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Donna Carmela

4.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with a fitness center and spa services

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Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15.00 per person)
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Escape to the rural haven of Donna Carmela, where you can unwind by the poolside bar or indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments. Enjoy a delicious meal at La Cucina di DonnaCarmela, explore the beautiful garden and playground, or relax with a book from the library.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Grand Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Grand Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private rooftop hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
3 bedrooms
  • 95 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Bidet
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (2 pax)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Romantic Chalet, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Romantic Chalet, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Exclusive Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Exclusive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Traditional Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2018
Separate bedroom
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Riposto, Donna Carmela is in a rural area. Via Etnea is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Etna and Giardini Naxos Beach. Adventure Park Etna and Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010

What's nearby

  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Porto dell' Etna - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Acireale Cathedral - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Spiaggia di Fondachello - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 2 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Conchiglia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fratelli Patanè - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DonnaCarmela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Russo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ice - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Donna Carmela

Upscale boutique hotel in a rural location, remodeled in 2018
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Donna Carmela. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body scrub. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, La Cucina di DonnaCarmela, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • An elevator, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Donna Carmela include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries, bidets, and tubs or showers
  • 45-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Cucina di DonnaCarmela

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • 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)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - March 2018
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and litter boxes 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

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. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person

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
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

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
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Donna Carmela Hotel Riposto
Donna Carmela Hotel
Donna Carmela Hotel Riposto
Donna Carmela Riposto
Hotel Donna Carmela Riposto
Riposto Donna Carmela Hotel
Donna Carmela Hotel
Hotel Donna Carmela
Donna Carmela Hotel
Donna Carmela Riposto
Donna Carmela Hotel Riposto

Frequently asked questions

Does Donna Carmela have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Donna Carmela pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. A cleaning fee of EUR 35 also applies.

How much is parking at Donna Carmela?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Donna Carmela?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Donna Carmela?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Donna Carmela located?

Situated in a rural location, this boutique hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ionian Sea and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Timpa Natural Reserve. Torre Archirafi Beach and Riposto Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). Carruba Station is 24 minutes by foot and Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station is 26 minutes.

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