Villa Athena

We enjoyed spa services with Melania. Both the stone massage and facial were wonderful and relaxing.

Villa Athena has unmatched views, incredible service, and beautiful grounds. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. We stayed one night as part of a driving trip across Sicily and it was a delight to have an evening overlooking the Valley of the Temples! After days driving and hiking, a little time in the pool followed by a massage from Melania at the spa was transformative. The views from the restaurant at night are absolutely incredible.

The most amazing pedicure I have ever had. An exceptional experience with Chiara. I highly recommend this most special treat for anyone who likes pedicures.

Upon arrival, we were made comfortable in the living room adjacent to the check-in desk. Before we even begun to register, two glasses of champagne were poured. Registration was professional and relatively easy. My AE card was on file and she only needed our passports to finalize the check-in which she did from the sofa. She arranged for our luggage to be delivered to our suite. While this was happening, she escorted us to the various dining options which included a dining table in a less formal setting of the vegetable garden where all ingredients were grown. We chose to eat in the mid terrace dining space where the piano was playing. Exceptional dining experience with local wine. The pool area was well maintained and there were staff available at all times to address any needs that one would need to be addressed. Our suite faced the Temple of Concordia and at night time was even more spectacular. We travel the world and we both would state this was by far one of the best experiences we have had. I highly recommend for focus on customer service and satisfaction. Truly a Five-Star Experience!

Overall the Hotel was lovely with a pool, with lunch/snack and bar service by the pool, a nice fitness center, and nice enough rooms that were well airconditioned. The hotel has a beautiful view of the Valley of the Temples, and a private entry way to access this site, which we did with our private guide. That is a nice perk of staying at this hotel. The restaurant was very fancy and overpriced though. I got a lobster with pasta special and I should have asked for the price in advance, my mistake, it was $80 Euros!!!! The made to order breakfast that was included was lovely and very good. There isn't a lot in this area of Agrigento, so we only stayed one night to break up our drive from Trapani to Ortiga/Siracusa.

If you are interested in viewing Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, do yourself a favor and stay at Villa Athena, the only resort situated within the archaeological park. The hotel does anything and everything to welcome you but the best part of our trip was the view of the Concordia Temple right from our room, as well as throughout the resort. It is truly breathtaking to view it at every turn, as well as lit up at night. We even did a picnic at their local farm.

Wow!! What a beautiful spot. Our only disappointment was we only booked one night! Spectacular hotel overlooking the magnificent Greek temples beautifully lit up at night. Hotel was excellent. The best steam shower I’ve seen anywhere in the world, very comfortable rooms. Boris at the front desk was outstanding, helping us find a great guide and making our stay so comfortable helping us with so many questions! The hotel is beautiful with stunning gardens, pool and excellent dinning! We had a fantastic dinner in their signature restaurant where Alexandro looked after us with great recommendations. The food was superb! Breakfast on the terrace overlooking the temples was another treat! Highly recommend this place if visiting Agrigento! The hotel also has special access to the temple ruins so it allows a little extra time in the evening! Just loved this place and their people!

My wife and I had a lovely massage with Melania and enjoyed all of the spa facilities. Very relaxing after a hot day!

Fantastic experience. Highly recommend Giovanni and had bbq amazing personal dining experience. Come

I am sitting at the pool remembering the amazing dinner we had with Govanni in the garden with an amazing view of the Temples. I highly recommend the entire garden dining experience. The food was outstanding, the chef was primo and Govanni completed the experience with his loving charm. The most beautiful music served as a backdrop to a perfect evening. Highly recommended!! Additionally, Alessandro is the most attentive and accommodating concierge we have had in Sicily. He has a magical ability to anticipate your every desire.

Our stay at the Villa Athena Resort was spectacular. It stands out as a highlight on our multi-town exploration of Sicily. This 5-star resort sit inside the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Archaeological Park of the Valley of the Temples and offers breathtaking views of the Concordia Temple. We dined at the resort's restaurant the first night, enjoying the freshest fish and superb service while watching the Concordia Temple change colors as it was lit up against the night sky. The following morning, we purchased our tickets at the front desk and were escorted from our hotel to the gate entering the park -- it was that easy! We spent the entire day exploring these fascinating ruins, set amidst olive and almond groves. By the way, the Villa Athena Resort also has its own lush garden; the produce is used in their freshly-prepared foods. Special thanks to Alessandro, who went over and beyond to make our stay so wonderful.

3 fantastic days in this beautiful hotel. Staff were welcoming, knowledgeable and attentive throughout. The room (classic) was luxurious and well equipped with a balcony. The terrace restaurant was exceptional and atmospheric, the Sicily tasting experience in the kitchen garden was very enjoyable. Our massage at the spa was bliss and time by and in the outdoor pool awesome. And the location...wow! Didn't want to leave, a brilliant way to spend our wedding anniversary.

Giovani and Vincinzo were amazing. Everything was perfect. The wine! The food! The music! Perfecto!

Charming hotel with a private direct entrance to the ruins. The hotel is set iin a garden with a nice pool area, everything facing the Concordia Temple. We had a suite consisting of an average sized living and bedroom, a small closet, a terrace and a modern bathroom. They offer 3 terraces for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All very nice and with excellent menú and food. AC works well. WIFI could be more stable outside. Staff is very atentive. The best hotel in the área.

We stayed in a beautiful suite with a view of the Temples and were in awe every time we looked out the window or sat on our deck. The room was phenomenal with a sitting area, comfortable king size bed, and shower and separate bath. You cannot beat this location - you walk through a gate to get into the temple complex. We dined at the restaurant and had an incredible view of the temples in the night sky. The staff members were so kind and helpful. This was an experience we will never forget.

I recently booked this hotel two rooms, unfortunately, my experience was far from what I had hoped for. I booked the presidential suite, room 201, and was extremely let down upon arrival. The room was outdated, showing signs of wear and tear that suggested it hadn’t been remodeled in decades. For the hefty price of $2,400 a night, I expected a much more luxurious and up-to-date experience. My other non suite room for my kids was nicer room 101 and 1/2 the price. After expressing my concerns, the staff did offer me a different room that had been remodeled, although it was not a suite. While I appreciated the effort, it was disappointing to have to downgrade when I had specifically booked a suite for that price. They mentioned they would speak to the booking agency regarding the price difference or possibly cover my dinner as compensation. However, at the end of my stay, I was surprised to find that NOTHING was taken off my bill. The hotel is situated in an amazing location. However, the outdated rooms and the lack of care from the staff left much to be desired. I felt that the staff didn’t prioritize guest satisfaction, which really detracted from the overall experience thus the 1 star rating. Overall, I cannot recommend this hotel unless significant changes are made to both the accommodations and the level of service. It’s a shame, as this place has so much potential in such a prime location. With new luxury hotels opening near this area I’ll stay there next year.

I had an incredible massage with Melania. She was so kind to take me at the last minute! And it was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend her!

Chiara gave me an AMAZING deep tissue massage. I feel brand new.

Melania gave me a wonderful face massage. Highly recommend.

What a wonderful hotel. Beautiful grounds, spectacular views of the Valley of the Temples, and wonderful service. Allesandro at the front desk was a real stand-out- so helpful, friendly and down to earth- he really helped to elevate our overall experience. Hotel restaurant was good; expensive but with incredible views of the Temples from the restaurant terrace. Overall, we couldn't imagine staying anywhere else in the area and found this to be a very special place. Just go- you won't be disappointed!

It’s a stunning property with excellent service and with views that are to die for. The restaurants and spa are also excellent.