Villa Ortensia in Aci Castello, Sicily

Villa Ortensia offers uniquely decorated rooms with a TV and private bathroom, each opening onto a balcony or terrace. Guests staying in the Standard Triple Room with Sea View can see both the Mediterranean and Mount Etna from their veranda. The property provides air-conditioned rooms, including wheelchair-accessible accommodations and rooms with emergency cord in bathroom.

A daily breakfast is served in the garden and includes organic ingredients, fresh fruits, and freshly baked croissants. Guests who need to leave before breakfast hours receive a packed breakfast laid out in the shared kitchen the night before. The hotel also offers breakfast in the room, special diet menus, and complimentary wine or champagne upon request.

Complimentary bicycles are available for guests to explore the surrounding area, including the nearby Norman Castle of Aci Castello. The hotel offers unique spa services such as massages in a peaceful setting, plus a solarium and sun umbrellas on the beachfront. Free WiFi, free parking, and a shuttle service to Catania Fontanarossa Airport are provided, along with car hire and public transport tickets.

Villa Ortensia is located 1.5 km from the center of Aci Castello and 7.5 km from Catania city center, directly across from the beach in a gated community. Mount Etna is a 40-minute drive away, and the hotel offers organized local excursions and bike tours. Water activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling are available nearby, with outdoor dining areas featuring beach cabanas and loungers.

The hotel provides board games and puzzles for children, plus kids' outdoor play equipment in the garden. Families can book Triple Rooms with Balcony or Standard Triple Rooms with Sea View, all with private bathrooms and wheelchair-accessible options. A minimarket on site, pet bowls and baskets, and a shared lounge/TV area add convenience for guests traveling with children or pets.

Location: Beachfront in a gated community, 7.5 km from Catania center

Breakfast: Daily garden breakfast with organic ingredients and fresh croissants

Activities: Complimentary bicycles, bike tours, and organized local excursions to Mount Etna

Spa: Massage treatments in a peaceful setting with solarium

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and lower sinks

Family: Board games, kids' play equipment, and triple rooms with sea views