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Excelsior Palace Hotel

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Property entrance
Deluxe Double Room
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview of Excelsior Palace Hotel

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Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Popular LocationPorta di Catania2 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo3 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreek Theatre16 min walk
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)55 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Taormina

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Taormina awaits you at Excelsior Palace Hotel. Within steps you'll find Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. Highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 coffee shops/cafes and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Excelsior Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. 151 square feet (14 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and limo/town car service. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Taormina City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Piazza del Duomo.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 1 min walk
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk
  • Taormina Cable Car - 13 min walk
  • Greek Theatre - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • L'Arco - 2 min walk
  • C&G Cioccolato e Gelato - 1 min walk
  • Villa Zuccaro Taormina - 3 min walk
  • La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - 2 min walk
  • Fanaberia - 4 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Upscale Belle Époque hotel, walk to Porta di Catania
There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 151 square feet (14 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Excelsior Palace Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Taormina hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • 151 sq ft of conference space
  • 14 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1904
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Excelsior Palace Hotel offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: EUR 19 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Excelsior Restaurant
  • Panoramic Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (151 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Building
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Weight limit: 22 lb per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 150
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Excelsior Palace Hotel
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina
Excelsior Palace Taormina
Hotel Excelsior Palace
Excelsior Palace
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina, Sicily
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Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina
Excelsior Palace Hotel Hotel Taormina

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Excelsior Palace Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excelsior Palace Hotel on 12 May 2024 start from NZ$532.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yep, Excelsior Palace Hotel has uncovered valet parking for EUR 15 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Excelsior Palace Hotel?

The closest beach to Excelsior Palace Hotel is Isola Bella (1.7 km).

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Excelsior Palace Hotel has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Excelsior Palace Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and beach cabanas, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Excelsior Palace Hotel.

Is Excelsior Palace Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like kids' meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Excelsior Palace Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, guests quite like the continental breakfast here! Offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Excelsior Palace Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a weight limit of up to 10 kg per pet.

Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 249 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel situated at the entrance of Taormina !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
Excellent location; beautiful views. One of the best hotels in town. Close to center and Greek theater. Valet parking was very convenient. Staff excellent!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitsue

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Middeltown

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
repeat visit... and will be back again. always a favorite!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property and very convenient to all attractions in Taormina. A giant multi-tiered parking lot is located next to the hotel. Property is clean and has a fantastic charm of the Art Nouveau style, and Hotel staff was extremely efficient, pleasant and very helpful and there for every need of mine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel offers fabulous views of Mount Etna and the sea. It is conveniently located for shopping and dining. The breakfast buffet is generous.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful hotel and grounds of times gone by
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gerlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are excellent, especially on the Reception Desk (Giuseppe and Simona particularly helpful). Food is good. Only let-down is decor which is a bit tired, but then it doesn't purport to be a 5-star establishment.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lianze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful and the breakfast buffet was amazing. I would definitely stay here again. My only suggestion would be better signage to indicate where to leave the car for the valet-it was confusing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023