Location
Ideal for families, this urban hotel lies in the heart of Taormina, approximately half a mile from the sea. There are a number of shops nearby. Catania (CTA) Airport is located about 30 miles away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1892. 17 junior suites, 17 suites, 3 single rooms and 17 double rooms are located on 6 stories and can be reached by elevator. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Services such as a coat check, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere. There are a number of shops as well. Guests of the hotel can enjoy various recreational facilities, including the garden, during their stay. Additional amenities include a TV room and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the parking lot. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car rental service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. A business center with fax machine and projector is available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge). A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms, 37 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area (for a fee). Outdoor lounge chairs and umbrellas on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. With water skiing, windsurfing, paddle boating, canoeing, snorkeling and diving available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. For a fee, the hotel offers a gym. A wellness area with massage treatments is available at the hotel.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. The hotel offers a wide range of catering options. A bed and breakfast package and half board can be booked. A continental breakfast buffet ensures a great start to the day. At dinner, guests order their favorite dishes à la carte. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals. Alcoholic beverages are available.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
