DonnaCarmela Resort & Lodges

We celebrated a special occasion here with friends, and the whole team made us feel welcome. Everyone was warm, professional, and lovely to deal with. Breakfast each morning was incredible, with a big selection of pastries, cakes, loaves, and tarts, as well as a small menu of hot dishes made to order. Aurora helped plan and coordinate our group’s stay, and Giuseppe at the bar made great drinks and led a fun cocktail masterclass. Some of our group also took the cannoli making class and LOVED it. It’s a great activity for kids. Aurora also arranged a visit to Pietradolce winery on the North side of Etna, owned by the same family as Donna Carmela. The tour and tasting were another highlight of our trip. Highly recommended.

We were there for 6 nights as a family of three, using the resort as a place to unwind and explore the coast around Taormina and Mount Etna. The rooms and resort are beautifully designed, and the atmosphere is great. What really stayed with us was how friendly everyone was. Every staff member we met was kind and helpful. I’d highly recommend it.

We arrived late in the evening, but that was no problem. The kitchen had already closed, so they’d thoughtfully left some cold dishes in our room without us even asking. The hotel has beautiful views, with Mount Etna on one side and the sea on the other. We had a wonderful stay in lovely accommodation, and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

It’s a quiet, sunny place, and the pool was a highlight along with the excellent restaurant for dinner. We also loved the free breakfast every day, the updated chic rooms, and the beautiful property. The staff were lovely, too. You’re not close to a major town or village, but with a car and no problem driving, the location works perfectly. So quaint and lovely!