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Rifugio Sapienza

Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, 95030 Villa Milia, Sicily, Italy
Villa Milia, Italy
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$108
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Very good
based on 2804 reviews
2,804 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
Standard room

Overview

Rating
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, minibar and safe. 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.
Rating
8.5
Very good
Based on 2,804 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Rifugio Sapienza

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Ski school
  • Cycling
  • Skiing
  • Ski-in/Ski-out

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Ski equipment rental (on site)
  • Tour desk
  • Key access

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Rifugio Sapienza

8.5
Very good
2804 verified ratings
Wonderful
1385
Very good
766
Good
433
Okay
118
Fair
64
Mediocre
19
Poor
19

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel, especially its proximity to Etna and local attractions. The service was often highlighted as friendly and helpful. However, several reviews pointed out cleanliness issues, outdated facilities, and uncomfortable beds, which detracted from the overall experience.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
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Pros (+) Excellent breakfast. Good restaurant.

Location

Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, 95030 Villa Milia, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Etna Cable Car8 yd

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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License number: 19087031B802184, IT087031B8MX57GFQR

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  • How long should you stay at Rifugio Sapienza? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Rifugio Sapienza

  • Where is Rifugio Sapienza located?

    Rifugio Sapienza is located at Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, 2.9 miles from the center of Villa Milia. Etna Cable Car is the closest landmark to Rifugio Sapienza.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rifugio Sapienza?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Rifugio Sapienza.

  • Does Rifugio Sapienza offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rifugio Sapienza offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Rifugio Sapienza offer free parking?

    Yes, Rifugio Sapienza offers free parking.

  • How far is Rifugio Sapienza from the airport?

    Rifugio Sapienza is 16.5 miles from Catania Fontanarossa. Rifugio Sapienza is 43.8 miles from Reggio Calabria Tito Menniti.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to city center

2.9 mi

Nearest Airport

Catania Fontanarossa

Distance to airport

16.5 mi