Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Cefalu

Sunset hotel was amazing. The location is incredible. We had a room with a private pool and it was perfect.

Beautifully designed hotel, from the lobby to the room and of course the pool. Breakfast was super and the staff was very kind and helpful The pool was the cherry on top with tanning bad and an outside bar for snakes and drinks

The staff was very friendly and helped me book a cab for a very early morning departure to the train station. The hotel is a short walk from several beach clubs where you can rent chairs for around 20 Euros for the day. It's around a 20 minute walk to Old Town. The best part is the view from the rooftop pool of Old Town and La Rocca and as the name suggests, the sunsets from the hotel are beautiful. Comfortable rooms, plenty of communal space to enjoy drinks and watch the sunset and the pool area is great.

The Sunset is an excellent modern hotel situated on the seafront about 10 minutes walk from the town centre. Our room was comfortable and well-equipped with a nice balcony overlooking the sea, and there are several lounge areas, both indoors and outdoors. The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were really good, with hot food being cooked to order rather than being kept warm on a bauffet - definately a plus point. The rooftop pool is stunning, with two infinity edges, and the tiing is coloured to match the sea, which almost makes you feel like the water extends into the sea. Just a few minor negatives: 1. There are 12 steps up to the entrance, with no lift or ramp. 2. Although we couldn't fault the cleanlines, there were a few minor maintenance issues, such as water damage to the wall adjacent top the shower. 3. There is a nightclub close to the hotel, with loud music playing until 3am. Fortunately it was only on Friday and Saturday and our room was well soundproofed. However, overall, staying at the Sunset Hotel was a great experience and we would certainly return there again

Location great, lovely walk along the promenade to old town. Balcony with sea view and sunset view. Rooftop pool and sun beds. Excellent Spa if you wish to use, personally not my thing. Lift that was always working. Breakfast was good, warm food available on request. The owner was always around checking that everything was ok. Staff were so obliging and helpful, to name a few, Federico, Miriam, Giuseppe, both ladies on reception and the lady chef that cooked the omelettes, her name escapes me. The pianist on an evening was very good and created a relaxed atmosphere in the bar area. Hotel was 5 minute from supermarket and other shops and restaurant’s outside of the old town. Train station a 10-12 min walk from the hotel. Would recommend for 4 or 5 night stay.

We like it and we would return. Rooms are like new with a good shower and comfortable bed. It's deep into the pedestrian only area and a short walk to the beach (100 yards). Our balcony is over the top of a popular walking street and has ocean views. The room is quiet because of the high quality doors/windows. Fun to sit on balcony and watch people stroll in the evenings. Stayed 3 nights the first of May. 65 to 68 degrees but the bright sun makes it feel much warmer. The beach was very comfortable and not overly crowded. Sand is similar to Myrtle Beath. Plenty of restaurants, maybe 100. Gelato on every corner. Seafood is amazing. I suggest Restaurant Roma Vecchia that has a deck over the rocky beach. Also, be sure to walk the trial on the rocky beach. We had a driver from Daytrip bring us from Taormina and she had a little trouble negotiating the pedestrian only area. We called the hotel and they guided us in. Cefalu takes pictures of cars entering without a permit. Evidently, the hotel can inform the police of your drop off.

The lady who welcomed us at reception upon our arrival was very friendly and helpful and did everything she could to make our stay comfortable. The breakfast exceeded our expectations with a good variety of options and the most delicious cuppachino! Our room was spacious and beautifully decorated with the most beautiful sea view and a lovely little balcony on which we sat to enjoy the view. On the last day of our stay, the man at reception was helpful in arranging a taxi for us and he also dragged our heavy luggage for us to where the taxi could pick us up. Without a doubt, comfortable and central accommodation which I can recommend with great confidence!

the hotel was in the old town and was beautiful, the room was spotless and had a sea view. The owner was AMAZING - she gave fabulous recommendations, was so so friendly and hospitable. We also had a bit of an issue which she resolved brilliantly (we left our passports with her as there was an issue with the photocopier and we forgot to ask for them back and she forgot to give them) she managed to get them to us at our next destination so that we didn't have to go all the way back to Cefalu - she was amazing. Stay here - you will not be disappointed :-)

Ossuna Bay is a very nice small hotel located in the centre of Cefalu. It's close to the beach and all of the sites. It has a great breakfast with a wide selection included in the room rate. The one downside is that the hotel is in a ZTL zone and its parking lot is about 400m from the hotel itself. You need to coordinate with the hotel front desk to get access to the locked parking lot and tote your luggage to the hotel. Fortunately the person at the front desk was easy to communicate with and we got the car stashed safely away.

The location of the hotel is perfect — right near the entrance of the historical center. Parking is free for guests. Be sure to drive there first before checking in. You’ll also want to pack lightly since the walk from the parking lot to the hotel is about 8 minutes. However, that was no problem for us! The room was cool on a very hot weekend. When we arrived, our host offered discounted weekend tickets to a beach club for all-day umbrella and lounge chair service. She also had the tasty restaurant reservations. We had the best time in Cefalù with Ossuna Bay Hotel Boutique!

Fantastic hotel, easy walking distance to beach and centre of town. Breakfast exceptional with plenty of choice, rooms cleaned daily, safe and hairdryer in room, free aircon, spacious balcony. Staff very friendly and helpful, booked several excursions through the hotel and had the option to pay cash. Absence of swimming pool is not a problem, 5 minutes walk from beach.

We stayed at the Artemis Hotel for two nights. The front desk staff were really friendly and helpful. We really appreciated the free parking in their lot just up the street. Our room and bathroom were spacious - the shower was huge with really good water. We had a large deck off our room with comfortable chairs and a table. We were on the first floor, so we didn't have a view, but there was lots of foliage around and there was always a nice breeze. The breakfast was great and plentiful and the garden area where we ate was really pretty. The beach was only about a 5 minute walk down the road and it was probably another 10 minutes along the beach promenade to get into the old town. We really enjoyed our time in Cefalu and the Artemis Hotel was the perfect place to stay.

Absolutely lovely hotel, right at the heart of everything. Me and hubby just back home from a lovely 10 day stay. 5 min walk to the beach and 10 mins walk to the old town. Breakfast was fabulous, too many choices but all delicious. The only small gripe we had was that we didn’t have a balcony/terrace which we thought we’d booked but they said not! We had a couple of cloudy days so we just headed off to the train station which wasn’t far and went to Palermo and also Corleone which was stunning. All the staff at the hotel were lovely and helpful and would definitely go back there.

We spent 7 nights at this excellent hotel in Cefalu. The staff are amazing, so friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely and had a good-sized balcony which got some afternoon sun. The location is the best thing. Straight down to the beach and the train station just at the back. The traffic can be a bit noisy, but it didn't bother us, and we slept well. Breakfast was again superb, with lots of choice of sweet and savoury food. I liked the fact that teapots were available for tea. We had a wonderful holiday in Cefalu and would highly recommend this hotel. Thanks to all the great staff.

I stayed in Palermo, Cefalù, Agrigento, Ortigia, Taormina, and Catania. Cefalù was our second stop, and our first time staying at the Artemis Hotel -- it couldn't have been better. Dario showed us just how important an experienced and knowledgeable front man is; he's the face of the hotel and goes above and beyond for guests. His recommendations were excellent. The hotel also offers convenient nearby parking, and with the beach and a grocery store just a few hundred meters away, the location is ideal. We especially enjoyed winding down on the rooftop patio at the end of each day. Saluti

A small quiet hotel within close walking distance of the old town, the pool is beautifully clean and maybe at times a little to warm however don’t expect to be laying on your inflatable in it it is not big enough for that but it is ideal for cooling off a touch. The rooms where exceptionally clean and really well maintained. We had a sea view on the balcony and a bonus roof terrace with mountain and sea view off the main bedroom so that was a great treat. Staff couldn’t do enough for you and made the whole stay very relaxing.

Sehr freundlicher Empfang, ebenso sehr freundlicher Service beim Frühstück. Saubere Zimmer mit Terrasse zum Pool gelegen. Ablagemöglichkeiten im Badzimmer sind eher eingeschränkt. In Gehdistanz zur Altstadt.

This is as good as it gets. Meticulous attention to detail and room cleaning very day means there is nothing i can realistically fault. The suites all have a separate lounge/kitchenette which is very spacious and has a large sofa with pullout bed underneath. The breakfasts are consistently good and I would describe as continental with a wide selection. The rooms have everything you expect from a hotel with some additional catering facilities. The staff are all pleasant and helpful and it is on a (surprisingly quiet, yet busy) road next to a nice beach and 10 minutes stroll to the pleasant old town centre. We had a great holiday.

We stayed here for three nights, in October. The hotel was excellent. Our suite was spotlessly clean, and everything was in perfect condition. The whole place sparkled with light. Beds were very comfortable, the rooms spacious, the balconies roomy and bright, and the bathroom pritine. The staff were efficient and friendly, and the breakfast generous, of a good quality and in a pleasant patio area. The walk into town was truly, along the beach, and took less than ten minutes to be at the main piazza. We will definitely use this hotel again, and recommend it. Cefalu town is lovely too.

This hotel is opposite the beach and within a few minutes walk of Cefalu town. Recently built and all in very good clean condition, hotel and apartment decorated in a relaxing blue & white nautical theme. Our apartment was very spacious with a balcony overlooking the sea - woke to the sound of the waves. Equipped with everything you need to eat in if that's what you prefer but many eateries in the town. All staff were very friendly and helpful. A good choice of breakfast foods.

The room was very clean and was serviced every day, and the air conditioning provided a nice occasional break from the heat outside. We were on the ground floor with an outside terrace and nice view of the pool. The location is perfect, being right on the beach and close to local bars and restaurants. It is a short walk to Cefalu old town which has many great restaurants and cafes, and the view at sunset is stunning. There were many great options for breakfast which was located on the roof of the hotel, the view of Cefalu was amazing. The pool area was perfect for sunbathing and swimming. We also had access to the hotel’s private section of the beach with sunbeds, parasols and showers included with our booking. We were able to iron our clothes at their sister hotel, Cefalu Sea Palace which is located a 1 minute walk away. The cafe, bar and restaurant had good options for food and drinks at reasonable prices. The staff brought drinks and snacks to the pool area on request.

A walk across the road and you on the promenade and beach. Which is very very busy and split between private areas where you pay for sun loungers and parasols and areas where you take your own. The sister hotel to the Victoria Palace is Cefalu Sea Place Hotel is 70 meters down the road and offers free use of their private beach, sun loungers etc.. Breakfasts are good and offer a wide range of cooked and continental and eaten on the roof top restaurant. We had a lovely dinner at the Sea Palace , again a lovely roof top restaurant with great views. Both these hotels are about seven to ten minutes walk into the very busy town, so lovely to get back to quiet. The rooms were very quiet, we stayed on the ground floor so we’re pleasantly surprised not to hear people walking above us. Very helpful and friendly staff. There is a road level bar and cafe in the hotel and a seating area to the side between the road and the swimming pool. Cefalu is definitely a beach and swimming pool destination and therefore is hugely popular and very busy.

A modern, beautifully decorated hotel with great facilities. Across the street from the oceanfront promenade and a beautiful stretch of beach. It's a 5 minute walk to the historic old town and along the way are a number of excellent restaurants (try Al Gabbiano). We were on the third floor, room 306 and enjoyed a patio overlooking their large swimming pool/deck with a side view to the ocean. The room was functional and very comfortable and we really enjoyed the large bathroom and shower. It is steps away to the modern town centre and beautiful shops. A delicious buffet breakfast is served on the rooftop with a panoramic view of the oceanfront. Their chef will prepare eggs of your choice. Their Receptionists, Anna and Martina were so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed delicious pizza and gelato at the Cafe. We were enroute back to Palermo for our flight home and it was a great stay to end our Sicilian journey. We would like to return one day and stay a week (or more!)

We have just returned from a 10 day stay at this hotel. The breakfast is varied and excellent choices of fruit , cakes and eggs, together with a chef ready to make an omelette and a friendly barista. The breakfast area is situated on the rooftop terrace overlooking the sea. The rooms cleaned thoroughly on a daily (we had a club room on ground floor) and the bed was extremely comfortable. All staff working at the hotel were very friendly, assisting with drinks around the pool. The hotel is perfectly located between the town and its own section of beach, with complimentary beach towels, beds and umbrella. We hope to return.

Nice hotel ideally situated close to the beautiful old town. We stayed on a bed and breakfast basis. The breakfast was ok but nothing special. We did eat at the restaurant and had a very nice meal. The receptionists were very friendly and helpful. Alesia ( sorry if the spelling is wrong) and Anna both went to great lengths to help make our stay a good one. One complaint was that the music at the pool could be a bit too loud, we’re not in Ibiza ! 😄

Almost a stop in the shower, so you're standing in a pool of water. Our a/c was also weird, making noice during the night. Pretty thin walls so could here when the neighbor took a shower. Otherwise very clean and good location

Gem of a hotel in the heart of the old town. The staff gave us advanced information regarding where to park our rental car. If you’ve driven around Sicily you know how important it is to get help with parking. The lot was secure and a taxi came a few minutes after our arrival to take us the short distance to the hotel. This hotel is very modern with new fixtures and air conditioning. The room is a good size with new double pane glass windows and balcony doors that keep the room quite. The location affords easy walking access to all of Cefalù’s main attractions. The breakfast was as expected and served in a comfortable dining room. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Great place to stay when visiting Cefalù.

Our family spent 10 days in Italy, traveling from Rome down the Amalfi coast to Sicily. La Plumeria was one of the best places we stayed. Cefalu is gorgeous, with narrow streets and stunning views. La Plumeria is located down a main street, near the cathedral and the Piazza del Duomo, as well as many restaurants. We walked from the train station, which is kind of a trek with roller bags, but well worth the walk. The rooms are comfortable and charming. We stayed in one with a sleeping loft for our son and had a view of the sea. The breakfast is a bit costly, but there are many places nearby for a light breakfast and espresso before exploring the Rocca or the beach.

The hotel is a very nice boutique hotel right at the end of Corso Ruggero, the main tourtist shopping street and right in the middle of the city. Very convenient to the train station. It is walkable, but if you have physical limitations or a lot of luggage, you can take a taxi. The hotel has a really nice breakfast room, with possibilities of eating outside, and a good international breakfast buffet. The staff was professional and personable. In fact, I had to leave early before breakfast hours, but was still offered coffee, yogurt and biscotti. My room was nice and comfortable, albeit a little cool in March, as there didn't seem to be any heat. I would definitely stay here again.

Beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of old town Cefalu. Convenient to restaurants, historical landmarks, beach, and shopping. Fun to walk around the area and to sit by the sea and people watch. The hotel provides parking several blocks from the hotel so they must be contacted if transportation to the hotel is requested. Breakfast is the only meal provided. The room was small but clean with a small balcony facing the street. We were two friends traveling together and would have preferred twin beds but had to share a queen. But overall the hotel and stay was wonderful.

The view from our room was incredible, the staff were wonderful and always helpful. The food quality at the restaurant was excellent and had a number of great options within walking distance too. The beach was perfect and had some great spots for snorkeling, kayaking and rock jumping. The pool was always sparsely populated as most were at the beach, so the kids were able to play in a giant pool mostly to themselves. A shout out to Nino at the restaurant and Elisa at the beach who made us very welcome.

We had a brilliant time at Calanica. The resort is located in the most beautiful hillside location with great access to a small private beach and spectacular views over the coastline with a stunning sunset. The bungalows have everything you need and are kept spotlessly clean by the brilliant staff. The breakfast was fantastic, we enjoyed a plentiful and wide range of foods both sweet and savoury, slightly changing daily allowing us to try different Sicilian foods. The drinks were great, as was our pizza we enjoyed by the beach, which were all so easy to order from the beachfront. From the hotel, it’s about a half hour walk into Cefalù town down the hill via a lovely seafront path, so not too far but allows you some separation from the busier areas of town. This is a gem of a resort and I recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing break in paradise. Thanks so much Domenico, Giancarlo, Matteo, Deano and everybody at Calanica for a great experience on our holiday! Maddy

First and foremost, you absolutely cannot beat the view! Each of the bungalows are situated so everyone staying at the resort can enjoy the smells and sounds of the sea. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet is much better than others might suggest (either that or we were simply impressed with everything because we’re American and not used to the deliciousness of Siciliano dolci! We traveled in April which is just before the busy season, so the weather was a bit too chilly for the beach, but sun lovers will appreciate the solarium and chaise lounges next to the small strip of sandy beach. Will not hesitate to visit again.

This is one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The view is incredible. The property is unreal. Highly, highly recommend - the photos don’t do it justice. Loved the villa style room and balcony overlooking the beautiful ocean, loved the breakfast (the amazing Matteo, Illaria and the whole team looked after us everyday and were so friendly), the sun lounger areas were stunning and comfortable, the sand beach felt totally private - such amazing ocean swimming in a clear, gorgeous ocean, dinner was fantastic in the restaurant, the whole team were fantastic. A great winery and pizzeria close by. Walkable to Cefalù town but much a much nicer and quieter place to stay.

The resort was gorgeous. It is cliff side and the views are amazing. The little bungalows that you can stay in are very private and cosy. The staff was lovely and even though we were the only Americans there, most of the staff spoke english with us. It seemed like the staff also spoke french as there were a lot french guests. Everyone seemed to be friends at the resort, it seems like they have a lot of return guests. The sunsets were gorgeous. Definitely get to dinner early so you can enjoy the sunset while you eat.

WE had room 328 which looked out towards the town and beach. The sun hit the balcony at 7.00 and went behind the building by 9.00 which must be a relief in the peak heat days. This hotel is spotless. No odd little bits of rubbish or a glass left neatly hidden somewhere. The bar which wasn't used a great deal was below the ground floor on the pool level. Reception area was always deserted with guests but always manned. Daniel was just one of the lovely receptionists who was always helpful and pleasant. Half board was our choice with menu and waiter service. We had the same table reserved every night. The Maître d' ran the restaurant with the brilliant staff serving and clearing away efficiently and always pleasant. The food content was mainly Italian based but alternatives for everyone. All four courses. We didn't have one bad meal in the 14 days. Breakfast buffet had a massive choice and enough for anyone. Our room was very quiet. Some guests say they heard music from a basement wedding venue but three floors up we didn't hear anything. One day they held a Christening but the efficiency of the staff, which is military, didn't affect any boarders. This is not a cheap hotel but only slightly above other hotels. The pool area could be quite hot but the private beach with loungers and umbrellas within the price was a bonus. As mentioned above this is a very quiet hotel with no entertainment, happy hours and Duracells running everywhere......bliss

Hotel being right on the promenade so an easy stroll to the very picturesque old town with its many restaurants and to its private beach. Beach is a bit rocky but something had been laid so could walk into the sea without having to walk over the rocks. We paid extra for a superior room so had a side view of the sea. It was on the west side of the hotel so had view of a car park as opposed to the pool but better than if a building there e.g. another hotel as would have blocked view of the sea. Pool a good size with plenty of sun beds that were not close to each other so never felt crowded. Reasonably wide choice at breakfast but some aspects e.g. bacon not top notch. Staff very friendly and helpful but a bit more communication would have been helpful including that the outside bar area was going to be open so could have arranged to go there. If we ever go back to Cefalù we would not hesitate to book to stay there.

I had the pleasure of staying in this lovely hotel for a week and can’t fault a thing. The rooms are spacious and spotlessly clean, the maids do an amazing job. Reception staff are friendly and always on hand to help you with anything, nothing was ever a problem. The barman in the blue tshirt at the pool area makes a great Aperol Spritz and is very friendly. Food was very nice and plenty of choice, I didn’t stay for dinner but enjoyed lunch a few times. The staff at breakfast were hardworking and always making sure tables were cleared and clean. The hotel pool area is peaceful with enough sun-beds for everyone without feeling crowded as I find some hotels can be. The private beach that’s included in the price of your stay is right across the road from the main entrance and perfect for a sunny day. My only disappointment is that I couldn’t stay longer, I’d love to come back and highly recommend staying here to anyone visiting Cefalu.

Great location, good size room with huge balcony, quiet location, good breakfast, freindly and professional staff. Good size pool and pool area. Close to train station. Great breakfast room on the top floor.

Super hotel, not too big, bit querky. Very friendly guests from UK and elsewhere. Good pool, no problems getting a sun-bed at any time. We had a suite facing the sea, great views. Only significant complaint is the nosie on Saturday night. The hotel opens its garden to become a bar with thumping loud music which starts at 11pm and goes on into the small hours! No warning given. Rooms facing the pool or front get the noise. we did complain the next morning and got just a faint 'sorry' from the front desk. Also they are strict about not taking food in from outside shops etc. Which is undertandable but they dont provide much bar food selection in the evening.

From the moment you arrive till you leave, place is Remarkable. Check in was soo smooth. Great with a happy smile. Our luggage carried to our room. All questions explained. Room had a balcony facing the beach. The beach was walking across the street. Place was spotless, Room was spotless. Hotel close to all, food ,shopping and Site Seeing. Check out was flawless. Make sure you eat in their dining room. They gave us a 20 pct coupon. Evening in the dining room ,you get to witness a spectacular sunset. Food menu lots to choose from. Not expensive. Service was above and beyond. Only drawbacks were. Shower was only warm , never hot. The room had lighting, but was dimly lit. We will be back!

Excellent resort across from the beach. We had an ocean front room which made for excellent nightcaps on the balcony. Staff is amazing. The place could use some renos as it is a little outdated. Well kept and clean. If you are looking for a quiet place this place is not for you as you hear people talking till late. We were very happy with this resort as location was the best. We would definitely recommend and we hope to come back. Thank you Hotel Riva Del Sol for an amazing few days.

Charming old school euro hotel. Service was outstanding. Staff courteous and friendly. We loved the location and hotel that we booked in an extra night. Cefalu is a great place to visit in Sicily. We stayed 6 days. Never got tired of walking to every meal and just enjoying the atmosphere. Hike to the Castle and Greek temple by just walking from the hotel. A truly great experience. Hotel location is across the street from the beach with its Poseidon Bar. Even in November sunny and warm. Just relax on the perfect sand.

It was in a perfect location, right across from the beautiful sea , the hotel was beautiful, the staff was kind and friendly, our room was clean , bathroom was great and they did our laundry for us since we have been traveling for weeks, folded it and put it on the bed , we felt like kings and Queens , breakfast and dinners were delicious , they had a private parking for us as well we highly recommend Hotel Riva Del Sole 😀

The location was directly across the street from the beach. Woke up every morning looking at the ocean. Location was perfect!! Staff are top notch. Housekeeping kept our room clean and fresh every day. As we were there for 11 days. We actually changed plans to stay here instead of going to Sorrento. We loved it so much.

Great location in Cefalu, which is an amazing place to stay. Right next to the beautiful beach and only a 15 minute walk into town. Lovely swimming pool, good size and plenty of sun loungers with umbrellas to use. Also private beach area available to hotel residents. Room good size with small balcony overlooking pool and sea. Very friendly staff and good breakfast choices. Secure parking available at a charge of 15 euros per day.

Hotel Tourist We had a fab stay at the hotel. A room for 4 with a double and 2 singles. Plenty of room for us and our teens. Bathroom was large with a great shower. No problems with hot water and shower was powerful. Sweet little balcony with 2 chairs over looking the town. In April we didn’t use the air con but all looked to be good. Everything was super clean and fresh towels were soft, white and smelled great. Breakfast was plentiful even though we were there in the last half hour. Fresh pastries, eggs, bacon, cereal, fruit and yoghurts. Great range of teas and coffee. The pool was lovely. A few ventured in even in April. Beds were comfortable, clean and looked new. Lots of updates going on.. painting and tree cutting etc as the start of season but did not interrupt our time. Staff were always polite and helpful with directions and advice. The walk into town was 10 mins on the flat. Definitely not too far. I would 100% recommend this hotel for a lovely break. It was excellent value and the bonus of the pool made it great value. Will definitely return. Cefalu is just beautiful.

This hotel had everything I expected from a 3* hotel - and a bit more. I was a little concerned having read some of the reviews but I needn’t have worried. The bedroom and bathroom were both quite big. We had a little private balcony overlooking the sea and pool and that was great (I might have paid extra for that - can’t remember). The bedroom furniture was a bit basic but perfectly adequate. It is a 15-20 minute stroll into town but it’s along the seafront so I rather liked the location as it was quieter than in the centre. Breakfast was good and the staff were friendly. The other reviews were right about the coffee though - it was the worst we had in the 3 weeks we were travelling around Sicily. The pool is really big (25 metres or so) and was lovely.

This hotel is nice, away from downtown along the beach. Great views, a nice pool, and private beach. They charge extra for the beach and parking. The breakfast was very good with great choices. It was worth the money. The pool is swimmable and there is a lifeguard.

Perfect location within easy walking distance of the town. Nice swimming pool with pool toys available for children. Great view of the sea from the balcony. Would have stayed more nights but rooms weren't available.

If you are used to and want a big swanky hotel with a pool and all the trimmings and you dont mind paying way over the odds then this hotel is not for you. If however you want a nice clean room, friendly staff and a really good location at a reasonable price then read on. This hotel is right in old Cefalu and I thought it was quite charming. No pool but who needs one when the beach is 3 minutes away. All the rooms are reasonably kitted out with air conditioning and shower etc. If you want a view you can go upto the roof terrace. Excellent location for everything in Cefalu. As its just me the B&B style of this hotel suited me perfectly as I like to go out and sort my own meal out in the evening and dont want to be tied down to a resort hotels meal schedule. The staff are really kind and friendly, would and probably will go there again.

Abbiamo fatto fatica per la prenotazione ma h.hotel risolve ogni problema (grazie) e devo dire menomale che ho insistito nel voler andare in questo hotel La giara, tanta gentilezza, cortesia, e disponibilità nell'accoglierci e di Cefalù, ci siamo subito innamorati, una cittadella così vivace alle 23:30 siamo riusciti a cenare. La stanza molto carina e confortevole, siamo saliti in terrazza c'è una bellissima vista sul mare, ottima ed abbondante la colazione nella saletta ristorante, anche questa molto curata, con una bella cantina di vini peccato che il poco tempo a disposizione non è bastato per assaggiare la loro cucina....ma torneremo!!

The location was perfect. It was bit of a walk from the train but certainly not difficult. There is an elevator at the hotel which makes life so easy! It’s a stones throw from the sea front in the old town. All the main attractions are within an easy walk. La Giara has fabulous evening rooftop bar with amazing views of the cathedral and La Rocca. There are restaurants in the next street that have great food and are perched over the rocks with waves gently crashing. What a lovely lunch we had! Great location and lovely staff.

Friendly reception staff. Comfortable room, and we were offered a choice of a quiet room at the back or one with a balcony at the front, we chose the front and it wasn't very noisy, especially with the windows closed and air-con on. Lovely shower. No restaurant on site but you can pay 5 euros for a voucher to go to a cafe overlooking the cathedral for breakfast, which was fine. About a minute from the beach, and right next to everything else (Cefalu is very small!).

The hotel was nice. The room was large with a comfortable bed. The bathroom was small. Getting in and out of the shower was a tight squeeze, but keep in mind I do need to go on a diet. The people at the front desk had limited English skills, but were very nice and helpful. Thank goodness the air conditioner worked so well because it was hot in Cefalu. Also it was centrally located to all the must see sights in Cefalu. I would definitely stay there again.

There is not enough that I can say about this property. It was clean, spacious and incredibly beautiful. It felt luxurious and things were certainly thought of in the design. Breakfast was included and was amazing! Totally worth the money, we had pool access, played at the tennis courts and enjoyed a beautiful meal on the property.

There are a few things that make this hotel as wonderful as it is. First and foremost is the staff. Vincenzo and Rosanna were so kind and helpful, assisting with restaurant reservations, beach plans, navigation - really anything needed. Special thanks to the very kind man at the desk early in the morning for helping with a request for coffee before the hotel restaurant opened for breakfast. This was a wedding anniversary for us and the staff helped us celebrate generously. The rooms are luxurious. The shower was incredible. The pool is amazingly serene and the view of the ocean from there along with the Trees of Heaven that sit astride the pool will be long remembered. The beach club area is wonderful as well. Spend the morning and early afternoon at the beach and then relocate to the pool for the afternoon. Take your time driving up the narrow road to the property - it’s tight!Will definitely return to Alberi del Paradiso!!

This hotel exceeded our expectations !!! Could not find fault as everything and everyone was of such high standard. The hotel was magnificent the grounds so well taken care of and the rooms and common areas like the pool and breakfast hall were so well equipped so clean and well maintained . The staff are exceptional always so friendly and willing to help we found Matteo at reception a superstar !!! He is the gold standard of excellence in service ⭐️ . Breakfast was fantastic and if you can possibly leave the amazing pool area the hotel offer chairs and umbrellas at their own private beach . We truly had a perfect stay . Thankyou so much

Pool and dining area are beautiful and private. Staff is excellent and very accommodating. Tennis and shuttle to private beach are huge bonus features. Overall, it was amazing but there are some negatives: walking home after a night in Cefalu city can be tiring. The hotel is very uphill. Our room had a funny smell every time we came home. Also, the walls are thin – we could hear a room full of kids next to us. It had adult-only honeymoon vibes, so when kids show up at the pool it ruins the energy and noise levels.

The hotel is very pretty, well appointed and is very clean! The hotel staff is amazing! Rosanna, in particular, helped me when I was having trouble with a rental car confirmation. She assisted me with a few other requests, and is fabulous at her position. Irene was kind and lovely, as well as everyone else that we engaged. Fabrizio at the pool bar makes a very delicious St Germain Spritz! Breakfast on the terrace is lovely, as well as the view from the pool! Thank you!☺️

When I entered the facility,I was struck by a pleasent scens.It was very clean and chic.At the teception friendly and attentive Dana ,welcomed us. She was always friendly and helpfulOur room was large,spacious,clean, the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was varied and satisfying.Terrace in front of the villa Gaia Hotel is sea view and relaxing.

Breakfast was delicious. Location was great. Use of beach chairs was a great amenity.

Great shower and nice breakfast, the lady that looked after the breakfast was so lovley.

I travel a lot, so stayed in countless apartments, houses in hotels before. There aren’t many that I would like to come back to, but Abelia joins this small list. Everything was perfect - from how we were greeted by Chelsea (and she kept delivered during the whole period) to how good the actual rooms were. We had 2 rooms, basically, where each had a separate TV. I was pleasantly surprised to see Amazon Fire Sticks used. As someone who carries one of Google Chromecasts with him when travelling, it was the first time in a while when I didn’t need to use it. But TVs aren’t for everyone, unlike this small and cozy balcony we could use each evening while drinking some local wine. Or that spacious shower, which was such a joy to use when you’re almost 2m tall (writing this from the next place, where the shower is too low for my 1.76m tall wife). And then there is the location - the sandy beach is just across the road. What else can anyone desire? I rarely come back to same places when travelling, since the world is too big not to see as much as possible. But if I’m back to Cefalu - this is where I’m staying.

Abelia We recently stayed at Abelia Sea Suites in Cefalu, Sicily. Our apartment was perfectly positioned on the sea front esplanade, with only having to cross the esplanade to be in the sea and in easy walking distance to visit the sites in town! On arrival, we were greeted by a friendly host, Gabriella, who explained how to access the apartment building and our apartment. The apartment was ultra modern and spacious and comfortable. We had a small balcony out front, overlooking the ocean. It was perfect for enjoying a glass of Prosecco and watching the beautiful sunset. Chelsea, the lovely manager, prepared a tasty breakfast, which included your choice of coffee! There is an escalator to help take your luggage up to the various levels! The family owned restaurant just outside the building door to the left, served tasty meals with a sea view! Thank you Chelsea and Gabriela! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Everything! Very easy to get to, thanks to Chelsea’s directions. Parked our car safely in the paid parking which is 2-3 minute walk to the property. The property is exceptionally clean and very modern with great attention to detail. Beds are super comfy and the linens and pillows are of excellent quality. The view of the beach is spectacular from the room and the public beach is across the street. The sand is soft and the water crystal clear. Beach umbrellas and beach towels are available for guests at the property. Very good breakfast served and can be eaten on the lovely terrace overlooking the ocean and city. There is an excellent restaurant (Al Gambino) just below. Eat there and you won’t be disappointed. Historical center is right there, just have a stroll around and enjoy the beauty. Honestly, fantastic accommodations in a fabulous location with excellent hospitality and service.

Albelia Sea Suites was our favourite stay of our whole trip of 23 days and staying at 8 other places. We had the most amazing view of the Tyrrhenian Sea from our balconiy. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was great. It’s a modern, tastefully decorated suite right at the start of Old Town. Chelsea recommended her family restaurant (Al Gabbiano) for dinner and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious, reasonably priced and we got a 10% discount. Breakfast the next day was awesome! It was a buffet with so much variety including fresh, sweet and savoury pastries, meats, cheeses, eggs, fruit and so much more. It was the best breakfast of the trip. We loved our stay at Albelia Sea Suites and only wish we would have been there longer.

Location is incredible, right across from the beach and such a short walk to everything the old town has to offer. The hotel is modern, beautiful and is equipped with an elevator. The room itself exceeded our expectations, it was very well designed, super spacious, beautiful bathroom with an amazing shower. It was one of the best hotel rooms we have ever had in Italy. We had the room with the hot tub and terrace which was so worth the cost. The view was amazing and the hot tub was such a relaxing activity at the end of the day. The service was terrific. Chelsea was so friendly, warm and welcoming. She was available for anything that we needed.

Highly recommend! We stayed 3 nights in October. The B&B is centrally located - 2 min walk to the Duomo square, a 15 minute walk from the train station and a 5 min. walk to the beach. The B&B is on a quiet side street; to enter we went into an inner courtyard and up 2 short flights of stairs. Rita, the owner, met us at the courtyard entrance. Rita is lovely! She gave us a map of the town, along with her suggestions for restaurants, activities etc. She provides a wonderful breakfast - croissants, homemade cakes, meats/ cheeses, fruit, coffees made to order. Our room was quiet, clean, with a comfortable bed and shower. Umbrellas for the beach and a drying rack for our wet swimsuits were available. Rita and her staff were very hospitable, friendly and kind. While in Céfalu, we climbed the rock, went to the farmer's market, strolled the town and went to the beach. The weather was perfect. We loved our stay at B&B Agrodolce and would return in a heartbeat. Thank you! Margaret & Bob

I loved Agrodolce and Rita, our amazing hostess /owner!! Rita is warm, welcoming, gracious, and a gifted baker! Her breakfasts are incredible with a variety of fresh, homemade baked Sicilian delights daily. Sweet and savory choices. The bed and linens were heavenly! The views from my balcony at night of La Rocca and its cross, lit at night, and the Duomo towers was lovely. The B&B is tucked in on an Old Town street, near the beach, pier, shops, and all local attractions. The entry door to the B&B is well worn….don’t let it fool you. There’s a treasure stay at the top of the stairs! And you may wish you’d booked more nights. Cefalu is a total delight. Explore! And don’t miss La Rocca. And the walk on the rocky path by the seashore. Rita has the best tips on restaurants and sites. Ask. She also is gifted in warmly engaging with her guests. A lovely opportunity to get to know one of Sicily’s most wonderful women. Enjoy your stay! Guaranteed!!

Location: perfect,right in the heart of the historic centre, not too far to walk to the beach and promenade, and extremely close to the Duomo and main square . Rita responded quickly to any requests for information and was waiting for us at the arranged time to show us to the apartment . There are steps ( about 46 ) before reaching the apartment ( but it is worth it) our room with balcony was perfect with a view looking down onto a local street towards the sea or looking up at La Rocca. Spotlessly clean, beach towels provided, a good safe and everything you needed ( plenty of hangars) There was a good choice of breakfast each morning, breads, fresh cakes, pancakes, fruit etc which could be taken on a lovely little balcony overlooking red roofed buildings. Beach umbrellas were available which we did use. There are four rooms, so a peaceful B&B right in the heart of Cefalu. I definitely would recommend a stay here, with Rita being the perfect host.

Our host Rita answered all our inquiries promptly. When I inquired if I could drop our bags off at 11am she immediately got back to me. When we arrived our room was ready for us to check in. The room was immaculately cleaned with lovely linens on the bed, 2 water bottles in the fridge, a hot water kettle, and a small coffee machine. There was a clothesline on the balcony for us to use. The location is perfect - close to the Duomo and a block away from the beach. Breakfast on the small balcony was plentiful with delicious sweet and savory dishes, eggs, crepes, yogurt, croissants, meats, cheese and fresh fruit. There was even a toaster if you wanted to make toast. The coffee was strong and delicious. Agrodolce B&B is a gem in Cefalu and excellent value. We were only there for two nights and I wished I could’ve stayed longer.

Rita!Rita!Rita! Rita is a wonderful and generous young woman. She made are stay in Cefalu a dream come true.We told her what time we were arriving and meet us at the street entrance.She grabbed both our bags and marched up three flights of stair without any hesitation. She opened the door to her b&b and were a brilliant room filled with light and fresh air. The kitchen dining room was sparkling fresh and clean.She showed us to our with a view of The Rock.Give us a list of three excellent restaurants nearby. One,Chat Noir, we ate at twice.Rita answered all questions and offered help whenever we needed it.A truly amazing and wonderful person.So engaging and happy to be able to serve and help us.She made are trip to Cefalu a very memorable part of our stay.