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Reviews of Grand Hotel Miramare 4 stars

Via Guardiola Vecchia 27, 98039 Taormina, Italy

Review score

Based on 147 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very hard to go down next to the pool many stairs not good for senior people. Also at the bar next to the pool not too much of choice in food and Drinks.

    Hotel is good with a very nice location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds

    Location, pool, view

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    7.0
    Not very value for money, since it is old and rather expensive.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit old and need renovation. The pool has 180 steps too go down to reach it.

    The location was good. Very near the center on foot. Three parking was very easy to access, but it wasn't free. It had a nice terrace for breakfast with very nice view.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Great location and nice views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff not very helpful

    Great location and nice views

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    the fact that there was no iron which in my opinion is very importantmostly in summer were the majority of clothes were linen

    view mostly

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    9.0
    Good hotel wit great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some minor things like no tissues or flip-flops in the room. Swimming pool open only till 6:30 PM. In general hotel could use some TLC (tender, love, care).

    Location, location, location (close to main street with restaurants and shops and at the same time quiet place). Sea view from the room :) Nice room with good AC and fridge. Rituals cosmetics in bathroom. Good breakfasts on the terrace.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    9.0
    We had a fabulous time - Taormina was wonderful and would come back to this perfectly located hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lacked a little atmosphere - bar was closed when we could have done with a pre dinner afternoon drink. The contents of mini bar was inadequate ( one beer?, a few spirits, a few soft drinks) .

    Perfect view, lovely helpful staff , good breakfast, beautiful hotel in the best location. We loved that it had a slight “faded glory days feel.” The concierge advised us about transport and was really helpful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Breakfast coffee and orange juice were very poor, no hot water in the bathrooms in the evenings. Wifi could be better. Poor coffee making in bedrooms. Poolside staff did not inspire confidence in understanding allergies. Overall the hotel is 'tired'

    Staff were helpful and friendly. The pool - particular depth -and poolside facilities were good. Gardens lovely.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    8.0
    The romantic gardens and the spectacular landscaping is ideal for a quiet stay. Location is a bit outside of the crowds
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The inside is a bit tired and the decoration is inconsistent and dated. My single room was quite small but had view of the gardens and sea.

    The hotel location is superb. The building hangs over a cliff and has the most spectacular gardens, pool is large and pool surroundings are spectacular. Pool restaurant offers good and decently priced food. This makes up for the inside of the hotel that could use a renovation

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    9.0
    Very good option for Taormina
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No body lotion or Nespresso machine in the room.

    Very good, more traditional style hotel. Friendly staff. Good location, ideally distanced from the crowds. Spacious room, good breakfast, good bathroom. Convenient place to park the car.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    9.0
    sea view was exellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    wonderful sea view

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view, breathtaking! Very good breakfast. Good location.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    7.0
    Perfect for a classic stay in Taormina, with nice staff and good breakfast, amazing sea view, in a charming but unmodern
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit worn down, need for refurbishments, room was not of modern standard

    Beautiful view, very classic hotel, close enough to the beach and the town

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    7.0
    nice enough but needs a refresh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    cleanliness in the room, lower floor rooms have lots of stairs to get to, a bit old in general

    view is great, location is great and breakfast is great

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    7.0
    Our stay in Taormina was perfect! the hotel needs a little updates
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was too old and not well maintained.

    The location and the view

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    7.0
    Very good but not four star at the moment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Somewhat limited daytime service in terms of mid morning coffee or mid afternoon bar service. The hotel does not offer lunch or evening meal which is ok but if wet you need to go out. High charge for parking your hire car if arriving by this method 20 euro per day - this should be high lighted in advance of booking. No response to email via booking.com when asked in advance about this. Noisy dogs on other property below - not the hotel’s fault but not good for sleeping guests.

    Great position. lovely view,pool and garden. close to main centre of Taormina. Good breakfast with friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    8.0
    Our location was ideal for access to both the local town , restaurants and other attractions
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The pool would be difficult to access for some people as there are more than 180 steps down to it and of course then back up.

    When weather permitted having breakfast on the balcony with the stunning sea view was perfect.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Historic Resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 'king' bed was 2 twins pushed together. They were not very comfortable and I kept falling into the Crack between them.

    The view was beautiful from our room. The hotel was also in walking distance of the main shops and restaurants. You can tell they have done upgrades in the lobby area. Other areas are still beautiful but a bit dated.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2022

    9.0
    Perfect hotel for a family holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were large and clean but old fashioned

    Great location, nice pool, good variety and view at breakfast

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The pool water was too cold. It would have been nice to have a restaurant for dinner as well.

    The hotel was beautiful, very clean, and had a great location right at the local bus stop (great for taking trips elsewhere). The staff was very kind and helpful. The view from the room was magnificent. Breakfast was nice. The pool was great, a very nice area with view of the garden and the sea. Overall, we had a great stay, thanks to everyone at the Hotel Miramare!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    bedroom and bathroom dated , but clean

    position

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2022

    8.0
    A very relaxing stay with the most wonderful view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom could do with a bit of updating and painting

    We liked the outstanding view and the swimming pool. The breakfast was excellent, providing a wide variety of food. Very friendly and welcoming staff at all times. The location was perfect too - a 5 minute walk to the start of town and the possibility of walking down to the beach if you like steps!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2022

    8.0
    A very enjoyable stay esp for the able bodied if want to use the pool & sun beds as there are over 100 steps down hi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our shower was tiny & a bit rusty on the main shower head & door closure at the bottom! We were told our room was one of the expensive & luxurious ones in the Hotel!

    location, views, breakfast with helpful & friendly staff!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2022

    7.0
    not that good value but great views
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very dated hotel breakfast not open on time

    location

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2022

    7.0
    Excellent marred only by initial difficulties over room which were sorted.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    On arrival man on reception was not particularly welcoming. When we got to our room we discovered no glasses or water and no wifi info. Having sorted that out we then discovered that the cabinet which should have housed the mini bar was empty. When I went to reception I was told initially that I should have complained earlier. I pointed out that the web site advertises all rooms with mini bar and that after a long journey I am not in the habit of going round the room checking everything. That resulted in an offer to change the room which we accepted. I want to emphasise that every one else we dealt with was charming and helpful - particularly Fillipo who helped us move rooms.

    Breakfast was excellent taken on a terrace overlooking the sea. Good selection of bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, cheese, charcuterie, fruit, pastries, bread and cake. Lovely coffee and friendly efficient servers. The hotel has a large pool with plenty of sunbeds. Although it did not bother us, the pool is quite a lot below the hotel so there are many steps to get to and from it. In first week of October, sun goes from pool area by 3 o'clock. Our second room (see below) had a great view and a balcony outside. The views were spectacular. The gardens of the hotel are beautifully maintained. There is parking on site which is handy in Taormina. It costs 20 euro per day. The hotel is about 350m from the cable car and 500m from the Porta Messina - one end of the Umberto Corso.

    Stayed in October 2022

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