About this property
The Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel is set in the historic centre of Linguaglossa, a nice Sicilian village within easy reach of Catania and Mount Etna. Rooms here offer soft colours, warm lights and natural textiles. The Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel's rooms are also air-conditioned and some boast frescoed walls. Treatments and massages are available in the Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel's wellness centre. The on site restaurant serves Sicilian specialities. Free parking is available upon reservation at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel. At reception you can book excursions on jeeps, quads, mountain bikes and riding donkeys. The staff can also arrange a shuttle transfer to/from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, upon request and at extra costs.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Victoria
United Kingdom“Easy to park, prepared diet appropriate items for breakfast. Also booked a session in the spa and a massage which was really great.” - Jason United Kingdom“Excellent hotel, great facilities. Staff very attentive and helpful 👍”
- Asiya
Spain“Great room in junior suite. Make you feel special. Restaurant and food in general is spectacular. Beautiful place to spend a romantic night before or after go to Etna.” 
Steve United Kingdom“Staff were super friendly, helpful and attentive. Took a real interest in our stay, arranged excursions and taxis. Luigui especially. The somelliers really knew their stuff. The Michelin star restaurant was amazing and the spa and massage was...”- Kym United Kingdom“Breakfast was amazing, so much choice and quality. Too much for 1 person. Staff knew every guest, couldn't do enough to help with the stay and very friendly.”
- Nicole
Australia“Marta was a very informed and generous host who helped us enormously The building was beautifully restored The rooms were well designed and comfortable” - Astrid
Belgium“An amazing luxury hotel. The staff were very friendly and helped with all you enquiries. The room was beautiful and bed really comfortable. The Spa was great and the massage was perfect!” - Brenton
Hong Kong“Fantastic staff, great location close to the Mt Etna Vineyards.” - Martin
Italy“Very calm and elegant setting. Staff were friendly and helpful. All the food we had (breakfast and sweet snacks in thr bar was delicious.” - Katarzyna
Poland“Piękny mały hotel ze wspaniałą restauracja z gwiazdką Michelen. Personel bardzo miły, hotel z piękna salą dzienną, gdzie można odpocząć czy poczytać książkę. Kolacja w restauracji - niesamowite przeżycie kulinarne. Bardzo ciekawe dania, świetnie...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Shalai Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
License number: 19087021A400322, IT087021A1UWFIB78Q
