Sicily Historic Hotel

"Bitterly disappointed with this hotel. On reading the website when booking it advertises sea, relaxation and comfort. However on arrival we were informed the pool, sea swimming and the dive centre were closed all of which open on 1st June as listed under the “services subsection” of the website. At the spa centre again the same story with the sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish bath and steam room all closed. On asking why “just because they are”. Presumably again open on 1st June. The hotel itself is a little tired being a conference / venue hotel that sprawls along the cliff edge. It is not in the centre or near Catania (7kms away) with a poor and sporadic bus service into the actual town. Taxis are available and Ubers can bring you back. The staff are generally very friendly and accommodating. Really there is very little to do outside of the “open / high season” here and we would not recommend this hotel for visiting Catania as the website is misleading in what you actually get. We met other groups and they felt the same with everything being closed. "

"The room was decent enough. I had an issue. My wife forgot to add my child onto the room so we had to pay Double the price for the room which I felt was slightly unfair and unscrupulous. They told us they were fully booked and then when I agreed to pay double price magically a room appeared so apart from the greetings of the Management I think it’s a decent hotel. Good location but sure no match for a Hilton I wouldn’t do it again though. "

"I had a wonderful experience at the hotel! The staff was friendly and attentive, making check-in a breeze. My room was clean and comfortable, with all the necessary amenities. The breakfast was delicious, offering a wide variety of options to start the day right. Additionally, the convenient car park facilities made it easy to explore the area. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for a relaxing stay."

"Great location with very accommodating and friendly staff. Large variety for buffet breakfast with ability to order from the menu. My friend and I stayed for 4 nights. We used their valet parking and the car was always delivered promptly. I didn’t choose the highest level of room available, but the rooms were fine and had a safe for valuables. Great shower. "

"Very nice and clean! Great location too."

"The hotel is nice and the rooms have high ceilings, but it needs a complete refurbishment. No view at all. 2 small windows opening to small row of backyard. The staff were nice. The bed was good and comfortable, and the breakfast was acceptable."

"Room was basic and not new or too clean. Air con didn’t work and area around hotel was not pleasant. Will not recommend "

"I don’t think it’s worth the money. People who aren’t guests take up the facilities, lack of service in the “bars”, no light lunch menu or pool service. Room turn down doesn’t take place until after 4pm often conflicting with the time you want to return to your room for the day. Breakfast is very good and staff are friendly but seem overstretched. Doesn’t live up to what it advertises I’m afraid. Would stay somewhere else."

"No notes - best views, impeccable service, spotless rooms, incredible breakfast. We had the best stay and highly recommend."