Hotels on first line in Taormina

This hotel was absolutely amazing. The views of Isola Bella and Mount Etna are breathtaking, and the private beach alone makes staying here a no-brainer

The food at the beach bar is terrible - Tuna Panini both crispy and soggy. However le Gran Bleu for lunch was great. We thought breakfast ok, covered all bases but no wow. Basic omelettes were at an extra charge

Our stay at Una Hotels Capotaormina was a very positive experience. The property and grounds outside of the hotel were stunning. The pool service and staff were excellent

We stayed in a sea view room and it had gorgeous views of Taormina. Our room was very spacious and even had a dressing room which we loved

One staff member saw me drop a napkin on the floor and immediately came over to give me a new one without me asking for it. The cleaning staff were constantly trying to assist us with keeping the room clean

We were nervous upon seeing the shower, as it was outdated, but surprisingly it worked very well. Although breakfast was good, we would have liked to have had better food at the bar

Amazing location. Lovely room and breakfast. Gym is small but well equipped which might be challenging in peak season.

Our room was spacious, comfortable, clean and had 2 balconies to overlook the town and view of the Greek Roman Theatre. There’s an outdoor pool above the lobby and spa services available. I can’t wait to stay here again

While fine, this hotel is not a 5 star hotel by any stretch, The gym was underwhelming, the pool looked tired as did the lobby areas. Rooms were nice by very small. It just didn’t have a high level of amenity

We were given a briefing and showed a map (with lots of great recommendation's) from the concierge staff, which really helped us get a great grasp on what to see and do in the area; with only a few days there this was really helpful

The manager Alberto took care of everything we needed and asked for! Angelo, who is everything, everywhere, all at once, also assisted with suggestions, recommendations and just great conversation about family and life

Even the doorman was a familiar face, as we were coming and going from the hotel at all hours. The breakfast here is wonderful with plenty of options from classic Italian to ala carte eggs, pancakes etc

The room is great, there is a terrace, an outdoor swimming pool, and the service is also very warm

Absolutely stunning! This hotel is built into the hillside, so every room offers ocean views. You can really connect with nature and greenery right from your balcony

The breakfast room is bathed in sunlight and even offers distant views of the snow-capped Mount Etna. The breakfast was excellent, and the location is great too (with several good restaurants nearby for dinner)

Of course, the downhill road can be quite a challenge for drivers

Only serve breakfast, pool was closed, TV is size or a laptop mounted on the wall and decor shows year of use with scratches and chips. Balcony is nice but could not use as no privacy

The hotel price is also moderate, offering fantastic value for money! Finally, I absolutely loved the hotel's bathrobes – the shawl collar design was so unique, haha

Thank you for the wonderful evening spent by the pool at the closing gala dinner of the Taormina Film Festival, for the culinary experiences you enjoyed, and for hosting our precious and highly regarded Sicilian master, Amaro Ciur 'Ama ra

This 120-year-old grand dame of a hotel is filled with character. It’s not shiny and new and WiFi is patchy in the rooms but it is ideally located and has a lovely pool area and gorgeous views.

(I was confused because it didn't include breakfast when booking, but I was told it was included when I checked in. ) The hotel has a small garden with a beautiful pool at the end

It came with a small terrace with a sea view. The bathroom seemed renovated, and the fixtures were relatively new. The Western breakfast was standard, with smoothies available

Although old, the common areas have been largely renovated and are well-maintained. The high ceilings make for a comfortable and pleasant experience, and the staff are friendly. I even had a room tour of my single room

The hotel's extra services are above four-star standards, including a spa, lunch, bar, and dinner (though I didn't try them). The guest area inside the room looked older, but it was spacious enough

Although the swimming pool is not big, it has a beautiful view. The lady at the front desk was very nice and helpful in introducing attractions and restaurants. The breakfast is also very good

Excellent boutique hotel!Beautiful and peaceful.Staffs are very friendly and warmly.the room is big,the bed is comfortable,breakfast is delicious,the view is beautiful.Our perfect stay in Taormina.

Few minute walk to all the bars, restaurants and the tram that takes you to the beaches. Room is spacious but we wish there were a dresser with drawers

Trust me you will not be disappointed. The pool is also incredible so be sure to set time aside in the itinerary for relaxing there

The grounds are absolutely beautiful and every single staff member here is committed to ensuring your stay is nothing less than perfect. I simply cannot imagine even the pickiest person having issues at this hotel

My friend has a severe nut allergy and she took it so seriously and communicated with us and the chef everyday to ensure my friend felt safe eating breakfast at the hotel. I can’t say enough how great she was

The view remains unchanged —Etna! The sea below spreads itself like a promise, or a threat. But let us speak of the pigeons. They are not your ordinary urban scavengers

On our last day we ordered a simple steak with fries and a green salad at the pool grill. It was grey and chewy with very little flavour

we enjoyed drinks and light lunch on the beautiful Terrace with great views of Mount Etna. It was just perfect as was Fabio our amazing waiter. He must get a mention as the best waiter in the world

Thank you SO much for making our afternoon such a perfect one

The pigeons of the Grand Hotel Timeo are imperialists. They have studied Machiavelli. One — let us call him Generalissimo — stationed himself at my table

I was merely an obstacle between himself and what he clearly considered his just desserts. They descend upon your cornetto with the confidence of venture capitalists, their beady eyes holding neither apology nor doubt

The vibe and atmosphere is amazing and worth the price of drinks to wander through the gardens and peek at the swimming pool!

The staff was fantastic and the cleanliness was impeccable. The food was exquisite; the restaurant was Michelin-starred. This was our first experience in Sicily, and I must say, Taormina is truly magical

I recommend this wonderful hotel to anyone who loves luxury stays. We escaped a fake 5-star hotel on the bay of Taormina and took refuge in this oasis of luxury and well-being

Come and discover this hotel, you'll fall in love; it was also the location for the TV series "The White Lotus. " Absolute luxury, a top-notch hotel!

Spectacular hotel with perfect service. Wonderful food, a perfect location and all around great experience. A truly special property.

From the moment you arrive at Four Seasons San Domenico Palace, Taormina, you know you are somewhere extraordinary

Sea views from here are just stunning, mainland Italy in the distance. Staff helpful but aloof or dour. Food overpriced for what it is - dining with a delicious view. Rooms 3 star, the essentials. Take a small kettle

Hotel was in a great location in Taormina.  Valet parking was very useful.  Breakfast was great - lots of traditional Silcilian items on offer including delicious cakes and easter biscuits.  Would definitely recommend.

The guy at the front desk upgraded us to a room with a sea view balcony. The swimming pool was also very good. The breakfast was also very rich. The room was not big but had all the facilities

The breakfast buffet is excellent, and there's an outdoor pool with sun loungers. Check-out is unusually early – 10:30 AM, but we were allowed to stay 40 minutes longer

Great hotel in a great location, close to the city center with a swimming pool. The only downside was the air conditioning which we couldn't get working in our room...

The hotel is in a good location, close to the city, the staff is very friendly, the environment is very good, the price is very good, the breakfast has many choices and tastes good! Recommended! The sanitation is good, and the room is spacious and new!

I could rave about every aspect of this hotel - the design of the rooms (important as our family of four had no issues finding space for all of our luggage and personal items, yet the room was still very comfortable), the team that works at the hotel, the pool, the restaurant, the location

If you need a hotel with stunning views and great access to the cable car, this is the place. The staff's response is immediate. For any request, their answer is YES, and then they clarify what is needed

They react promptly to minor complaints. Everything is of very high quality and pleasant. Because of this, even tipping the staff was not an issue. Water was replenished every day

The only downside I would suggest is that they should consider organizing additional wine tastings on-site

Our recent stay at the Mazzarò Sea Palace in Taormina was nothing short of exceptional

The hotel’s location on a stunning, secluded cove feels like something out of a dream — crystal-clear water, panoramic views of the Sicilian coastline, and the soothing sound of waves right outside your balcony

The pool is a bit on the small side and gets quite noisy with lots of kids in the afternoon. My room wasn't huge, but it had a terrace that was half the size of the room, which was wonderful for watching the sunrise

Of the minuses I want to note the absence of normal beach ( it is in the next Bay ) and the lack of entertainment (tennis, pool. well, you , I think, understand what I mean)

I traveled solo around Sicily and after staying two nights in the mountains, I chose this hotel by the sea. It's quite good value for a luxury hotel

The room service, restaurant, and pool were all very friendly, and they even rented us a SUP at the beach right in front of the hotel.

The location is unique, but the hotel itself is a bit small and showing its age. The views are fantastic, but the sea access is over rocks, so it's a bit dangerous to go barefoot – water shoes are a must

The room had a great view right by the sea, with a train passing through the mountains nearby – it was magical at night. A special thank you to Federica (I hope I spelled it right) for all their help!

Nice storage space is provided. A small balcony, with side-sea views from all rooms. The bathroom needs investment, the shower is weak and very dated

The hotel has a rule of no outside drinks in these areas, but if you want to inforce this a pool bar should be provided, expecting guests to walk to reception, on the ground floor is a stupid idea

The decoration of the place, just like the bar area can only be described as an retirement home. Poor area:- Split on two level; sun deck on on and the swimming pool on the other

The Ipanema Hotel Taormina, Sicily is a traditional Sicilian Hotel with wood panelling. The rooms are spacious with wardrobe space, dressing table, mirrors, comfy beds. There are plug sockets and lights next to the bed

When you enter the dining room you get shown to your table, higher standards which are not needed when the lower hotel standards let you down. Overall, this could be a good breakfast with better quality produce

Dining area:- For a four-star hotel the breakfast should be better. Tinned fruit is a no-no for four-star. The coffee was also weak, not the high standard expected in Italy

Our stay at the Grand Hotel San Pietro was truly unforgettable. The location is spectacular, perched above the sea with breathtaking views of the coastline and Mount Etna

The property is stunning, the staff is profesional, attentive, kind. The food is of very highly quality and delicious. We highly recommend this property, it is an unforgetable experience

A wonderful experience - beautiful views, friendly staff and generous gin and tonics!

Mind that there is no beach nearby and using the ones the hotel takes you to is expensive

Staff was excellent, great breakfast every morning. Room cleaning was super.

Excellent all around. Terrific service, beautiful spot

The breakfast every morning was delicious! And the view from their private beach is breathtaking. There is a nice quiet bar on the beach that is open until midnight

We got the hotel late night and friendly staff welcomed us with a welcome drink. Friendly staff specially Irene who helped us a lot during our stay and gifted us with flowers when she knew that we are in a honeymoon

At the beach club, a staff member followed us to our room, claiming we had not paid the bill, even though we had paid cash. There was a train track running just behind our room, train noise was annoying

Lovely views and good access to beach

Our family planned a last-minute trip to Taormina. Needless to say, finding a hotel on short notice wasn’t easy. Our travel agent recommended a few options, but we discovered LaPlage on our own

Normally, we would book hotels on the level of the Ritz-Carlton (or similar brands), but given the last-minute nature of this trip, our choices were limited

Seafront and beach area just been worked on, beach is a little pebbly but lovely. Railway line runs between gardens and the beach, not an issue at all for us but some might find it off putting

This hotel was very nice with an impressive lobby and was right on the beach. You just walk outside and down a short set of stairs, and you are on the beach

The hotel was good but the carpeting and elevators need replacement. The hotel is on the beach which is a great plus. They provide a shuttle to the center of town which is very convenient.

Overall, though, the positives far outweighed this one drawback, and we would definitely consider returning, especially for the beach, the food, and the staff

Hotel Caparena was very nice with clean rooms and great staff, we had a lovely time in Toamina! The shuttle bus was excellent we used it every day a special thank you to Salvatore, Pipo and drivers! The restaurant staff were amazing especially Nadine, Andrea, Adriano not to mention the rest of the gang! Lots of love Maria & Martin XxX

The free shuttle into town and back must be reserved in advance so if you plan to use this service on the day/evening of your check in, you should call ahead to be added to the schedule

It was my first time traveling on my own, and also my first time looking for a hotel on a map. The most important thing is that this time the experience was great, without any disappointments

I drove up from the foot of the mountain thinking that the hotel I booked was very high up in the mountain, but it turned out to be in the center. It was very convenient to go everywhere

The hotel is in a beautiful old Sicilian mansion, very elegant and full of old world charm. The staff was excellent, the breakfast delicious and the experience was outstanding.

With parents to Taormina, very nice room with a lot of painting, like live in ancient villa. I will plan to come back again to enjoy main view and feel arts. See you ...

We would especially like to thank Klaudia for giving us a warm welcome, patiently answering all our questions, and offering professional advice for our trip around town

The building is beautiful, all the staffs we met are very kind, and the location is perfect, with the hotel being close to every spot in town

Beautiful views, excellent air-conditioning, and a lovely pool area made for a very comfortable stay. The hotel itself is a bit older, but that only adds to its charm

However, I didn't know that on my first visit. Seeing on the map that it was only 1. 5 kilometers, I stupidly followed Google Maps and ended up carrying my suitcase down a steep drop of several tens of meters

The front desk staff was so friendly and helpful! This is a really cute hotel. It's not extremely fancy, but it was clean and we really enjoyed our stay. The view from our room was spectacular

The hotel is located in a quiet seaside setting with convenient transportation. While the hotel facilities are somewhat old-fashioned, they have a strong cultural atmosphere, and the staff are very welcoming

The pool was clean and accessible without restriction. I would definitely stay here again

The hotel is located in a quiet seaside setting with convenient transportation. While the hotel facilities are somewhat old-fashioned, they have a strong cultural atmosphere, and the staff are very welcoming

Amazing hotel in a beautiful location! The staff were wonderful, the beach was fantastic, and the breakfast was excellent. I would definitely rate this as a 5-star hotel rather than a 4-star

I think the hotel should introduce a policy similar to those at many other resorts: if a sunbed is left unattended for more than 20 minutes, the towels should be removed by the staff

Another small issue was that some guests reserved the front-row beach loungers by leaving their towels on them for hours without actually using them

It boasts a prime location with a private beach with crystal-clear waters. The large terrace offers unobstructed views of the vast ocean.

The private beach in front of the hotel is very nice, and the breakfast is also delicious, but the hotel is very, very old, and in Italy, blankets are not provided, only sheets are.

The hotel is a bit old, but considering the price, it's still good value for money. I emailed them beforehand and they actually prepared a kettle for me. The room has air conditioning and a stunning sea view

The location is very good, get to the catherdral from the garden only takes 3 minutes. We can see Etna from our balcony. The Sky roof top restaurant is vey nice, good food and wine, with view of Etna

Our group had compilcated needs and these needs were all met. Nice hotel in great location off the main drag of Taormina.

The hotel has a garden gate entrance. Do not follow Google maps walking directions from the station (it's a long steep walk on a rough track

Clean room was small but we didn’t spend much time in it overall great location and very friendly staff

A highlight was the complimentary lemonade at the front desk, and they could help call a taxi to the bus terminal (note that you should make sure the taxi fare is the same as what you agreed beforehand, as they might try to charge extra)

The location was perfect – just a short walk to the main pedestrian street, accessible through a peaceful, green garden. The service was outstanding, and the breakfast offered an impressive variety of delicious options

The heat worked well (which was important in December). We stayed in the jacuzzi room - which was discounted because we booked at the last minute during the off-season

Incredible sunsets daily!!!! Location superb, staff incredible and hotel very clean & comfortable . Breakfast was great every morning with the best home made pastries. Anita was awesome! A definite 10++++

The hotel is located on the highest hillside, next to a public parking lot, which makes it convenient to drive here by yourself, but it is difficult to get a parking space immediately in the peak season

The sun is bright and the scenery is picturesque. The public area of ​​the hotel is also facing the sea. It is very cost-effective and worth recommending

Stayed for 4 nights in a jacuzzi room with garden. Really nice clean room, great service. Because it was low season the bar and restaurant were not open but it’s just a short walk into town

The room had a strong musty smell, which was a bad experience. It's very close to the town center but far from the sea.

Wonderful view Great location two blocks from the mainstreet. Ok room but with a wonderful terrasse with panoramic seaview and sun all day. Comfortable pool and wonderful terrasse for the breakfast

The best view of the stunning Mediterranean This hotel is a special place as it has an old-world charm, a fabulous pool, is close to the restaurants and shops and a simply stunning view of the Mediterranean and Mt Etna

Friendly, helpful, polite and thoughtful. A delightful position perched up above the main area in Taormina, with a fabulous pool and the hotel terrace for breakfast and drinks has the most wonderful view of Mount Etna

Great hotel We had a lovely break at this hotel -staff were all lovely and incredibly helpful. Pool is set against a backdrop of beautiful gardens. Stunning views. We would happily stay again.

Could need some renovation/upgrade to keep the 4 stars

Wonderful views Excellent pool Very clean Staff helpful and friendly Toilet in room had a poor flush Simple and good breakfast as expected for this price point Very good coffee