Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina

Name: Excelsior Palace Hotel
Address: Viale Pietro Toselli, 8, Taormina, 意大利

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At a glance: 4-star · Since 1904

Near: Porta Catania · 1 min walk

Guests love: Location · Nature

With a stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Taormina, steps from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Piazza del Duomo.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. This Belle Époque hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting. The shuttle will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.

Enjoy international cuisine at Excelsior Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Taormina? This hotel has 151 square feet (14 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room., guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service.

Make yourself at home in one of the 79 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and bidets.

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Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Amenities

Property amenities

Bar
Cafe
Restaurant
Room service
Snack bar
Body care
Massage room
Mountain biking
Sailing
Spa
Sunbathing area
Swimming pool

Room types

Double rooms
Twin rooms
King rooms
Single rooms
Family rooms
Suites
Rooms with a view

Guest reviews

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Reviews from

sharon faith Farrugia

5/5

Google· a month ago

Well absolutely fabulous - the hotel might feel a little dated to some but it’s just part of its charm. Excellent location and views with etna right opposite. Cocktail bar and restaurant are very pleasant. The air con worked very well. The hotel forte is the staff who were all very courteous , especially Angela and Ambra at breakfast and the very welcoming and nice pool boy by the pool area. The breakfast offers great selection with good quality and even granita ! Location is superb - close to corso.close to parking.absolutely worth it

neiljY6132DD

4/5

Tripadvisor· a month ago

I would like to start this review by saying that this holiday as a whole was a 5 star experience! Taormina is an absolutely amazing place - probably my favourite destination. The hotel is good and ideally located but it just fell short of a 4 star experience for me. Don’t get me wrong it is perfectly acceptable with many positives but there were a few niggles. The Hotel.|A very impressive structure with a hint of old Italian class. Every communal area and rooms are clean. The pool is amazing with views that will blow your mind. If you have mobility issues then this hotel or even Taormina itself might not be for you. It is situated on a steep hill with a 2-3 minute walk to the pool area. We only ate breakfast at the hotel which was varied and delicious and we were always greeted with a smile. My main issue was with additional charges for the tiny pouches of coffee and bottles of water we used in the room. Ok so they weren’t expensive but I think complimentary coffee and water is standard from a hotel with a 4 star rating. Location|The location of this hotel is perfect. Situated at the end of the Corso Umberto it is ideal for an evening stroll to select one of the multitude of restaurants for dinner. Taormina is stunning. Beautiful squares and views at every turn. If you like to frequent the beach then this probably isn’t the right hotel for you either as it is a 20 minute walk to the cable cars to take you there. I think when you are selecting a hotel in Taormina then it is preferable to decide if you prefer a night in the town or a day by the beach as trying to do both daily would be a challenge and quite expensive. Overall, this has been a brilliant holiday which was just slightly overshadowed by some minor costs that could quite easily be avoided with some TLC from the hotel itself.

Trip.com Member

4.2/5

Trip.com· a year ago

The hotel could not be in a better location with views of Etna, the town of Taormina and the sea. I had a single room. It was very small and only had a partial view which was a bit disappointing but I didn't pay much. The pool was shut which was a shame as although it is February it was warm and I would have liked a swim. I didn't eat at the hotel but did try to have a drink in the bar. Sat for around 15 minutes with no service so gave up. It was a shame as they had live piano music. I am not sure if service is better if you paid more or it is a little indifferent at the best of times. It is out of season so the hotel was not busy. Still fabulous destination and the hotel has a lot of history so definitely worth a visit.

Jonathan Pipe

4/5

Google· a month ago

A bit of a dated hotel with a lot of history. Some of fixtures and fittings wouldn't have been out of place in an antique shop. Room was basic with very poor provision of powepoints etc. Breakfast was ok but not spectacular. Staff very helpful and friendly Pool is very good and the food at the pool bar was excellent. Ideal location just off the main strip. Great view of an erupting Mount Etna!

Matthew Lund

5/5

Google· 3 months ago

I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Firstly the location is stunning, the views from the room are breathtaking, and the pool is fantastic, with again beautiful views, and a useful bar and restaurant. The rooms are well looked after. We had a balcony which was well worth paying for. The air con was efficient and there is a mini fridge. The staff are all very pleasant, especially Angela at breakfast. The breakfast offers hot and cold, and a good quality selection. The outside bar area is also nice for a night cap. The other great thing is the proximity to everything, it is next to the main corso, so everything is close at hand, but there is parking on site and next to the taxi rank for getting about or back to the airport.

Tour111422

5/5

Tripadvisor· a month ago

We have just returned from Excelsior Palace hotel.|The staff are all amazing, especially Rosy in the restaurant and bar.Nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent with lots of choices, excellent sea food, daily specials. Nothing disappointed. |Daily breakfast had a vast array of choices.|The room was comfortable and had a balcony with a view over Etna and the sea. |The pool area and grounds are exceptional, towels provided,amazing views.We always got a sunbed.|Would highly recommend |Close to town but a quiet oasis.

john pinzon

3/5

Google· 4 months ago

A Hotel Frozen in Time — Not Always in the Right Way Hotel Excelsior Palace carries the kind of history you feel the moment you arrive, and there is genuine charm here. The room was spacious and well-appointed, the pool area is beautiful, and the breakfast spread is pleasantly Italian in character. That said, the experience left me wanting more than the reputation promised. The walls are thin enough that you share your neighbors’ conversations whether you want to or not. Breakfast feels incomplete for a four-star property — extras like an omelette come at an additional cost, which surprised me. The bar was a particular disappointment: the staff were inflexible on both tea selection and cocktail preparation, insisting on a house recipe that, frankly, did not hold up. A Negroni with lemon is a choice, and not one I would recommend. The pool, though lovely, was briefly disrupted by outside visitors who were there solely to film — a management issue worth addressing. Overall a decent stay, but one that felt as though the hotel had stopped evolving somewhere in its past — and not in an intentionally nostalgic way. Worth visiting, but temper your expectations.

carmela20152015

5/5

Tripadvisor· 3 months ago

We keep coming back here. It’s an oasis of traditional elegance, tranquillity and Sicilian beauty, in the heart of Taormina. The large pool, surrounded by a stunning vegetation and breathtaking views, is probably our favourite part of the hotel. The breakfast is lovely, beautifully served, and offers plenty of choices. The service is just exquisite, really classy, we must mention Angela as she has been literally spoiling us during our stay, her attention to details and customer care skills are second to none. The hotel is superbly managed by a woman director and you can see her feminine elegant touch throughout. There are many hotels in Taormina but only one Excelsior. We will be back …

Where can I eat near Excelsior Palace Hotel?

The hotel's own restaurant serves Sicilian, Italian, and international dishes, and the Bar Etna and snack bar are right there for lighter bites. For a change of scene, L'Arco and La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli are a 2-minute walk away, with Villa Zuccaro Taormina 3 minutes and Fanaberia and Da Cristina 4 minutes. Corso Umberto, the main street, is a 2-minute walk and lined with cafés and restaurants. You can also join the Taormina: Sicilian Street Food & Wine Tour to taste your way around town.

What is the area around Excelsior Palace Hotel like?

The hotel sits right at Porta Catania, the historic gateway into Taormina's old town, so you are steps from the main street Corso Umberto. Within a short walk you can reach the Duomo, Piazza IX Aprile, and the panoramic viewpoints over the sea and Mount Etna. The area is lively with boutiques, craft shops, and cafés along the historic center. For a quieter moment, the Villa Comunale gardens are a 10-minute walk away. The hotel itself has a bar, café, restaurant, and snack bar, plus a panoramic pool with views over the bay and coastline.

How do I get to Excelsior Palace Hotel from the airport or main train station?

From Catania Fontanarossa airport, about 50 km away, you can take a taxi, bus, or train, or arrange the hotel's transfer service. From Taormina train station, 3 km away, take the green line bus to the Taormina Bus Terminal, then the Circolare Rossa bus to Porta Catania, right by the hotel. The hotel also offers a shuttle from the airport and station on request. If driving, exit the A18 at Taormina, follow signs to the Lumbi parking area, and take the Monte Tauro/Porta Catania tunnel into the center.

What's there to do near Excelsior Palace Hotel in the evening?

In the evening, you can stroll to Piazza IX Aprile, a 5-minute walk away, and enjoy the lively atmosphere with views over the sea and Mount Etna. The hotel's own bar and snack bar offer a relaxed spot for a drink, and the restaurant serves dinner with Sicilian and Italian cuisine. For a cultural evening, the Ancient Theater, about a 14-minute walk, hosts outdoor shows and concerts. You can also wander along Corso Umberto, the main street, which is lined with boutiques and clubs, just a 2-minute walk from the hotel.

Is Excelsior Palace Hotel a good base for exploring Taormina?

Yes, the Excelsior Palace Hotel is an excellent base for exploring Taormina. You can walk to Porta Catania in 1 minute, the Duomo in 2 minutes, and Piazza IX Aprile in 5 minutes. The Panorama Taormina viewpoint is a 6-minute walk, and the Castello di Taormina is 7 minutes away. For longer excursions, the hotel offers a shuttle to the beaches and can arrange tours like the Etna Jeep OffRoad Tour or a cooking class. The historic center's main street, Corso Umberto, is just a short stroll from your door.

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