Hotel Villa Paradiso in Taormina, Sicily

Rooms at Hotel Villa Paradiso feature antique furniture and original works of art, with private balconies or terraces overlooking the sea, garden, or town. The hotel offers 38 rooms, including Junior Suites with sea views and Deluxe rooms with garden views, all equipped with minibar and satellite TV. Accessible rooms include wheelchair-accessible bathrooms with emergency cord, lower sink, raised toilet, and grab rails.

The hotel's rooftop bar, Settimo Cielo, is open from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm and serves cocktails and local wines with views of Mount Etna. Breakfast is served daily on the same rooftop, offering homemade pastries and local dishes alongside international options. Guests can also enjoy a lounge with a well-stocked library and a veranda overlooking the gardens, featuring an original Mirò painting.

From June 1 to September 30, guests have access to Nuova Spiaggia Paradiso in Letojanni, 7 km away, with complimentary parasol and sun lounger. The hotel provides a shuttle service to the beach club for a fee, and also offers bike tours, walking tours, and water sport facilities on site. Nearby attractions include the Ancient Greek theatre of Taormina, Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime, and Isola Bella beach.

The hotel's on-site spa offers wellness activities such as yoga sessions in the private Mediterranean garden. Guests can relax in the shared lounge with a library and TV area, or take in the garden views from the veranda. The property also provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service for personalized recommendations, and airport shuttle.

Family rooms and babysitting services are available for guests traveling with children, along with kids' meals. Pets are allowed on request, and the hotel provides soundproof rooms and a designated smoking area. The property also has facilities for disabled guests, including an emergency cord in bathroom and wheelchair access.

Location: Central Taormina, 10-minute walk to cable car for beaches

Rooms: Rooms with antique furniture, original art, and balconies with sea or garden views

Dining: Settimo Cielo rooftop bar serving cocktails and homemade breakfast

Beach Club: Nuova Spiaggia Paradiso with free parasol and sun lounger (June-Sept)

Wellness: On-site spa and yoga in the garden

For: Couples, families, and travelers interested in Sicilian culture