Donna Carmela Resort & Lodges
9.2/10 on 47 reviews
A few minutes from the sea, close to Riposto’s top-notch tourist port and the marvellous Ionian Coast with its sun-kissed citrus groves against the spectacular background of majestic Etna, “Donna Carmela” is ready to welcome you in a 19th century Sicilian house, placed in the heart of a nursery specialised in Mediterranean plants – and just 25 km from the amazing town of Taormina.
Elegantly refined, the building has been refurbished in full respect of the original but given all the modern comforts. It dominates ten thousand square metre nursery garden where you may enjoy a guided tour to discover the hundreds of scents and varieties of Mediterranean plants. It is also possible to admire the proprietors’ private collection of subtropical plants – an oasis full of colours and flavours!
The courtyards in lavic paving and river pebbles, the ancient cistern, the well-stocked wine cellar and the swimming pool surrounded by secular olive trees, the comfortable spaces designed to relax and the quiet reading room, the wide halls and ample dining room with furniture cared for in detail: all this has been designed to make your stay exceptional.
The guests can choose between 18 rooms of different dimensions and style, distributed among two distinct buildings. Nine junior suites, organized on two levels, and three suites with large rooms, panoramic terraces and refined furnishings satisfy even the most demanding needs.
And an annex set amidst the plants and flowers of the nursery houses a beautiful apartment, providing a real sense of privacy and space. All the environments are distinguished for their finery and for the high quality of the materials and offer the perfect setting from which to explore Sicily, its innumerable cultural attractions and nature highlights.
Facilities & Features Donna Carmela Resort & Lodges
Room facilities available Donna Carmela Resort & Lodges
Simplicity is the key design element for bedroom and bathroom. The room has a suggestive view on the both sides of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea. Classic rooms are homely and cosy thanks to a great attention down to the last detail and to provided services (air-conditioning, free minibar, satellite tv, balcony, safe)
Spacious and elegant (60 sqm), a varied stylistic research: from the charm of the Sicilian tradition to the Italian vintage design. Different styles with the highest standards of comfort to enjoy Donna Carmela in the four seasons. Most of the rooms have a view of the Etna or the Ionian Sea.
Located on two floors, each with private bathroom, this room is distinguished by warm lounges, modern art details, refined furnishings and large terraces. Ideal for families who are looking for maximum privacy, to ensure the right combination between comfort and design in a single solution.
Nestled in a lush paradise of Mediterranean and tropical plants, the Flora Lodge are situated in a privileged panoramic position on the nursery and the Ionian Sea, and have been designed to guarantee guests discretion and privacy. They are design dwellings, nests suspended from the ground, where nature and contemporary living coexist.
The Romantic Lodges are ideal for a relaxing holiday for body and mind. They are made with selected materials in full agreement with the environment, combining design and sustainability. The Jacuzzi Romantic Lodges are equipped with every comfort and are distinguished by the presence of a panoramic terrace, a jacuzzi pool in lava stone, surrounded by lush vegetation.
The Jacuzzi Family Lodge is Immersed in lush vegetation, with large terrace and private garden with jacuzzi pool. It has two bedrooms and a comfortable bathroom, built according to the principles of bio-architecture, this type of Lodge is ideal for families who want to relax surrounded by nature.
The Jacuzzi Exclusive Suite is the perfect room to enjoy your exclusive stay with all the comfort required. the indoor design, The spacious terrace of 120 sqm with a breath-taking view of the Etna volcano, the jacuzzi pool and the smell of our garden will give you the perfect ingredients for an unforgettable Sicilian stay.
300 metres far from the main building, surrounded by an oasis of greenery, in the middle of our plantation, the Jacuzzi Sicilian Villa rises with an outdoor Jacuzzi, two bedrooms, lounge, outdoor patio and a large private garden. The Villa, enclosing all the charm of a typical Sicilian residence, is the ideal refuge for those who want to live an intimate experience with nature in total privacy.
The Jacuzzi Gran Suite is located in the highest point of the Resort and have a breath-taking view of the sea and of the Etna volcano. Their indoor design and luxury comforts are embellished with the outdoor heated jacuzzi overlooking the entire Resort from the 150 sqm terrace. The suite has a private entrance, 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, 1 living area with electric hob and on the terrace it is possible to organize private and special dinner on request.
Terms and conditions of booking Donna Carmela Resort & Lodges
Check In / Check Out
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable
Parking
Free parking is available on site (without reservation)
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge and in all rooms
Children and extra beds
Extra
EXTRA (If not included in the booking)
Conditions and cancellation policy
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 9.3 / 10
Courtesy 9.5 / 10
Leisure 9.1 / 10
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Julia (As couple)
Austria
Check in: 15 Oct 2023
Check out: 19 Oct 2023
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Superior room
8
His Opinion: Wunderschönes und gepflegtes Anwesen! Wir sind schon einen Tag früher abgereist weil sie in der Umgebung ständig Sachen verbrannt haben und es sehr gestunken hat nach verbrannten sodass es unmöglich für uns war die Fenster zu unserem Zimmer offen zu lassen oder uns am Pool zu liegen.
Es wäre auch ganz toll wenn sie einen kleinen Wellness Bereich mit Dampfbad & Sauna hätten dass man auch im Hotel bleiben kann wenn das Wetter mal nicht so schön ist.
Das Restaurant war sehr gut aber von den Preisen etwas zu hoch wenn man bedenkt das sie keinen Michelin Stern haben... Die Preise an der Bar für die Drinks eindeutig auch zu hoch für das Optische und den Geschmack.
Grundsätzlich waren wir zufrieden aber es gibt definitiv noch Luft nach oben und Verbesserungsmöglichkeiten.
Henry (With family)
USA
Check in: 7 Sept 2023
Check out: 9 Sept 2023
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool heated (winter time) and Sea View
10
His Opinion: We really enjoyed our stay, the staff was wonderful and the food was excellent accommodations were lovely.
Daniel (As couple)
United Kingdom
Check in: 17 Sept 2023
Check out: 21 Sept 2023
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool and Sea View
10
His Opinion: Hotel was beautiful and all stay were very attentive and went above and beyond for us both. We attended the Arrancino masterclass which was absolutely amazing - a highlight of our holiday.
We also had massages which we both loved.
All round great experience at hotel Donna Carmela
Villanove (As couple)
France
Check in: 15 Aug 2023
Check out: 18 Aug 2023
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Wonderful stay at Donna Carmela ! Amazing team, very remarkable service ! Much recommended !
DI (As couple)
France
Check in: 14 Jul 2023
Check out: 21 Jul 2023
Number of nights: 7
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool and Sea View
8
His Opinion: Le WIFI est vraiment insuffisant
Norbert (As couple)
Germany
Check in: 18 Jun 2023
Check out: 25 Jun 2023
Number of nights: 7
Stayed in room: Two-Floor Suite
10
His Opinion: .
Polla (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 17 Jun 2023
Check out: 19 Jun 2023
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool heated (winter time) and Sea View
10
His Opinion:
Emily (As couple)
United Kingdom
Check in: 11 Jun 2023
Check out: 13 Jun 2023
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
8
His Opinion: Beautiful hotel with stunning pool area, lovely staff and very luxurious, spacious rooms.
The breakfast is simply outstanding.
The restaurant is beautiful and in the garden - we did the tasting menu one night and that was great, but would have been nice to have some more affordable a la carte options for when you want to eat at the restaurant but not do the full tasting. We didn't want to do it two nights in a row so ordered individual dishes on the second night, but they were very small and very expensive as they were part of the tasting menu!
Susan (With family)
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Check in: 26 May 2023
Check out: 27 May 2023
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
4
His Opinion: We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the resort and staff very much. The dinner was wonderful!
We were there with our family and had prepaid for a one bedroom suite and also a two bedroom suite with a private pool for our daughter and her boyfriend as well as our son. Our only disappointment was that the two bedroom suite had only one bedroom with a sleeper sofa, which was not as expected.
ken (As couple)
Germany
Check in: 22 Dec 2022
Check out: 26 Dec 2022
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Dear hotel team, i was such a pleasure staying in your beautiful house! The room and all facilities are so nice and your garden is just stunning! Many thanks for everything and best wishes to the complete team for beeing always helpful and so friendly. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be able to return some time! All the best for you and the upcoming season, Ken!
RAMOS (As couple)
France
Check in: 2 Dec 2022
Check out: 4 Dec 2022
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool and Sea View
10
His Opinion: Bonjour,
Logement Lodge haut de gamme ++
Petit déjeuner de très bon niveau ++ salle très agréable et personnel très avenant++
Dîner très moyen pour moi (vin trop jeune, crustacé trop cuit) Ma compagne a été satisfaite de son repas.
Le rapport qualite/Prix est excessif - -
Le personnel est très attentif et professionnel+++
Hôtel très beau+++( attention au train qui peut gâcher un séjour si la fréquence est trop élevée )
Sa petite taille est un atout à conserver
Nous reviendrons+++
Merci
Marco Ramos
Lynda (As couple)
United Kingdom
Check in: 6 Oct 2022
Check out: 11 Oct 2022
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Service was outstanding. The room and resort was beautiful. Lovely meals in the restaurant and fabulous breakfast. It would have been nice to have more leisure activities on site and to have CNN or BBC World News available in room tv. Otherwise excellent
Giuseppe (With family)
Cyprus
Check in: 26 Jul 2022
Check out: 1 Aug 2022
Number of nights: 6
Stayed in room: Two-Floor Suite
10
His Opinion:
Susanne (With family)
Germany
Check in: 9 Oct 2021
Check out: 11 Oct 2021
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Two-Floor Suite
10
His Opinion: Zimmer im Haupthaus war sehr sauber, ruhig und komfortabel. Mitarbeiter waren alle sehr höflich und zuvorkommend.
Das Frühstücksbuffet war hervorragend und sie Speisen am Pool ebenfalls.
Nur der unmittelbare Poolbereich könnte etwas schöner gestaltet sein.
Insgesamt hatten wir als Familie einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt.
Sean (With family)
United Kingdom
Check in: 22 Oct 2021
Check out: 25 Oct 2021
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Two-Floor Suite
8
His Opinion: We had thought we had reserved a cooking class through the concierge, as we had confirmed by email. When we arrived the concierge had not made the reservation. This meant our break was limited as the weather prohibited us experiencing the local nature.
Restaurant staff were great, and the food was superb.
Bettina (With family)
Germany
Check in: 22 Aug 2021
Check out: 27 Aug 2021
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion:
Daniela (As couple)
USA
Check in: 3 Aug 2021
Check out: 5 Aug 2021
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Io e mio marito abbiamo deciso di trascorrere qualche giorno in Sicilia per la nostra luna di miele e il Donna Carmela Resort non poteva essere scelta migliore!
L’ospitalità e la cortesia da parte di tutto lo staff sono stati impeccabili sin dall’inizio. Ogni spazio all’interno del Resort (dalle camere al giardino) e’ curato nei minimi particolari. Abbiamo anche avuto il piacere di cenare in uno dei ristoranti disponibili all’interno del Resort e, che dire…un’esperienza culinaria perfetta.
Ritorneremo sicuramente a trovarvi perché avete contribuito a rendere il nostro soggiorno in Sicilia ancora più speciale e magico!
Daniela e Bryan
stephane (With family)
Belgium
Check in: 31 Jul 2021
Check out: 1 Aug 2021
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion:
Willibald (As couple)
Austria
Check in: 9 Oct 2020
Check out: 13 Oct 2020
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Perfekte Anlage, sehr freundliches Personal, super Essen - wir kommen bestimmt wieder!
Margaux (As couple)
Denmark
Check in: 8 Sept 2020
Check out: 10 Sept 2020
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: The staff were so lovely and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would love to revisit!
Linda (With friends)
Netherlands
Check in: 15 Aug 2020
Check out: 16 Aug 2020
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Fantastisch stay at your hotel!!! Beautifull hotel and lovely personel! We Will come back :-)
Vanessa (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 20 Jul 2020
Check out: 29 Jul 2020
Number of nights: 9
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool and Sea View
10
His Opinion: Das Hotel ist wirklich wunderschön in einem grossen Pflanzengarten gelegen. Wir haben eine Lodge gebucht mit Infinity Pool und wunderbarer Aussicht.
Zwei kleine negative Punkte waren, dass die Früchte beim Frühstück leider nicht frisch waren. Sie sind wie beim gekauften Fruchtsalat aus der Konservendose in Sirup eingelegt, was eigentlich für eine Insel mit derart vielen frischen Früchten sehr schade ist. Leider hörten wir auch täglich ein Stromaggregat, dass praktisch den ganzen Tag lief und erst gegen Abend abgestellt wurde. Wir wissen nicht, ob dies die Klimaanlage fürs Hotel war oder für den Poolbereich ein Stromgerät war.
Ansonsten war der Urlaub in diesem Hotel traumhaft. Inmitten der vielen Pflanzen mit Blick aufs Meer und den Ätna.
Stephen (As couple)
United Kingdom
Check in: 6 Aug 2020
Check out: 7 Aug 2020
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
10
His Opinion: We had a wonderful time. I would return and I would also recommend Donna Carmela to others.
Thank you
Paraiso (With family)
France
Check in: 27 Feb 2020
Check out: 29 Feb 2020
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion:
Anna (With family)
Germany
Check in: 6 Oct 2019
Check out: 9 Oct 2019
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion:
alain (As couple)
France
Check in: 3 Sept 2019
Check out: 5 Sept 2019
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
8
His Opinion: très bon établissement, le personnel et la direction sont vraiment très attentifs à la qualité du séjour de ses clients.
Très bonne cuisine également
A conseiller
Lakeshia (As couple)
Netherlands
Check in: 25 Aug 2019
Check out: 27 Aug 2019
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Our stay at Donna Carmela was wonderful! The estate is gorgeous and the staff was very friendly in making sure we had everything we needed. 10/10 would stay again!
Sofie (With family)
Belgium
Check in: 4 Aug 2019
Check out: 14 Aug 2019
Number of nights: 10
Stayed in room: Family Lodge with private pool
8
His Opinion: Great hotel, good facilities and very friendly staff. Very quiet location but some nice local restaurants in the environment. Breakfast is really nice with some local dishes along the more traditional items.
One minor remark is that the bathroom in our room was quite outdated. All clean but it could use a makeover to bring it in line with the look and feel of the rest of the hotel.
FOUNES (As couple)
France
Check in: 9 Aug 2019
Check out: 12 Aug 2019
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Two-Floor Suite
8
His Opinion: Séjour très agréable, chambre impeccable et personnel charmant, seul petit bémol, bruit de la climatisation et du bar sous nos fenêtres.
michel (As couple)
Belgium
Check in: 30 Jul 2019
Check out: 2 Aug 2019
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Très bonne étape...L’hospitalité sicilienne comme ils la revendiquent ! Confort, amabilité, et gastronomie dans un très bel environnement.
Manuela (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 14 Jul 2019
Check out: 21 Jul 2019
Number of nights: 7
Stayed in room: Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool heated (winter time) and Sea View
10
His Opinion: Liebes Donna Carmela-Team
Wir haben uns im schönen Zimmer und der wunderschönen Hotelanlage sehr wohl gefühlt.
Als kleiner Hinweis: Es wäre schön, wenn im Zimmer die Abfallsäcke regelmässig geleert, die Kaffeekapseln und die Dusch-/Haarwaschmittel sowie Body-Lotion regelmässig aufgefüllt worden wären.
Dass man uns einen Sonnenschirm auf die Terrasse gebracht hat, haben wir ausserordentlich geschätzt.
Sollte wir Sizilien wieder besuchen, fragen wir auf jeden Fall für ein Zimmer im Donna Carmela an.
Herzliche Grüsse und vielen Dank für die bezaubernde Woche!
M. & T. Meyer
Blanc (As couple)
France
Check in: 25 Jun 2019
Check out: 26 Jun 2019
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Le meilleur hôtel de notre séjour et de loin!
A mon avis les services et la qualité et beauté de l’endroit valent un 5 étoiles.
Magnifique, nous serions bien restés ! Nous reviendrons....et dorénavant chercherons des hôtels explorateurs.
Merci!
Miserez (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 27 Mar 2019
Check out: 29 Mar 2019
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Notre séjour a été formidable. L'emplacement de l'hôtel en fait un endroit calme, près de Catane, de l'Etna et de Taormina donc idéalement situé. L'établissement est décoré avec beaucoup de goût, l'accueil a été formidable et la cuisine nous a fait énormément plaisir. Nous reviendrons et recommandons cet hôtel à nos amis.
valerie (With family)
Austria
Check in: 19 Mar 2019
Check out: 24 Mar 2019
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion:
Amadeo (With friends)
Malta
Check in: 15 Mar 2019
Check out: 18 Mar 2019
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
6
His Opinion: The establishment is maintained impeccably, the landscaping and interior design are very pleasing, the staff is very helpful and the room accommodation very comfortable.
The restaurant was very disappointing. The menu was rather restricted in choice and the wines over-priced, but the most disappointing part was when we ordered the Chef's surprise menu with five wines to accompany. In the following evenings we found that, for the most part, the "surprise" menu was really a selection of dishes from the standard menu!
CARLOS (As couple)
Monaco
Check in: 22 May 2018
Check out: 23 May 2018
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
8
His Opinion: Chambre: très mauvaise salle de bains, mobilier de la chambre non adapté au standing.
Malgré l'accès difficile, cet établissement offre un cadre merveilleux à l'intérieur de la propriété. Le personnel est chaleureux, attentif et dédié à satisfaire vos désirs, avec professionnalisme.
Michael (With family)
Germany
Check in: 25 Mar 2018
Check out: 4 Apr 2018
Number of nights: 10
Stayed in room: Suite De Luxe
10
His Opinion: Great staff, very motivated and engaged,
The Breakfast is outstanding and the quality of the accomodation is excellent.
A good place to start excursions on the East side of Sicily.
Dupont (As couple)
France
Check in: 22 Oct 2016
Check out: 24 Oct 2016
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room Etna view
4
His Opinion: Le cadre est charmant et agréable mais les chambres se sont révélées très bruyantes (surtout avec une grande table qui dine sur la terrasse). Séjour décevant
Battaglia (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 27 Jun 2015
Check out: 28 Jun 2015
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Suite Etna view
10
His Opinion: ottima accoglienza, tutto perfetto
Patricia (As couple)
USA
Check in: 12 Oct 2013
Check out: 14 Oct 2013
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room Etna view
10
His Opinion: A stunning property. We were treated to an upgrade from the standard room that we booked to a junior suite - very luxurious and special. The restaurant is excellent for dinner. Their breakfast buffet was one of the best we had in Sicily. The concierge booked a guide for us for a full day on Mt. Etna and we had a fabulous day. Only positive things to say about Donna Carmela.
Blackwell (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 9 Aug 2012
Check out: 12 Aug 2012
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: We had a truly wonderful stay at Donna Carmela and enjoyed pure Sicilian hospitality. The restaurant is outstanding.
JOUBERT (As couple)
France
Check in: 13 Jul 2012
Check out: 15 Jul 2012
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Suite sea view
10
His Opinion:
Widmer (As couple)
France
Check in: 27 Apr 2012
Check out: 28 Apr 2012
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
6
His Opinion: Nous avons été très étonnés de constater qu'un tel établissement soit positionné si près d'une voie de chemin de fer avec tous les inconvénients que cela apporte : des trains passent régulièrement et une mauvaise isolation n'empêche pas le bruit d'arriver jusqu'à la chambre ! et la vue sur le bel Etna est entaché par les fils de la ligne !!!
valerie (With friends)
France
Check in: 24 Sept 2011
Check out: 26 Sept 2011
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room Etna view
10
His Opinion: Bonjour,
Notre séjour au Donna Carmela s'est formidablement bien passé
Cuisine remarquable et personnel très attentionné
Bravo pour tout !
Salutations
V Breton
Beauchaud (Solo travellers)
France
Check in: 13 Aug 2011
Check out: 18 Aug 2011
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: Superior room Etna view
10
His Opinion:
DUPASQUIER (As couple)
France
Check in: 10 Apr 2010
Check out: 11 Apr 2010
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion:
caronia (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 12 Feb 2010
Check out: 13 Feb 2010
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: Personale di accoglienza disponibile e gentile, ho appezato molto la vostra cucine e il menù.e vorrei ringraziarvi per le magica atmosfera che si respira entrando da Donna Carmela.
