Nothing worth noting

Staff were extremely helpful at all times. Particularly reception in arranging restaurants, tours etc.

Stayed in June 2023

The hotel is a bit old fashioned but the helpful staff more than make up for that. The approach is very steep so could be a problem for people with mobility problems.

The hotel has wonderful views of Mount Etna and the bay below. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. It is good to be able to use the beach and restaurant at the sister hotel in the bay. The hotel is relaxed and not too sophisticated.

Stayed in May 2023

location, view, breakfast

Stayed in May 2023

There’s only one lift in the hotel, and you can only call it when it’s free! But a minor annoyance more than anything .

The staff could not have been more accommodating. It is such an endearing hotel, with beautiful views, and closely located to the centre. If you want super luxurious, it is not for you. But it met our needs perfectly.

Stayed in May 2023

Large room with a beautiful sea-view terrace.

Stayed in May 2023

An evening meal option for 2 rainy days we had - maybe they do it later in the season.

Delighted with this hotel, fantastic , panoramic view from our room and balcony overlooking the town and facing Mt Etna. Great location beside town centre with either a short steep walk down to the Porta Catania at one end of the Corso Umberto or a longer gradual hill down the Via Circonvallazione to the gate at the other end , the Porta Messina. It’s a 1960’s-1970’s style hotel with 6 floors, medium sized tiled rooms, small bathroom and a small lift but a nice diningroom , lounge and outdoor terrace for breakfast in fine weather , a good breakfast with gluten free options for my wife as requested. There is also a nice pool and gardens at the back , again with panoramic views. There is a shuttle to it’s sister hotel with it’s own beach but we didn’t use this feature. Very friendly and unobtrusive staff who organised our taxi to the train station on departure. We would thoroughly recommend this hotel and it probably has the best location in Taormina.

Stayed in May 2023

It was a little dated and could do with a refresh.

The location was great especially with the astounding views. the swimming pool was beautiful on a warm afternoon and the room was spacious and comfortable.

Stayed in May 2023

restaurant was closed. beds were very hard but the if you ask for a mattress topper they will accommodate. the hotel could do with a makeover and still maintain the 60s vibe.

our view over Taormina and Mt Etna. Short walk to Main Street. friendly staff, very accommodating.

Stayed in May 2023

Very small bathroom that needs updating but shower was powerful. Lovely patio area in need of privacy screens rather than separated by planters.

Friendly staff and brilliant location. Pool was beautiful in a lovely setting.

Stayed in May 2023

The beds were a little hard but I would have slept on the floor to wake up to that view. The breakfast was not great but the coffee was good.

The waiters were great setting up the tables outside for us in the morning so we could enjoy a truly spectacular view.with breakfast. The hotel is a little old fashioned but I found it charming and quaint.

Stayed in May 2023

Just make sure you’re okay with the steep walk up to the hotel after visiting the main drag for restaurants and shopping etc…

I love older hotels and this one is a goodie! The room was slightly dated but it was big with a small balcony perfect to look at the bay and of course Etna. The cocktail/breakfast deck is incredible… true old school with a magnificent staff member taking perfect care of everyone who visits. In fact, the whole team was really great… we were not allowed to touch our luggage while in this hotel! Felt like a movie star!

Stayed in May 2023

The bed was a little too firm for our liking. Not a critique - just a note if you have mobility issues... it's a 10-15 minute walk up and down multiple inclines and staircases to get to the main area where the shops and restaurants are located.

Exceptional staff who go out of their way to help - this is with its weight in gold Vintage vibe... not fancy but comfortable enough. Deep, long bathtub with plenty of hot water. Sister Resort on the waterfront offers beach access, and the hotel will arrange shuttle service to and from.

Stayed in May 2023

The private terrace needs to be made more private, guests walking out can look directly into the next rooms. Perhaps more substantial planting and colour of planting. Huge bed but mattresses rather hard.

Our room had a magical view of the bay and a substantial terrace. Breakfast very good and views from the breakfast room or terrace are amazing. The staff were very accommodating. The hotel has some lovely features, very ‘Poirot’ and the pool is exceptional.

Stayed in May 2023

The breakfast was delicious. We had a beautiful view from our room. There was a beatiful swimmingpool too. The hotel was build in the sixties and I liked the way it looked

Stayed in May 2023

Showers can be better

View, beautiful balcony, very clean, spacious rooms, very caring hospital staff

Stayed in May 2023

Drinks service could have been better at the pool. There isn't a pool bar, so the guys had to go back and forth down quite a few floors to the bar - but i'm being fussy

Beautiful traditional Italian hotel. You could say it's a little old-fashioned, but actually it was perfect. Amazing location - short walk down to the Taormina town where everything is happening. The pool area is beautiful - with incredible views. The rooms are absolutely fine and clean and a good size - and the staff are so friendly. Decent breakfast as well. It is such a great value for money option in a great location

Stayed in September 2022

bathroom a little small

outstanding location and wonderful view

Stayed in October 2022

Shower pretty dire, inside hotel tired and in need of a refurb. Almost no food available after breakfast and hard to find staff. Only two options a day to go to sister hotel.

Beautiful pool area and gardens plus access to the sister hotel’s beach. Staff lovely and helpful with advice and very welcoming to my dad, who was in a different hotel. Amazing views from our terrace and the pool.

Stayed in August 2022

Very tiny and old elevator.

Location is great, the staff is very friendly! The sea view is Amazing!!!

Stayed in October 2022

Air conditioner in our room didn't work...it got stuffy.

Spectacular views, great breakfast, beautiful pool area, great location. Very comfortable bed. Spacious balcony. Good water pressure and plentiful hot water.

Stayed in October 2022

The deck & view from our room was spectacular. The room was very clean but dated and needs updating. The bed was very hard but did have memory pillow. Plastic chairs on deck. Breakfast was a very nice addition. Saw a post saying same thing everyday but nice to have. Would agree.

Stayed in October 2022

Pillows were a bit hard.

Charming hotel, spotlessly clean, lovely staff, amazing view and location.

Stayed in October 2022

More than anything , the bathroom was really bad , the shower was tiny so at times you had to get out to do things , and turn around , the water was always hot it needed a big renovation . it’s been a tough 3 years for hospitality , we understand , but the hotel does need updating for being classified as a four star hotel , also the air conditioner couldn’t be controlled from the panel in the room , so was hot sometimes at night

the staff were very welcoming and helpful , it was quiet and peaceful , and the terrace view was amazing ,it does have a nice pool , this hotel is above the Main Street and has a sister hotel on the beach , which is for both hotels , and it is really lovely and peaceful , they have a shuttle to get there . Hotel Mediterranee , is very close to the Main Street , it takes 10 minutes from the gate ( end of Main Street, Corso umberto ) there is a incline and then 40 steps to upper street and hotel steps , you can walk the long way , but this is also an incline , but no steps , the hotel grew on us and it did have some old Italian charm . The hotel is closer to a three star hotel ,

Stayed in September 2022

Bed was very hard, but when asked, the staff arranged a matress topper, which was great. Perhaps should consider this in all rooms. Bathroom had a constant background smell of drains.

fact that not much had changed in the hotel since it was built in the 60's. Decent breakfast. Excellent location close to town with excellent views from balcony, breakfast terrace and pool area

Stayed in September 2022

bathrooms out of date, so small and whilst functional were not enjoyable to use hotel sign was faded and gives a sorry bad impression

amazing views and room terraces. swimming pool access to lido lovely staff

Stayed in September 2022