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Althea Etna Garden

Ski bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Deluxe Suite
Property entrance
Front of property
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via Nuova 8, Nicolosi, CT, 95030
  • Place, Via Etnea
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Catania Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Yard
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Yard
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Nicolosi

Althea Etna Garden puts you in the centre of Nicolosi, 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Mount Etna and 14.1 km (8.8 mi) from Via Etnea. Highlights at this ski B&B include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and a ropes course. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 5:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Nicolosi B&B include Bellini Gardens and Catania Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 40 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 43 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 43 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lungomare di Ognina - 43 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Catania Beach - 44 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Catania Acquicella Station - 21 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ducizzi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Baita di Rosemary - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papaveri e Papere - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marialuisa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪bar bonanno - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Althea Etna Garden

Ski bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a ski shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Althea Etna Garden. A complete renovation of Althea Etna Garden was completed in October 2023.

This Nicolosi bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1952
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Althea Etna Garden offers 3 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 0 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Ropes course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski lift privileges

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1952
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • First-run films
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
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, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy.

Property Registration Number IT087031CIA3TOPASP

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.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 June and close on 01 September.

Property is also known as

Althea Etna Garden Nicolosi
Althea Etna Garden Bed & breakfast
Althea Etna Garden Bed & breakfast Nicolosi

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Althea Etna Garden?

The closest beach to Althea Etna Garden is Catania Beach (17.4 km).

Does Althea Etna Garden have a pool?

Althea Etna Garden has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from June 01 to September 01.

What makes Althea Etna Garden a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Althea Etna Garden.

Does Althea Etna Garden serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is served daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Althea Etna Garden?

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 Althea Etna Garden?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Althea Etna Garden Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Manon

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

Sejour en montagne

Accueil sympathique, bien organisé.... Ruben très gentil et accommodant. Grazie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay to explore Etna or do Parkrun. No problems.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerome

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
L emplacement de la chambre L espace extérieur et le calme La facilité pour se garer Le personnel très serviable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

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

Posto incantevole

personale molti professionale, la villa è molto organizzata nei minimi dettagli non manca nulla, dal frigo bar alla macchina da caffe etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niclas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

GUY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accueil. Chambre très agreable avec piscine hors sol et un jardi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025