Comfortable Accommodations: Rifugio Ariel in Ragalna offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or mountain views, and tiled floors. Each room includes a wardrobe and shower facilities.
Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi in public areas. Additional amenities include an outdoor fireplace, indoor play area, and bike hire.
Convenient Location: Located 37 km from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, the property is near attractions such as Etnaland Theme Park (28 km) and Chiesa S. Barbara (18 km). Free off-site parking is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
“Beautiful location, very nice people and tasty dinner. Grazie!”
Erika
Hungary
“I often stay in high mountain Rifugios in the Alps, so - judging by its name - I expected something like that. But no, to my biggest surprise, it is like a nice, but basic hotel in the middle of the forest. It had a convenient bathroom, a very...”
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Becky
United Kingdom
“Perfect retreat in the woods, excellent evening meal with 3 courses complements to the chef. Hot tub experience great, beds comfy, Host (Frank I think his name was) and his dog Balou (so friendly) was very nice and very informative of the area....”
Krzysztof
Poland
“I am simply amazed - I thought that places like that (especially near so popular Etna) don't exist anymore. It really has that unique climate of mountain shelters but it also offers everything you need to have a good time: great food, beer and...”
Vladimir
Slovakia
“great place in the middle of the forest, very close to hiking paths, free parking in front”
Emiliano
Sweden
“Cozy environment, friendly host, immerse into the nature.”
Alena
Czech Republic
“Simple but clean and comfy accomodation close to Etna. The owner was friendly and a geat cook. Both dinner and breakfast were tasty! Big recommendations for staying here!”
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Kristýna
Germany
“Mountains cottage accommodation style ... not much comfort but everything necessary is there.
The stuff doesn't speak English very well but was very willing. They try to comply with everything.”
Ricardo
United Kingdom
“Great location, the hosts are amazing and super good to rest and sleep.”
Siric
Croatia
“Very good location and nice host. Good property for hikers.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Ristorante #1
No additional info available
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:30 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 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.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 5 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
0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
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