One of our top picks in San Giovanni la Punta.Set in a little village at the foot of Mount Etna, Villa Paradiso dell'Etna allows you to stay in a real Sicilian villa, featuring beautiful gardens and its own pool. Opened in 1929 and once frequented by renowned artists and writers, Villa Paradiso has been elegantly restored and is decorated with 19th-century antiques. All rooms have panoramic views of the gardens or Mount Etna and the suites come with a spa bath. Relax in the peace and quiet by Villa Paradiso d'Etna's outdoor pool while you admire the flowers and statues. The garden is also home to a gym with sauna and a poolside bar. In summer outdoor musical entertainment is organized on Sunday evenings. Inside this historic villa you will find a reading room with log fires and a piano bar. There is a panoramic garden on the rooftop and a summer restaurant, Angolo degli Allori as well as La Pigna restaurant, which serves Sicilian and international cuisine. Villa Paradiso even has its own wine bar and cellar. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace, while looking out over the volcano. Catania is just a 30-minute drive away and beaches are even closer. Villa Paradiso dell'Etna is only 350 feet from tennis courts, football pitches and horse-riding stables. Check out the new add-on option when booking and guarantee your half-board service in advance.