CDS Hotels Terrasini

Immersed in a 27-hectare park with olive trees, cacti, prickly pears, and lush Mediterranean vegetation, CDS Hotel Terrasini offers guests an incomparable panorama overlooking the Gulf of Castellammare. Almost all rooms, spacious terraces, pools, restaurants, and bars harmoniously blend into the cliff descending towards the sea, providing breathtaking views. CDSHotels Terrasini is one of the most renowned hospitality establishments in Sicily, attracting both Italians and foreigners from around the world to the island. Its strategic location allows easy access to numerous sites of historical, natural, and cultural significance. Completing its offerings is the Toboggan: one of the world's top 10 water slides and the tallest in Europe; featuring 4 series of slides positioned on the cliff overlooking the Gulf of Castellammare, spanning 3 seawater pools and culminating in the crystal-clear waters of the gulf. CDSHotels Terrasini is the perfect destination for exclusive vacations combining nature, relaxation, and entertainment.

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Facilities

Amenities
Pets Allowed
Animation
Air conditioning
Beach Volley
Family rooms
Rooms for disabled people
Garden
Hydromassage
Sport facilities
Mini Club
Beach
Parking
Pool
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Spa
Solarium terrace
Wi-Fi
Room services
Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Room equipped for the disabled
Safe
Shower
Minibar
Phone
TV

Information

Position

Nestled in a 27-hectare park with olive trees, cacti, prickly pears, and lush Mediterranean scrub, it offers guests unparalleled views of the Gulf of Castellammare. Nearly all the rooms, spacious terraces, pools, restaurants, and bars harmoniously blend into the cliff that slopes towards the sea, boasting breathtaking views. CDSHotels Terrasini is one of the most renowned hospitality facilities in Sicily and a reference point for Italians and foreigners from all over the world. Its strategic location allows easy access to numerous sites of high historical, natural, and cultural value. Completing the offer is the Toboggan: one of the 10 most famous water slides in the world and the highest in Europe; 4 sets of slides on the cliff overlooking the Gulf of Castellammare that pass through 3 seawater pools and end in the crystal-clear waters of the gulf. CDSHotels Terrasini is the ideal place for privileged vacations among nature, relaxation, and fun

Informations.

ALL INCLUSIVE (May 24 / September 20) includes: Welcome drink. Wi-Fi in the lobby and common areas. Internet point in the lobby. Luggage service, 24-hour reception.

FULL BOARD buffet with beverages included at meals (water, soft drinks, beer and wine) with one typical dinner per week, available at the Ristorante del Golfo, offering Italian and international cuisine with buffet service in its three dining rooms, open throughout the entire season for breakfast, lunch and dinner. LIGHT BREAKFAST extended breakfast at the Olimpionica Bar and Belvedere Bar (09:30/11:00). Themed restaurants by reservation included in the stay: “Il Siciliano” (14/06 – 13/09), open-air, featuring typical regional cuisine; “L’Oasi” (05/07 – 06/09), indoor sea-view restaurant with a rich selection of ethnic and international dishes, focaccia and cheeses, also ideal for vegetarians; “La Capannuccia” (14/06 – 13/09), open-air wood-fired pizzeria in the park.

SPECIAL FULL BOARD and SPECIAL HALF BOARD (from April 2 to May 24 and from September 20 to November 1): bookable with beverages included at meals served in the restaurant (water, wine, beer and soft drinks) and one typical evening per week, welcome drink, luggage service, 24-hour reception, internet point in the lobby, Wi-Fi in the lobby and common areas, Olympic pool and Golfo pools with sun umbrellas and loungers, piano bar, daytime sports facilities, Toboggan and Lido Pontone, daytime use of the gym, Nello Land, internal unattended parking. In low season, at the Management’s discretion, buffet service may be replaced by table service with a 3-course menu; some services may not be available on Sundays.

OPEN BAR (24/05–20/09) with unlimited consumption of draft soft drinks, draft beer, selected local alcoholic and spirits, coffee service, sweet and savory snacks, fruit service, aperitifs at one of the bars at set times, pizza at La Capannuccia from 14/06 to 13/09. Every Saturday before dinner, “Village Saturday” with street food and drinks along the village streets. Open bar does not include: mineral water, bottled or canned drinks and beer, wine, foreign liquors and spirits, ice creams and packaged products.

BABY FOOD AREA (Biberoneria) equipped with the following foods: unsalted vegetable broth, vegetable purée, rice cream, unsalted tomato sauce, whole or semi-skimmed milk, soft cheeses, grated cheese, yogurt and two types of baby pasta. Staff available to assist parents during mealtimes.

SPECIAL COELIAC: basic products provided (bread, pasta, biscuits and dessert at dinner). Products for other intolerances are not guaranteed.

SPECIAL WEEKS: Welcome Summer from June 21 to 28, a full week to welcome summer with stalls along the village streets, Sicilian street food, beer and wine, and more; Sports Week with football and volleyball school with professional players from July 5 to 12; Tennis Week from July 26 to August 2; Street Artists Week from August 2 to 9 with itinerant artists and street food along the village streets.

BORGO IN FESTA: every Wednesday afternoon exhibition and sale of local handicrafts and performance by a folk group with musicians and dancers during dinner with a buffet of typical Sicilian dishes.

ENTERTAINMENT (24/05–20/09): daytime and evening entertainment and piano bar every evening. No entertainment activities are scheduled at the “Lago dei Fiori” and “Piscine del Golfo” pools. MINI-CLUB and JUNIOR CLUB at set times with our friendly mascot Nello the Seagull. NELLO LAND playground near the “Lago dei Fiori” pool.

POOLS, all with sea view: “Olimpionica” 50 m x 25 m, can be heated in low season with lanes reserved for athletes, always open. “Lago dei Fiori” (14/06 – 13/09) 800 sqm, depth from 0 to 130 cm, near the Sicily, Sardinia, Elba, Capri and Ischia buildings, ideal for families with children. “Piscine del Golfo”: one pool with waterfall and two whirlpool pools on different levels, always open. TOBOGGAN: one of the 10 most famous water slides in the world and the highest in Europe; four sets of slides on the cliff overlooking the Gulf of Castellammare, crossing three seawater pools; the last slides lead directly into the sea. Pool depths: from 140 cm to 160 cm.

LIDO PONTONE: private lido equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers on platforms near the Toboggan, with convenient ladders for sea access.

BEACH: sandy beach located in Ciammarita (Trappeto), 4.5 km away, equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers subject to availability, beach bar, showers and facilities. Shuttle service to/from the beach at set times starting from 9:00, last departure from the hotel at 17:00. Beach, kiosk and shuttle available from May 24 to September 20.

NATURE TRAIL: a path running along the entire property along the cliffside, offering breathtaking sea views—ideal for jogging or unforgettable walks immersed in Sicily’s lush nature.

FITNESS ROOM: gym next to the sports fields (daytime use only). SPORTS FIELDS (except night use): equipment (with deposit) available at reception. 1 multipurpose basketball/volleyball court, 1 beach volleyball court, 1 five-a-side football field, 10 tennis courts, 1 archery range, 2 bocce courts, 1 18-hole mini-golf course, table tennis.

PARKING: fenced internal unattended parking.

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: SPA near the Olympic pool, featuring 1 Jacuzzi, 2 saunas, 2 Turkish baths, 2 emotional showers, 1 ice fountain, 1 couples massage cabin, 1 massage cabin, 1 beauty cabin. In-room minibar. Conference center. City tax payable locally upon arrival. Late check-out. STORES: four shops selling bijoux and local handicrafts, a bazaar with tobacco products, and a clothing shop. TRANSFERS AND EXCURSIONS: bookable at the dedicated desk. MEDICAL CLINIC: open from June to September.

PETS: small dogs (max 10 kg) are allowed with a supplement, limited availability, upon request, in some Comfort Park View rooms. Bowls for food and water are provided in the room. Dogs may access only the designated areas specified in the regulations provided upon arrival (e.g., not in pool areas, lobby, restaurant, parking or sports fields) and must be kept on a leash and muzzled. Dog food is not provided. No other animals are allowed.

STAYS: Check-in from 17:00, check-out by 10:00. Late check-out until 16:00 may be requested at reception, subject to availability and with a supplement.

Rooms

ROOM DESCRIPTION: 803 rooms, most of them Superior sea view single environment (from 2 to 4 beds) with sea view and Comfort park view single environment (from 2 to 4 beds) with a view of the lush gardens. All rooms are air-conditioned, with a minibar (refilled upon request), hairdryer, TV, telephone, safe, private balcony or terrace, bathroom with shower and hairdryer. Among the Comfort triple rooms, there are 10 rooms equipped for disabled guests.

The price includes

ALL INCLUSIVE includes:

  • Welcome drink

  • Wi-Fi in the lobby and common areas

  • Internet point in the lobby

  • Luggage service, 24-hour reception

  • FULL BOARD buffet with beverages included at meals (water, soft drinks, beer and wine) with one typical dinner per week, available at the Ristorante del Golfo, offering Italian and international cuisine with buffet service in its three dining rooms, open throughout the entire season for breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • LIGHT BREAKFAST extended breakfast at the Olimpionica Bar and Belvedere Bar (09:30/11:00)

  • Themed restaurants by reservation included in the stay:
    “Il Siciliano” (14/06 – 13/09), open-air, featuring typical regional cuisine.
    “L’Oasi” (05/07 – 06/09), indoor sea-view restaurant with a wide selection of ethnic and international dishes, focaccia and cheeses, also ideal for vegetarians.
    “La Capannuccia” (14/06 – 13/09), open-air wood-fired pizzeria in the park.

  • OPEN BAR (24/05–20/09) with unlimited consumption of draft soft drinks, draft beer, selected local alcoholic beverages and spirits, coffee service, sweet and savory snacks, fruit service, aperitifs at one of the bars at set times, pizza at La Capannuccia from 14/06 to 13/09. Every Saturday before dinner, “Village Saturday” with street food and drinks along the village streets.
    The open bar does not include: mineral water, bottled or canned drinks and beer, wine, foreign liquors and spirits, ice creams and packaged products.

  • ENTERTAINMENT (24/05–20/09) daytime and evening activities and piano bar every evening. No entertainment activities are scheduled at the “Lago dei Fiori” and “Piscine del Golfo” pools. MINI CLUB and JUNIOR CLUB at set times with our friendly mascot Nello the Seagull.

  • NELLO LAND, playground near the “Lago dei Fiori” pool.
    POOLS, all with sea view:
    “Olimpionica” 50 m x 25 m, can be heated in low season and with lanes reserved for athletes, always open.
    “Lago dei Fiori” (14/06 – 13/09) 800 sqm, depth from 0 to 130 cm, near the Sicily, Sardinia, Elba, Capri and Ischia buildings, ideal for families with children.
    “Piscine del Golfo”: 1 pool with waterfall and 2 whirlpool pools on different levels, always open.

  • TOBOGGAN: one of the 10 most famous water slides in the world and the highest in Europe; 4 sets of slides positioned on the cliff overlooking the Gulf of Castellammare, crossing 3 seawater pools. The final slides lead directly into the sea. Pool depths: from 140 cm to 160 cm.

  • LIDO PONTONE: private lido equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers on platforms near the Toboggan, with convenient ladders for sea access.

  • BEACH: sandy beach located in Ciammarita (Trappeto), 4.5 km away, equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers subject to availability, beach bar, showers and facilities. Shuttle service to/from the beach at set times starting from 9:00, last departure from the hotel at 17:00. Beach, kiosk and shuttle available from May 24 to September 20.

The fee does not include
  • Pets: €10 per day to be paid locally, limited availability, upon request in some Comfort Park View rooms

  • SPA located near the Olympic pool, featuring 1 Jacuzzi, 2 saunas, 2 Turkish baths, 2 emotional showers, 1 ice fountain, 1 couples massage cabin, 1 massage cabin, 1 beauty cabin

  • In-room minibar

  • Conference center

  • City tax to be paid locally upon arrival

  • Late check-out

  • Stores: four shops selling bijoux and local handicrafts, a bazaar with tobacco products, and a clothing shop

  • Transfers and excursions: bookable at the dedicated desk

  • Medical clinic: open from June to September

  • City tax: payable locally upon arrival

  • Gratuities and personal extras

  • Anything not expressly indicated as included in the package

Children’s ages are always considered as not yet completed.

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in: after 5:00 PM - Check-out: by 10:00 AM

Late check-out until 16:00 may be requested at reception, subject to availability and with a supplement.

Pets Policy

PETS: small dogs (max 10 kg) are allowed with a supplement, limited availability, upon request, in some Comfort Park View rooms. Bowls for food and water are provided in the room. Dogs may access only the designated areas specified in the regulations provided upon arrival (e.g., not in pool areas, lobby, restaurant, parking or sports fields) and must be kept on a leash and muzzled. Dog food is not provided. No other animals are allowed.

Cancellation policy

2026 – BOOKING CONFIRMATION: Before confirming your booking and making payment, please carefully verify the accuracy of all details stated in the confirmation, with particular attention to guests’ names, hotel services, start and end dates of the stay, and related transport services (flight, bus, ferry).

IDENTITY DOCUMENTS: All passengers, including minors and infants, must be in possession of a valid identity document.

CHILD DISCOUNTS: The booking confirmation includes the children’s dates of birth (day, month and year). Please carefully check this information. Correct birth dates are essential for the application of age-related discounts or free stays. For example, if a child is considered free up to the age of eight but exceeds this age at check-in, the corresponding standard rate will be applied and the difference charged.

PETS: Guests traveling with pets must declare their presence at the time of booking so that it is included in the confirmation. Late notification may result in penalties or management fees if the selected property does not allow pets. For ferry travel, a pet on board supplement of €35.00 applies. Pets are not allowed in cabins unless specifically requested. Pet cabin costs vary depending on the period and ferry company.

FERRY TRAVEL: For ferry departures, vehicle details (type, model and license plate number) will be indicated directly on the booking confirmation and subsequently on the travel ticket. The ferry package includes:
• Day crossing: deck passage for all routes.
• Night crossing: deck passage for all routes. Seats may be purchased at €8.00 per route from 4 years of age. Children under 4 years (infants) are not allowed to occupy a seat.
• Car round trip (A/R): maximum length 5 meters; maximum height 2.20 m for Moby/Tirrenia and 1.90 m for GNV/Grimaldi. Vehicles exceeding these dimensions are subject to supplements according to the ferry company.
• Cabin accommodation (if purchased): includes 4 berths; for families of 5 persons, accommodation consists of 4 cabin berths + 1 deck passage.

Any communication or modification regarding vehicle details after the confirmation has been issued will incur a €50.00 amendment fee, in addition to any ticket reissue costs.

Ferry companies reserve the right, for technical, operational or force majeure reasons, to modify schedules, routes and the type of vessel used.
Such changes will be promptly communicated via SMS to the contacts provided at the time of booking.

CANCELLATION INSURANCE: Cancellation insurance is optional and subject to payment. It must be requested at the time of booking and cannot be added later.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Any special requests indicated in the booking cannot be guaranteed. Telephone requests will not be taken into consideration.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR BOOKINGS MADE UNTIL 31/03:
Cancellation up to 30 working days before departure: no penalty
From 29 to 21 working days before departure: 25% penalty of the total stay amount
From 20 to 11 working days before departure: 50% penalty
From 10 to 3 working days before departure: 75% penalty
From 2 to 0 days before departure: 100% penalty

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR BOOKINGS MADE FROM 01/04:
Cancellation up to 30 working days before departure: 10% penalty of the total stay amount
From 29 to 21 working days before departure: 25% penalty
From 20 to 11 working days before departure: 50% penalty
From 10 to 3 working days before departure: 75% penalty
From 2 to 0 days before departure: 100% penalty

For cancellations made within the above terms, for amounts not subject to penalty, a holiday voucher valid for 12 months from the date of issue will be provided. The voucher does not require acceptance by the recipient.

In case of late arrival, early departure or reduction in the number of guests compared to the booking, the full booking amount remains payable. No reductions are granted for changes in stay duration or number of guests. Unused meals are non-refundable.

(**) Working days: 6 working days per week are considered, including Saturday.

COMMUNICATIONS: Cancellation requests will be valid only if sent in writing (letter, telegram, fax or email) to Aleste Viaggi Srl. The date of receipt by Aleste Viaggi Srl will be considered valid. Communications sent after 21:00 will be considered as received the following day.

BOOKING MODIFICATIONS: All modification requests must be sent exclusively by email. Requests made through other channels will not be accepted. The amendment fee is €50.00, plus any additional costs related to changes in period or booked package.

FOOD INTOLERANCES AND ALLERGIES: Any food intolerances or allergies must be communicated at the time of booking. Each property’s policies are stated in the information sheets and official websites. In case of late notification, we will do our best to find alternative solutions; however, any additional costs or penalties applied by the property will be borne by the client.

PAYMENT TERMS: Payment of the travel package must be made according to the methods and deadlines indicated at the time of booking. Failure to comply with these deadlines will result in cancellation of the booking with loss of the amounts already paid.

CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT: Check-in from 16:00; check-out by 10:00.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Travel documents will be sent electronically 7 days before departure.