Villa Aresco

3.0 star property
Family fun in the mountains, near downhill skiing
your current months are September, 2024 and October, 2024.
September 2024
October 2024

Photo gallery for Villa Aresco

Exterior
Front of property
Triple Room (Breakfast Excluded) with Private Bathroom
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

    • Hot tubHot tub
    • Parking availableParking available
    • Breakfast availableBreakfast available
    • Room serviceRoom service
    • HousekeepingHousekeeping
    • Parking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
Via del Bosco 160, Mascalucia, CT, 95030
    Butterfly House
    8 min drive
    University Hospital Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele
    11 min drive
    Via Etnea
    13 min drive
    Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    33 min drive

Room options

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quad Room (Breakfast Excluded) with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Triple Room (Breakfast Excluded) with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Mascalucia

At Villa Aresco, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock. Highlights at this ski B&B include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This family-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a hot tub and luggage storage. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Mascalucia B&B include Sanctuary of the holy martyrs Alfio, Filadelfio and Cirino and Butterfly House.

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 13 min drive
  • Catania Cathedral - 15 min drive
  • Catania Port - 15 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 15 min drive
  • Etnaland - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Giuffrida Station - 13 min drive
  • Catania Bicocca Station - 19 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miseria e Nobiltà - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Villa del Cedro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Villa Agua - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪La Pecora Nera - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Macelleria da Franco - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Aresco

Family fun in the mountains, near downhill skiing
Villa Aresco offers its guests a hot tub, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a beach shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Self parking is free.
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1950
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Villa Aresco offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 35; reservation required

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

More

  • Built in 1950

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony
  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 30 for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 8:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 5 (one-way), (from 2 to 10 years old)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 30 for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day
  • Spa tub fee: EUR 60 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 35.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Villa Aresco
Villa Aresco B&B
Villa Aresco B&B Mascalucia
Villa Aresco Mascalucia
Villa Aresco Mascalucia, Sicily, Italy
Villa Aresco Mascalucia
Villa Aresco Bed & breakfast
Villa Aresco Bed & breakfast Mascalucia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Aresco?

Villa Aresco offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Aresco?

As of 17 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Aresco on 18 Sept 2024 start from AU$82.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Villa Aresco?

Yep, Villa Aresco has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Aresco?

The closest beach to Villa Aresco is Catania Beach (14.8 km).

What makes Villa Aresco a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Aresco.

Is Villa Aresco family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Aresco is a hit with families.

Does Villa Aresco serve breakfast?

Sure does, local cuisine breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Aresco?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Aresco?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 8:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Aresco?

No, pets are not allowed.

Villa Aresco Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aidan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property has to be considered within the price, which is the lowest I paid in Sicily. For that it is reasonable. The owner is very friendly and helpful. There was parking which I appreciated. But, the place was quite run down - mould and flaking paint etc. No breakfast, and the closest shop you have to walk on a terrifying road with no pavement where you think every car might run you down. But, the price is certainly fair. Best for solo travellers.

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for travelers to Etna
Excellent service from the friendly owner. Convenient parking. Cozy room with comfortable beds. The villa is fantastically located in the hills and you'll get stunning views of the Catania area. A few minutes drive from the town of Nicolos where we found great food and good vibes. Overall, very good value for money. I would highly recommend staying at Villa Aresco to anyone visiting Etna area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

kirsten

Very friendly host, but there was not a single glass or cup in the room which was real pain as we wanted to have a glass of wine and couldn't.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa Arresco
This was a pleasant stay close to the airport. The host and family could not have been more friendly and accommodating. Would certainly recommend for future travelers to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
MEMORABLE
A truly MEMORABLE stay ! Friendly hosts,dog,donkey and guests. With good gate security. Delicious pizza down the road.

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Il luogo è silenzioso e immerso nel verde.. la vista panoramica è bellissima. Il gestore simpatico ed accogliente!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Excelente amabilidad, limpio, amplia habitación parking incluido, buen wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Excelente atención, tranquilo, limpio parking incluido.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Vittorio

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Accoglienza e organizzazione nel seguirti sin dalla tua partenza da casa sino all'arrivo molto gradevole e precisa, da quel momento in poi sarai supportato solo telefonicamente, nel complesso tutto bene.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ionel

Travelled with family
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

angelo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place
We have been travelling for seven weeks now and this has been the best place we have been at our trip. Absolutely unforgettable - a beautiful cottage made of wood with a stunning view of Catania and Etna. The cottage was clean and nice with everything we wished for. Besides that the owner, Pippo, is a very warm and kind person and gave us great advise about what to do. Besides that, there is a very very cute dog! Will definitely come back if we have the chance - much recommendable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say abut villa Aresco? Absolutely stunning! The place is magical and made with so much effort to every little detail, it felt incredibly special and not just as a b&b. The owners are such a nice and lovely people, although I stayed only for one night I would highly recommend this place to everybody and I hope that people would appreciate it. It is a treasure for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Giovanni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Per un breve soggiorno è un ottima soluzione, basso costo, bellissimo panorama in campagna, ambiente familiare; piccoli miglioramenti possono essere fatti.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Danny

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hvile
Det var fint skulle bare sove
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ho soggiornato assieme a tre amici in questo B&B nel mese di giugno prenotando tramite Expedia. Quando siamo arrivati le camere erano diverse dalle foto caricate su Expedia, la doccia fatta artigianalmente perdeva acqua e non si chiudeva, la camera in se era abbastanza antiquata nel complesso. Wifi non funziona. Non è stato possibile pagare con il pos perché il proprietario ne era sprovvisto, abbiamo pagato in contati e non ci è stata rilasciata fattura/ricevuta. Non ci hanno dato le chiavi del cancello dicendoci di chiamare a qualsiasi ora che ci avrebbero aperto loro a qualsiasi ora della notte ( ci siamo fatti riguardo a tornare più tardi di mezzanotte vista la situazione delle telefonate) Elevata pulizia dell camere, asciugamani cambiati ogni giorno, disponibili per la colazione (da pagare a parte) e possibilità di utilizzare la piscina (pagando).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
albergo grazioso, gentilezza e cordialità, struttura nuova e pulita
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

guy, Paris FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
hôtel très agréable part ses terrasses et ses jardins, vue magnifique sur Catane et mer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Massimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

michele

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed & Breakfast senza colazione
La colazione d'inverno non c'è (contrariamente da quanto affermato sul sito di Expedia, dove è segnalato che è disponibile, ma non compresa nel prezzo). Hanno perso la nostra prenotazione ed hanno venduto le camere da noi prenotate (con la garanzia della carta di credito) per le ultime due notti. Quando siamo arrivati hanno dovuto preparare i letti perchè non ci aspettavano. Si sono poi giustificati col fatto che siamo arrivati 20 minuti dopo l'orario previsto per il Check In. Ho chiamato Expedia che, basandosi sullo stesso cavillo (20 min di ritardo), si è rifiutata di riproteggerci (comportamento che non mi aspettavo, essendo chiara l'inadempienza della struttura). Ci siamo quindi dovuti trovare durante il soggiorno un'altra sistemazione
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017