Why Donna Carmela Resort
Donna Carmela, Sicily is a beautiful mansion that has been sympathetically restored and extended by its current owners the”Faro family” and gives guests a beautiful, relaxing, tropical haven from which to relax or explore the island of Sicily . The hotel is located in the centre of one of their plant nurseries and as such surrounded by 100 acres of lush mediterranean and subtropical plants. The hotel is decorated in a contemporary style with distinctly Sicilian touches throughout.
The hotel rooms are split over several buildings and more recently they have added exclusive villas and lodges to their accommodation offering. The grounds of the hotel have been beautifully landscaped with a stunning pool to relax by after a day exploring the surrounding towns or Mount Etna. Once you have tired of sampling local wines and eating there are a load of activities available from cycling, horseback riding, wine tasting, or perhaps just a short drive to the nearby villages of Taormina or Acitrezza.
Restaurant Donna Carmela
The gourmet restaurant serves a modern take on traditional Sicilian specialities. Utilising the abundance of wonderful local ingredients and a focus on fish and seafood. Breakfast is a luxurious Italian fare with a huge spread of local pastries, fresh juices and hot choices including pizza and more traditional American style breakfast.
Local towns and excursions
Taormina – 30 km / 30 mins by car
Acitrezza – 15km / 20 mins by carCatania – 26 km / 25 mins by carRadicepura Garden Festival – 3km / 4 mins by carPietradolce Winery – 35 km / 40 mins by carAddress
Contrada Grotte
7 Carriba di Riposto (CT)
Etna / Taormina, Sicily
Italy
Accommodation
29 rooms, villas and suites
6 classic, 9 comfort, 4 lodge,
4 Romantic lodge, 1 dependance villa,
1 Imperial suite villa
Banqueting
Various smaller spaces for up to 20 pax at Donna Carmela
Radicepura Event Venue for events up to 2000 persons
Pietradolce Winery for events up to 200 persons
All above are part of the Faro family experience
Gastronomy
Donna Carmela Fine Dining Restaurant - open for dinner and breakfast only - gourmet experience
Sintesa Restaurant - serving light snacks and local dishes at lunch and dinner