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Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel

3.0 star property
Countryside retreat offers spectacular views from the rooftop terrace, with a perfect balance of natural serenity and active adventures on nearby cycling trails

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Antico Borgo blends rural charm with modern comforts. Enjoy rooftop views, quiet moments in the garden or library, and free WiFi. This well-kept property is perfect for exploring local cycling routes through the countryside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Calatabiano, Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel is in a rural area and near a train station. While the natural beauty of Giardini Naxos Beach and Mount Etna can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Taormina Cable Car. Villa Comunale Garden and Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, rock climbing, and cave exploring. Visit our Calatabiano travel guide
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Via Calatabiano Pasteria, 8, Calatabiano, CT, 95011

What's nearby

  • Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily. All around the city there are beatiful balconies, often decorated with flower pots. This is Corso Umberto, the main street of the city.
    Corso Umberto
    4 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • funivia cable car connecting taormina sicliy with lido di mazzaro italy; Shutterstock ID 4332784; Purchase Order: -
    Taormina Cable Car
    9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Greek Theatre
    Greek Theatre
    10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Giardini Naxos Beach
    8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Norman Castle of Calatabiano
    8 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Calatabiano Station
    1 min walk
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casa del Massaro Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Olympus Café
    8 min drive
  • Area Servizio Calatabiano
    9 min drive
  • caffè nuovo 2
    6 min drive
  • Calypso Bar
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM and 8:00 PM - midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests are required to contact this property by WhatsApp 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.
Covered Motorcycle parking is available

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 5 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, 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 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 7.0 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 2.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 7.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this country house allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM–8:00 PM, and from 8:00 PM–midnight.

What time is check-out at Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one way fee applies.

Where is Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel located?

Situated in a regional park, this country house is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Norman Castle of Calatabiano and within 3 mi (5 km) of San Marco Beach and Torre Rossa. Ionian Sea and Greek Ruins are also within 3 mi (5 km). Calatabiano Station is only a 1-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Antico Borgo Etneo Country Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most lovely stay at Antico Borgo Etneo. Conveniently located 5 minutes from the train station, the property is gorgeous, our room was very clean and relatively cool considering we were in the middle of a heat wave. Great hospitality and a scrumptious breakfast (we’ll be thinking about that lemon chiffon cake for ages). We would stay again the next time in Calatabiano. Grazie a tutti!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stay at Antico Borgo ant it was awesome. Rooms are clean very well maintained with great restaurant and plenty of space to walk around. Great views on Etna and sea from terrace. We received excellent host service from Francesca. She is very friendly and will help you with any request. Thank you Francesca!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super staff!

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It felt like we were staying as a guest at someones home. The best part of this stay was the staff. Franchesca was a true pleasure. She made sure our stay was perfect and was always working day and night to make sure everyone was happy. Her mother Giusy was wonderful as well. She ran the breakfast in the mornings and helped out with guests as well. Was a great experience from staying at a regular hotel. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ji hyun

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

Peaceful countryside getaway with great views

Nice place to stay if you are travelling near Catania. It is located between Catania and Taormina (both ~30 mins drive), so it was convenient for us to explore both. Limited dining options in the area and we have been told the on-site dinner is only available on Sunday and Monday. For us, we drove to Taormina for dinner which was lovely. The room was clean and in good condition. The extra heater was very useful as the weather was a bit cold. Basic amenities such as room slippers, shampoo, body wash and water are provided. The breakfast was more than enough with wide choice of bread, cheese, ham, eggs and fruits. The dining room had abundance of history as well. Overall the place was very quite and peaceful - we were not bothered by the noise from the roads like the other reviews. However on the night we stayed, the owner of the place had a mini party on the terrace until midnight with music. The building isn’t soundproof so we could hear the drum, the footsteps, etc. But everything went radio silent once it was over.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's perfectly located between Taormina and Etna surroundings to spend some days around the area. Anyway, the best part of the place are the hosts and the breakfast. Francesca was the kindest person we found around Sicily and made us feel super comfortable. THANK YOU!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolles Anwesen. Nettes Personal. Tolles Frühstück
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nästan som att bo i ett kloster men det är en tidigare vingård, numera citrus och olivodling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caroline

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

Allez y les yeux fermés.

Tout a été parfait. Francesca a été notre pilier de notre séjour. Adorable, d'une gentillesse hors norme. Merci à elle pour son aide du early checkin à la commande de la pizza. Petit dej très bien, chambre grande et confortable. une vue sur l'Etna superbe. Le vin blanc dans la chambre super bon. Une maison agréable. Nous sommes restés une nuit de plus du coup :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ISABELLE

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

Fantastique

Sejour fantastique. Accueil chaleureux une adresse à retenir et à recommander !!!.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es una agroturistica, muy agradable. Buen desayuno y ambiente natural. Limpieza y servicios en la habitacion, perfectos.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stupenda struttura vicino a Taormina

Bellissima struttura immersa nel verde tra agavi, olivi secolari e un giardino ben curato. È la seconda volta che pernotto in questo stupendo complesso è lo consiglio a tutti.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property with very kind and helpful staff. Location perfect for visiting Etna, Taormina and other attractions, close to the very nice beach. Rooms are nice and comfortable, just rooms have a bit thin walls, but overall we would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amore

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

iacevolesoggiorno

Personale sorridente e disponibile, camere confortevoli e pulite, dotate di buoni dispositivi. Buona anche la varietà dei cibi a colazione. Esperienza breve ma molto piacevole.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pour un paiement c’est compliqué car j’ai déjà réglé le 6 juin 2019. La secrétaire a été débordé ...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcella

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

Fantastico

Bellissimo! Un angolo incantato! Immerso in una splendida vegetazione antico casale ristrutturato con gusto. Camere confortevoli; noi siamo in 4 e la camera era in realtà composta da 2 stanze, ciascuna dotata di condizionatore. Ottima biancheria, tutto molto pulito e curato nei dettagli. La signora che ci ha accolto gentilissima. Colazione deliziosa: ho gradito soprattutto la frutta fresca a volontà e torte e marmellate fatte in casa! Peccato solo per il rumore dell'autostrada vicina. Lo consiglio vivamente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

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

Good Stay

Hotel was simple. We were under the impression that there would be dinner each night, but it's only available on the weekends. The room was very clean and simple. The breakfast was delicious! Fresh, homemade croissants each morning! The only downside was the the dark driveway. Coming back late at night involved unlocking/locking the gate, parking and then walking up to the rooms. It made me a bit nervous (and I'm a NYer) with how dark the property was at night. This was not a dealbreaker, but something to think about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2달 전 이미 주문한 seaview, comfort 더블룸을 주문하고 지불했음에도 불구하고 오후 3시에 도착하니 방이 없다고 딱 잡아 떼고 그것에 대해 다른 대책없었다.농장을 체험하고 친절한 프론트였지만 근본적인 것에 대한 잘 하지 못했다.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing building. Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely restaurant. Fairly close to Taormina which is a must visit. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thea

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

Sfeervolle en centraal gelegen agriturismo

Goede uitvalsbasis voor het verkennen van de oostkust van Sicilië (Syracuse, de Etna, Taormina etc.). Een rustig (kiezel)strand op 7 minuten rijden. Dorpjes met supermarkt etc dichtbij. Er komt wel een trein langs maar ik vond dat zelf niet storend. Relaxte sfeer, ontzettend vriendelijke en betrokken eigenaresse en medewerkers. Ruime en sfeervolle kamers. Heerlijk ontbijt. Het eten in het restaurant (open in het weekend en bij gelegenheid) is superlekker. Echt een aanrader voor wie rust wil combineren met cultuur en strand.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

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

Clean, great view but not sea view

The place is beautiful and in a beautiful location. The breakfast is good. Unfortunately, our room was right at the entrance so everyone passed back and forth and it was noisy. Also, wi-fi didn't work in the room, only near reception area. And of course sea view is only from the rooms at the top floor of the main building but not any other room. The owner seemed totally indifferent to the fact that our room stated "sea view".
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIOS

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Don't miss it! Strongly recommend it!

Fantastic place! Wonderful hotel (main building is dated from 1.850 approx!). Great garden with nice view and amazing breakfast and dinner hall. Roon was spacious and had everything, a/c worked perfectly, breakfast was really good. The only downfall is the distance from Taormina (approx. 15') by car, but when I get back I will definitely book again. Thank you Azzurra (our host) for your hospitality, suggestions and kindness. Looking forward to seeing you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

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

Wonderful location and accommodations.

The owner Maria and the staff Juicy were outstanding. Maria wanted to make sure all of our accommodations were outstanding from the location and the comfort of the room to the meals served, The breakfast was great using local fruit and other products. The view of Mt. Etna was great each day..Highly recommend them.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice and charming hotel in the country site.

Very nice and charming hotel in the country site and the room was very comfortable. A little far from restaurants. Fine view to Etna :-).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eusebio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect and the staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017