Contrada Mastrissa, 98039 Taormina, Italy
#61 of 141 B&Bs and Inns in Taormina
Guests' ChoiceBased on 78 B&B reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.3
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 June 2024
Gary
United KingdomQuite far away from the centre but perfect if you like peace and quiet and a nice view, taxi is around 25 to town or you can rent a car
Very helpful staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Rikke
United KingdomParking access could be a little easier.
Glorious location, very comfortable rooms, very well maintained property and always clean and tidy. Breakfast was excellent, freshly made and served on the terrace under the shade of lemon trees and fantastic views of Taormina. Infinity pool was a good size and again with fantastic views of Taormina and the bay. Simona and her colleagues were so friendly and helpful, we had lots of useful tips and recommendations of excellent restaurants and sites.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Clive
AustraliaNothing
The property occupies a unique position giving a fabulous view down to the sea and an equally impressive view towards Taormina and Castelmola. The breakfast was great made even better by being able to sit outside taking in the view.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Michele
United StatesNeeded a car or taxi ( taxi was expensive)
Almost everything
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Joyce
United KingdomImpossible to change this but there is what I’d describe as a ‘white knuckle drive’ to the property. Once you have negociated the route a few times it’s less stressful!
The guest house is beautifully appointed. The decor is simple, clean, modern but unmistakably Sicilian. All of the staff were welcoming and helpful. Breakfast on the terrace sets you up for the day with a range of continental style options. There is a super pool with stunning views over the valley to the sea and Taormina.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Michael
United KingdomPool was a little cold as it was only 21 degrees
Beautiful scenery very clean
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Gil
IsraelBig & comfortable room Excellent facilities The service was outstanding!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Denise
FranceThe road to access the hotel not really good,and parking could be better.
Amazing view,nice rooms and comfortable mattress,and breakfast outside with the view of Taormina.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Garry
AustraliaSwimming pool and view
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Ben
NetherlandsA bit difficult to find.
Beautiful view. Clean room.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Martynas
LithuaniaEverything was great! The staff is helpful, rich breakfast, the views are great
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Thomas
United KingdomThe drive up can be slightly intimidating for inexperienced drivers, especially at night. We were also given good directions to help with this.
The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming. The views are breathtaking and the pool was a welcome treat! The rooms are spacious, modern and well fitted. We really enjoyed the full and varied breakfast in the front garden. If we ever come back to Taormina, this is where we'll be staying!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Elle
United KingdomThe staff were amazing, very friendly and tended to all our needs. The setting is absolutely stunning in every way, the room was cleaned everyday and breakfast was fantastic (especially the pear cake!). The location is out of the way which you can see from the pictures (it’s in the mountains) and we should have hired a car to save money instead of using taxis but I think the views and overall experience at sciccosa was definitely worth it. We will be returning as soon as we can.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Young
United StatesWe stayed here in 2016 also. Great staff and breakfast. Good value located just outside town
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Michaela
United KingdomHard to get to without a car, and a bit of a mission to get to but the view is worth it. Staff was professional but didn’t feel as homely as other places. Bring food and drink as nothing close by and Hotel doesn’t offer dinner.
Stunning views, lovely pool and very modern rooms. Great breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Anne
New ZealandView pool and breakfast all exceptional :)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Bruce
United KingdomStaff were brilliant, very welcoming and helpful. Rooms were clean, food was good. Location would need a car or reliant on taxis, saying that the owner did assist with guests getting to the train station. We had a sea view and comfortable room. Great pool and sundeck, great to relax and get away from the crazy cramped beach.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Roslyn
United StatesIt helps to have your own car. You don’t want to be dependent on taxis as to price and time. You need to reserve a rental car in advance of your stay.
The staff was warm and hospitable. They went above and beyond to enhance our stay. The breakfast was delicious. They also offer a small but good menu for lunch or a light dinner. The view was stunning. A very pretty pool. The owner also operates a restaurant that overlooks Isola Bella beach. The food there was incredible - super delicious! We plan to return next year!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Frances
AustraliaGreat breakfast, very friendly staff nothing was a bother
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Robert
United KingdomCant say I didnt like anything. Getting to the location is interesting as it is on a windy road high up in hills, so car is necessary. Feels like you are in middleof nowhere, about 3km from town. You aren't disappointed though once you get there.
Absolutely stunning spot overlooking Taormina and the Messina Strait. Swimming pool was lovely and with a small number of guests at any one time, quiet. Breakfast was beatiful and staff so helpful and friendly. Rooms were spacious, comfortable and thankfully cool.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Ayleen
AustraliaA beautiful quiet location, it was very comfortable and a great place to come back to after a busy day. Staff were amazing and the breakfast always included a speciality cake. I recommend getting an ocean view room,it was just beautiful sitting on the balcony watching the view.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Patty
United StatesThe drive
We had a lovely stay at Scicossa. The room was very clean and we had an amazing view overlooking the Mediterranean. It was dreamlike! We spent one afternoon lazing by the pool and sipping wine. Such a wonderful memory. The staff was so friendly and kind. We loved the morning breakfast overlooking the amazing view. The only drawback was the drive to Scicossa. By Italy standards for most Italians familiar with mountain driving it might not seem difficult. My husband who is a very experienced driver had his challenges. Most places though with excellent views in Taormina and throughout all of Italy do require excellent driving skills.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Etxart
SpainOne of the best places I have ever been. The staff was always friendly and helpful. The views stunning.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Maksims
LatviaThe way till hotel was tortuous and mountainous, that was more complicated during evenings and nights because the road wasn’t lighted.
Friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed in August 2023
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