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location by the sea
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do yourself a huge favour and use this hotel for numerous day trip. Then relaxin the ocean front restaurant of an evening. Excellent staff and food
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

GORAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
we stayed 5 nights. Although it seems that the hotel is not full, the receptionist refused to give us an upgrade to see view room. Room was comfortable, but bed is not very comfortable. On the contrary to the reception, the staff in the bar and on the terrace with the pool was very friendly and helpful, especially the life guard boy(I don't know his name) who gave us many tips of local interest, where to eat as a local, what is worth visiting, where to shop... If you plan to stay there you need a car to explore the area from Taormina to Catania, and further south to Syracusa, Notto...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Antti

Liked: Staff & service
Nice breakfast with spectacular views. Big swimming pool is complemented by access to the sea. In the weekend the pool gets crowded and loud. Good options for dining within walking disctance
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catia Anyena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Santa Tecla Palace Hotel is a magic place not only for the position and the sea but above all for the people who work there. Rosy, Marianna, Emanuele ,just to mention few of them ,together with all the staff made our 10 days holiday special , comfortable and magic. The attention and care for the Guests is one of the highest I’ve ever experienced. From the reception to the room cleaning service to the Meals service, everything is perfectly done with a great and excellent care for the Guests. Thank you so much and Looking forward to come back for another magic holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Tidy, afordable, but little to do near the property. No gym, No irons in rooms and limited ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martina

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

Nice enough hotel, but surrounding area not sonice

Hotel was lovely... pool area was fab with plenty of sunbeds for everyone. Plenty of free car parking. Restaurants were good but they lacked air con as did main hotel areas. Eating outside in 38degrees at night wasnt pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good Sea front Hotel

The hotel is sourrunded by a natural reserve. The settings are stunning. The hotel communal areas are beautiful and well cared for. The rooms are somewhat dated but still very good. choose a seaview room if you can. Staff was very friendly. Huge swimming pool. Access to the sea via a gangway, just hidillic. Lot's of fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff went out of there way for our late arrival, even told the kitchen to stay open so we could dine in the outside restaurant. Property is well maintained, clean and updated. Great place for the price and only 45 minutes to Mt Etna. Wish we could have stayed longer. Only negative was mattress was very hard, I like a firm mattress but not solid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Santa Tecla Acireale- Looks nice but is a letdown!

Cons: Not centrally located. No ameneties in the area. Quite a drive from catania....; Expensive; Hidden charges- they charge for everyting including plain water; Basic service and decor. Hotel needs a good upgrade; No access to beach! Pool closes at 1900!; Pros: Good parking area; Free wifi. Definately wouldn't recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Oliver

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

Nice hotel - nice room, amazing pool area

This was my first stay at the hotel. We were overall happy with our stay. The room was spacious and clean with a nice view, despite being located in the southern wing. AC worked well. Ample parking space which is valuable as well. The highlight of the hotel is the (salt water) pool area which is stunning and spacious with sun from morning to evening. The hotel also offers easy access to the sea if you prefer that, with rental SUPs etc. The restaurant serves really great food - pricey for the area, but reasonable given that’s it’s a hotel restaurant. Great service and generous portions. On the negative side: the hotel has no concierge which surprised me, and when I asked for help booking tickets to an event I received none. The sunbeds are plastic: uncomfortable and poor looking. Would be nice to see them acquire new sun beds would elevate the overall experience. The cushions/bedpillows were flat and hard - it’s an Italian thing, not worse or better than most hotels. But would love if the reception could offer other types of pillows. All in all a very good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Oliver

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

Nice hotel - nice room, amazing pool area

This was my first stay at the hotel. We were overall happy with our stay. The room was spacious and clean with a nice view, despite being located in the southern wing. AC worked well. Ample parking space which is valuable as well. The highlight of the hotel is the (salt water) pool area which is stunning and spacious with sun from morning to evening. The hotel also offers easy access to the sea if you prefer that, with rental SUPs etc. The restaurant serves really great food - very pricey for the area, but reasonable given that’s it’s a hotel restaurant. Great service and generous portions. On the negative side: the hotel has no concierge which surprised me, and when I asked for help booking tickets I was offered none other than a website name. The sunbeds are plastic, uncomfortable and poor looking. Would be nice to see them acquire new sun beds would elevate the overall experience. The cushions/bedpillows in our room were flat and hard - it’s an Italian thing, not worse or better than most hotels. But would love if the reception could offer other types of pillows. Might be that they do, didn’t ask, but wasn’t marketed either in the room information. All in all a very good experience - looking forward to go back for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great if you have a car. The staff is friendly. Especially the young couple at the pool, but one guy was so rood that we didn’t feel welcomed. The hotel was filled with local people not living in the hotel in the weekends this changed the standard of the clients. At breakfast we had to stand in line for a long time to get coffee but the the view was great. We complained about an animal on our rooftop waking us up in the morning at 6:30. It was a big one size of a dog and no one took us seriously. We have visited the place 3 times and stayed two weeks, this time the price was double up. It’s a pity as the hotel was almost empty with better prices the hotel could be full. The restaurant is really good but the system with some staff that can take orders and some not makes it slow. They are all kind I have to underline. The hotel shows signs of not being maintained for a long time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel bellissimo con piscina sul mare. Possibilità di rimanere in piscina l’indomani. Personale gentilissimo. Colazione a buffet improponibile, 25€ illegale!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Piscina top! Camera ampia e pulita, personale cordiale e professionale. Unica pecca la doccia..pressione e temperatura dell’acqua un po’ instabile.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Camera pulita, personale cortese. Piscina bellissima.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima struttura anche se datata , stupenda piscina di acqua salata.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OTTIMA STRUTTURA - OTTIMO RISTORANTE
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enzo Da Silva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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