Donna Carmela

Hotel, 4-starContrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010, Riposto, ItalyShow on map

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Exceptional

One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Luxurious Amenities Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the spa. Enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Gourmet Dining Savor regional cuisine at La Cucina di DonnaCarmela with a bar/lounge. Room service and a poolside bar are also available for your convenience.

Convenient Services Benefit from a business center, concierge, and wedding services. With a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning, and free parking, your stay is hassle-free.

Begin your serene retreat at Donna Carmela, where luxury meets comfort and convenience. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

What this place offers

Elevator
Fitness facilities
Snorkeling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Meeting rooms
Smoke-free property
Wedding services

Rooms

9.6

Exceptional

Rated 9.6 out of 10 by 53 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.7
Rooms9.8
Amenities9.2
Value9.3
Food & drink9.7

Guests mention

Friendly and attentive staffBeautiful and relaxing propertyWonderful food and beverage

William
September 2025
Very nice property with great food and service. The gardens are beautiful and the location is very convenient to visit Etna and Taormina.
Nicole
August 2025
Excellent property. Very relaxing, beautiful grounds and rooms. Dinner restaurant was wonderful.
Florian
August 2025
Wunderschöne Unterkunft mit hervorragendem Personal. Die Anlage war top gepflegt und besonders hervorzuheben ist das exzellente Frühstück
Samuel
August 2025
Honeymoon Stay
We visited Donna Carmela for our honeymoon. The staff were very friendly and attentive! The resort was beautiful and relaxing. Nearby locations easy to access and visit for day trips.
Very lovely stay overall.
Vincent
August 2025
Au pied de l'Etna
Bel hôtel, cependant les travaux d'extensions ont failli gâter notre séjour.
Situation idéale pour aller explorer les pentes de l'Etna.
Kathleen
June 2025
Unique resort property in the countryside. Peaceful, beautiful, elegant, but relaxed. Highly recommend.

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010, Riposto, Italy

Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

No children

Pets allowed on request; charges may apply

No smoking anywhere on the property

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Pets. Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

General. Property follows regional sanitization guidelines Safe Hospitality National Protocol (Italy)

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

Pets. Pets allowed

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Pets. Service animals are allowed

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport. 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. The seasonal pool will be open from April to October. One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Donna Carmela

What time is check-in and check-out at Donna Carmela?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Donna Carmela allow pets?

Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.

Is there parking at Donna Carmela?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does Donna Carmela have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Is breakfast included at Donna Carmela?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Donna Carmela have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I book a block of rooms at Donna Carmela?

The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.

Can I check in late at Donna Carmela?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Donna Carmela?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Donna Carmela?

Contrada Grotte, 7, Riposto, CT, 95010, Riposto.

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