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Insulae Resort

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM, sun loungers
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Standard Double Room, Garden View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Family Quadruple Room, Pool View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Romantic Double Room, Sea View | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Via Samotracia, Cefalù, PA, 90015
  • Place, Cefalu Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Rocca of Cefalu
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Cefalu Cathedral
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Room, Sea View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Garden View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Double Room, Sea View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Romantic Double Room, Sea View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Pool View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Quadruple Room, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Exclusive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cefalù

With a stay at Insulae Resort in Cefalù, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Cefalu Beach and Acqua Verde. .This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Salinelle Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Salita Saraceno Staircase.

What's nearby

  • Acqua Verde - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Cefalu Beach - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Rocca of Cefalu - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Temple of Diana - 12 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 13 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lascari Station - 7 min drive
  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante al Gabbiano - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Foodda - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Il Palazzo - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lido Peter Pan - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Insulae Resort

Hotel in Cefalù with free breakfast and a sauna
Insulae Resort offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and barbecue grills.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Insulae Resort. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 40 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; 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 80.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 IT082027A165LU8CLD

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 January 01 to December 31
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
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

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Insulae Resort Hotel
Insulae Resort Cefalù
Insulae Resort Hotel Cefalù

Insulae Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning, the images do not capture how beautiful and clean this hotel is. Staff are amazing!! The old town is also stunning… This was a stunning experience and far more than we both anticipated. Thank you to all staff at the Insulae. See you again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Great place to chill

Insulae Resort's pool, serviced by great bar staff, is the perfect place to completely relax before hitting up beautiful Cefalu for an afternoon stroll or evening meal. It's a 10-minute drive to the centre of Cefalu so you'll need a car or taxi if you're planning to come back late - the hotel's minibus service ends in the early evening. While there is access to the sea 100 metres away, it's a very rocky beach. A second walkable beach option, 400 metres away, is serviced by another resort and was very loud (thumping music). It's worth noting that trains do pass by close to the hotel and there's a concrete factory close by that also produces background noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, but if you want to visit Cefalu city center not the best location. The hotel offers rides to city center but only limited hours. A 4 star hotel shouldn’t have instant coffee in the rooms should be broker quality. The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing private resort on a small scale: new, clean, and thought through in every little detail. The premises are aesthetic, good-smelling and feel exclusive. The garden feels like a cosy hideout. Great cocktail bar, both during the day and in the evening, with Salvo and Emanuele not missing a chance to surprise you and make you smile. The fine dining experience at the on-site restaurant “Zayn” is worth a mention, too. A complimentary electric shuttle and EV charging are available, too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous boutique property, perfect for R&R, lounging by the pool and indulging in the inventive tasting menu (a high point during our trip!). Fantastic pool and bar area with fast and friendly service. Charming Cefalu is a shuttle ride away and we appreciated not having to drive ourselves into the town. The staff were very kind and attentive. The only downside was the size of our room - extremely small, if I were to return, I would seek out a large room if that is an option. The private terrace helps make up for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were always friendly, yet always professional. Beautiful hotel and environment. The food in the restaurant was incredibly good, with excellent service. Somewhere to eat in the evening with a more relaxed atmosphere would have been nice. Walking into Cefalu isn't such an issue. Parts of the road arent paved, parts are. Just be careful and you can cut down a side street to take you onto the beach road. Takes about 40minutes walking Would I go back. Definitely !!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yuk Yi Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. But the property is a bit outdated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Del

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing restaurant! Luxury service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property and staff!! Excellent food and drinks!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Molly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful relaxing resort out of the way. Most staff were great. Breakfast was fantastic. Pool area amazing. Shuttle into Cefalu is great except that the last return shuttle is at 6:30 which doesn’t help you get into town for dinner so we had to take taxis back. Lunch options by the pool were a little too fancy for our tastes. Cold pool, brrrr.

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best feature of this hotel is its staff. The accomodation is well thought out, very comfortable and all looking iut iver the sea or pool. The fine dining is amazing, the cocktails and drinks were of a great standard. Shuttle.bus is a real bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deniz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stars stars stars...Very very clean room,first time ı used a bad cover withput anydept.So clean.Stuff,they are all nice ready for help,with smiling face all time.Dinner was perfect..That ı ever had the best.Breakfast is very satisfied,good coffee,and many choosing.. if you have any plan to Cefalu,do not hesitate to come here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food annd accommodations at Insulae resort! A little far from the city but it’s a nice getaway. Wish we could’ve stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

New resort, perfect location

Newly open, very friendly stuff, great breakfast, pool bar with amazing cocktails, quiet area:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely stay

Very friendly atmosphere, most amazing cocktails, great chill vibe. Also very short distance from the buzz and great restaurants of Cefalù.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Sandro

Enttäuschender Aufenthalt – fragwürdiger Service

Wir haben eine Woche lang zwei Zimmer im Hotel Insulae gebucht und wurden leider in mehrfacher Hinsicht enttäuscht. Beim Check-out wurden uns plötzlich zusätzliche Kosten berechnet – ohne vorherige Rücksprache. Uns wurde eine beschädigte Toilettenbrille in Rechnung ( 50€) gestellt, obwohl diese bereits bei unserer Ankunft alt, vergilbt und beschädigt war. Auch die Duschbrause war komplett verrostet – ein klarer Hinweis auf mangelnde Wartung. Statt Verständnis oder Klärung gab es nur eine Rechnung. Zusätzlich wurden uns 50 € berechnet, weil unser Sohn, der nicht im Hotel übernachtet hat, nach dem Mittagessen kurz mit aufs Zimmer kam, um ein Brötchen und Wasser von seiner Mutter zu holen. Diese Abrechnung ist völlig überzogen und unprofessionell. Auf meine E-Mail an das Management habe ich bis heute keine Antwort erhalten. Ein weiterer großer Minuspunkt ist die Lage des Hotels: In nur ca. 50 m Luftlinie befindet sich ein Zementwerk, das rund um die Uhr arbeitet. Der permanente Geräuschpegel – Maschinenlärm, LKW-Verkehr und industrielles Brummen – begleitet einen Tag und Nacht. Zusätzlich verläuft in etwa 10 m Entfernung eine Eisenbahnlinie, die regelmäßig befahren wird und den Lärmpegel weiter erhöht. Wer Ruhe und Erholung sucht, wird hier definitiv enttäuscht. Fazit: Wer Transparenz, Sauberkeit und eine ruhige Umgebung erwartet, sollte sich besser für ein anderes Hotel entscheiden.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025