Hotel Villa Athena, Agrigento

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The restaurant dinner was fine dining. But we did not enjoy the food.

It is of course special to stay within the park. The hotel has the own entrance, which makes the entry simple but also unique. The room itself was very comfortable. The staff friendly as you expect from such hotel. The restaurant has a very good cook. The meal seems expensive compared to other local restaurants, but if you consider the quality, it is fairly cheap. The dinner was very delicious!

I would love to see more smiling staff in such hotel. Everybody was kind, but they looked unmotivated. We have not tried the spa. The cost of it did not inspired us to risk. The hotel is within the park, so the half of the room cost is probably due to this feature.

Arrival after sunset; the magical illuminated Concordia Temple!

Perfect location, great breakfast as it was served and not the standard buffe style.

Great place, beautiful location, great service.

The location, the room.

Location, beautiful rooms, good restaurant.

That we were only there one night.

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the view was ridiculous, the foos and the service second to none

The view on the temple

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Everything

Great location to visit the IL VALLE DEI TEMPLI

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Fantastic location. Nice facility

Would like a lunch option at the hotel

Absolutely fabulous experience. The location (literally inside the Valley of the Temples archeological complex), the room (VERY thankful for the upgrade to a room with Temple view!), the service and staff, the amazing breakfast. Best hotel we stayed in Sicily, we would come back anytime.

Nothing to report apart from the fact that we had to leave!

Our room was lovely -- we so enjoyed the terrace with its views of the Valley of the Temples. The pool and property are fantastic and the easy access to the UNESCO site from the villa was another plus!

The location was perfect, the food and drinks were very high standard if expensive, the room was very comfortable.

There were some minor misunderstandings with staff due probably to language difficulties, but we weren’t expecting that. The weather was very wet at times.

Amazing location right in the valley of the temples with its own private access to the site. Our room was huge and comfortable with a view of the temples in the distance. The hotel restaurant was also delicious and parking was easy.

Nothing, we had a lovely time!

Stunning location. The view of the temple from our room was magical.

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the location was incredible, the staff was very accommodating and helpful

Great location

The food

Everything. There wasn't one thing that they didn't take care of for you. Restaurant was excellent ..for all meals. Bartender was amazing. Front desk so helpful. Room was beyond expectations.

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We loved that there was an entrance to the Valley of the Temple right from the hotel. Easy parking too!

We reserved a temple view room which could only be see from the bathroom shower as it was completely blocked by a tree otherwise. And the arrangement of the room did not help with any sort of view. The room was quite small. Dinner options limited - we ended up eating off the premises. At the desk they were way off on the departure time in order to get to Palermo airport on time. Just ok - I expected way more for a 5 star hotel.

Beautiful view and well kept property. Staff is extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast is exceptional!

Sadly, the music in the bar right next to our room played from 08:00 am until midnight and was clearly audible inside the room. Staff was made aware of the issue and grateful for the feedback, very professional.

This resort is 5 star all the way. It may be a little more expensive than nearby options but it is totally worth it! It is inside the UNESCO Valley of the Temples park, we bought our tickets at the front desk and they opened a special gate to allow us to stroll thru a lovely forest of olive trees and a scented garden to reach the main walking path for the temples. The restaurant is excellent for all 3 meals a day and the staff was terrific...especially Ramona for the meals and Giovanni at the bar! The grounds are extensive and there were several places to sit and relax, read and enjoy the surroundings. The Concordia temple is right in front of you at all times and lit up at night which is spectacular. Without question our best hotel experience in all of Italy...over the 6 trips we have taken there!

We didn't want to leave!!!!

The location is great

It’s a beautiful place, so it was astonishing that the cushions of the outdoor furnishings did not dry up and seem to soak in water. The hotel is too nice for outdoor furniture leaving you with a wet behind….

Beautiful hotel. Our room was small but the terrace more than made up for it. Fantastic views of the Greek temples and they were lit up at night. Dinner was expensive - very fine dining ! We are there one night only then had other dinners in agrigento. The breakfasts were fantastic - lots of choice. Staff were friendly and helpful. The entrance and our room smelt wonderful.

Nothing. I knew it was expensive when I booked it. The pool was very cold but it is November!

The location was a real highlight as the restaurant looks across to one of the temples and at night lit up it’s a spectacular sight. The hotel was better than expected which is always a good surprise. The gardens, pool and social areas are spacious and pleasant. The restaurant food was good, albeit more expensive than others but the location and view is worth a small extra cost.

What a setting! The Concordia temple was right in front of the resort and only 10 minutes away with its own private entrance. We had lunch and dinner and the food was truly exceptional.

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Breakfast food was good but the staff was slow to initiate service and coffee didn’t arrive until we were nearly done with our meal and water came after coffee. The dinner was excellent food was amazing fresh and tasty.

Everything! Our view of the temple from our room was magical. Especially at night.

It was all good.

The location was excellent with a back entrance into the Valley of Temples. Sitting in the bar and having dinner with the view was so special.

The dogs that started barking at 5:30 am!

Spectacular view and wonderful staff.

Everything. Felt like I was in paradise and wish I could have stayed for more than one night. Everyone from the staff to the beautiful room to amenities was on point. Love the free parking and the welcome glass of champagne provided upon arrival.

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Pool side

Interior decoration needs a little revamp

Perfect stay

Gorgeous hotel with great pool, views of the ruins and private access to the temple area. Very hepful staff. Nice gym and spa services...very old school villa charm we loved.

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Fantastic hotel with the perfect location. The staff went over and above to ensure we have a great time at the property and we cannot thank them enough

Everything! A beautiful hotel, set in almond & olive groves, with the most spectacular views of the temples, that you will not tire of. Lovely room, comfy bed and luxury shower room. Large balcony/ terrace over-looking the temples. Service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff, who clearly loved working there. Food was excellent. Lovely pool area. Brilliant direct access to the temples, which meant we were able to have some time there to ourselves.

Nothing - loved it all

Location

Dining menus

The view of the Temples from the hotel are spectacular. We also enjoyed the pool service and the meals available at the hotel. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. Once there, we didn't have to leave. There is also the ability to purchase tickets to the Valley of the Temples and access the park directly from the hotel with a short walk/hike. All of these perks made this hotel the best pick ever! We truly relaxed for a few days in the middle of our multi-city Italian vacation soaking in the sun and views both day and night of this lovely location.

Room had Abeautiful view. Lovely pool. He made a mean margarita.

pool, staff - drinks

The location right next to the valley of the temples is exceptionally amazing and very special

Some waiters were very good and some less so

Villa Athena is a beautiful resort on the edge of the archaeological park and has amazing views of the Temple. The resort has a restaurant serving Sicilian fine dining. There is a spa and pool. We really enjoyed our stay and our guided tour of the ruins which we arranged via the hotel.

no dislikes

Beautiful, relaxing atmosphere, incredible views, friendly staff, delicious food in the restaurant

Some of the pricing was a bit unclear eg for breakfasts

Incredible location and views all day and all night.

Stroppy receptionist. Gym wasn't great and equipment wasn't up to the standard of my 18 year old!

Quiet room, amazing pool, great dinner.

The location is outstanding. Clean and very comfortable bed. Very good food. High standard of upkeep all around.

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Location. It's in the Temple park. Relatively big room. Love the patio. Pool is nice with a view of the temple.

The spa is not included.