Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa
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Summary of reviewsHotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa enjoys an exceptional location, offering stunning panoramic views at the foot of Mount Erice within easy reach of major attractions such as Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi Islands. The resort's breathtaking vistas of mountains and sea, along with its scenic infinity pool, create a picturesque backdrop perfect for both short and extended stays. Accessibility is mainly ideal for those with a vehicle, thanks to limited public transport options, although ample parking is provided.
Breakfast at the hotel generally garners positive feedback, noted for its variety and quality with a selection of fresh, local baked goods enjoyed in a setting with panoramic views. Nonetheless, there are intermittent critiques regarding consistency and variety, particularly with hot items and service speed.
The on-site restaurant is celebrated for its high-quality dishes, fresh ingredients and elegant ambiance, coupled with stunning sea views from its terrace. Signature dishes like shrimp carpaccio and pork tenderloin medallions are particularly commended. Despite some criticisms regarding service and menu variety, the dining experience remains largely positive.
Guest rooms receive favorable reviews for their cleanliness, modernity and amenities like air conditioning and spacious, well-maintained bathrooms. The stunning sea views from many rooms significantly enhance the stay, although opinions on room size and minor maintenance issues vary.
Cleanliness is a standout strength with both private rooms and common areas, including the pool and green spaces, meticulously maintained. The staff contributes significantly to a positive experience, consistently highlighted for their friendliness, professionalism and helpfulness, ensuring guests feel welcome and well-cared for.
Free Wi-Fi works efficiently in common areas, though connectivity issues in rooms have been noted. The spa's potential is acknowledged with high praise for its serene atmosphere and quality service when operational. However, frequent closures and maintenance issues have been a source of disappointment.
The pool area is a major highlight, admired for its breathtaking views and cleanliness. Comfortable sunbeds and ample parasols add to the enjoyment, although some guests mention minor inconveniences like occasional crowding and wasps.
The hotel stands out as family-friendly, providing spacious rooms and amenities for children, making it a suitable choice for family trips, despite some concerns about insect presence. Beds are generally found to be comfortable and conducive to restful sleep, although a few guests note the need for better mattresses.
In summary, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa excels in providing a scenic, clean and welcoming environment with a few areas for improvement in breakfast variety, room consistency, spa functionality and Wi-Fi coverage in rooms. The exceptional location, friendly staff and panoramic views make it a highly recommended destination for travelers exploring northwest Sicily.
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Breakfast at the hotel generally garners positive feedback, noted for its variety and quality with a selection of fresh, local baked goods enjoyed in a setting with panoramic views. Nonetheless, there are intermittent critiques regarding consistency and variety, particularly with hot items and service speed.
The on-site restaurant is celebrated for its high-quality dishes, fresh ingredients and elegant ambiance, coupled with stunning sea views from its terrace. Signature dishes like shrimp carpaccio and pork tenderloin medallions are particularly commended. Despite some criticisms regarding service and menu variety, the dining experience remains largely positive.
Guest rooms receive favorable reviews for their cleanliness, modernity and amenities like air conditioning and spacious, well-maintained bathrooms. The stunning sea views from many rooms significantly enhance the stay, although opinions on room size and minor maintenance issues vary.
Cleanliness is a standout strength with both private rooms and common areas, including the pool and green spaces, meticulously maintained. The staff contributes significantly to a positive experience, consistently highlighted for their friendliness, professionalism and helpfulness, ensuring guests feel welcome and well-cared for.
Free Wi-Fi works efficiently in common areas, though connectivity issues in rooms have been noted. The spa's potential is acknowledged with high praise for its serene atmosphere and quality service when operational. However, frequent closures and maintenance issues have been a source of disappointment.
The pool area is a major highlight, admired for its breathtaking views and cleanliness. Comfortable sunbeds and ample parasols add to the enjoyment, although some guests mention minor inconveniences like occasional crowding and wasps.
The hotel stands out as family-friendly, providing spacious rooms and amenities for children, making it a suitable choice for family trips, despite some concerns about insect presence. Beds are generally found to be comfortable and conducive to restful sleep, although a few guests note the need for better mattresses.
In summary, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa excels in providing a scenic, clean and welcoming environment with a few areas for improvement in breakfast variety, room consistency, spa functionality and Wi-Fi coverage in rooms. The exceptional location, friendly staff and panoramic views make it a highly recommended destination for travelers exploring northwest Sicily.
Hotel with Spa
Located near Erice, this resort offers a tranquil escape with a focus on wellness. The spa provides a variety of treatments, and guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The resort also features a restaurant with a focus on regional cuisine.
Hotel with Swimming Pool
Features an outdoor pool and a spa center with a heated pool and whirlpool. It offers panoramic views of the Gulf of Bonagia and San Vito Lo Capo from its shared terrace. The hotel provides a relaxing and rejuvenating experience with wellness treatments.
Panoramic View Pool Outdoor Pool
Hotel with Parking
The hotel provides complimentary parking. It also features a spa, offering convenient relaxation options. Its location makes it easily accessible by car.
4-Star Hotel
This resort features a shared terrace with panoramic views and an outdoor pool. It offers a relaxing stay with excellent views of the Gulf of Bonagia and San Vito Lo Capo.
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
This resort features an outdoor pool and spa facilities. It is located between Valderice and Erice, offering views of the surrounding area.
Hotel with Panoramic View Pool
This hotel boasts a panoramic infinity pool offering views of Mount Erice, the Gulf of Bonagia, and Mount Cofano. It provides an immersive experience with attention to detail, quality service, and well-maintained common areas, making it ideal for relaxation and exploration.
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Family Friendly Hotel
Romantic Hotel
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Accessible Hotel
About Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa
License: IT081022A1IXGIGSLD
Guest Reviews
Location
Guests consistently highlight the hotel's perfect location for exploring Erice, Trapani and the wider western coast of Sicily, including destinations like Marsala, San Vito lo Capo and the Egadi Islands. The property's vantage point provides spectacular sunsets and a picturesque backdrop for a relaxing stay.
Accessibility is a key benefit with easy access to the port for island trips, local medieval villages and nature reserves such as Zingaro. However, it is best suited for those with a vehicle, as public transport options are limited. The presence of ample parking and proximity to top local sites is highly appreciated.
The resort combines modern amenities with a scenic ambiance, exemplified by the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the landscape. Whether for a short stay or a longer retreat, Hotel Venere di Erice's remarkable location and panoramic views offer an ideal base for exploring northwest Sicily.
Breakfast
However, some reviews point out inconsistencies in replenishment and quality with comments about the breakfast not always meeting the expected 4-star standard. Issues such as noise in the breakfast room, slow service, particularly during COVID times and a limited selection of hot drinks and savory items like scrambled eggs and bacon are noted. While the breakfast service is generally well-received, there is room for improvement in terms of organization and variety to better align with the overall experience of the resort.
Dinner
The stunning location of the restaurant with its unbeatable sea view from the terrace overlooking the Gulf of S. Vito lo Capo, enhances the overall dining experience. Guests who appreciate quality ingredients and attention to presentation will find the offerings at this restaurant particularly satisfying. While some visitors found their meals average or uninspired, the general consensus points to a very good restaurant delivering excellent dinners and great food.
However, the dining experience does have room for improvement. Issues such as overcrowded dinner tables, lack of politeness from some wait staff and occasional closures without prior notice were noted. Some guests also mentioned that the menu could be more extensive and accessible online. Despite these drawbacks, the restaurant is highly regarded for its elegant setting and quality dishes, making it a worthy dining option for guests visiting the resort.
Rooms
Those who favored views enjoyed rooms showcasing stunning sea panoramas, which added significant value to their stay. Guests reported that the rooms are cleaned daily, contributing to a comfortable and tidy experience.
However, there were mixed opinions regarding room sizes with some finding them spacious and comfortable while others expressed that certain rooms felt small and lacked sufficient storage. Despite a few negative remarks about worn-out floors and occasional minor maintenance issues, like rusted showerheads or peeling floors, the overall standard of the rooms remained positive.
Special touches such as balconies with lovely views and cozy, well-decorated spaces enhanced the guest experience. The spacious and well-equipped bathrooms, combined with the modern styling of the rooms, led to favorable reviews from many visitors.
In summary, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa delivers clean, modern and comfortable rooms with beautiful views, though some minor improvements could be made to room maintenance and size consistency.
Beds
However, experiences vary with some guests finding the mattresses uncomfortably hard or in need of replacement due to worn spots. Despite these occasional issues, many guests still report enjoying a very restful sleep, underscored by remarks about the super comfortable beds and pillows.
Overall, the bedding at Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa is praised for being comfortable, fresh and of good quality, enhancing the overall guest experience, despite a few instances of less-than-ideal mattress conditions.
Cleanliness
Although a few guests noted minor issues, such as slightly dirty walls or moldy grout in the shower, the overall impression remains highly favorable. The resort's commitment to cleanliness extends to both the private and shared spaces, ensuring a pristine experience for all guests. The hotel is described as modern, well-kept and meticulously maintained, living up to high standards of hygiene and organization.
In summary, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa excels in offering clean, comfortable accommodations, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking a pristine and well-maintained environment.
Staff
The reception, in particular, receives high praise for being welcoming, competent and attentive, ensuring a smooth check-in process and providing helpful information and assistance throughout the stay. English-speaking staff members enhance communication for international travelers, which is seen as a significant benefit.
Acknowledged for their knowledge and hospitality, the staff members are often described as polite, friendly, helpful and always in a good mood. Their attention to detail and willingness to go out of their way to accommodate guests’ needs substantially enhance the guest experience.
Professionalism and service excellence are evident with the team being proactive in addressing any issues and providing thoughtful touches like free room upgrades. The staff’s dedication to delivering a comforting and warm environment makes guests’ experiences memorable and pleasant.
Overall, the kindness, courtesy and competence of the staff at Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa significantly contribute to its reputation as a delightful place to stay, highly recommended by many who have had the pleasure of visiting.
Wi-Fi
Spa
However, numerous reviews mention the unfortunate reality that the spa was closed or not operational during their stay. This closure, sometimes attributed to COVID-19 restrictions, appears to have been ongoing for an extended period. Guests expressed disappointment over the lack of maintenance and incomplete items on the menu, further affecting their experience.
While some guests found the spa access to be a valuable inclusion for extended stays and appreciated the facility when it was available, the majority noted the inconvenience and missed opportunities due to its non-functionality. Despite these setbacks, the potential for a rejuvenating experience at the spa, when open and fully operational, remains recognized and appreciated by those who had the chance to enjoy it.
Pool
Guests frequently commend the well-maintained pool area, emphasizing the clean and neat surroundings. Sunbeds are deemed comfortable with plenty of parasols providing much-needed shade, contributing to an overall pleasant poolside experience. The pool scene is often lively but not overcrowded, allowing for a comfortable and enjoyable visit.
Despite the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some guests note the pool's small size relative to the number of hotel guests and mention occasional crowding. Also, wasps have been a nuisance for some, affecting their poolside relaxation. The pool's opening hours receive mixed feedback with some guests desiring more flexible times.
Overall, the pool at Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa is celebrated for its gorgeous views, cleanliness and a generally relaxing ambiance, making it a standout feature of the hotel.
Family
4 Star
While some found the rate justified for a four-star, others felt it was poor value for money, highlighting issues such as plastic trash bins, imperfect linen cleanliness and tiny rooms that detracted from the supposed luxury. The hotel’s overall impression left some guests feeling that it was more akin to a three-star hotel, lacking the expected charm and detailed attention of a four-star establishment.
In essence, while aspects such as room beauty and the modern look of the hotel aligned with four-star qualities, significant areas need improvement to meet the high standards and expectations generally associated with this rating.
Business
Outdoor Pool
Romantic
Yes, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa.
No, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa.
No, Hotel Venere di Erice Resort & Spa doesn't have a gym.
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