Hotels Zafferana Etnea, Guesthouses Zafferana Etnea and Residences Zafferana Etnea

Zafferana Etnea is one of the most important tourist centres of Mount Etna. Its wide municipal territory includes some of the most beautiful natural settings of the surrounding area.

 

Zafferana Etnea gathers a dazzling array of elegant hotels. The local guest houses offer modern comforts and excellent services and facilities, and are able to suit even the most demanding requirements of different kinds of tourists. Not to be missed are the city's charming farm houses and modern residences, the latter being characterized by fine furniture and well-kept spaces.

 

Zafferana Etnea is idyllically set just in the heart of enchanting natural settings of great fascination, and it is totally surrounded by lush vines and ancient olive groves. The old town is backed by the imposing profile of the volcano, whose snow-capped peaks rise up to the height of three thousand metres above sea level. The old town is dominated by the city's beautiful church, that boasts a sumptuous Baroque facade flanked by two twin bell towers. The city's public garden hosts a large open-air amphitheatre that is usually the venue for amazing summer shows and events. Gourmets won't miss the opportunity to taste excellent local staples from the surrounding area, such as wine, olive oil and honey, the latter being one of the finest products of Mount Etna.

Zafferana Etnea's territory includes three of the major valleys of Mount Etna, that is to say Bove Valley, Calanna Valley and San Giacomo Valley, what makes it the ideal base for exploring the fascinating natural settings of the Park of Mount Etna. Driving along Mareneve statal road it is possible to reach the mountain resort of Piano Provenzana, as well as to take part in exciting guided tours up to the volcano's crater. The nearby resort of Nicolosi gathers numerous ski slopes and modern ski-lift facilities. Zafferana Etnea is also situated a short distance from some of Sicily's most famous seaside resorts, such as Taormina and Acireale.