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Monaci delle Terre Nere

Zafferana Etnea, Italy
Monaci delle Terre Nere
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A base in Zafferana Etnea.

Monaci delle Terre Nere is a luxury eco-bio Relais located on the slopes of Mount Etna, surrounded by a 62-acre organic estate with terraced vineyards and views over the Mediterranean Sea. Since 2019, the property has been a member of Relais & Châteaux.

The estate features 25 rooms, suites and pool villas where traditional Sicilian architecture blends with contemporary design. Original elements such as oak-beamed ceilings, stone walls, ancient wine presses and frescoes coexist with modern Italian furnishings by brands including Flos, Lago, Gervasoni and B&B Italia, alongside artworks by British-Brazilian artist Olivier Mourao and the owners’ private collection of antiques and reclaimed pieces.

Designed for couples, friends and families seeking an authentic Sicilian experience, Monaci delle Terre Nere offers estate wines, organic cuisine prepared with locally grown ingredients, and immersive experiences connected to Etna and Sicilian culture.

Guests can enjoy the panoramic pool, gardens and herb paths, wine tastings, Sicilian cooking classes, nature walks and signature cocktails at the iconic Convivium Bar, awarded Best Green Bar in Italy in 2025.

Among the latest developments are an innovative vertical wine cellar created inside the historic cistern of the Baronial House, seven heated private pools powered by an expanded solar energy system, and exclusive private villas combining complete privacy with the services of a luxury hotel, including private chef, butler service and helicopter tours over Mount Etna departing directly from the estate.

In 2024, Monaci delle Terre Nere received its first Michelin Key and joined the Virtuoso collection.

  • Wi-fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Poolside snack bar · extra charge
  • Private pool
  • Car park

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Villa three bedrooms

Up to 20 guests

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Double superior

Up to 4 guests

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Junior suite standard

Up to 5 guests

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Room deluxe

Up to 10 guests

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Suite deluxe

Up to 5 guests

1 × King-size bed 150-183 width · 2 × Sofa bed

Hairdryer · Living room · Safe · Individually adjustable heating · Central heating · Individually adjustable air conditioning · Centrally regulated air conditioning · Carpeted floors

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Room superior

Up to 2 guests

1 × King-size bed 150-183 width

Towel menu · Plug adaptor · Slippers · Bathrobes · Desk · Turndown service · Wake-up service · Wi-fi

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Suite with private pool

Up to 8 guests

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Double deluxe

Up to 4 guests

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Amenities & useful details

Facilities

  • Wi-fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Private pool
  • Car park
  • Secure parking
  • Valet parking
  • Gym
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Bellboy service
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • Bikes available
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Cloakroom
  • Concierge

Entertainment

  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Children playground

Catering

  • Poolside snack barExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • BarExtra charge
  • Breakfast room

Sports

  • Fitness
  • Badminton
  • Cycling / mountain biking

Meals

  • À la carte dinnerExtra charge
  • À la carte lunchExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast a la carteExtra charge
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast served to the table

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Via Pietralunga, Via Monaci, 95019
Zafferana Etnea, Italy

Monaci delle Terre Nere · Via Pietralunga, Via Monaci

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