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Kepos Etna Relais & Spa

Sicilian countryside retreat offers a serene rural setting with ocean views, holistic spa treatments, and a rooftop perfect for cocktails by the pool

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At Kepos Etna Relais & Spa in Sicily, wellness meets indulgence. Unwind with Ayurvedic treatments and enjoy panoramic rooftop views. The restaurant, nero di cenere, serves authentic Italian cuisine, perfectly complementing the beautiful surroundings guests consistently praise.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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King Classic Double | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Classic Double

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Microwave

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Venerina, Kepos Etna Relais & Spa is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Via Etnea, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Etna and Giardini Naxos Beach. Adventure Park Etna and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Venerina travel guide
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Map
Via Leonardo da Vinci, 118, Santa Venerina, CT, 95010

What's nearby

  • 0_Tramonti-Etna
    Mount Etna
    9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pista Santa Venera
    8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Timpa Natural Reserve
    12 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727
    15 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Acireale Cathedral
    18 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Carruba Station
    12 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dolceria Torrisi
    5 min drive
  • Blue Ice
    6 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Belvedere
    5 min drive
  • Antica Dolceria Dell'Etna
    5 min drive
  • Hosteria Il Porcino
    5 min drive

About this property

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa

Luxury guesthouse near Mount Etna
At Kepos Etna Relais & Spa, you can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site Italian cuisine theme restaurant, nero di cenere, offers brunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and designer stores on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Ovens, freezers, and cribs/infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • nero di cenere

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 19 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (98 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily until 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 15
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25.00 per pet, per night plus EUR 15 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT087048A1894BA2BP

We should mention

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 March to November
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Kepos Etna Relais Guesthouse Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais Guesthouse
Kepos Etna Relais Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Guesthouse
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Santa Venerina
Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Guesthouse Santa Venerina

Frequently asked questions

Does Kepos Etna Relais & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Kepos Etna Relais & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25.00 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of EUR 15 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kepos Etna Relais & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Kepos Etna Relais & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Kepos Etna Relais & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kepos Etna Relais & Spa located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury guesthouse is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mount Etna, Pista Santa Venera, and Barone di Villagrande 1727. Timpa Natural Reserve and Adventure Park Etna are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Volker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best locations we ever visited. Thank you very much for your hospitality.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in zafferana, beautiful breakfast. Great staff. Lunch and dinner hours You have to adapt to their schedule. Overall great value and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, great service. Plan you transportation ahead of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place but the safe box was not working , i had to disconnect the minibar .. was too noisy , no blackout curtains , the shower head was withou pressure of water
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Staff & service
Wir waren 10 Tage im Kepos. Das Personal war sehr nett und aufmerksam, auch wenn der Kellner beim Abendessen manchmal allein nicht recht hinterher kam. Aufgrund des Preises hätten wir eine hochwertigere Ausstattung des Zimmers erwartet (bspw. war unser Duschschlauch kaputt) Die Zimmerreinigung war in Ordnung, aber im Bad wurde hauptsächlich um unsere Sachen herumgewischt. Die Außenanlage ist sehr schön und gepflegt.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Belle qualité de service Cependant peut-être un peu cher par rapport à ce qui est proposé
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Härligt läge, magisk pool. Bra skick!

Riktigt härligt hotell. Få rum och genomgående riktigt fräscht. Magiskt trevligt poolområde med stolar och cabanas. Infinitypool med vy över dalen ner mot havet. På avresedagen lånade vi spaat för en sista dusch och ombyte. Av någon anledning så var restaurangen stängd för såväl lunch och middag på tisdagen?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

A wonderfull place

This place is amazing, quiet, fresh and very comfortable. Good breakfast, very friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury at the foot of Mt Etna

Loved this hotel, lovely rooms, pool and views over the ocean as well as, of course Mt Etna. Had an excellent dinner at the onsite restaurant. Would definitely return. Only small negative for us was that it was a little hard to find. After the initial sign points the way the final sign to the driveway turn in is quite hidden and we only saw it on our second time around...could easily be remedied by putting it in a different place or making it more prominent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnifique relais spa en Sicile Idéal pour repos en couple ou en famille
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden little gem

Amazing hotel with amazing staff we will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful hotel in stunning location

We had a last minute change of hotel as the previous one (Vila Neri) contacted us the week before travel to say they could no longer accommodate us, therefore, we were a bit apprehensive. Have to say though it was really lovely, stunning location with distant sea views one side and Mt Etna the other. Beautifully designed hotel, our pool suite was spotlessly clean and modern. We were in 301 which was nearest to restaurant which slightly obscured wonderful view so think other rooms would have been slightly better, plus outdoor room space is very open so rooms 302-305 would perhaps be bit more private, however, only 15 rooms in total so it is very small, peaceful, relaxing hotel. Breakfast and evening restaurant food was lovely, though unfortunately restaurant wasn’t open for lunch the day we were there. Overall a tranquil paradise - you must try the amazing clementine jam!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pernilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familjärt lite mindre hotell med famtastiskt läge

Magiskt hotell med bedårade utsikt över medelhavet o i norr vulkanen Etna. Detta hotell har verkligen allt man kan önska sig omer där till. Personalen alltid hjälpsamma o trevliga.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quite simply - really great !

A beautifully restored hotel, newly opened in an idealic position between Etna and the sea. We received a very warm welcome from the owner Salvo upon arrival, no hint of irritation at the late hour of our arrival, in fact, quite the opposite, he went out of his way to make sure we were " fed and watered" and this kindness went a long way to help us relax, after our terrible ordeal at the Car Hire office in Catania. The rooms are light, fresh and airy, with simple modern furniture and extremely comfortable. Some suites and rooms are set within the main villa and some by the pool. The first have better panoramic views and the later are perhaps, more convenient for the pool. All have some outdoor space and pretty areas of garden are abundant. The pool is a salt water infinity pool and has stunning views. The vibe of the place is chic, but low key, breakfast and lunches on the terrace are typically Sicilian and as with all areas of the hotel overseen by the extremely friendly staff. I think their web site under sells the place and this is part of the charm, it gently delivers so much more than you expect, especially from a service point of view, we left feeling like members of the family that would be welcomed back and that is the mark of a really great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ludi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastische Lage

Wunderschön gelegen zwischen Meer und Ätna ist dieses Hotel einfach ein Traum. Dies Suiten sind sehr geräumig und geschmackvoll eingerichtet, sehr puristisch. Das Frühstück mit regionalen Produkten sehr schmackhaft. Sehr nette deutsche Servicekraft beim Frühstück. Abendessen auch sehr zu empfehlen. Schwimmen im Infinity Pool mit Blick aufs Meer einfach unvergleichlich. Sehr schöne Atmosphäre.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An oasis of calm.

In an industry always striving to find individuality and charm, but most often under delivering. Kepos is a great example of how to get it right. Everything is meticulously crafted under its owners eye. Well done Salvatore. We loved our ten days of peace and tranquility here. The lovely pool and perfect setting for sun worshipping made it difficult to leave. When we made a few excursions out, we were always happy to come back. Freshly prepared, honest, homemade food and lovely wines were on the menu. We preferred to eat here than the restaurant next door as the kitchen focused on good quality Sicilian ingredients. Our beautiful studio by the pool was clean, quiet and well equipped for our stay. The rooms tastefully decorated and spacious. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great retreat

The hotel is lovingly run by friendly and helpful staff. Lovely fresh fruits and local meats and cheeses plus home baked cakes for breakfast. Private spa really nice. Altogether a great way to relax and recharge.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice new hotel.

This is a very new hotel with a good view of the sea. Its location near Mt. Etna is excellent. Staff were very friendly and the room was comfortable. There are some good places to eat within easy walking distance.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

KEPOS ETNA RELAIS beautiful

cercavo un posto in sicilia un pò lontano dalla grande confusione, e dopo avere visualizzato varie proposte, ho trovato questa nuova costruzione, in una posizione straordinaria vicino alle più belli posti della sicilia, ma immersi nella tranquillità. un ringraziamento particolare al dott. angelo e alla famiglia. da questa posizione si possono raggiungere molti posti da visitare tra i piu belli della sicilia, tanto che 8 giorni sono stati troppo pochi.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Isobel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ulrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort