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About the Hotel

Via Toselli 8, Taormina, Italy, 98039
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Close to the Ancient Theatre of Taormina

Amenities

The Excelsior Palace Hotel provides a panoramic Olympic-sized swimming pool situated within a vast Mediterranean park, exclusively for guests. The hotel also organizes cultural events and theme nights year-round, emphasizing its deep ties to Taormina's traditions. Additionally, bar service near the pool adds convenience for social gatherings and relaxation.

Rooms

The hotel offers 85 rooms designed with bio-architecture principles, showcasing a classical style and wooden flooring. Guests can choose rooms with breathtaking views of Mount Etna, the Ionian Sea, or picturesque Taormina, each offering a unique ambiance. Various room types include Classic, Superior, Deluxe, and Elegance, catering to diverse guest preferences.

Location

Located just a few meters from Taormina's city center, the Excelsior Palace Hotel sits on a scenic promontory. The position allows guests to enjoy sweeping views of the Bay of Naxos and the surrounding coastline. Access to beaches like Mazzarò, Mazzeo, and Spisone is convenient, enhancing the overall experience.

Dining

Dining at the Excelsior Palace Hotel includes a restaurant that serves Sicilian specialties and international cuisine using seasonal local products. Guests can experience homemade desserts crafted by the hotel's pastry chef, alongside a curated wine list featuring selections from local Etna wineries. Breakfast is served with a variety of sweet and savory options, including the signature granita with cream.

Business & Events

The hotel's meeting facilities include the 'Etna' room, which accommodates up to 100 guests and is equipped with modern technology. Networking events, product launches, and social gatherings can be hosted alongside exquisite catering services. Outdoor spaces also provide unique settings for receptions and events.

Highlights

Location: scenic promontory near Taormina center

Rooms: 85 rooms with breathtaking views

Dining: restaurant with Sicilian specialties

Amenities: panoramic Olympic-sized swimming pool

Events: hosting for up to 100 guests

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the ancient Greek Theatre for stunning views.
  • Savor the Arancini at Da Cristina for a tasty local treat.
  • Visit the charming medieval village of Castelmola nearby.
  • Explore the beautiful gardens of Villa Comunale in the morning.
  • Don't miss the vibrant Taormina market for local crafts and foods.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room
1 person
13 m² 
1 Single bed
Heating
Bathtub
Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony Etna View
2 persons
22 m² 
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
Balcony
Double or Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Double or Twin Room without View
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Taormina700 m
Airports
Fontanarossa (CTA) 67.7 km
Train
Taormina - Giardini Naxos Train Station600 m
Taormina Cable Car - Via Pirandello 1.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Dining Onsite

Excelsior Palace Hotel boasts a delightful selection of onsite dining options, highlighting traditional Italian cuisine with a focus on locally sourced, authentic flavors. Guests can indulge in a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and enjoyment after exploring the island's rich cultural heritage.
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina Restaurant photo
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina Restaurant photo

Gattopardo

Italian
Ambiance
A traditional setting enveloped in elegance, ideal for savoring the essence of Sicilian hospitality.
Key Offerings
Signature dishes feature typical sweet and savory delicacies, homemade sweets, and the classic granita with cream and brioche, appealing to both vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
Reservation
Recommended due to its popularity among guests.
Open daily for lunch from 12:30 to 14:30.

Lobby Bar

Cocktails and Snacks
Ambiance
A cozy space with a conservatory providing panoramic views, perfect for unwinding with good company.
Key Offerings
Serves an enticing range of cocktails, seasonal snacks, and, during winter, indulgent tea and chocolates, making every hour an enjoyable experience.
Reservation
Not needed, but seating preferences can be accommodated.
Hours vary; typically open throughout the day.

Location

Via Toselli 8, Taormina, Italy, 98039
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Via Toselli 8, Taormina, Italy, 98039
Nearby
Mall
Corso Umberto
480 m
Square
Piazza IX April
470 m
Museum
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
60 m
Church
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
210 m
Parking area
Porta di Catania
200 m
Piazza Duomo 8-9
Quattro Fontane di Taormina
130 m
Salita Palazzo Ciampoli
Palazzo Ciampoli
230 m
Museum
Casa Cuseni
270 m
Via Madonna della Rocca
Castello Saraceno Casteltaormina via Crucis
530 m
Church
Chiesa Sant'Antonio Abate
60 m
Via Pompeo Sesto 12
Taormina Glass Gallery
110 m
Piazza IX Aprile 7
Caffe Wunderbar
450 m
Church
Church of San Giuseppe
410 m
Church
Ex Chiesa del Carmine di Taormina
250 m
Piazza IX Aprile
Torre dell'Orologio
390 m
Church
Chiesa del Varo
350 m
Via Dei Fabi 6
Pavone Francesco
380 m
Square
Piazza Duomo
480 m
Restaurants
Trattoria Tiramisu Taormina
100 m
Via Apollo Arcageta 9
Malvasia
90 m
8 Viale Apollo Arcageta
C&G Cioccolato E Gelato
90 m
Piazza Sant'Antonio 7 Porta Catania - Taormina
Pizzeria Villa Zuccaro
210 m
5 Piazza Carmine
Amuri e Sapuri
80 m
Piazza S. Antonio Abate
Como Como Bistrot
90 m
Via Ospedale 3/5
Carpe Diem
70 m
Piazza S. Antonio Abate 14
Ristorante CutiLuDissi
130 m
Via Ospedale 9
Al Duomo
200 m
Vico Ebrei Piazza Duomo
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