Santantonio Resort SAR - Hotel -Ristorante

Wonderful little hotel, off the main tourist areas. Immaculately looked after, lovely grounds and very clean everywhere. Great, friendly welcome and service from the staff and owners. The rooms are spacious and have outstanding views - looking out over the Mediterranean with views over to Calabria on one side (plus beautiful sunrises); and looking out over the lovely pool and gardens to a panoramic view of the majestic Etna on the other side (with some great sunsets). Every view a winner! About a 20-25 minute walk into Riposto, and then further for decent restaurants. A couple of restaurants slightly closer in Torre Archirafi but not always open and looked a bit tired. Definitely one for the more energetic or more likely those with a car. Perfectly placed for day trips to Taormina, Naxos and indeed further afield along the east cost, as well as those wanting an Etna trip - without the tourist crowds and definitely feels much more real Sicily in Riposto town. Food in the restaurant is excellent - very tasty and a good choice on the a la carte (the Bar Lunch menu is more limited but you can ask for a la carte). The spaghetti salmone with pistachio was especially delicious. Service is excellent. One small improvement would be to add tea & coffee-making facilities in the room but otherwise no complaints at all. We were made to feel very welcome and were very comfortable. Oh, and the pool is wonderful - made to blend in with the scenery and in some well-tended gardens and enough beds by the pool for every single guest regardless of occupancy. A wonderful stay!