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Villa Gaia Hotel

4.0 star property
Private beach and hot tub, near Church of Purgatory

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room | Living area
Point of interest
Garden
Panoramic Suite, Sea View | Balcony

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via Maestro Vincenzo Pintorno 101, Cefalù, PA, 90015
  • Cefalu Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cefalu Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Rocca of Cefalu
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Superior Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

Classic Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Balcony, Garden View | View from room

Suite, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony, Sea View

Superior Room, Balcony, Sea View

Superior Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | View from room

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Living area

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Day bed
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Sea View

Panoramic Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the area

Cefalù

Villa Gaia Hotel puts you in the heart of Cefalù, connected to a shopping centre and within a 20-minute stroll of Church of Purgatory and Cefalu Cathedral. Highlights at this beach hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LED TVs. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the nearby private beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Cefalù hotel include Cefalu Beach and Temple of Diana.

What's nearby

  • Cefalu Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Church of Purgatory - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Temple of Diana - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rocca of Cefalu - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Cefalù Station - 8 min walk
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante al Gabbiano - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Emme Cafè - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Foodda - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Ragno D'oro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lido Peter Pan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Villa Gaia Hotel

Private beach and hot tub, near Church of Purgatory
A private beach is featured. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A hot tub, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Villa Gaia Hotel. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cefalù hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Villa Gaia Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 6 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 6 for adults and from EUR 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 130 per vehicle

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Eurocard.

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.
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Villa Gaia
Villa Gaia Cefalu
Villa Gaia Hotel
Villa Gaia Hotel Cefalu
Villa Gaia Hotel Cefalu, Sicily
Villa Gaia Hotel Cefalu
Villa Gaia Hotel Hotel
Villa Gaia Hotel Cefalù
Villa Gaia Hotel Hotel Cefalù

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Gaia Hotel?

Villa Gaia Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Villa Gaia Hotel?

Yep, Villa Gaia Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Gaia Hotel?

Yep, Villa Gaia Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Cefalu Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

What makes Villa Gaia Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Gaia Hotel.

Does Villa Gaia Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Gaia Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Gaia Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Gaia Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Villa Gaia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 139 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Neville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Loud music in the bar opposite. The staff at the hotel were great as is the hotel. However, if you want to sleep before 2 am, forget it. So annoyed with this and the incessant drum beat club music that penetrates the hotel room that we were in. Wont be going baçk. There is no pool in the hotel although there is free access to a Lido 100 metres away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ying Kit

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is no coffee or tea, neither is there any drinking water nor a boiler, the only way to get drinking water is to purchase through reception which is ridiculous. Considering it as a 4-star hotel it is quite old, a light switch is broken and wires inside are uncovered. The sink is also cracked open posing a danger. Air conditioning is very weak and not cool at all. Definitely not worth the price, avoid at all costs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our needs and super convenient location! Staff is super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nea

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

Great stay

The staff are excellent, very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great with a variety of different foods to choose from. My only complaint I have is the uncomfortable bed, the mattress is extremely hard. I will definitely recommend staying here.
Sunrise view from the balcony of my hotel room
Beach across the street from hotel
Beach across the street from hotel
View of the city at night
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
No electric outlet in the room. Plenty of USB port for the phones
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

tong

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

faina, wheeling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I want to point out: there are no swimming pool nor hot tub. It was important for me. On another hand, the location is perfect. Short walk from the train station. Mostly, flat. Big grocery store within 600 metras. You can have your breakfast on a terrace, looking on a blue water of the sea. Breakfast very fulfilling.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice family run hotel in a great location. Close for walking to old town in 15 minutes. We had a large room with private balcony and partial ocean view. Easy to park in their large lot. You get free beach chairs and towels included at a very nice beach across the street and use of the swimming pool at a neighboring hotel. The breakfast buffet was wonderful with all sorts of options including three kinds of eggs, cereals, yogurts, cheeses, meats, juices, croissants, etc, etc A great place for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise, Bennington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location right by the water. Friendly & helpful staff making sure you have all you need. Delicious breakfast served in or out on the terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

KRISTOFER

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pros: across from beach with reserved sunbeds, walking distance to city center, good breakfast. Cons: rundown rooms: shower rusty, ants in room, broken blow dryer, poorly maintained air conditioner. Amenities not as depicted: no hot tub and no nearby pool as shown. Poor experience: I had 2 rooms rundown as described above. AC was not functioning in one room and flooded in the other room. Staff did address issues. Also there is a cafe/bar that has very loud music playing until 1:00 am which made sleep difficult. NOT FOUR STAR establishment in my opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness
Free parking!!! Great location!!! Run down hotel, lacking good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman who waters the garden is the kindest, most beautiful soul. Seeing her smile everyday just made that day. Nice location too..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t believe the reviews on this converted communal home that transformed itself into a Hotel. I have been traveling to Italy for 20 years and this is the first time the reviews let me down. This is NOT a hotel please don’t be fooled by the label.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marsha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy check in. Best parking during our 10 days in Sicily. Good access to beach and historic center
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Broadview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, breakfast was great, room was nice and comfortable ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well located hotel, near the beach where you have free access to chairs and parasols. Swimming pool by the sea a five-minute walk away. Bord walk to get to the very beautiful old town. Very good breakfast with freshly squeezed orange juice. Basic room, very narrow bed and mattress too firm. Smashed patio chairs! suggestion: Offer a free bottle of water
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, with access to private beach a huge plus
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, service, location, very walkable to all sites and beaches. Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Parking was easy, in an overgrown lot next to the hotel. Breakfast was good and caffè great. The rooms are a bit dated and worn down. Meets 3 star expectations though. Not a luxury property but a 15-minute walk from the downtown area and very accessible to the beach. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is by the beach. They provide umbrellas and the beach is great. You have a gourgeous view of the town and swim and sit on a sandy beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Highly recommend!

Great experience, and they recommended an amazing place to have dinner in the old town. Was such a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022