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Excelsior Palace Hotel

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

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Bar (on property)
Interior
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$595
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Corso Umberto
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Porta di Catania
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪64 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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 Wi-Fi 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 - 0.1 km
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Greek Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro Taormina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fanaberia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Da Cristina - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Belle Époque hotel with 2 restaurants and rooftop terrace
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

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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

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: 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.

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).

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

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 11 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excelsior Palace Hotel on 15 Apr 2025 start from NZ$579.15, 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?

Excelsior Palace Hotel has an outdoor 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 such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Excelsior Palace Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 296 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

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

8/10 Good

Carrie

Travelled with group
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

Xian xuan

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

10/10 Excellent

PS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

George

Property is tired and worn people and services are fine
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luz

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good vibes, great pool
The pool and grounds are gorgeous. Nice staff. Patio with insane view of Etna. Right at the end of the Corso Umberto, so you are really close to all the restaurants and shops, but it’s quieter at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rossi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

svetlana

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool is great for when midday is too hot to explore the city. Dining, pool, and housekeeping staff are kind, though front desk/receptionist not so much. There was a wedding reception one of the nights during our stay and since our room was just above the banquet hall, it was a bit noisy. The tub/shower configuration isn't ideal and leads to very wet floors but is manageable. Overall we had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, great breakfast, views of Etna. Customer service inconsistent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Travelled with partner
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

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our tenth visit to this lovely hotel. We love it here and the rooms are lovely and comfortable and the staff are delightful. Nothing is too muich trouble. The pool is fantastic We will be back! :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love coming back to this hotel every time we come to Sicily. The service is outstanding, the rooms excellent, the poo amazing. All the staff are also wonderful to me and my children. Looking forward to next years trip already
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The property is tired however the location is excellent. We dined at the hotel and the service and food was excellent. Our waiter Ivan was professional and attentive and certainly made our dining experience memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

sharona

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Beverlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Travelled with partner
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

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family
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