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Rifugio Sapienza

Ski-in/ski-out inn with restaurant, near Etna Cable Car

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
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Free daily buffet breakfast
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Nestled near Silvestri Craters, Rifugio Sapienza offers a haven of warmth with a free breakfast buffet and coffee shop/cafe. Relax on the sunny terrace or enjoy some quiet time in the library after skiing down Etna Cable Car slopes.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Bathroom | Shower, bidet, towels

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (2 Single Beds) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room (2 Single Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, Nicolosi, CT, 95030

What's nearby

  • Etna Cable Car - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monti Silvestri Lift - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Silvestri Craters - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Monte Nero Zappini Nature Trail - 9 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mount Etna - 19 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 73 min drive
  • Catania Ognina Station - 38 min drive
  • Cannizzaro Station - 39 min drive
  • Catania Central Station - 39 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cantoniera - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Terrazza dell'Etna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Antica Dolceria Dell'Etna - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Monte Gebel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Crateri Silvestri - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rifugio Sapienza

Rifugio Sapienza allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is a nice spot to enjoy après-ski drinks. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Skiing nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.00 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Rifugio Sapienza Inn Nicolosi
Rifugio Sapienza Inn
Rifugio Sapienza Nicolosi
Rifugio Sapienza
Rifugio Sapienza Nicolosi, Italy - Sicily
Rifugio Sapienza Inn
Rifugio Sapienza Nicolosi
Rifugio Sapienza Inn Nicolosi

Frequently asked questions

Does Rifugio Sapienza offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rifugio Sapienza does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Rifugio Sapienza?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Rifugio Sapienza?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Rifugio Sapienza?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM on request. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rifugio Sapienza?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Rifugio Sapienza and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing.

Are there restaurants at or near Rifugio Sapienza?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Rifugio Sapienza like?

Rifugio Sapienza is a short 1-minute walk from Etna Cable Car and 8 minutes' walk from Silvestri Craters.

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