Monaci Delle Terre Nere Hotel - Zafferana Etnea

Relais & Châteaux vineyard estate on Mount Etna with organic farm and private wine cellar

Accommodations

The 62 acre property of Monaci Delle Terre Nere houses rooms in the main historical building and in private lodges set among the vineyards. Each room retains original wood-beamed ceilings or exposed stone walls, and comes with a balcony or patio that looks out onto the garden, the Ionian Sea, or Mount Etna. Guests booking a private lodge have access to a swimming pool for exclusive use.

Dining & Wine

The Locanda Nerello restaurant serves lunch and dinner using vegetables and herbs picked from the hotel's own gardens, along with eggs from the 150 chickens on site. The on-site wine cellar offers estate-produced wines and local specialties, with tastings led by a knowledgeable sommelier. At the Convivium bar, the artisan mixologist crafts cocktails from botanicals grown on the property, and the bar also features live music on select evenings.

Wellness & Activities

Monaci delle Terre Nere offers a range of spa services including couples massage, full body massage, and yoga classes with a personal trainer. Guests can join guided walking tours through the estate's vineyards, bicycle rentals, and themed dinner nights that celebrate Sicilian culture. The infinity pool overlooks the coastline and provides sun loungers and umbrellas for relaxation.

Family-Friendly

Children have a dedicated playground and outdoor play equipment, plus board games and puzzle rentals, while parents can arrange babysitting or childcare services. Kid-friendly buffet options and special diet menus are available at the restaurant, and young ones can participate in cooking classes that include gathering eggs from the chicken coop. The entire estate is spread out over 62 acres, so families are shuttled by golf carts between the rooms and main areas.

Location & Grounds

Zafferana Etnea Monaci delle Terre Nere sits at 1600 ft above sea level on the slopes of Mount Etna, 1 mile from the town of Zafferana Etnea. The property extends over 62 acres of vineyards, orchards with over 100 varieties of fruit, and landscaped gardens, and includes a private helicopter landing pad. Guests are 20 minutes by car from the nearest beach at Acireale, and a shuttle can be arranged to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, a 40-minute drive.

• Location: 1600 ft altitude on Mount Etna, 1 mile from Zafferana Etnea, 22 miles from Taormina
• Rooms: Historical building and private vineyard lodges with original stone walls and wood beams
• Dining: Locanda Nerello restaurant, organic produce, estate wine cellar, artisan bar
• Wellness: Spa services, yoga classes, infinity pool, personal trainer
• Activities: Cooking classes, wine tastings, cycling, horse riding, themed dinners
• Extra: Private helicopter landing pad, golf cart shuttles, electric vehicle charging
• Ideal for: Couples, families, nature and wine enthusiasts

License number: 19087055B548708,IT087055B55VGLVBXW