Monaci delle Terre Nere

Perched on the slopes of Mount Etna in Zafferana Etnea, inside a protected national park with sweeping views toward the Mediterranean. A true base for volcano lovers — close to Mount Etna, Timpa Natural Reserve, Adventure Park Etna, Butterfly House and the Etna Park Visitor Center, and about 24 miles from Fontanarossa Airport.

A stylish, sustainable luxury estate built around an 18th‑century villa, with boutique rooms, suites and villas set among orchards, terraced vineyards and gardens. Rooms are individually designed and often include private furnished patios, minibars, MP3 docking and rainfall showers with designer toiletries. Edgy eco-chic vibes that work for couples, families and friends — and yes, it’s pet-friendly.

Pamper-mode is on: onsite spa and massages, a scenic outdoor pool with poolside bar, plus a cocktail bar for late-night sipping. The estate arranges Etna wine tastings, Sicilian cooking classes, horseback riding, yoga, private boat trips and even helicopter excursions from the helipad. Complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, gift shop/newsstand, and free self-parking. Note: some facilities (including the pool, bars and dining venues) close seasonally from late November to mid-March.

24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, luggage storage and safe-deposit box. Dry cleaning and laundry services, and meeting/conference facilities (seasonal closures apply). Complimentary wireless internet keeps work moving.

Two on-site dining options include Locanda Nerello for creative Sicilian cuisine and a casual poolside restaurant, plus the Convivium Bar for imaginative Sicilian cocktails. The hotel champions slow food and farm-to-table flavors — many ingredients are grown on the estate or sourced locally. A complimentary local-cuisine breakfast is served daily (room service available during limited hours).