Wheelchair accessible, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator
Shuttle service
Shuttle service
About this property
Featuring a traditional restaurant, Rifugio Sapienza is just 10 metres from the cable car linking to the top of Mount Etna. This property offers a bar, free ski storage, and a shared lounge room.
With free Wi-Fi, rooms include a flat-screen TV. Each has a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries.
Rifugio Sapienza is 4 km from EtnAvventura adventure park. Nicolosi centre is a 25-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“Friendly staff - booked for me Etna tour, free parking. Good start point for Etna tracking”
Willems
Belgium
“Clean rooms
Breakfast included and lot of choices
Hotel can arrange hikes on the Etna, which leave just in front of the hotel.
Free parking spots at the hotel.”
Andrius
Lithuania
“To spend a night next to Etna itself is amazing so location is unique. Staff was perfect. Restaurant next to the hotel good.”
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Shelley
United Kingdom
“The position next to the gondola up Etna and extremely good food. Breakfast wonderful and other meals great. Fantastic arancini”
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Alistair
United Kingdom
“Wanted easy access to Mt. Etna. The Refugio is only 50m from the main cablecar up the mountain and the ticket office for the best guided tours of the mountain”
Arist
Malta
“This place is kept tip top; whilst modernization covered the premises lately, it still feels very warm and very traditional. It is not a luxury resort so forget certain pampering but if you're looking for a very sweet and warm getaway whilst still...”
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Thomas
Germany
“perfectly located to explore Etna.
Etna tours can be booked from here.
Parking available.”
Z
Zubair
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent for Etna excursions. All hiking and dining options available from Hotel directly.”
Sarah
United Kingdom
“Great location to explore Etna; perfect if you want to enjoy sunrise and not get up as early to travel. There is a great breakfast with lots of options, freshly squeezed orange juice, and hot drinks. The staff were friendly. Overall, a great stay”
J
Jeroen
Netherlands
“Great location close to the cable car. The hotel room is sober, but suits the outdoor experience very much. The restaurant is great after a day in the outdoors.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Ristorante #1
Cuisine
Italian
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Gluten-free
House rules
Rifugio Sapienza takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 07:00
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
ATM cardCash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Rifugio Sapienza in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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