Small luxury Hotels in Taormina, Italy

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Taormina sits on the east coast of Sicily and has been a visitor destination since the nineteenth century. The town faces the Ionian Sea and is known for its beaches, including Isola Bella.

Warmest months — beach and swimming Jul–Aug Sunniest months — outdoor sightseeing Jun–Jul Rainiest months — travel with flexibility Oct–Nov

Ancient Theatre of Taormina
An ancient Greek theatre overlooking the sea that hosts open-air performances. If you plan to attend a performance, check schedules in advance.
Piazza IX Aprile
A central plaza offering panoramic views across the coastline and Mt. Etna with notable historic architecture. Pause here to take in the views and local atmosph
Alcantara Gorges
Volcanic gorges with walking trails along a river and narrow canyons, suitable for hiking and nature watching. Wear sturdy shoes for the trails and expect occas

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Warmest: Jul–Aug
Sunniest: Jun–Jul
Rainiest: Oct–Nov

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Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina

Stars: 5Rating: 9.5Family friendlyPet friendly

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Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina

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Panoramic Mount Etna views. Outdoor pool and spa. Michelin-starred dining. Private beach shuttle. Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina, enjoys a prime location opposite the ancient Greek Theatre, offering sweeping views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. The hotel blends classic elegance with modern comfort, featuring air-conditioned rooms that overlook the sea or lush gardens. Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool and wellness center, complete with a sauna, Turkish bath, gym, and massage services.…Panoramic Mount Etna views. Outdoor pool and spa. Michelin-starred dining. Private beach shuttle. Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina, enjoys a prime location opposite the ancient Greek Theatre, offering sweeping views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. The hotel blends classic elegance with modern comfort, featuring air-conditioned rooms that overlook the sea or lush gardens. Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool and wellness center, complete with a sauna, Turkish bath, gym, and massage services. The hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant presents refined Sicilian and Mediterranean cuisine, while the Literary Terrace & Bar invites relaxation with sea views. Convenient private transfers connect guests to Catania Airport and the nearby train station.

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San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

Stars: 5Rating: 9.5Family friendly

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San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

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Historic cloistered wing. Views of Mount Etna. Outdoor pool and fitness. Renowned Sicilian dining. San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel, uniquely blends history and luxury across two distinct buildings, including a 15th-century convent and a 19th-century wing. Terraces provide stunning panoramas of Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina, creating an exceptional backdrop. Rooms are individually decorated with air conditioning and satellite TV, many featuring sea views and private balconies. The hotel…Historic cloistered wing. Views of Mount Etna. Outdoor pool and fitness. Renowned Sicilian dining. San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel, uniquely blends history and luxury across two distinct buildings, including a 15th-century convent and a 19th-century wing. Terraces provide stunning panoramas of Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina, creating an exceptional backdrop. Rooms are individually decorated with air conditioning and satellite TV, many featuring sea views and private balconies. The hotel offers a fitness centre, beauty corner, and an outdoor pool. Dining highlights include restaurants praised in top food guides, serving authentic Sicilian cuisine alongside a breakfast buffet with local pastries.

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Grand Hotel San Pietro Taormina

Stars: 5Rating: 9.4Family friendlyPet friendly

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Sea views. Outdoor pool. Garden relaxation. Free shuttle service. Grand Hotel San Pietro Taormina enjoys a prime position with sweeping views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Spacious rooms overlook either the lush garden or the sea, creating a restful ambiance. The hotel features an outdoor pool, sun terrace, and a garden bar perfect for unwinding. Guests have access to a well-equipped gym and massage services for added relaxation. A complimentary shuttle links the hotel with…Sea views. Outdoor pool. Garden relaxation. Free shuttle service. Grand Hotel San Pietro Taormina enjoys a prime position with sweeping views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Spacious rooms overlook either the lush garden or the sea, creating a restful ambiance. The hotel features an outdoor pool, sun terrace, and a garden bar perfect for unwinding. Guests have access to a well-equipped gym and massage services for added relaxation. A complimentary shuttle links the hotel with Taormina’s historic centre, a 15-minute walk away. Dining options include a traditional Sicilian restaurant and a poolside snack bar, with breakfast served buffet style each morning.

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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

Stars: 5Rating: 9.4Family friendlyPet friendly

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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

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Mediterranean Sea views. Private beach. Elegant antiques. Wellness centre. Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare is a refined 5-star retreat perched above the Mediterranean coast, just minutes from Taormina’s historic centre. The elegant rooms and suites showcase antique furnishings and refined fabrics, many offering furnished balconies with sweeping sea views. The property features a private beach, outdoor pool, and a wellness centre set within lush tropical gardens, including…Mediterranean Sea views. Private beach. Elegant antiques. Wellness centre. Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare is a refined 5-star retreat perched above the Mediterranean coast, just minutes from Taormina’s historic centre. The elegant rooms and suites showcase antique furnishings and refined fabrics, many offering furnished balconies with sweeping sea views. The property features a private beach, outdoor pool, and a wellness centre set within lush tropical gardens, including a fitness room with Technogym equipment. Dining options include a terrace restaurant serving Sicilian seafood and a waterfront fine-dining venue highlighting regional delicacies paired with curated wines. Convenient shuttle services connect guests to Taormina and the coast, enhancing seamless exploration.

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Mazzarò Sea Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World

Stars: 5Rating: 9.2Family friendly

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Sea-view pools. Private beach. Spa and Turkish baths. Cable car to Taormina. Perched above Taormina's picturesque Mazzarò Beach, Mazzarò Sea Palace offers an elegant retreat with spacious, refurbished rooms featuring balconies, some overlooking the sea. The hotel’s wellness centre invites relaxation with a variety of massages, spa treatments, and Turkish baths. Guests enjoy exclusive access to sea-view pools and a private beach. Conveniently located just 50 metres from the cable car, it…Sea-view pools. Private beach. Spa and Turkish baths. Cable car to Taormina. Perched above Taormina's picturesque Mazzarò Beach, Mazzarò Sea Palace offers an elegant retreat with spacious, refurbished rooms featuring balconies, some overlooking the sea. The hotel’s wellness centre invites relaxation with a variety of massages, spa treatments, and Turkish baths. Guests enjoy exclusive access to sea-view pools and a private beach. Conveniently located just 50 metres from the cable car, it provides easy access to Taormina’s vibrant centre. The hotel arranges tours to explore Sicily and nearby Mount Etna, making it a refined base for discovering the region.

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The Ashbee Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World

Stars: 5Rating: 9.2Family friendlyPet friendly

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The Ashbee Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World

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Historic villa. Garden and sea views. Outdoor pool. Near Greek Amphitheatre. The Ashbee Hotel is a distinguished early 20th-century villa located opposite Taormina's San Pancrazio Church and just 100 metres from the Greek Amphitheatre. Designed by C.R. Ashbee, a key figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, the hotel exudes timeless elegance paired with modern comforts. Spacious rooms offer breathtaking views of the garden, sea, or Nebrodi Mountains and come equipped with air conditioning,…Historic villa. Garden and sea views. Outdoor pool. Near Greek Amphitheatre. The Ashbee Hotel is a distinguished early 20th-century villa located opposite Taormina's San Pancrazio Church and just 100 metres from the Greek Amphitheatre. Designed by C.R. Ashbee, a key figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, the hotel exudes timeless elegance paired with modern comforts. Spacious rooms offer breathtaking views of the garden, sea, or Nebrodi Mountains and come equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and satellite TV. The property includes large gardens, a tranquil outdoor swimming pool, a bar, and a tea room, providing a refined retreat in the heart of Taormina.

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Palazzo Vecchio Taormina

Stars: 5Rating: 9.1Family friendly

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5-star luxury. Spa and hot tub. Local cuisine. Central location. Palazzo Vecchio Taormina offers a refined 5-star retreat in the heart of Taormina. The hotel features a spa with a hot tub and steam room, complemented by a terrace perfect for serene outdoor moments. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options at the family-friendly restaurant, which caters to diverse dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free preferences. Situated just steps from…5-star luxury. Spa and hot tub. Local cuisine. Central location. Palazzo Vecchio Taormina offers a refined 5-star retreat in the heart of Taormina. The hotel features a spa with a hot tub and steam room, complemented by a terrace perfect for serene outdoor moments. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options at the family-friendly restaurant, which caters to diverse dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free preferences. Situated just steps from Taormina Cathedral and under a kilometer from the cable car, this hotel provides both comfort and convenience. Attentive staff and seamless private check-in enhance the experience for discerning travelers.

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NH Collection Taormina

Stars: 5Rating: 9.0Family friendly

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Rooftop terrace views. Infinity pool. Spa and wellness. Central location. NH Collection Taormina offers refined elegance in the heart of Taormina's historic centre. The hotel boasts a rooftop terrace with a cocktail bar and sweeping panoramic views. Guests can relax in spacious rooms featuring modern design bathrooms, LCD TVs, and complimentary wired internet. Wellness amenities include a 260 m² spa with sauna, Turkish bath, and therapy showers, complemented by an outdoor infinity pool…Rooftop terrace views. Infinity pool. Spa and wellness. Central location. NH Collection Taormina offers refined elegance in the heart of Taormina's historic centre. The hotel boasts a rooftop terrace with a cocktail bar and sweeping panoramic views. Guests can relax in spacious rooms featuring modern design bathrooms, LCD TVs, and complimentary wired internet. Wellness amenities include a 260 m² spa with sauna, Turkish bath, and therapy showers, complemented by an outdoor infinity pool with a poolside bar and comfortable seating. The à la carte Zefiro restaurant presents authentic Sicilian cuisine with views of the ancient Greek Theatre. Corso Umberto I and the A18 motorway are conveniently close.

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