Title: Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Excelsior Palace Hotel Belle Époque hotel with 2 restaurants and rooftop terrace ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/0ed50fe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/649b6b74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/e9c3d7a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/293101a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/8288f389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Excelsior Palace Hotel in central Catania offers a rooftop terrace, outdoor pool with poolside bar, free in-room WiFi, and international cuisine. Multilingual staff provide attentive service. Nearby attractions include Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Room service £227 includes taxes & fees 25 Sept - 26 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/737459f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Egyptian cotton bed sheets Down duvet Blackout curtains - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/c585a90b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) 8.2 Very good 11 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Egyptian cotton bed sheets Down duvet Blackout curtains - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/9ad325bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Egyptian cotton bed sheets Down duvet Blackout curtains - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/8832f37c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Egyptian cotton bed sheets Down duvet Blackout curtains - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/e7e108ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Egyptian cotton bed sheets Down duvet Blackout curtains - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaormina-Hotels-Excelsior-Palace-Hotel.h1133775.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaormina-Hotels-Excelsior-Palace-Hotel.h1133775.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C37.85038%2C15.28105&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=olDY2EVS4pS6C1Hby2chVMXPAQw=) Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039 #### What's nearby - Corso Umberto - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Greek Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Taormina Cable Car - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk - ‪Da Cristina - ‬4 min walk - ‪Villa Zuccaro - ‬3 min walk - ‪L'Arco - ‬2 min walk - ‪Nunziatina Ristorante - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Excelsior Palace Hotel Upscale family-friendly hotel near Porta di Catania Located close to Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo, Excelsior Palace Hotel provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge) - Babysitting (surcharge), a TV in reception and a porter/bellboy - A lift, a front desk safe and concierge services - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 79 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets - LED TVs with satellite channels - Childcare services, daily housekeeping and desks ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge) - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge) - Theme park shuttle (surcharge) - Limo/town car service - Uncovered valet parking on site (EUR 15 per day) - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 19 per person - 2 coffee shops/cafes - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - Free daily manager's reception - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Excelsior Restaurant - Panoramic Restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - Piano - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room babysitting - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Conference centre (151 square foot of space) - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Beach cabanas (surcharge) - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Lift ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Banquet hall - Belle Époque architecture - Built in 1904 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Up to 10 kg per pet Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 150 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old) - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 19 per person - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Valet parking fee: EUR 15 per day - Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention 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 the information in the booking confirmation The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority. ### Property is also known as Excelsior Palace Hotel Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina Excelsior Palace Taormina Hotel Excelsior Palace Excelsior Palace Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina, Sicily Excelsior Palace Hotel Hotel Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina Excelsior Palace Hotel Hotel Taormina ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excelsior Palace Hotel on 25 Sept 2025 start from £227.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Excelsior-Palace-Hotel.h1133775.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Excelsior Palace Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Excelsior Palace Hotel? > Valet parking is available for EUR 15 per day. Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Excelsior Palace Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Excelsior Palace Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does Excelsior Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 140 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Excelsior Palace Hotel located? > This family-friendly Taormina hotel is located in the historical district, steps away from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano, Porta di Catania and Piazza del Duomo. Taormina Giardini Station is 23 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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