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Excelsior Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Belle Époque hotel with 2 restaurants and rooftop terrace

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In the heart of Catania, Excelsior Palace Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace and poolside bar. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool or explore nearby Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo. With free in-room WiFi, two coffee shops/cafes, international cuisine options at on-site restaurants, guests have praised this hotel for its helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Greek Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Cisterna Del Moro Taormina
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Chiostro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Andromaco - ‬4 min walk
  • Casa Niclodi

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Porta di Catania
Located close to Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo, Excelsior Palace Hotel provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), free newspapers and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket information, a lift and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 79 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets
  • LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Childcare services, daily housekeeping and desks

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 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • 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 provided

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 10 kg per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

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
Excelsior Palace Hotel Hotel
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina
Excelsior Palace Hotel Hotel Taormina

Frequently asked questions

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Excelsior Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Valet parking is available for EUR 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 140 per vehicle applies.

Where is Excelsior Palace Hotel located?

This family-friendly Taormina hotel is located in the historical district, steps away from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano, Porta di Catania and Piazza del Duomo. Taormina Giardini Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 321 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Excelsior hotel allowed you the opportunity to experience that of a tranquil, relaxing venue It was as if you go back in time, to a time that we as individuals once knew how to relax and enjoy the beauty of our surroundings… If you like the old world charm, this is a place that you must stay If you’
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Excelsior Palace is outstanding. Beautiful hotel in the heart of Taormina with a huge pool overlooking the Sea. Rooms are updated and very comfortable, many facing the beautiful Mount Etna. Delicious breakfast buffet with accommodating staff. Bar/cafe at the pool is perfect for a cocktail and salad or piadina while floating in the pool. I’ve stayed here three times and cannot wait to return!
Lovely pool.
View from our room.
The path to the pool.
Cafe on the right side on the pool deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with old-world glamour.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing stay. Very friendly attentive staff. We loved the lounge with the art nouveau style. Wonderful location to watch sun set w a view of Mt Etna.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel very centrally located and very easy to walk to centre of town. Room was perfect and very spacious and comfortable with a small balcony looking out to sea and Etna on the side of the hotel. Fabulous large swimming pool and although a short stroll down several steps it’s a stunning walk and beautiful views from the loungers.Breakfast was amazing and lovely room to eat in with lots of space to get s good table. All staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend wholeheartedly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice facility. Comfortable. Good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xian xuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school charm and service! Amazing views! My wife and I loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Wonderful hotel ans excellent staff. So friendly. The breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Generally nice property
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning We nearly never booked this hotel based on some reviews and the pics made it look a little dated. I’m so glad we did. It’s not dated, it’s classic, it’s grand and magical. The grounds to the pool are stunning, the pool makes you feel you are chilling by a millionaires house, not a hotel. The location couldn’t be better, everything is close by and walkable. We didn’t even go to the beach, as the pool was too nice to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davide

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

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel and within easy reach of Taormina. Great views of both the town and Mount Etna.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Wojciech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Taoremina - Sicilian Damond

Excellent historical hotel in the hart of the old town of Taoremina! Best Etna view from the hotel rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Excellent location, beautiful property with pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a nice older style feel to it and a fabulous swimming pool amenity on a private headland offering brilliant views of the coast and Etna
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very much from the turn of last centuries was preserved in the ambiance of rooms and bar and dining room Breakfast was a real treat with oranges freshly pressed to my liking and notably Fabio was so helpful - tante grazie
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but property needs some renovations in the rooms, (for a more comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed 6 nights in August . It is a very elegant historical building and the proximity to the city center is great . The breakfast was delicious , and the staff are so accommodating . The pool area is gorgeous overlooking Mt Etna The hotel location is the best
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything and lots of things to do around the area, such as beach, hiking or just walking around downtown to shop & eat.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every day was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

sharona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gorgeous property with spectacular views and a beautifil pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. The hotel has a lot of charm and we had a great view of Mount Etna.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024