LA CAPANNA DI GIUSEPPE E MARIA, Taormina
About the Hotel
La Capanna Di Giuseppe E Maria - A garden-set 4-star bed and breakfast with Mount Etna views and an included Italian or American breakfast
Set among lemon and orange trees, the 4-star La Capanna Di Giuseppe E Maria is a bed and breakfast in Taormina with garden and mountain views, free WiFi, and free private parking. The property is 3 km from Giardini Naxos Beach, 5 km from Taormina - Giardini Naxos Train Station, 10 km from Taormina Cable Car - Upper Station, and 7 km from Isola Bella; Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 52 km away. All units are air-conditioned and include a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, minibar, work desk, and free toiletries, with selected rooms offering a terrace and garden views. Family rooms and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available, and the gated grounds include a garden, sun terrace, solarium, outdoor seating, and picnic area. An Italian or American breakfast is included each morning at La Capanna Di Giuseppe E Maria, with homemade cakes or strudel, hot dishes, and local products. The on-site bar operates as an honesty bar with water, juice, and alcohol, and packed lunches can be arranged. Guests can use sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas, and hiking is available as an activity. A paid airport shuttle to Catania Fontanarossa Airport can be arranged. Guest reviews describe hosts Maria and Giuseppe at La Capanna Di Giuseppe E Maria as welcoming and note their local restaurant recommendations.
Pros
A 9.5/10 rating on Booking.com reflects consistently positive guest reviews.
Rooms are described as spacious, clean, and comfortable, with handmade Sicilian-style decor and ceramic pieces.
Breakfast can be served outdoors with views of Mount Etna.
Guests highlight the hosts' extra help, including assistance with car trouble and lifts to the property.
Cons
Check-in is limited to before 12:00 or after 18:00 because the owners take an early-afternoon break.
A car is needed to reach central Taormina, about a 10-minute drive away, and some surrounding roads lack footpaths.
Must-do experiences
- Catch a sunset at Isola Bella for stunning views and serenity.
- Savor local arancini at Da Cristina for a delicious snack.
- Wander through Taormina's ancient Greek Theatre for history.
- Visit the market in Corso Umberto for local goods and vibrant culture.
- Hike to Castelmola for breathtaking landscapes and great wine.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Solarium
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Guest reviews