HOTEL VILLA DUCALE, Taormina
About the Hotel
Dining
A 4-star boutique hotel set on a hillside above Taormina, Hotel Villa Ducale has views over Mount Etna, the Ionian Sea, and the Strait of Messina, plus an infinity pool and the award-winning Incanto Restaurant. All rooms and suites include a private terrace or balcony, and some newer rooms add an outdoor hot tub with views over the infinity pool toward Taormina and the sea. A buffet breakfast of homemade Sicilian specialties, including caponata and freshly made cannoli, is served each morning at Hotel Villa Ducale on the panoramic terrace. Incanto serves authentic Sicilian cuisine throughout the day, with dishes including beef filet, swordfish, sea bass, and suckling pig, alongside creative cocktails and a wine list. Guests can use two outdoor pools, including a heated infinity pool, an outdoor hot tub, and a sun terrace with loungers and umbrellas; the hotel also has an evening cocktail buffet with regular live music. A complimentary shuttle runs hourly to Porta Messina by Corso Umberto and to local beach clubs; Taormina's center is a 25-minute walk, and a stepped path near Chiesa Madonna della Rocca takes about 15 minutes. Hotel Villa Ducale provides free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, express check-in/out, luggage storage, laundry, dry cleaning, valet parking, and airport shuttle arrangements on request. Family rooms, soundproof rooms, allergy-free rooms, and a tour desk with local culture tours and walking tours are also available.
Pros
The front desk communicates via 24/7 WhatsApp and arranges restaurant, beach club, and tour bookings.
Guests have access to the pool and gym at the sister hotel Villa Carlotta.
Early departures receive packed breakfasts, and the hotel can position a hire car for a direct exit from the car park.
Cons
On-site parking is limited and costs €22 per day; nearby street parking can be scarce.
The uphill walk from town is steep, and the access road has narrow hairpin bends.
Must-do experiences
- Stroll through the gardens of Villa Comunale for stunning views.
- Taste local granita at Caffè Wunderbar for a refreshing treat.
- Visit the ancient Greek Theatre for breathtaking performances.
- Explore the charming streets of Taormina for unique artisan shops.
- Try pasta alla Norma at Trattoria Da Nino, a true Sicilian classic.
Select your room type
- Classic Double Room Sea View2 persons20 sq. feet1 King-size bedAir conditioningBalconyroom details
- Deluxe Double or Twin Room Sea View2 persons22 sq. feet1 King-size bedAir conditioningHeatingroom details
- Superior Double Room Sea View2 persons20 sq. feet1 King-size bedAir conditioningBalconyroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible on site at EUR 25 per day.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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