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A clear blue infinity pool with a view of the sea and a green landscape.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is $415
$377 nightly
$415 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Via Leonardo da Vinci, 118, Santa Venerina, CT, 95010
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pista Santa Venera
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Timpa Natural Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Classic Double

A hotel room with a large bed, colorful striped pillows, and a wall with framed artwork.

King Classic Double

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite Pool

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a chair.

Suite Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • Sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Venerina

Located in Santa Venerina, Kepos Etna Relais & Spa is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from Parco Comunale di Zafferana Etnea and 5 minutes from Chiesa Madre di Santa Maria della Provvidenza. .This luxury guesthouse is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Mount Etna and 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Via Etnea.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Pista Santa Venera - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 15 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 19 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Corso Umberto - 22 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Antica Dolceria Dell'Etna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sabir - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪convivium bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Locanda Nerello - Ristorante, del Relais Monaci delle Terre Nere - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site.

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

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Enjoy Italian cuisine at nero di cenere, a theme restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Nero di cenere - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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 on-site 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)
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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 50 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 50 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

Kepos Etna Relais & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel set amongst stunning gardens and offering fabulous views of both sea and countryside. The hotel is well placed to visit Mount Etna. Varied breakfast was fresh and well presented. Staff go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. The king classic room we booked was much smaller than we’d expected so hotel kindly relocated us to a superior panoramic room which was lovely. All in all this was an oasis to end our two weeks touring Sicily. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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