Salvo

B&B La Terrazza sul Mare

TopBnB Very good 9.3 / 10

(70 reviews)

Via Metastasio, 6 - Marina di Avola, Avola (SR) - Area: seaside | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT089002C1Z3S8A7E2

Regional identification codeCIR: 19089002C106683

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Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
7

Breakfast
optional

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

At the seaside
Spectacular view
Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Cheap
Near the airport
Very new
The design of the property

Description

The B&B "La Terrazza sul mare" of the Monello Family was born from the pleasure to give hospitality, in the style of typical sicilian tradition.

It's situayed in Avola, "pearl of the Ionio Sea", in front of the lido Tremoli's beach, set up in a villa of three floors.

The ground floor is conceived as reception and breakfast room. The first floor is completely reserved to the Monello's family (Paolo, Grazia, and their sons Salvo, Cristian & Andrea). The B&B guest rooms are arranged on the second floor. All rooms, look east towards to the sea, are furnished with clima, tv, fridgebar, and safe-deposit box.

The villa has a direct access to the sea and it's surrounded by a 600 mq garden with palm trees and an english painstaking lawn.

It will become during the hot summertime nights, a magic scenery of unforgettable thematic evenings where the guests may taste typical Sicilian foods.

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Pets of small size only at certain times of year by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy

Garden available

A one-time additional cost of 40 € for final cleaning

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Charm
Heating
Gym
Near cycle paths

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All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker
German speaker

House features

Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Garden
Terrace
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment
Beaches

Pets of small size only at certain times of year by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy

Garden available

A one-time additional cost of 40 € for final cleaning

Location and surroundings

City centre
Panoramic view
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 5
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 5

Size of rooms

Between 21 and 30 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Terrace / balcony
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Presents
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Holiday themes - town size

Town - between 25.000 and 100.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Located in country side or nature reserves
Near sports facilities
Gardens and landscapes
Seaside

Holiday themes - house features

Charm
Garden
Family
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

La colazione di B&B LA TERRAZZA SUL MARE

At our accommodation, we pride ourselves on serving a delicious buffet breakfast with locally sourced and organic products from our very own farm. Depending on the season, you can indulge in a refreshing array of fresh and organic fruits.

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We are the owners of a charming B&B located in our hometown. Our family, consisting of Paolo, Graziella, Andrea, Cristian, and myself (an engineer from a prestigious startup), manages this wonderful property. We started this business in 2004, and we are proud to have been the first ones to offer this kind of hospitality in our town. Our B&B has received numerous accolades from the most respected travel publications around the world.

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Conditions

Check-in from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Area seaside

Located along the seafront. Restaurants, bars, and beach clubs within walking distance.

Airports

Comiso Airport 50 Km
Catania Airport - Fontanarossa 62 Km

Train Stations

Avola Train Station 3 Km

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Very good

Overall Rating 9.3 / 10
70 reviews

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Very good

9.4 (154 reviews)

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Very good

9.2 (240 reviews)

What guests say

Guests consistently praise the property's beachfront location with direct access to the sea and gorgeous panoramic views. The family-run management receives high marks for hospitality and friendly service, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Rooms are described as very clean and comfortable, while breakfast—with homemade and local products—is frequently highlighted as a standout feature. Some reviews mention minor points for improvement in communal areas or occasional small issues in bathrooms. Overall, the property is highly recommended for travelers seeking a peaceful seaside stay with authentic, attentive hospitality.

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claudio

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 9 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 9

claudio rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 05/26/2026 to 05/30/2026

vitali

Good.

stayed from 05/09/2026 to 05/13/2026

The answer from the host:
Dear Vitali, Thank you so much for your review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our hospitality, the great location, and your overall stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. kind regards, Salvo

nino

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

A place to return to for many reasons, including the owner's kindness, cleanliness and location. My wife and I stayed for two days and we had a wonderful time.

stayed from 05/01/2026 to 05/03/2026

kaspar

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stayed from 04/19/2026 to 04/24/2026

fabiola

fabiola rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 10/21/2025 to 10/25/2025

sophie

Property: 7 | Cleaning: 5 | Host: 8 | Location: 8 | Price/Quality: 7

Very nice. Excellent breakfast and a nice owner who gives a lot of tips for discovering the area. The sea view is great, though not from every apartment. Only our bathroom smelled very bad.

stayed from 10/16/2025 to 10/23/2025

stefano

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stayed from 09/07/2025 to 09/12/2025

ines

A corner of paradise! We highly recommend this B&B, first of all for the location: you're halfway between the most beautiful spots on that coast. The place is quiet, and at night you fall asleep to the sound of the sea. It is run by a lovely family; Salvo, the son, manages the property and gives you a thousand tips to make your holiday even more special. Breakfast is simple but unique, with the almond granita made by Salvo's father. My partner and I will definitely come back to visit them because we left our hearts in that sea-view room!

stayed from 08/06/2025 to 08/14/2025

graziana

Lovely place for those who enjoy spending a few days in complete relaxation. The access to the water via a small path reserved for the property is the main highlight. No crowded beaches and no stress. There is also a nice sun terrace with lawn where you can sunbathe. The only flaw, if we can call it a flaw, is that a few umbrellas would be needed to guarantee shade to all guests who want it. During the hottest hours there are not enough. The room was spotless and spacious with a sea view from every window and from the little balcony. Everyone was very helpful. I will return.

stayed from 08/14/2025 to 08/16/2025

gian

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 7 | Price/Quality: 10

I stayed for a week in an apartment with a couple of friends, in two rooms with their respective bathrooms. The adopted solution is perfect for the freedom it gives you and the apartment is equipped with everything and very comfortable. The structure is very well organized and Salvo and his staff do their best to make you feel good and enjoy a wonderful vacation in Sicilian land. The only downside is the necessity to move by car even just to buy bread or the newspaper, in the immediate vicinity there is only a small kiosk on the beach. N.b. the garden by the sea is very enjoyable.

stayed from 07/19/2025 to 07/27/2025

vittorio

Nice place, nice people, I will gladly return.

stayed from 07/10/2025 to 07/20/2025

bernadette

We have had a good stay. The bed and bathroom are excellent. Friendly people.

stayed from 07/01/2025 to 07/06/2025

lorenzo

lorenzo rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 06/13/2025 to 06/21/2025

sabrina

sabrina rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 06/13/2025 to 06/15/2025

enrico

Great place, very good to the staff. Salvo super. Thank you for the wonderful experience near Avola.

stayed from 06/02/2025 to 06/05/2025

isabel

Very good.

stayed from 05/23/2025 to 05/25/2025

martin

Very friendly reception, beautiful view, very comfortable bed.

stayed from 05/14/2025 to 05/16/2025

lena

Great stay, very kind and helpful staff.

stayed from 04/19/2025 to 04/22/2025

helene

We had a very good stay! The room is very clean and convenient for a family of 4 people. The terrace is very nice! The garden is very beautiful.

stayed from 04/12/2025 to 04/15/2025

federica

We had a great time in the very large room with three beds. Everything was clean and comfortable, and the small balcony is convenient for smokers. The bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and shower products. The managers are very kind and always available for any request. The breakfast is really good and always fresh. The parking is convenient. In short, everything is perfect.

stayed from 08/10/2024 to 08/17/2024

claudia

claudia rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 07/10/2024 to 07/24/2024

marco

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stayed from 06/19/2024 to 06/23/2024

claudio

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stayed from 06/03/2024 to 06/09/2024

erika

My boyfriend and I stayed at B&B La Terrazza sul Mare for 5 days and we can consider ourselves super satisfied! The staff is super friendly and always available, down to earth and very knowledgeable about the area. They recommended various destinations and you can tell they do it with passion. The location is strategic, we managed to visit the most famous tourist destinations without any stress because it is "in the middle" and you can easily reach the various places in a few minutes. The view is something spectacular and having breakfast in the garden in the morning with a sea view and the sun pampering you is priceless. The breakfast is abundant and their products are quite exquisite. Highly recommend!

stayed from 05/30/2024 to 06/03/2024

andrea

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stayed from 05/18/2024 to 05/22/2024

karen

Great communication from the host. The most wonderful haven of tranquility with spectacular sea views. We have travelled all over the world but the view from the bathroom in Room 4 was the best we’ve had anywhere. Truly stunning.

stayed from 05/16/2024 to 05/19/2024

raffaella

The structure is very beautiful and the rooms are clean and refined. The sea view is spectacular and the managers are very helpful and attentive to satisfying every need. Rating 10!

stayed from 04/18/2024 to 04/21/2024

helen

This was my third visit to the wonderful B&B La Terrazza sul Mare and we were not disappointed. It is the most perfect place to stay. The Monello Family are so welcoming and accommodating, they are incredibly special people who go out of their way to make you comfortable. The place itself is quiet and chilled out. It felt like an oasis amidst the crowds of ferragosto! Avola is fabulous and close to some amazing beaches so the location is perfect. Breakfast consists mostly of homemade goodies, fruits from the Monello's farm and even jam made from those fruits. My daughter, who can be a fussy eater, ate very well at breakfast! Our whole holiday experience was so special and we would definitely come again, we would come every year if we could! Thank you for having us to stay!

stayed from 08/16/2023 to 08/19/2023

valeria

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stayed from 08/15/2023 to 08/25/2023

giovanna

We spent a week at this property and had a great time. The owners are always kind and available for a chat. The B&B allows direct access to the sea, provided you have suitable shoes because there are rocks. The garden is an oasis of peace where you can sunbathe in complete tranquility. The breakfast is plentiful. We also made friends with other guests, which helped create a pleasant atmosphere of familiarity that left us with a pleasant memory of the holiday.

stayed from 08/04/2023 to 08/18/2023

giuseppina

Lovely place and kind and helpful owners.

stayed from 07/22/2023 to 07/25/2023

adriana

adriana rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 10/13/2022 to 10/18/2022

dominic

dominic rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 09/04/2022 to 09/08/2022

salvatore

Great location, seafront with direct access to the beach (about 100 meters from the internal gate). Well-kept and well-maintained structure, very well-kept English lawn. Outside the center of Avola and close to the seafront (reachable in 5 minutes by car), in a quiet location. Very comfortable superior room, and sea view from three different points (even from the bathroom!). The owners are very kind and discreet, available and always ready to have a chat. The only note about breakfast: little variety and few local products... with the excellent raw materials you have in southeastern Sicily, you should dare more! Overall, 4 very satisfying days.

stayed from 07/27/2022 to 07/31/2022

ilka

It's such a nice place, everything was great. So nice hosts, kind, helpful. Many thanks for everything.

stayed from 07/17/2022 to 07/23/2022

antonella

Excellent for location, breakfast, and kindness of all the staff. Thank you!

stayed from 06/25/2022 to 07/05/2022

uberto

Kind and friendly managers. Excellent condition property. Seafront.

stayed from 06/11/2022 to 06/13/2022

santina

The structure is located in a very beautiful and strategic position. Beautiful garden directly by the sea. Convenient parking. It's a pity that the posidonia has accumulated on the shore and makes access to the sea from the garden impossible. The room was a bit small and the wardrobe insufficient. However, we slept well because the sea breeze naturally refreshes the air (without the need to turn on the air conditioner).

stayed from 05/30/2022 to 06/04/2022

antonella

I stayed with my family in this corner of paradise, we had a great time, stunning sea, very kind hosts always available, thank you to everyone.

stayed from 08/13/2021 to 08/27/2021

marco

Great structure overlooking a wonderful sea, what a pleasure to go down just with a towel to dive into the sea! Let's talk about the well-kept garden where you can relax to read or eat: spectacular. Excellent cleanliness every day, definitely better than some hotels. Complete breakfast with local food and fruits where the local delicacies could not be missing: Almonds. Thanks to the staff and especially to the very kind Mrs. Grazia and her husband with whom we chatted cordially.

stayed from 07/02/2021 to 07/10/2021

caterina

I really can't find a fault in B&B La Terrazza sul Mare. The hosts, lovely people, make you feel truly at home. The structure is very well-kept, rooms are very beautiful and super clean, fantastic location, falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the sea is priceless. Highly recommended.

stayed from 06/20/2021 to 06/26/2021

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille per le bellissime parole, sono le persone come voi che ci fanno amare questo lavoro e ci spingono a fare sempre di meglio!

giuseppe

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Cozy structure, kind and helpful owners and stunning sea. Highly recommended.

stayed from 09/11/2020 to 09/20/2020

sebastiano

My wife and I were guests at this family-run property, excellent location a few meters from the beach, stunning terrace overlooking the sea, excellent breakfast with own production products, very nice, kind and helpful family. In short, we had a great time, I recommend it to those who want to visit Avola. Congratulations to the whole family. Thank you.

stayed from 09/05/2020 to 09/11/2020

ercole

Really nice place in an optimal location. The owners are kind and helpful. Spacious and functional room.

stayed from 08/26/2020 to 09/02/2020

marta

Fantastic location, right on the sea and strategic for visiting the area. Very welcoming and helpful managers. Super breakfast with homemade products! A dream vacation.

stayed from 08/13/2020 to 08/27/2020

rosetta

We stayed at B&B La Terrazza sul Mare during the first week of August, and we truly had a magnificent holiday, full of serenity and the beauty of nature, expressed by the well-kept garden and the splendid sea. The location of the property is excellent: it is indeed located in front of a stretch of sea that can only be accessed through the rocks, but fortunately 100 m ahead there is a sandy beach with a really clean sea (there was even a spring), and just 5 minutes by car you can reach the beautiful Pantanello beach. The excellent hospitality of the owners is to be appreciated, who delighted us every morning with a rich, delicious and genuine breakfast. As for the rooms, the cleanliness was impeccable and the furnishing of a warm style, suitable for the style of the property and the temperament of the owners, very sunny and helpful. Overall, a highly recommended B&B!

stayed from 08/01/2020 to 08/08/2020

annalucia

Friendliness and excellent welcome. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/06/2020 to 08/08/2020

carlotta

Beautiful B&B by the sea, friendly and helpful staff, optimal location just a few minutes from Fontane Bianche and the Gelsomineto oasis, very popular destinations for tourists.

stayed from 07/31/2020 to 08/02/2020

sebastiano

Beautiful sea view, just a stone's throw from the beach. Excellent organic breakfast and friendly staff. What more could you ask for.

stayed from 09/14/2019 to 09/15/2019

greg

greg rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/29/2019 to 09/07/2019

marianna

marianna rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/22/2019 to 08/29/2019

libero

We spent a week on vacation and we can say we had a good time. Excellent location, the structure overlooks the sea and is located a short distance from a fine sandy beach, equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds where you can have lunch while looking at the sea at modest prices. Overall all good.

stayed from 08/02/2019 to 08/09/2019

roberto

Attentive and helpful reception in a comfortable and friendly environment. Direct access to the beach, yet close to the main beaches. Very convenient location also as a base for visiting the surrounding areas. Worth going back.

stayed from 07/14/2018 to 07/15/2018

franco

We found a beautiful and well-organized structure. The manager of the structure and his collaborators were courteous and helpful. The breakfast prepared by an exceptional cook with a thousand different delicacies every day. Our room had a beautiful terrace overlooking the sea.

stayed from 05/26/2019 to 06/07/2019

margaret

A great place to stay. Super room with balcony and sea view. Excellent sandy beach, good for swimming right on the doorstep. First-class breakfast; especially loved the fresh fruit. Great to be able to sit outside in the garden with a sea view while having breakfast. Hosts are friendly and helpful. Honesty bar for water, beer & wine much appreciated. Very good eating places within walking distance, though the number is limited. Parking on site but tight entry to the parking area. The only negative was that it was not made clear before we arrived that credit/debit cards were not accepted and we had to pay cash. In addition to the quoted price, tourist tax was added.

stayed from 09/10/2018 to 09/16/2018

teresa

Fantastic place, exceptional owners, pure relaxation, well organized.

stayed from 09/01/2018 to 09/07/2018

davide

The B&B La Terrazza sul Mare has an extraordinary location just a few meters from the sea. The hospitality is perfect, thanks to the friendliness and coordination of the entire family that manages the B&B. The assigned room was quite large and was cleaned daily.

stayed from 08/19/2018 to 08/25/2018

alessia

Great location with direct access to the sea and not far from the city center. Spacious room and optimal cleanliness, with sea view. Excellent breakfast with local products, very kind hosts.

stayed from 08/09/2018 to 08/18/2018

amerigo

Structure in a privileged position with direct access to the sea. Our room was large, comfortable, and very clean. The spacious and new bathroom. Beautiful garden with lawns and trees where you can have a buffet breakfast. Given the splendid setting, the common areas could be improved, especially the inner courtyard and the reception. Simple but very satisfying breakfast with fresh local fruit.

stayed from 08/09/2018 to 08/14/2018

angela

Excellent location directly on the sea, very kind owners who welcomed us as if we were family.

stayed from 08/05/2018 to 08/11/2018

daniele

daniele rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/03/2018 to 08/07/2018

gabriele

gabriele rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 07/10/2018 to 07/20/2018

isabelle

Wonderful! The house is exactly like the pictures, it is located in Avola. Avola is a 15-minute drive from Syracuse, a nice and beautiful city. With a lovely and large free beach. Grazia and Paulo are lovely and super welcoming. Their house is really by the sea, exemplary cleanliness. The beach is 20 meters from the house through an almost private path. The house's parking is perfect. Having breakfast in the garden facing the sea is just marvelous. The breakfast is great, fruit, cakes, savory items, and the coffee is really good. Besides at the top of the alley, I recommend a gourmet stop to discover Sicilian products at "Il Terrone" at a really low price! Everyone will spend exceptional holidays.

stayed from 05/29/2018 to 06/02/2018

angelo

Beautiful place with direct access to the beach, very convenient! Lovely garden with sea view where you can have breakfast, relax, and take a quick shower when you come back from the beach. Very spacious room (we were 2 adults and 2 children), bright and very clean. Perfect breakfast with delicious local products. Definitely, the added value is the managers, very friendly and extremely helpful for every need. Unfortunately, we only stayed for 2 nights but we will definitely return. We recommend it to all those with children who want to relax and maybe go to the beach without the hassle of having to take the car even on vacation.

stayed from 08/27/2017 to 08/29/2017

andrea

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stayed from 06/28/2017 to 07/02/2017

vitaliano

Pleasant structure with panoramic position overlooking the Ionian Sea. The rooms are very clean, the breakfast is good with fresh products, both sweet and savory, and seasonal fruit. There is a beautiful garden and internal parking. The managers are kind and very helpful, always ready to respond to the customers' needs.

stayed from 06/13/2017 to 06/20/2017

sabrina

We stayed at this property for a week and we had a great time. Our room was on the first floor with a small terrace and a side sea view. The room has all the amenities: minibar, shower with new sanitary ware, everything is very clean and detailed. In the morning, we enjoyed a very colorful breakfast with a variety of fresh fruits and homemade jams (the lemon one is spectacular). Upon arrival, we were provided with all the information to make the most of our stay, the family of the managers is very kind and ready to meet all customer requests. We had a great time, we will definitely come back to the B&B "La Terrazza sul Mare".

stayed from 08/06/2016 to 08/13/2016

renzo

The property is in a favorable location for those who want to visit cultural places and is very close to the sea with beautiful beaches. It is family-run and everyone is very friendly and helpful in providing information and support on any request. Unforgettable vacation. We consider it excellent.

stayed from 06/21/2016 to 06/30/2016

andreas

B&B La Terrazza sul Mare has a beautiful location, the rooms are spacious, the Wi-Fi connection is good, and the reception is friendly.

stayed from 10/05/2015 to 10/06/2015

graziella

Warm welcome from the owners and their son. They are available and provide good advice. Very nice B&B located by the sea. Rooms with terrace. The breakfasts are plentiful and delicious with homemade and seasonal jam (oranges a true delight, quince and plums) plus little cakes prepared the night before by the hostess. Breakfasts are taken on the lawn in front of the sea. I highly recommend it.

stayed from 06/22/2014 to 06/26/2014