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President Park Hotel, Acicastello

Sicily's second city nestles between the brooding Mount Etna and the calm blue waters of the Ionian Sea. This hotel in Catania is in the little coastal resort of Acicastello, just along the coast from the city itself. Catania is a lively town with an intriguing and fascinating history, largely shaped by the numerous eruptions of the enormous volcano on whose slopes it lies. The buildings are largely built from grey-black volcanic rock, and everywhere visitors will find lively bars and bustling trattorias serving the delicious Sicilian cuisine for which this town is famous.

The design of the modern President Park Hotel is based on a classical amphitheatre, using some of the most advanced building technology available. This four-star hotel's fabulous location in the little coastal resort of Acicastello, just along from Catania, provides wonderful panoramic views over the waters, and there is a charming old castle here as well as a terrific beach. The President Park Hotel has 96 rooms, each with a luxurious en-suite bathroom fitted with a hairdryer and supplied with a range of toiletries and a bathrobe. Each has a direct-dial telephone with a range of optional paid-for channels, radio, internet connection point, personal safe and a minibar. Many of the rooms have their own balcony with lovely views towards the sea. Piped background music is available to enhance the luxurious, intimate atmosphere.

Guests can choose between the hotel's two excellent restaurants, each serving a range of typical Sicilian dishes along with international dishes in a welcoming, contemporary setting. There is also a relaxing lounge bar. The hotel has a 24-hour service on reception and amenities include a porter available around the clock to help with baggage and show you to your room/ There is a currency exchange, safety-deposit boxes, a left-luggage facility and a dry cleaning and laundry service. Families are welcome here and there is a reduced rate for under-12s together with a babysitting service, children's menus and high chairs in the restaurant; there is also an indoor playroom. Car parking is free and the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool. All major credit cards are welcome.

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Double room from €73