Excelsior Palace Hotel

Property class: 4
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano

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Excelsior Palace Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Excelsior Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Belle Époque hotel also features a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach cabanas
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • In-room childcare

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $269
$305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

Why we love this property

Culinary options galore
International and local cuisines await at 2 restaurants. Guests can dine al fresco with ocean, pool, and garden views, or visit 2 cafes and the bar.
Dreamy bedtime bliss
Egyptian cotton sheets and cozy down comforters provide premium bedding. Blackout drapes ensure deep sleep. Minibars offer midnight treats.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden nightstand, and a door leading to another room.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a chair.

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a green desk lamp, a wooden dresser, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape and a clear sky.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, a window with curtains, and a balcony view.

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a window with curtains, and a balcony view.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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
  • Church of San Domenico - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza IX April - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 64 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 129 min drive
  • Alcantara Station - 20 min drive
  • Alì Terme Station - 22 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 23 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Wunderbar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cisterna Del Moro Taormina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Metropole - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

  • Excelsior Palace Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Excelsior Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Belle Époque hotel also features a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 22 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite valet parking (EUR 15 per day)
    • Limited valet parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station pick-up*

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center (151 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1904
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Excelsior Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Panoramic Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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 12 years of age.
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 150
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old)

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, shopping center shuttle, and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Excelsior Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 15 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 140 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Excelsior Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include beach cabanas and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Excelsior Palace Hotel like?

Excelsior Palace Hotel is in Taormina City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Corso Umberto and 14 minutes' walk from Taormina Cable Car.

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Reviews

Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, and very good with a wide choice of food. (34 reviews)
  • The pool area was a highlight of the property, offering breathtaking views and a relaxing atmosphere. (31 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurant offers a delicious three-course dinner menu, a fabulous breakfast buffet, and good lunches by the pool. (7 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

It was great in general. Great location, good breakfast and good enough hotel in general for what you’re paying for.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a comfortable stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel. The pool was fantastic and a real highlight of the property. The location was also very convenient, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Overall, a pleasant experience and a good choice for a relaxing stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! Decor might feel outdated but room was clean with renovated washroom. Outdoor pool was amazing with breathtaking view of Etna mountain and the sea. Breakfast buffet was great too.
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6/10 Good

Hotel Gardens and pool very good views for hotel were fantastic. Hotel it self is very tied and in need of reservation.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful view and amazing swimming pool
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff, spacious clean rooms and great location with fantastic views
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10/10 Exceptional

Place is magnificent location and the rooms were spacious and nice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had the most amazing stay in Taormina, the hotel was not only conveniently located, but it was very friendly and lazing by the pool is a must!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel at the perfect location just at the start of town. Also close to the main public parking. Definitely dated and needs a refresh but overall all comfortable and cle
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelsior Palace gets 5⭐️! Everything was perfect! Great amenities and location, wonderful staff and great food. One night the neighbors above me were very disruptive at night. The staff was very efficient at shutting it down and I got a good night sleep! I will go back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location at entrance to Main Street of Taormina without hills! Beautiful pool area with magnificent view of the ocean and Mountains Etna. 10 minutes from train station by taxi straight uphill you can’t walk. Traffic to and from station can be backed up so leave extra time to get there. Breakfast is very good! 7:30 to 10:30 am Most drinks are 15 Euros We will be back!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Has to be one of the most outstanding hotels I’ve ever stayed at the grounds our palatial and the service is second to none we’ve extended our stay twice so far
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool old school classic Italian hotel. Pool and garden area is amazing! Staff friendly and helpful. A nice oasis in a sea of tourists!!
Gorgeous pool and park!!!
Pool area is AMAZING!!
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10/10 Exceptional

The garden and pool area are beautiful.
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8/10 Very good

Nice location. Old hotel. Good service.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is excellent. The staff are excellent, very helpful and welcoming. View of Etna sunrise and sunset, with cocktails (Taormina) should not be missed. Hotel has old school charm. Room was comfortable with great views. Breakfast is very good with a wide choice of food.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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8/10 Very good

Great location!

Wonderful hotel ans excellent staff. So friendly. The breakfast was amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

The landscaping is beautiful and the view is spectacular! The staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

Classic Italian charm. Gorgeous garden and swimming pool. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. Amazing view of Mt Etna in front of the property. Paradise in Taormina.
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10/10 Exceptional

Old school charm and service! Amazing views! My wife and I loved it!
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel offers fabulous views of Mount Etna and the sea. It is conveniently located for shopping and dining. The breakfast buffet is generous.
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8/10 Very good

A gorgeous property with spectacular views and a beautifil pool area