Location
The hotel is built on a rocky outcrop below Taormina and is surrounded by the sea. From the hotel it is possible to enjoy the fantastic view of the Bay of Giardini Naxos and Isola Bella Island, against the unusual background of Mount Etna with its snowy peaks. The hotel is situated 3 km from Taormina centre, where guests can find historical monuments, such as a Greco-Roman Theatre, the Archaeological Museum, Corvaja Palace, the Cathedral, the Palace of Duca of S. Stefano and the famous Watch Tower, as well as the Antical Churches of San Pancrazio, San Joseph and Madonna della Rocca, built in a cave. Moreover, the geographic position makes it possible to visit places of great interest in one day: it is 20 minutes' drive to the Alcantara Gorges, 40 minutes to Mount Etna. In one day it is also possible to visit Agrigento, Syracuse, Piazza Armerina and the Aeolian Islands. The hotel is situated 50 km from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Facilities
190 non-smoking rooms are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services and facilities include a safe, a TV room, a hairdresser and a conference room. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. 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. Services include 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. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its soothing salt water and 2 outdoor pools. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The resort offers a variety of outdoor sports, including golf. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis and fishing. The resort offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis and callisthenics or, for a fee, billiards. The complex offers a range of facilities in the wellness area. Options include a spa and, for an additional fee, a spa, a sauna and massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Delicious specialities await guests in 3 non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurants. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. Breakfast and dinner are served every day.
Payment
The resort accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.