A visit to Sicily is truly a feast for all senses. The Mediterranean island is a foodie’s paradise, offering rustic fare that makes the most of local bounty. Crispy/creamy arancini – fried balls of rice filled with cheese and sauce – are mouthfuls of heaven. The Sicilian sweet tooth has manifested in some of the world’s finest desserts, like icy granita and sinful cannoli. Give your stomach a quick break and visually devour the Baroque architecture of Catania or the awesome holy monuments of Agrigento.
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4 based on 781 reviews
In a exclusive and elegant seaside hotel we offer outstanding hospitality, in the welcoming and relaxing atmosphere of a luxurious hotel on the beach. All our facilities ensure maximum comfort and a delightful, relaxing stay. The hotel is ideal for holidays, fun, business trips, meetings and conventions. Recently remodeled, it is ideally located and its upper floors provide a splendid view of the Gulf of Catania. The rooms are decorated in a fresh, Mediterranean style. A stay at the Plaza Hotel means having all this within reach in addition to the possibility of visiting not to be missed tourist destinations such as Taormina, Messina and the extraordinary Aeolian Islands.
Great hotel for our 3 day trip. Staff were very helpful and gave us some good recommendations for places for dinner. Room was a good size, well presented and we had a sea view with a balcony. Breakfast was very nice. On the first night we enjoyed a drink in the roof top bar and on the second night we dined at the roof top restaurant. The food was very good, the staff were very informative and helpful when navigating the menu which was in Italian and advised what i could have while pregnant.
5 based on 2457 reviews
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and romantic boutique hotel situated at 5 minutes walking from the center of Taormina. It is an ideal hotel for couples who are looking for a charm and relaxing oasis surrounded by a lovely garden always in bloom. With an amazing view of "Baia di Naxos" and the mount Etna Villa Belvedere its a perfect location for your Sicilian holidays.
Just back from a long weekend stay here, lovely hotel, very friendly staff - nothing too much trouble. We stayed in a sea view room with a terrace-had beautiful views. There are a couple of niggles though - no toaster in breakfast room (who doesn't just love a slice of toast for breakfast!?) and also woken up each morning at 6.30am by the furniture being moved above our room - not sure if it was the cleaners or guests, but very annoying!
5 based on 902 reviews
Mazzarò Sea Palace is located on the magnificent bay from which it takes its name, Baia di Mazzarò, one of the most famous beaches in Taormina. A location that boasts an exceptional panorama where the gaze is filled with infinite natural beauty. At Mazzarò Sea Palace you will be transported to a world made of colours, scents, and history. An exclusive retreat where sun, crystal-clear sea, and exclusive experiences await you.
We just returned from three nights at the Mazzaro Sea Palace Hotel. We had added a few days in Sicily to a longer trip to Croatia and we are now talking about a return to Taormina, as we enjoyed it so much. As you can see from the other rave reviews, this is a special hotel and while the facilities and location are outstanding, the staff was the best I have ever encountered in over 50 years for travel. Courteous, knowledgeable, attentive and efficient are just the beginning of the adjectives I could use for the folks who work here. Anyway, we hope to return and I can't recommend it enough.
5 based on 424 reviews
The historical Politeama Hotel is glad to welcome you in a new and fully renewed structure. All rooms, bathrooms, common areas, and services have been entirely restructured to offer an unforgettable experience to our guests. The sober and classy lines of furniture and the subtle color harmony give rise to a cozy and refined ambiance, from which you will enjoy an exclusive view of Politeama square. The hotel has 9 floors and 85 rooms like Standard, Superior, Junior Suite and Panoramic Suite. Each room is equipped with TV, free internet Wi-Fi, air conditioning and private bathroom with shower or tub. The hotel offers a 24h reception desk, a laundry service and an airport shuttle service on request. Every morning you will enjoy a continental breakfast to energize your day with a wide selections of local products. Private parking near the hotel with valet parking service. The central position, in the beating heart of the city among the streets of luxury shopping, business, and night life, at a few steps from the historic center, make the Politeama Hotel the ideal choice for both for pleasure and business travelers.
Well positioned for exploring Palermo. Most places are easily accessible by foot. Clean and modern minimalistic decor. Rooms are large and spacious. Easy to reach via the airport shuttle which stops only a hundred meters away.
4.5 based on 1574 reviews
Pollina Resort is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Pollina, offering a luxury environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Rooms at Pollina Resort provide air conditioning and a minibar, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. You can also enjoy a pool and free breakfast while staying at Pollina Resort. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Pollina Resort. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular historic site like Teatro Pietra Rosa, which is a short distance from the hotel. Enjoy your stay in Pollina!
Had a fantastic holiday, resort had everything you could want. Gardens and public areas immaculate, room very comfortable modern and clean. Bar and Restaurant staff were excellent, thanks to the central bar team, who were very helpful and always smiling. Animation team worked endless hours, very professional. Even though the hotel is aimed at Italian and French speakers, 95% of the staff were more than happy to speak a little English, only issue was the excursions were only available in French or the Italian and therefore we didn't get to see much of wonderful Sicily on this trip. Special thanks to Antoinella (central bar) Raul and Max (animation and tennis coach) and Julia from reception who took time to explain how everything worked. Two points to consider, restaurant was a bit hectic, would benefit from allocating the same table at all meal times especially with the current Covid situation. Checkin could be better and time taken to explain the resort/map/facilities. Great value for money, would love to return in 2022.
5 based on 137 reviews
Located in the centre of Palermo, Palazzo Natoli is an elegant modern boutique hotel. With its 11 rooms, the building has an intimate and elegant ambience, although it still preserves the feeling of a nobleman’s residence. The Hotel is located 250m far from Palermo Cathedral and the famous Quattro Canti, a crossroads that leads to the city’s historic centre and its famous markets.
We stayed in the family room which was larger than what we needed, but it ended up serving us well after some severe jet lag. (Extra couch came in handy). The location of this hotel could not be better. Virtually accessible to everything Palermo has to offer. The service and attention of the staff was beyond what was expected. Could not recommend more highly.
4 based on 323 reviews
In the heart of western Sicily, about 8km from the Parco Archeologico di Selinunte, the largest archaeological park in Europe, is the Althea Palace Hotel, a new accommodation structure situated in the commercial centre of Castelvetrano (TP), just 2km from the old town centre. The Althea Hotel can sleep about 120 guests and is divided into various types of room. Every room has a minibar, a telephone with a direct external line, safe, hairdryer, and other exclusive comforts including centralised climate control, Wi-Fi, and a TV with SKY reception included. The style of our rooms is a balance between contemporary design and comfort, they all possess a warm welcoming intimate atmosphere: the perfect place for a relaxing trip to this Mediterranean island, but also for people who come to Sicily for work or on their honeymoon. The Althea Hotel's kitchens are ideal for creating both tourist menus with typical Sicilian specialities and for the preparation of delicious dishes to serve at elegant banquets, ceremonies, and working lunches.
The staff at this hotel are super, attentive and very cordial. Breakfast sparse on breakfast food but very good on cakes etc. Dinner was ok except when they served chicken which had a lot of blood and was clearly not cooked properly which put us off dinner (7 persons). Towels in our room were threadbare and one had a hole at one end and frayed. (Room 310) unbelievable in a supposedly 4 star superior hotel. Where it not for the excellent staff wouldn't have stayed more than one day out of five. Certainly not 4*. Otherwise its off the main highway in in industrial park. Private beach was 10kms away. With better management supervision might improve. We stayed between 13-17 April 2022.
5 based on 305 reviews
Doric Boutique Hotel is based in the UNESCO landscape of the Valley of the Temples. The hotel has 21 rooms, all of the overlooking the majestic temple of Juno: our flagship are the 10 deluxes rooms with a view of the temple and private heated pool and the panoramic queen room with turkish bath and jacuzzi located in its huge terrace, also overlooking the Valley of the Temples. The property is equipped with all modern comforts including an outdoor swimming pool overlooking Temples with swim-up bar, a gym and a panoramic restaurant, the Ambrosia, where the chef uses organic and local products from our farm and the aromatic herbs of our garden. Doric boutique hotel is eco – friendly: we use photovoltaic and thermal energy and give water a new life through a phytodepuration system. Our hotel is placed in a strategic position for those who want to explore not only the Valley of the Temples (which the entrance is only 1.5 km away) but all that the province has to offer: we are 5 km away from the see and the historic center of Agrigento, 15 km away from the marvellous Scala dei Turchi, 6 km far from the Farm Cultural Park of Favara (the largest and most important open-air exhibition of contemporary art in Sicily) 15 km from the Arab-Baroque city of Naro and 30 km from the city of the Leopard and the metaphysical theater of Andromeda.
Reasonably priced, secluded, upscale hotel with swimming pool and bar, full service restaurant, and sweeping valley views. Exceptional staff and service !! If you arrive by car, you will be buzzed in via an electronic gate. A staff member on a golf cart greeted us to assist with checkin and luggage. Our room was a little small but workable since we booked the economy room but we were upgraded to a balcony with chairs. Rooms were very modern with a refrigerated wall mini bar, TV, and bathroom fixtures. Breakfast is interesting and exciting as there were tasty unfamiliar, local foods- more than just the usual run of the mill. Dinner was accompanied by soft breezes relaxing, gentle jazz music, panoramic views, local wine, and attentive service. If you have an extra day or two, it’s a good place to enjoy the ambience. Olive oil and almonds are produced on the estate.
4.5 based on 255 reviews
We loved our stay with this property. The rooms offer everything you need, plus space to keep your bags.My room was very quiet, I asked for that and it was perfect. I love the clean and simple concept of this property. A tasty rooftop breakfast and wonderful staff really helps the clients. Excellent service with smiles, don't know how that do it, the hotel was full, they were great!!
5 based on 229 reviews
Welcome to Albatros Beach Hotel, your Letojanni “home away from home.” Hotel Albatros aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Guest rooms offer amenities such as air conditioning, and guests can go online with free internet access offered by the hotel. Hotel Albatros features a concierge, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts free breakfast. Letojanni has plenty of Italian restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Da Nino, Paradise Beach Club, and Golà, which are serving up some great dishes. If you’re looking for something to do, Palazzo Durante (0.2 mi), Parrocchia Di San Giuseppe (0.2 mi), and Palazzo Silipigni (0.4 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Hotel Albatros. Hotel Albatros puts the best of Letojanni at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
The Albatros Beach Hotel is a smart, clean and modern place to stay, where the staff are always keen to help with a smile. It stands out a bit from the rest of Letojanni, which is a traditional coastal town, where the majority of the shops and restaurants are a bit uninspiring. This contrasts sharply with Taormina, on the hillside above Letojanni, which is filled with stylish shops, bars and eateries. The hotel runs a shuttle bus to and from there, though the day and evening. We found one member of staff particularly helpful, Bernadetta on the front desk. She re-organised car hire and an excursion at very short notice when we were away from the hotel, a real credit to them. The hotel provided a perfect balance between beach holiday and a base to enjoy Sicily.
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