Boutique Hotels in Taormina, Sicily's East Coast

Charming Sicilian Villas in Top Resort, Carlotta, Ducale & Taodomus

Jul 2, 2009

After a day on a crowded beach, there's no better place to escape than a luxurious boutique hotel on the slopes of Taormina.

Taormina is a stylish resort, perched on a hillside above the popular bay of Giardini Naxos. Its scenic location attracts visitors in search of glamour and peace and the town has risen to the challenge with good taste.

Old mansions and villas have been turned into elegant boutique hotels, some tucked away in hidden corners, others right in town where antique shops and boutiques line the main street. It’s all a matter of personal choice but in this top resort, charming Sicilian villas claim many returnees and a well deserved praise.

In a quiet location close to Taormina historical centre, Villa Carlotta is set in a 19th century noble residence built of local stone. The hotel has charm, character and an intimate atmosphere in a stylish but discreet décor.

The 23 rooms and suites blend antique and modern furnishings in soothing earthy colours, with rugs on cool tiled floors. All rooms have balconies or terraces with sea views. Top of the range is the Tower Suite on two floors.

Breakfast is served on the top floor terrace. Facilities include swimming pool and garden, a bar set in the old catacombs, access to the nearby health club and a shuttle service down to the beach. Cooking classes for two can be arranged, followed by dinner with the chef.

Charming Sicilian Villa in Top Resort, Taormina Hotel Villa Ducale

Hotel Villa Ducale enjoys a secluded location on the upper slopes of Taormina, with free shuttle to town and beach. Recently renovated, the family run villa offers all modern comforts in a traditional Sicilian setting.

The 17 rooms and suites are individually designed, some with terracotta floors, wrought iron bedsteads, antiques or hand painted ceramics. All have sea and mountain views and there’s a garden with Jacuzzi pool and sundeck.

The panoramic terrace sets the scene for a scrumptious Sicilian breakfast, including mouth watering cakes, and romantic evening cocktails. Light meals are available through the day.

Villa Ducale can arrange in room wine tasting,cooking lessons and even a vintage car to the airport.

Small Hotel in Taormina, Taodomus, Sicily's East Coast

Hotel Taodomus, or the House of Taormina, is set right in the city centre, opening on to the glamorous Corso Umberto I. It’s the ideal location for anyone who wants to be close to restaurants and shops but sound proofing means all is peaceful inside this historic house.

Rooms are named after Sicilian fruit, colours or plants, ranging from turquoise to tangerine, spearmint or summer lemon. Among the 9 exclusive rooms, 2 have balconies with sea views, the others face the Corso.

Breakfast and drinks are served on the terrace where guests can look out to the Greek Theatre, the sweeping bay of Giardini Naxos and Mount Etna in the distance.

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