Gh Avalon Sikani, Gioiosa Marea ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Contrada Licari, Gioiosa Marea, Italy, 98063

Gh Avalon Sikani is a 4-star resort located in the picturesque town of Gioiosa Marea, Italy, ideally positioned on the north coast of Sicily facing the Aeolian Islands. It boasts stunning views of the Mediterranean's crystal-clear waters and surrounding green hills adorned with typical Mediterranean vegetation. Designed by Studio Atelier Mendini, the resort encompasses a blend of modern elegance and local charm that appeals to tourists seeking relaxation by the sea. Its private white sandy beach and extensive amenities make it a compelling choice for an unforgettable vacation.

Location

Situated in Gioiosa Marea, Gh Avalon Sikani is easily accessible via motorway from Catania Fontanarossa International Airport and is also near Tito Minniti Airport. The surrounding area showcases natural beauty, with nearby attractions including the Contrada Ridente Beach and Brigantino, as well as notable landmarks such as Guardiola and Grotta del Tono. This ideal location enhances the resort's appeal, attracting increasingly tourists who admire the vibrant scenery.

Rooms

The resort features 119 sea view rooms, each equipped with modern comforts ensuring a restful night. Guests can choose from various room types including quadruple rooms, spacious twin/double rooms, and family-friendly accommodations, with many rooms offering spectacular views of the Aeolian Islands. Each room comes fitted with a balcony, minibar, air conditioning, and satellite TV, designed for ultimate relaxation.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Gh Avalon Sikani includes the all-day dining restaurant La Sciara, which showcases Sicilian cuisine crafted from fresh, local ingredients, all while offering a spectacular sea view. Guests can enjoy a selection from international buffets with signature dishes highlighting the rich flavors of Sicilian culinary traditions. The LIGHT All Inclusive concept encompasses all meals and mealtime drinks, featuring local brands of soft drinks, water, beer, and wine.

Leisure & Business

The resort presents various leisure options including a private beach equipped with sun loungers and parasols, an outdoor infinity pool, and a health club with spa services for guests looking to unwind. Guests can also enjoy convenient access to poolside and beachside bars. This resort offers a rich blend of relaxation and entertainment, ensuring maximum comfort and enjoyment during their stay.

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3 persons

27 m²

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1 King-size bed

Sea view

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2 persons

25 m²

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2 persons

25 m²

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City Centre

Gioiosa Marea800 m

Airports

Fontanarossa (CTA) 135.2 km

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Stunning Views!

“The panoramic views from the hotel were absolutely breathtaking, especially during sunset.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was impressive, with plenty of options to choose from, making each morning delightful.” view full review

Comfy Rooms!

“Our room was beautifully maintained and the beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring restful nights.” view full review

Well-Kept Amenities!

“All hotel facilities were clean and well-kept, making our stay comfortable and enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Lift
Coffee shop
Key access

Services

Car hire

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Dinner

Children

Cots
Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Contrada Licari, Gioiosa Marea, Italy, 98063

Map view

Contrada Licari, Gioiosa Marea, Italy, 98063

City landmarks

Fronte alla Stazione Ferroviaria

Grotta del Tono

1.5 km

Church

Chiesa di Maria Santissima della Catena

600 m

Chiesa di San Nicola di Bari

640 m

Chiesa di Maria Santissima delle Grazie

730 m

Chiesa di Maria SS. della catena o di San Rocco

600 m

Museo di Arte Sacra

630 m

Palazzo Batolo

640 m

Passeggiata Canape

660 m

Palazzo Benincasa

700 m

Muro di Garibaldi

710 m

Chiesa Maria SS delle Grazie

720 m

Palazzo Natoli

780 m

Chiesa della Beata Vergine Immacolata

810 m

Chiesa del Convento

820 m

Antiquarium di Gioiosa Marea

890 m

Via Umberto I_

Antiquarium Comunale

1.1 km

Rotonda Capo Skino

1.0 km

Cimitero di Gioiosa Marea

1.0 km

Via Belvedere

Guardiola

4.1 km

Chiesa di Santo Stefano

1.2 km

Chiesa del Buon Pastore

1.3 km

Villaggio della Pace

1.7 km

Parrocchia San Leonardo

1.8 km

Parrocchia Sacro Cuore di Gesu

2.1 km

98063 Gioiosa Marea Province of Messina

Percorso naturalistico Capo Calava

2.5 km

98060 Piraino

Torre Saracena

4.4 km

Chiesa di Santa Lucia

2.5 km

Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo

2.6 km

Capo Calava

3.8 km

Nearby

Chiesa di San Nicola di Bari

270 m

Chiesa di Maria SS. della catena o di San Rocco

270 m

Restaurants

La Vecchia Posta

1.5 km

Via Giuseppe Mazzini 44

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience. <br />

68%

liked the resort and would come back

Stunning views

Friendly staff

Limited dining options

Lack of room amenities

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.5

Service

6.0

Dining

5.0

Samantha

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.6/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel with its absolutely amazing location that offered stunning sea views, especially during sunset. The rooms were clean and quite modern, though they could use a little refresh in terms of decor. The service was friendly, but I had some confusion regarding additional charges, making it a bit frustrating. Overall, it was a comfortable stay, but there’s definitely room for improvement in dining and communication regarding costs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were big and clean with a nice bathroom featuring a super powerful shower and bidet. I loved the view from the balcony, but noticed some wear and tear, like tears in the curtains.

Service

6.0

The staff was very friendly and did a great job overall, but I found the insistence on paying additional fees for pool access at check-in quite off-putting.

Location

10.0

The location is simply fantastic, perched on a hill with breathtaking views. I enjoyed spectacular sunsets over the sea.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left a lot to be desired as the meals were quite monotonous and lacked variety.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel is equipped with essential amenities and the pool area seemed nice, but I didn’t get to enjoy it due to the additional fees.

Andrew

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.0/10

I had a great time staying at this hotel! The location is beautiful and offers stunning sea views while relaxing. The rooms are spacious and kept very clean, which I appreciated. However, I did find the dining options lacking variety and quality. The service was a bit inconsistent, especially with the extra charges during check-in, which felt unnecessary.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and cleaned daily, with fresh towels provided every other day.

Service

5.0

The service had some issues, particularly with additional charges for activities, which was frustrating.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated in a beautiful area with great sea views, making it a delightful place to unwind.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the dining experience was quite monotonous with low-quality food options.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were fine, but nothing particularly stood out as exceptional.

Avery

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.4/10

The hotel offers stunning sea views and the rooms are clean and modern, which is a huge plus. The staff, however, could be friendlier as I encountered some rudeness. The location is amazing, perfect for enjoying sunsets, but the dining experience left a lot to be desired as the breakfast options were quite poor. Overall, it’s great value for money, especially for the view.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, had a nice bathroom with a super powerful shower and a bidet, and offered a wonderful view from the balcony.

Service

5.0

To be honest, the service was quite disappointing. Some staff members were rude, and I felt uncomfortable with their comments.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely amazing with breathtaking views of the bay, perfect for watching sunsets.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were very poor and repetitive, which was quite disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The overall facilities were decent, but nothing stood out as particularly impressive.

Charles

United States, November 2024

7.2/10

The hotel has a beautiful setting with stunning sea views that made my stay enjoyable. The rooms are spacious and clean, featuring a fantastic bathroom with a powerful shower. However, despite the great views, I did face some issues with the service at checkout that left a bit of a sour taste. Overall, the location is excellent, but the dining experience could definitely use some improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, modern, and clean with fantastic views and a large balcony.

Service

6.0

The service could have been better, particularly at checkout where there was a confusion about the pricing.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a beautiful area with stunning views over the sea and is close to decent restaurants and coffee shops.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite basic and could use some improvement.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, though nothing exceptional stood out.

Mark

United States, November 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location offers stunning views, and the rooms are spacious and generally clean. However, the dining options were quite lacking, and the service could be hit or miss. While the price was reasonable, there were a few shortcomings that made it less than ideal.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, although I noticed some tears in the curtains which gave off a bit of a 'sweating the assets' vibe.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, but I encountered some rude comments at the bar which was disappointing. Also, I got charged more than I expected during checkout.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located up the mountain, providing great sea views while sunbathing. However, it might be a bit inconvenient if you're looking for easy access to restaurants.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite poor, with very little variety and nothing particularly tasty. Meals felt monotonous day after day.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, with a nice pool area that was well-maintained, but overall, they didn’t stand out significantly.

Jennifer

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers stunning views of the sea and is perched on a hill, perfect for breathtaking sunsets. The rooms are mostly clean, but there could be improvements in maintenance, as I noticed some wear on the curtains. The staff was friendly and accommodating, although the extra charges for activities were a bit frustrating. Overall, it’s a beautiful location, but the dining options really let it down due to lack of variety and taste.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a beautiful sea view and were generally clean, although I did notice some tears in the curtains.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, though it was frustrating to be asked to pay extra for activities during check-in.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely amazing with great sea views and spectacular sunsets, making it a perfect spot for relaxation.

Dining

5.0

Dining was quite monotonous with the same options every day and a lack of variety, which was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities, including the pool area, were decent, but lacked some enjoyable activities without additional costs.

Jeff

United States, October 2024

6.0/10

The hotel offers a stunning view from the balcony and has a clean and modern feel, but there were some issues with service and dining. The location is quite high up the mountain, providing breathtaking sunset views, although it's a bit of a trek to get to the beach. While I appreciated the cleanliness of the rooms, the dining experience was rather monotonous, and the service could use some improvement. Overall, a mixed bag but still a memorable stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and had a nice bathroom with a super powerful shower and bidet. However, there were some tears in the curtains that made it feel less polished.

Service

5.0

While some staff were friendly and made me feel welcome, others were rude and condescending, which was disappointing.

Location

8.0

The location is absolutely amazing with great views of the sea and sunsets. However, it's quite a way up the mountain, which can be inconvenient.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were monotonous and lacked variety, with the same dishes every day, which made meals less enjoyable.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but nothing particularly stood out in terms of luxury or convenience.

Mark

United States, September 2024

8.2/10

This hotel has a beautiful location with stunning views, particularly at sunset. The rooms are spacious and clean, although the amenities could have been better equipped. The service was fantastic with friendly staff, but the dining options were quite limited. Overall, I found it to be a good value for money considering the serene surroundings and room quality.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were large, attractive, and impeccably clean, making my stay very comfortable.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly polite, friendly, and helpful, ensuring I had a pleasant experience throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely amazing; the views are stunning, especially during sunset, plus it's in a quiet little town with decent restaurants and cafes nearby.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, and I was a bit disappointed that there were only basic choices available for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

While the hotel had decent amenities, I missed having facilities like a tea/coffee maker in the room, which would have added a nice touch to my stay.

Stunning views

Limited dining options

Alan

United States, August 2024

7.0/10

The hotel has a stunning location with amazing sea views, especially at sunset, which I really loved. The rooms were spacious and cleaned daily, but I did find some cleanliness issues at times. The staff was friendly and accommodating, but there were a few hiccups in service. The dining options could use some improvement, as the quality was average. Overall, it's a nice place but not without its flaws.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and cleaned daily, but I noticed some cleanliness issues that could be addressed.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly, but there were instances where they seemed unsure and had to ask colleagues for assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel boasts an absolutely amazing location with breathtaking views of the sea and stunning sunsets.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were average, and I found the quality of the meals disappointing at times.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing stood out as exceptional.

Georgia

United Kingdom, July 2024

7.2/10

The hotel offers a breathtaking view of the sea and is located in a charming little town. The rooms are spacious and impeccably clean, making for a comfortable stay. However, the service left much to be desired, especially with the additional fees for activities. The dining options were rather poor and repetitive. Overall, while the location and cleanliness were standout features, the service and dining could use some improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotless, a good size, and offered an amazing view of the sea.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, as I had to insist on getting clear information and faced additional charges for activities.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely amazing, with spectacular views where you can enjoy a stunning sunset over the sea.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite disappointing. It seemed low quality and monotonous, with the same items every day.