Nestled in the heart of the city, Shalai Resort offers a haven with a coffee shop, library, and rejuvenating sauna. Unwind at Shalai's on-site restaurant or indulge in dry cleaning services for ultimate convenience. Connect to WiFi and enjoy perks like free self-parking.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Sauna
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Spa services
Babysitting
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Library
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Babysitting (surcharge)
Television
Daily housekeeping
Blackout drapes/curtains
Laundry service
Minibar
$107 nightly
The total price is $123
$123 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Business Double Room Single Use, Balcony
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
151 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed
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Family Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Day bed
431 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed
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Comfort Double Room, 2 Twin Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Junior Suite, Terrace
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Day bed
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Design Double Room, No Windows
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Business Single Room, Balcony
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed
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Junior Suite, Balcony
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Day bed
312 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 60 min drive
Fiumefreddo Station - 19 min drive
Mascali Station - 21 min drive
Letojanni Station - 22 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle
Restaurants
Bar Le Palme SRL - 2 min walk
Bar Nica Nuci - 3 min walk
Rifugio Ragabo - 1 min walk
Wunderbar - 4 min walk
Ristorante Pizzeria Antonio - 9 min walk
About this property
Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel
Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mount Etna. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a sauna.
Languages
English, French, Italian
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Babysitting*
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available on request)*
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Helicopter/airplane tours
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Spa services
Sauna
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
Dining
Shalai - Onsite restaurant.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
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.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Also known as
Shalai Linguaglossa
Shalai Resort
Shalai Resort Linguaglossa
Shalai Resort Linguaglossa, Sicily, Italy
Shalai Resort
Shalai Exclusive Small Gourmet
Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Hotel
Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Linguaglossa
Frequently asked questions
Does Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a Turkish bath.
Are there restaurants at or near Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Shalai.
What's the area around Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel like?
Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel is in the heart of Linguaglossa, a short 1-minute walk from San Francesco of Paola Church and 16 minutes' walk from Vivera Winery.
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Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Enjoy.
Excellent staff, full spa including massage and a Michelin star restaurant. Also close to gateway to Mt Etna.
SAM
SAM, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2022
Excellent experience, great service.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
This hotel was a "wow" all around. The photos don't do it justice:
1) The area: the town it was in is super cute. Everyone knows one another in the area. Views of Etna were incredible. Just a very beautiful region of sicily.
2) The service: the front desk helped us book a helicopter tour of etna. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour, it was fantastic!
3) Spa: Wow wow wow - beautiful turkish bath, and you get it all to yourself with the fee. My husband and I enjoyed this immensely!
4) Restaurant: Probably the best meal we had in sicily. Incredibly creative, beautifully plated dishes. Props to the chef!
5) The rooms - baroque revival, with hand painted ceilings, just amazing. Comfy beds and nice rainfall showers in bathroom.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
We were wine tasting for 3 days around the north side of Mt Etna. Hotel in a great location. The town of Linguaglossa is a little slow and limited. But this was shoulder reason. Staff was excellent- eager to please and very responsive
Winston
Winston, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2022
We had a truly lovely time at Shalai. They came recommended by friends who stayed earlier in summer. The hospitality was amazing. Marta and her team were so helpful. We loved their dining recommendation and the resort itself was so well maintained and comfortable. Amazing breakfast and we used the Spa features and treatments as a special treat and we are so glad we did.Not something we normally indulge in but it was a special occasion and was well worth it- great value. We wish we could have stayed a little longer to explore the Etna wine country but are really happy we were able to visit for the time we did.
Alana
Alana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Javoy
Javoy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Très bel hotel dans un ancien palais. Ideal pour visiter la face nord de l'etna ou taormina. Le restaurant étoilé au guide michelin est top et le petit déjeuner vaut le détour. Chambre confortable et calme. Incontournable
vincent
vincent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Sergei
Sergei, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 24, 2023
All rooms on the 3rd floor have no windows, mattress and linens were 3 star at best. Owner of the hotel Leonardo extremely rude, and lacks basic customer service skills.
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2022
Hanna
Hanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2022
Daniele
Daniele, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2022
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2021
Ottimo
Un palazzo dell ottocento al centro di Linguaglossa con un servizio ottimo. Camere curate e colazione eccellente. Il ristorante dell'hotel ha una meritata stella Michelin. Servizio ottimo. Posizione strategica per andare sull'Etna
Stefania
Stefania, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2020
Fabio
Fabio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2020
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2019
Verified traveler
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2019
Un peu de lumière en plus dans la salle de bains ne serait pas de trop
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 3, 2018
Edificio storico molto bello e curato con un buon servizio e una Spa molto carina
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2017
Schönes Hotel mit kleinen Einschränkungen
Riesiges Bett, Dunkles Bad mit nur einer schwachen Lichtquelle. Die aber ausreicht um den Schlaf des Partners zu stören, wenn der andere nachts ins Bad muss. Eine Glaswand grenzt an das Zimmer und lässt das Licht durch. Die Schiebetür zum Bad ist slles andere als angenehm, denn sie ist systembedingt nicht dicht.
thomas
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2016
hôtel splendide à recommander
hôtel spllendide à recommander
Paolo
6/10 Good
Feb 4, 2016
Ristorante Top
Il ristorante è eccellente e il centro benessere è dotato di ottimi prodotti e lettino per i massaggi ad acqua meraviglioso.
Francesca
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2016
relax e buon gusto
All'insegna del relax e del buon gusto. L'Hotel infatti é sobrio ma elegante e raffinato (dal vivo rende molto di più rispetto alle foto del sito). Fantastica la spa, riservata, pulita e ben organizzata. Gentile e cordiale il personale.
Giuseppe
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2015
How it should be done.
Wonderful.
Verified traveler
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2014
Very nice place to relax, small litte village, but not to far from Taormina, but you do need a car to get to places.