Hotel Villa Sonia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to the convention centre, near Corso Umberto

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Located near Corso Umberto and Taormina Cable Car, Hotel Villa Sonia offers a warm welcome with its free breakfast buffet, poolside bar, and rooftop terrace. Enjoy local cuisine at Ristorante Parco Reale or unwind by the garden while your little ones have fun in the children's pool.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free area shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Poolside perfection
A seasonal outdoor pool beckons with loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar. This hotel also offers a hot tub and a separate children's pool.
Local gastronomy
The restaurant offers local and Italian cuisine with al fresco garden-view dining. A cafe, bar, and free buffet breakfast enhance the experience.
Deep sleep delights
Cosy dressing gowns and blackout drapes create a tranquil sleep environment. The minibar offers refreshments in rooms with curated, individual decor.

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Panoramic Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Classic Room (con balcone e Vista Etna)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Via Porta Mola 9, Taormina, Castelmola, ME, 98030

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Church of San Domenico - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Porta di Catania - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 76 min drive
  • Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 142 min drive
  • Alcantara Station - 15 min drive
  • Calatabiano Station - 19 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 19 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L'Arco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casa Niclodi - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hotel Villa Sonia

Hotel Villa Sonia features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Corso Umberto and Taormina Cable Car. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Ristorante Parco Reale, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar, a sauna and a children's pool are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered on-site self-parking (EUR 7 per night)
    • Covered on-site valet parking (EUR 7 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Train station shuttle*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Off-site

    • Free area shuttle
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping centre shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Free local shuttle
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Scooter/moped hire
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Garden
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Ristorante Parco Reale – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
La Caverna Wine Bar – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle and train station pick-up services are offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 30

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 45.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs EUR 7 per night
  • Covered valet parking costs EUR 7 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT083015A12EHY6PHG
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Hotel Villa Sonia
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia
Villa Sonia Castelmola
Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola, Sicily, Italy
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel
Hotel Villa Sonia Castelmola
Hotel Villa Sonia Hotel Castelmola

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Villa Sonia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Villa Sonia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 7 per night. Valet parking costs EUR 7 per night. Electric car charging is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villa Sonia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Hotel Villa Sonia and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and horse riding, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes cave exploring. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Villa Sonia?

Yes, Ristorante Parco Reale offers al fresco dining, local cuisine and garden views.

Does Hotel Villa Sonia have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a garden.

What's the area around Hotel Villa Sonia like?

Hotel Villa Sonia is a short 17-minute walk from Monte Tauro and 15 minutes' walk from Sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca.

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Reviews

Hotel Villa Sonia Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good, with a great selection of fresh food and pastries. (14 reviews)
  • The pool area was a nice touch, great for relaxation after a long day. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect, and the staff is amazing.
Andreea, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful views nice large spacious room very friendly
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff, wonderful beds, large rooms, amazing views from balcony. Great breakfast. Shuttle service into Taormina a big plus. Really happy to have stayed here.
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful place to stay!
Barbara, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so very helpful - before and during our stay. They were very hard working too. The hotel is quaint and comfortable and our rooms had absolutely stunning views of Mount Etna! I would highly recommend this hotel!
Maureen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable
Attila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nice view and nice staffs
Mehran, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location. Comfortable room and great breakfast.
Leonie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

A nice hotel close to the town. A bit of a hike to Taormina!
Christopher, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was just beautiful, the staff really helpfull, the room was comfortable
Louise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with supreme location Maybe a bit “outdated” Breakfast was very basic
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay! The Etna views from our room and the hotel in general were amazing. Really helpful staff and easy to get into Taormina. Short stroll up the hill and you’re in Castelmola which is also a beautiful little town. Would definitely recommend staying.
Emily, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and quaint! Beautiful views, the pool Is amazing!
Jamie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breath taking experience.

Most wonderful experience we were treated to an upgraded room to celebrate our 40 years of marriage. We highly suggest adding this breath taking experience the most perfect stay
Marvin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location and good view with good service
Kiichiro, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

High up a mountain with crazy roads. We reserved a lesser room by mistake. The other units with a view looked spectacular! Good breakfast and great pool.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. 15mins drive out from Taormina centre but there are bus once an hour.
Sarah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views and really friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for you. The facilities are a little dated in places but didn’t detract from the stay. Highly recommend
Simeon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view in fairytale hotel on the side of the mountain overlooking the sea and mountains!
Margot, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms and hotel were beautiful!!
rhonda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff in this facility were very nice and helpful. In particular Davide on the reception desk was very helpful, respectful and nice. The only issue I had with this facility is the parking was a little bit difficult because of the nature of the area which was very hilly.
Maher, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Villa Sonia - July 2025

Great stay. Good location. Amazing views. Lovely pool, sunbeds and poolside bar. Room comfortable and good size. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast good but not great, but Sadly couldn’t sit on terrace due to prolific wasp population!
9-night trip

8/10 Very good

A lovely hotel a bit of the way up the hill from Taormina. If you are a scaredy cat driver then this is not the place for you. L
Karen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great historical location. Friendly staff, Francesco is very knowledgeable in local history.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Hotel

Lovely place perfectly positioned to explore Taormina , Etna and Messina . Breakfasts were excellent, lovely pool and staff incredibly helpful
View from the bedroom balcony
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Judith, 5-night trip