Shalai - Exclusive SPA and small gourmet hotel
Historical residence on Etna consecrated as a hotelcult of hospitality of the Pennisi family, Shalai was founded in May 2009, halfway between the mountain and the sea. In Sicilian, Shalai means to enjoy, to have fun. The mansion was built in the early 1800s, and it used to be a stately residence in which the noble family also administered local public affairs. The owners built it so that the living quarters could be directly linked with the working areas. The vision and skills of the architects Lucia Papa and Paola Mariotto brought this boutique hotel to life, with a touch of contemporary design. Despite the apparent grandeur of the mansion, set in the heart of the town of Linguaglossa, on the slopes of Mount Etna, Shalai is a quiet and welcoming place, with a distinctively intimate feel. It's the ideal place to lose yourself in the scents, quietness and charm of its spaces.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 101 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-19
Guests highly praise the Michelin-starred dining, exquisite breakfast, and attentive staff. Common complaints include small rooms with limited storage, shower curtains causing flooding, and occasional maintenance or soundproofing issues.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for foodies seeking high-quality service. Those sensitive to space should verify shower conditions and room views beforehand.
Room types · 18
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Family Junior Suite
Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. This family room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar and a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The family room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>312 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Access to in-room child care, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Junior Suite with Balcony
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The suite offers soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Junior Suite with Terrace
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The suite features soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Standard Double Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Deluxe Double Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Rates / book on FlyerTrip →Standard Family Room
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The family room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Standard Triple Room
<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>258 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, slippers, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Access to in-room child care, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Superior Double Room, Balcony
<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>226 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Access to in-room child care, safe, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Double Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Double Room with Balcony
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. This double room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.
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Small Double Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Rates / book on FlyerTrip →Double or Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. This twin/double room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar and a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Queen Room with Balcony
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Business Double Room Single Use, Balcony
<p><strong>1 Large Twin Bed</strong></p><p>151 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair-width doorways</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Single Room with Balcony
Offering free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The single room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Design Double Room, No Windows
<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>Individually decorated room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
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