Hotel Dolcestate
Hotel Dolcestate Kod hotelu: PMODOLC Italy \ Sicily
Calm Italian elegance! The hotel is located in the area of the picturesque Madonie Mountains, close to the ruins of the ancient city of Chimera and with easy access to the charming Cefalu. Elegant rooms and stylish reception areas are modernly arranged and refer to the local style of Mediterranean estates. The beautiful swimming pool with bar and sun terrace in the central "piazza" of the complex is the perfect place to relax. An excellent restaurant with regional dishes allows you to get to know Sicily also from the kitchen.
Offer advantages
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4.9
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4.9
89% rated good or very good
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Italy — Sicily
Sicily, the largest island on the Mediterranean Sea, has been fascinating for centuries by its exotica, wealth of landmarks and landscapes, which became the inspiration for many artists. Called the Island of the Sun already by the ancients, it has the highest number of sunny hours in a year in Europe.
Description
LOCATION: approx. 3 km from the small town of CAMPOFELICE DI ROCCELLA with bars, shops and restaurants, in an intimate environment; near the Fiesta Resort hotel, approx. 14 km from Cefalu, approx. 50 km from Palermo; approx. 70 km from the airport in Palermo; a paid hotel bus to the center of Cefalu several times a week (approx. 5-6 EUR / one-way; earlier reservation required).
BEACH: hotel, sandy and rocky, gentle descent to the sea, rocky bottom, protection footwear recommended, approx. 200 m from the hotel, free umbrellas and sunbeds, towels for a guarantee deposit (approx. 10 EUR, replacement: approx. 3 EUR).
HOTEL: four-star, stylish and well-kept, built in 2008, 60 rooms, 1-2 floors, elevator, elegant hall, 24-hour reception, main restaurant - buffet or served dishes, international cuisine, once a week themed evenings (in July and August), special diets on request, highchairs and menu for children available, vegetarian dishes; bar in the hall, pool bar, TV room, jeweler, souvenir shop; conference and banquet center for 500 people, terrace overlooking the swimming pool, garden; extra charges: wireless Internet at the reception (5 EUR / hour), safety deposit box in the reception; credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, American Express.
ROOM: standard: in the main building, 2-person (1 or 2 extra beds for children available), approx. 20 m2, well-maintained and stylish, individually controlled air-conditioning, bathroom (bath or shower, wc; hairdryer), satellite TV, telephone, safety deposit box, mini-bar (payable); free cot for children up to 2 years old on order before arrival; balcony or terrace (table and chairs); superior: for max. 4 people, approx. 25 m & sup2 ;, standard room furnishing; superior room at an extra charge.
SPORT AND ENTERTAINMENT: main swimming pool, free-form, fresh water, approx. 350 m², depth up to 1.5 m, separate section for children, depth 0.5 m, swimming pool, round shape, fresh water, free umbrellas and sunbeds by the pools, towels at a guarantee deposit; billiards; playground for children, animations for adults and children near the swimming pool (15/06-15/09); multi-purpose sports field, at a charge: windsurfing equipment rental, kayaks and bicycles (seasonal).
ALL INCLUSIVE (at a charge): breakfast (7.30-9.30), lunch (12.30- 14.00), buffet dinner (19.30-21.00) in the restaurant; snacks, soft drinks and local alcoholic drinks at designated bar (10.30-22.30).
CONTACT: 0039/0921933002, www.hoteldolcestate.com
- beach service
The hours of serving meals provided in the offer and the functioning of individual elements of the hotel infrastructure may be subject to slight changes due to seasonality , weather conditions, requests from guests or force majeure beyond the control of the hotelier.
* Information on the official categorization of the hotel can be found in the description of the facilities presented ("Hotel" section) and it is consistent with the categorization used in a given country. Each country uses its own criteria for awarding a specific category.
Local excursions
from the region of Palermo/Catania/Comiso:
Mount Etna and Taormina — a fascinating expedition to the symbol of Sicily - Mount Etna, Europe's highest active volcano. Ascend by coach to the height of approx. 2000 m. Optionally: aerial tramway and then Jeep travel into the craters at a height of 3,000 m (additionally payable: approx. 55 EUR, min. 18 people). Transfer to Taormina, stroll through Corso Umberto and visiting Teatro Greco. Free time - shopping. Day trip. Price - approx. 75 EUR
from the region of Palermo:
Palermo and Monreale — drive to Monreale and visiting the cathedral with magnificent medieval mosaics. Then drive to the center of Palermo - the capital of Sicily the captivates with its exotica. Visiting the cathedral with sarcophagi of the rulers of Sicily. A panoramic tour of Palermo and a visit to the Capuchins monastery, where you will find catacombs containing the mummies of monks and lay people. Free time. Day trip. Price - approx. 55 EUR (does not include entry tickets: approx. 10 EUR).
Aeolian Islands — boarding a tourist ship and cruise to the capital of the archipelago - Lipari. The town is vibrant, there are hundreds of colorful shops. A short guided tour and free time. Optionally: possibility of buying a tour around the island (additionally payable). Then sail to the island of Vulcano. Recommendable is the wonderful beach with black volcanic sand and interesting walking areas. Medicinal baths in sulfur mud, lunch in a regional restaurant (extra charge). Return cruise to Sicily. Day trip. Price - approx. 65 EUR (does not include: lunch, entrance ticket for sulphur muds: approx. 3 EUR). from the Catania/Comiso region:
Syracuse and Catania — a trip which follows in the footsteps of Sicily's history and a visit to two of the largest cities on the east coast. At the beginning visiting the old town of Syracuse, which is located on the picturesque island of Ortigia, separated from the mainland by a narrow channel. During a walk admiring the oldest Greek temple dedicated to the Apollo and the church of St. Lucia, where the famous Caravaggio painting is located. The program also includes a freshwater spring of Arethusa, where papyrus grows under natural conditions. Free time. A trip to the land part of Syracuse, a visit to one of the most important sanctuaries of Europe, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Tears. Then you will visit an extraordinary city built of lava, the second largest on the island of Catania. It is located at the foot of the Etna volcano, which activity influenced its fate and the present architecture of the Old Town, which is the work of Giovanni Battista Vaccarini. In the programme: St. Agatha's Cathedral the medieval Ursino Castle, via Cruciferi with Baroque churches, Roman amphitheater and beautiful gardens in Villa Bellini. Then free time for a walk around the volcanic via Etnea, full of shops and typical Sicilian cafes. Day trip. Price - approx. 55 EUR (does not include: lunch, entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Syracuse: approx. 2 EUR, tour guide: approx. 3 EUR).
Modica & Ragusa — two pearls of Sicilian baroque period reconstructed after the earthquake of 1693. The old town centres of these towns are dominated by rich Baroque architecture, with beautiful scenery of the Iblean hills as its backdrop. These places have been entered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and their extraordinary charm delight tourists from all over the world. The trip begins with the rocky hillside part of Ragusa, called Ibla, which is famous for its unique monuments such as St. John's Cathedral, St. George's Cathedral, St. Joseph's Church, gardens, and along its streets beautiful Baroque tenement houses can be admired. Free time. Drive to the town of chocolate - Modica, located between two gorges, hollowed by two streams. In the programme visiting the St. George's Cathedral, St. Peter's Cathedral and the ancient chocolate factory, where the production of chocolate according to recipes dating back to Spanish times and the Aztec tradition can be seen. Free time. Return to hotel. Day trip. Price - approx. 50 EUR (does not include lunch).
Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.