Via Bagnoli Croci, 79, Taormina, Italy
Beautiful, outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees
Nicely decorated rooms and suites with balconies, and fantastic views of the Bay of Giardini Naxos
Modern, chic studio apartments with kitchenettes are available year-round
Continental breakfast is included with room rate
Hotel provides free shuttle service to nearby beaches
Within a 10- to 15-minute walk of downtown Taormina
Two bars -- one in entrance hall and one next to the pool
Reading lounge with library, games, and computers
24-hour room service
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel
Pet-friendly
Hotel not open year-round (though studio apartments can be rented year-round)
Charge for parking
Closest beach a 20-minute drive away
Built at the end of the 19th century, this 49-room family-owned Sicilian villa was one of the first hotels in Taormina. This charming hotel, which is suitable for couples, large groups, and families, has a homey, inviting atmosphere reflected in it's cozy decor, welcoming bars (one is poolside), and comfortable reading room and library with game tables, a computer corner, plentiful seating, and spectacular views. There is a beautiful outdoor pool, a light-filled restaurant, and lush gardens covering the property. The rooms and suites are on the small side but have furnished balconies or terraces. The two Studio Apartments on the property are more starkly modern and, unlike the hotel rooms and suites, can be rented year-round.
Scene
A traditional Sicilian villa with a cozy, homey vibe
This hotel is situated in a traditional Sicilian villa, with a faded yellow exterior that overlooks the Bay of Naxos. The front lobby is cozy and charming, with floral printed couches, wood furniture, and large glass doors that open onto a balcony. The interior of the hotel has a very homey quality that makes it feel more like a private house than a hotel. Off the lobby is a bar with cushioned chairs and wood beamed ceilings. The grounds are covered in lush greenery, large trees, and have plenty of shady areas, including the poolside bar, creating a private and intimate atmosphere.
Location
Located on the mountainside overlooking the bay, a short distance from the town's historic center
Villa Belvedere is located on the mountainside overlooking the bay. It's not right in the historic center of Taormina, which is about a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Many of the popular sights are within walking walking distance, with approximate distances below:
Rooms
Elegant rooms and suites with vintage furniture, and sleek, modern studio apartments
The rooms and suites are elegant, yet feel fresh and vibrant with their all-white decor, eclectic artwork, large windows, and terra-cotta floors, but they are a tad small. The hotel also offers Studio Apartments, which are a short stroll from the main building. They have sitting areas, small kitchenettes, and balconies, and a more starkly modern decor. Rooms, suites, and apartments all have mounted flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms are sleek and modern, with a glass shower and tub, bidets, and luxury toiletries. Some rooms have gorgeous views of the water from furnished balconies and terraces.
Features
Outdoor pool, pool bar, indoor restaurant, and reading room with library
The hotel has a gorgeous outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery with giant palm trees, lounge chairs, a shaded pool bar, and a stunning view of the bay. There is also a charming, light filled restaurant, and a bar near the entrance. The hotel offers 24-hour room service for guests who might want a low-key meal. Room service is available 24-hours a day and the cost of breakfast is included in the room rate. There's a cozy reading room with a library, games, and plenty of couches and chairs to relax on. The Villa Belvedere also has an elevator, which isn't always the case in small, country hotels. Wi-Fi is free, though there's a charge for parking. Pets are allowed.