Hotel Villa Schuler, Taormina; Taormina hotel

Hotel Villa Schuler, Taormina

What an amazing location for this Taormina hotel. The Hotel Villa Schuler is set high above the Ionian Sea, in beautiful terraced gardens, with palms, pine trees and mature cypresses. It's unarguably one of the most beautiful stretches and vistas on this (or any other stretch of coast) and the neighbouring botanic gardens merely add to the charm. The building itself is quite lovely too. The family owned hotel was converted in 1905 from a family villa to hotel accommodation. In recent years an extensive and sympathetic refurbishment has only enhanced its charm, elegance and delightful atmosphere.

From this setting amidst the fragrance of jasmine and bougainvillea you gaze out upon the Bay of Naxos, the whole southern coastline of Sicily and up to snow-topped Mount Etna. And yet you are just two minutes' walk away from the main street of Taormina, the blessedly traffic-free Corso Umberto. Ten minutes' walk takes you to the ancient Greek-Roman Theatre; a little further and you are at the cable car, which takes you down to the town's beaches.

Amenities at this Taormina hotel include a lobby, lift with superb views, bar, breakfast room, palm terrace pavilion, piano and TV room, library, Wi-Fi and laptop, room service and 24-hour front desk, parking, laundry and breakfast. There are free mountain bikes for you to use, tennis courts nearby and a shuttle service to the hotel beach.

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Double room from €75