CASA CUSENI, PATRIMONIO CULTURALE IMMATERIALE UNESCO, Taormina

Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site, Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale Unesco operates as a 4-star historical B&B housed in a museum of fine arts and is within a 5-minute walk of Taormina's main square. The building and its historic garden were designed by Frank Brangwyn and feature 13 panoramic terraces, 7 fountains, and rare plants. Each room at Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale Unesco includes a private balcony with views of the Naxos Gulf and Mount Etna, along with air conditioning and 17th/18th-century Sicilian furniture. Breakfast at Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale Unesco includes sweet and savory options with gluten-free items available, and can be served in the breakfast room overlooking Mount Etna or on the terrace. The property provides two outdoor salt-water swimming pools with sun loungers and umbrellas, set within tranquil gardens. Guests can participate in cooking classes led by local chefs, guided tours of the museum, and walking tours that highlight the area's cultural heritage. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, family rooms, and pet-friendly amenities such as pet bowls and baskets. The quiet street location keeps the property away from crowds while the cable car and Corso Umberto are within a short walk.

The villa is declared a national monument.

The hotel has hosted famous guests including Tennessee Williams, Bertrand Russell, Roald Dahl, and Greta Garbo.

The limited number of rooms provides a private and peaceful setting.