Hotel rating: 4 Stars
Chain: Unirez
Number of floors: 2
Number of rooms: 34

In 1927 the journalist and entrepreneur, Cosimo Mollica Alagona began the construction of the original Hotel Villa Paradiso dellEtna. The hotels grand opening was in December 1929. The hotel was for many years the haunt of artists, travelers and notables of the time. Now completely refurbished (1995), it is immersed in the tranquillity of large parkland on the slopes of Mount Etna (400 m above sea level) just a few minutes from Catania, Taormina and from the most famous tourist localities of Sicily. Apart from its comfort and service, the guests of the Hotel will appreciate the warmth of Sicilian hospitality in a fascinating old-world atmosphere among antique furniture and romantic hearths. The 34 rooms, all with panoramic view of Etna or the parkland, are furnished with Sicilian antiques, refined upholstery and antique prints. Marble floors inlaid with antique chips, frescoed walls, tromp l*oeil decorations and plasterwork molded by skilled craftsmen together create a refined environment. The elegant restaurant offers traditional Sicilian cuisine together with national and international dishes. Wine is available from the historical stock of vintage wines from the Hotel*s wine cellar. The Hotel is open all year around.