Title: B&B il rosso e il nero - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # B&B il rosso e il nero Travelers find peaceful respite at this lakeside retreat where mornings start with a full breakfast and days unfold between the dock and nearby attractions ## Photo gallery for B&B il rosso e il nero ![Terrace/patio - B&B il rosso e il nero (Zafferana Etnea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/c7dc5631.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room - B&B il rosso e il nero (Zafferana Etnea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/9f18c8b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - B&B il rosso e il nero (Zafferana Etnea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/d0a25445.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily full breakfast - B&B il rosso e il nero (Zafferana Etnea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/a84b5b0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - B&B il rosso e il nero (Zafferana Etnea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/45005ff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies B&B il rosso e il nero welcomes guests with scenic views and thoughtful amenities. Enjoy a cozy library, a garden for morning coffee, and a relaxing terrace. Free WiFi keeps you connected. Helpful service and a charming atmosphere consistently earn praise from past guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36047653&PinnedHotelID=36047653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room | Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/7ebe5ca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Yard Deck/patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36047700/36047653/9f18c8b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Yard Deck/patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZafferana-Etnea-Hotels-BB-Il-Rosso-E-Il-Nero.h36047653.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZafferana-Etnea-Hotels-BB-Il-Rosso-E-Il-Nero.h36047653.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Zafferana Etnea is home to B&B il rosso e il nero. Barone di Villagrande 1727 and Adventure Park Etna are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Le Zagare Shopping Center and I Portali Shopping Centre. Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. [Visit our Zafferana Etnea travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Zafferana-Etnea.dx6024099) [View more B&B in Zafferana Etnea](https://www.expedia.ca/Zafferana-Etnea-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6024099-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.69399%2C15.10697&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rsJutTmmBbg1v0b1A8oMOlRYXS0=) Via Roma, 385, Zafferana Etnea, CT, 95019 ### What's nearby - ![0_Tramonti-Etna](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049157/35c407a9-b14d-41a2-becb-03c548131504.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Etna 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - ![Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily. All around the city there are beatiful balconies, often decorated with flower pots. This is Corso Umberto, the main street of the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343604/6a701be1-5cb2-437c-952b-73a6abac0f2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Corso Umberto 25 min drive \- 33.9 km - ![beach and island Isola Bella at Taormina, Sicily](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182934/bafcb73c-24ab-4846-9c3a-3fda81a97ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Isola Bella 33 min drive \- 36.1 km - ![Panoramic view of Mt. Etna with snow from the beach of Catania; Shutterstock ID 783312544](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206823/81c95450-b12b-42e3-bd73-b91f2575a454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Catania Beach 35 min drive \- 39.5 km - Giardini Naxos Beach 29 min drive \- 33.1 km ### Getting around - Carruba Station 23 min drive - Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - Antica Dolceria Dell'Etna 4 min walk - Ristorante Pizzeria Orchidea 1 min walk - Trattoria N'da Calata 3 min drive - Dolceria Torrisi 2 min walk - Ristorante Pizzeria Belvedere 4 min walk ## About this property ### B&B il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast near Mount Etna Free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at B&B il rosso e il nero. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a dock, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at B&B il rosso e il nero boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Street parking available - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ### Things to do - Library ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Dock - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Free bottled water - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Oven - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Fan - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20.00 per person (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 10.00 (one-way), (from 10 to 15 years old) - Housekeeping is available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds This property accepts cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as B&B il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast B&B il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea Zafferana Etnea B&B il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast B&B il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast B&B il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea Zafferana Etnea B&B il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast Bed & breakfast B&B il rosso e il nero B B il rosso e il nero B&B il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast B&B il rosso e il nero Zafferana Etnea B&B il rosso e il nero Bed & breakfast Zafferana Etnea ## Frequently asked questions ### Is B&B il rosso e il nero pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at B&B il rosso e il nero? ### What time is check-out at B&B il rosso e il nero? ### Does B&B il rosso e il nero provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is B&B il rosso e il nero located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## B&B il rosso e il nero Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emilio Aug 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Top Il miglior b&b in assoluto dove ho alloggiato... 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