Location
The hotel is the first hotel in Taormina, situated in the city centre, right next to the Greek Theatre. It is located in a park spread over around 25.000 m². There are garden views of the tremendous Mount Etna volcano, the sea and the Greek Theatre. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in Catania is 50 km away. Palermo Internationl Airport is 270 km away. A variety of bars and restaurants can be found in the immediate vicinity. Taormina-Giardini Airport is about a 10-minute drive away. Castelmola is a 10-minute drive away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1873. The hotel has a lift and features 83 rooms, including 29 junior suites and 11 suites. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Guests can store valuables in the safe. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services include a babysitting service, a childcare service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms include a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a DVD player, a games console and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are available for daily use. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the outdoor pool area guarantees comfortable swimming. A sun terrace, sun loungers, and parasols are available. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath, a beauty salon and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Dining facilities include a restaurant with air conditioning, a dining room and a bar. Bed and breakfast can be booked. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.
Hairdresser
Bar(s)
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
Garage
Kids Club
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Lifts
Shops