Title: Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4915&destination=Taormina%2C+Sicily%2C+Italy&selected=1133775&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Excelsior Palace Hotel Travelers sip Italian coffee at one of two cafes or lounge by the pool at this historic Catania hotel where warm hospitality awaits at every turn ## Photo gallery for Excelsior Palace Hotel ![Exterior - Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/12d28f89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/1288bf39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/ebe37727.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/7a116c8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine - Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/1e4924d7.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. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning £173 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=1133775&PinnedHotelID=1133775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/6b8ea1d7.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 Premium bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/71107078.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 7.8 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/094e1af9.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 Separate bedroom Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets - 183 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) ![Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/be267795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) 8.2 Very good 13 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1133800/1133775/eb1bade6.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 Separate bedroom Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets - 183 sq ft - 1 bedroom - 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. More rewards for more adventures! [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 Located in Taormina City Centre, a neighbourhood in Taormina, Excelsior Palace Hotel is near a train station and near the beach. Notable landmarks in the area include Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. Piazza del Duomo is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking. [Visit our Taormina travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina.dx4915) ![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 - ![Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily. All around the city there are beatiful balconies, often decorated with flower pots. This is Corso Umberto, the main street of the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343604/6a701be1-5cb2-437c-952b-73a6abac0f2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Corso Umberto 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Catania Door (Porta Catania), old gateway in the Taormina town, Messina, Sicily island, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621584289346/21e2fac4-7fd1-4bc7-a719-e52def4dfba2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porta di Catania 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![The Duomo in most popular sicilian resort Taormina. Aerial view. Townscape of Taormina with cathedral, square and the hill with other buildings.; Shutterstock ID 559433620; purchase_order: Comps; job:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533000350/2af742e5-70e9-4a04-a57e-caefe1f6701a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza del Duomo 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Church of San Domenico 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Piazza IX April 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Taormina Giardini Station 9 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - La Cisterna Del Moro Taormina 6 min walk - Ristorante il Ciclope 4 min walk - L'Arco 2 min walk - Villa Zuccaro 3 min walk - Luraleo 1 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), luggage storage and concierge services - Wedding services, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers - 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. 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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 valet 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 12 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel? ### Is Excelsior Palace Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Excelsior Palace Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Excelsior Palace Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Excelsior Palace Hotel? ### Does Excelsior Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Excelsior Palace Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 204 8 - Good 99 6 - Okay 37 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terrence 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Place is magnificent location and the rooms were spacious and nice. ##### Terrence Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had the most amazing stay in Taormina, the hotel was not only conveniently located, but it was very friendly and lazing by the pool is a must! ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Has to be one of the most outstanding hotels I’ve ever stayed at the grounds our palatial and the service is second to none we’ve extended our stay twice so far ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is excellent. The staff are excellent, very helpful and welcoming. View of Etna sunrise and sunset, with cocktails (Taormina) should not be missed. Hotel has old school charm. Room was comfortable with great views. Breakfast is very good with a wide choice of food. ##### richard Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Cool old school classic Italian hotel. Pool and garden area is amazing! Staff friendly and helpful. A nice oasis in a sea of tourists!! ![Gorgeous pool and park!!!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7095d2af-fa07-447b-bb90-82e13a7691cc-1759302252270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Pool area is AMAZING!!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6d0f9759-74aa-4140-b959-d7991f0dcab4-1759302264573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### John C Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Belinda 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Amenities Nice location. Old hotel. Good service. ##### Belinda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The landscaping is beautiful and the view is spectacular! The staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. Highly recommended. ##### Lynn Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ket 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Classic Italian charm. Gorgeous garden and swimming pool. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. Amazing view of Mt Etna in front of the property. Paradise in Taormina. ##### Ket Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jeffrey 29 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness What used to be a grand hotel in Taormina is now a rather dated and worn out hotel showing its age. It needs a makeover! That said, there are great views of Mt Etna and the sea and the hotel is centrally located near the Greek theater and the public park, many shops and great walking and streets to explore nearby. Breakfast was rather lackluster but good pasties. Nothing spectacular at the hotel. Rather tired and old. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 6/10 Okay #### Matthew 13 Jan 2026 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Reception staff were friendly, restaurant staff cold but attentive. Breakfast buffet was very nice. There was construction throughout our stay on the floor below us. Loud hammering and sawing starting at 9:00am which continued until 3:00pm. Hot water was not available in the late evening, which made for an unpleasant shower two nights of our stay. ##### Matthew Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful property the grounds are like a park with top not service ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xian xuan 27 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location ##### Xian xuan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brigitte 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had an amazing stay. Very friendly attentive staff. We loved the lounge with the art nouveau style. Wonderful location to watch sun set w a view of Mt Etna. ##### Brigitte Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carrie 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location! Wonderful hotel ans excellent staff. So friendly. The breakfast was amazing. ##### Carrie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The garden and pool area are beautiful. ##### Christian Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Old school charm and service! Amazing views! My wife and I loved it! ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anthony 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel has a nice older style feel to it and a fabulous swimming pool amenity on a private headland offering brilliant views of the coast and Etna ##### anthony Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Really nice facility. Comfortable. Good food ##### Howard Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### helen 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Great location Could not wish for a better location - and amazing views of the coastline and mount Etna. The grounds are beauty. Be prepared the hotel is old and not your standard 4 star hotel. ![View from room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A54EBC37ACEC86D1FDDD7B9CF6757F0566483281741593791970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from hotel pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B3F7CD8AA704585DD9807C08D3CB8612FAEDC7F71741593795380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9373CA39E6ADEDFC9BAEF58366ED69A2DF8AB3521741593795606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Hotel bar](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/076F175B6F0480B1107A6E334BBD3A6F11A260D61741593793287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### helen Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wojciech 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Taoremina - Sicilian Damond Excellent historical hotel in the hart of the old town of Taoremina! Best Etna view from the hotel rooms. ##### Wojciech Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### svetlana 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities We stayed 6 nights in August . It is a very elegant historical building and the proximity to the city center is great . The breakfast was delicious , and the staff are so accommodating . The pool area is gorgeous overlooking Mt Etna The hotel location is the best ##### svetlana Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### sharona 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A gorgeous property with spectacular views and a beautifil pool area ##### sharona Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel offers fabulous views of Mount Etna and the sea. It is conveniently located for shopping and dining. The breakfast buffet is generous. ##### Lee Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 15 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice room. The hotel has a lot of charm and we had a great view of Mount Etna. ##### Kenneth Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotel very centrally located and very easy to walk to centre of town. Room was perfect and very spacious and comfortable with a small balcony looking out to sea and Etna on the side of the hotel. Fabulous large swimming pool and although a short stroll down several steps it’s a stunning walk and beautiful views from the loungers.Breakfast was amazing and lovely room to eat in with lots of space to get s good table. All staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend wholeheartedly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/92514a4c-9038-4c12-bade-83b6c8a1a1d8-1750574123170.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3442ffbd-86b6-46b4-8899-911cafa76960-1750574123917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sue Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Palazzo del Gattopardo Prince of Lampedusa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Palazzo-Del-Gattopardo-Prince-Of-Lampedusa.h37006476.Hotel-Information) > - [New VelSuites IV by VillaGranCanaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Bartolome-De-Tirajana-Hotels-New-Velsuites-Paya-Del-Ingles-IV.h58947229.Hotel-Information) > - [La Serenissima Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-La-Serenissima-Hotel.h38267384.Hotel-Information) > - [Safari Hotels in England](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-England-Safari-Hotel.0-0-d11218-tsafarihotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > - [Villa San Lorenzo ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Villa-San-Lorenzo-Room-Suite-Restaurant.h25812884.Hotel-Information) > - [Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Ortigia-Siracusa.h1329454.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Symi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Symi-Hotels.d602456.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Atlantis Bay - The Leading Hotel of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Atlantis-Bay-VRetreats.h985060.Hotel-Information) > - [Dimora Botteghelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trapani-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h40000778.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Villa Bianca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Bianca.h1277578.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Villa Esperia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Esperia.h1467750.Hotel-Information) > - [Laceby Manor Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grimsby-Hotels-Laceby-Manor.h100530525.Hotel-Information) > - [Family-Friendly Hotels in Caen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caen-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d814-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Villa-SantAndrea.h889626.Hotel-Information) > - [Room of Andrea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trapani-Hotels-Room-Mate-Andrea-Palazzo-Platamone.h35313325.Hotel-Information) > - [Domus Sicily - Il Giardino di Michela - Heated Pool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Domus-Sicily-Il-Giardino-Di-Michela-Heated-Pool.h35501042.Hotel-Information) > - [Mazzarò Sea Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-Mazzaro-Sea-Palace-VRetreats.h983846.Hotel-Information) > - [Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Maniace-Boutique-Hotel-Ortigia.h109087329.Hotel-Information) > - [Aparthotels Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Apart-Hotels.d180013-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [ Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels-Palazzo-Artemide-VRetreats.h974007.Hotel-Information) > - [Domìa Boutique Hotel e Cucina ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palermo-Hotels-Domia-Boutique-Hotel-E-Cucina.h99434641.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > - [Singapore Airlines](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Singapore-Airlines-Flights.cSQ.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Activities ### Packages > - [Victoria Law Courts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Victoria-Law-Courts-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6084147.Attraction) > - [Airlie Beach Lagoon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Lagoon-Airlie-Beach.d6283231.Attraction) ### General ---