Hotel Ipanema

Hotels
8 (518 reviews)
Via Nazionale 242 , Taormina , it

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Airport shuttle
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Cons:
Poor food quality
Basic room amenities
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Generally clean but issues mentioned regarding maintenance.
Service
9.3
Very friendly and accommodating staff as per multiple reviews.
Location
9.34
Great location with stunning views and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
7.29
Rooms are basic with some issues like thin walls and outdated bathrooms.
Amenities
7.32
Amenities like the pool are limited and room supplies are lacking.
Value for Money
7.78
Quality does not match the expectations for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
6.83
Food quality described as dreadful with limited options available.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall satisfactory experience despite some specific issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 15:43

Property Description

Stunning Bay Views
Hotel Ipanema offers breathtaking views of the Bay of Mazzarò, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay. The private balconies in all rooms allow guests to soak in the beauty of the surroundings at any time.

Relaxation and Recreation
Guests can unwind and enjoy the sun terrace with a refreshing swimming pool, overlooking the sea. For those seeking ultimate relaxation, the hotel features a private beach with a spa pool, just a short distance away.

Convenient Location
Situated just a 2-minute walk from the cable car to Taormina's historic centre, Hotel Ipanema combines serenity with accessibility. Additionally, the complimentary small car park adds convenience to your stay.

Experience serenity, luxury, and convenience at Hotel Ipanema. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that WiFi is available only in the lobby area and bar.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Oct 19, 2026 until Sun, Apr 18, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CTA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 518 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 7.29
Amenities: 7.32
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 6.83
Overall Experience: 8.3
R
Rachel couple gb
8
Lovely hotel overlooking sea quite handy for Taormina and nice restaurants nearby
Pros:

Location and views
Bathroom and breakfast

Cons:

Pool area needs revamp

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
T
Tetiana couple ua
7
Pros:

На свої гроші хороший готель, старий, але охайний та чистий. Персонал привітний. Вид неймовірний.

Cons:

Сніданок дуже бідний, жодної теплої страви. Свого пляжу нема. До пляжу йти від 5 до 10 хвилин.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Raoua extended_group fr
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
F
Frederic solo_traveller fr
9
Emplacement idéal, proche des plages
Pros:

L'emplacement, a proximité des plages
L'accueil en français
La possibilité de stationner près de l'entrée de l'hôtel
La chambre assez grande, propre, avec balcon - vue mer
La piscine
L'amabilité du personnel

Cons:

L'hôtel est confortable mais il aurait besoin d'un rafraîchissement ;)
L'insonorisation moyenne de le chambre

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
H
Håkan couple se
6
Bor nog inte här igen
Pros:

Läget

Cons:

Slitet och dålig frukost

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
S
Sarra solo_traveller ro
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
J
jean-charles couple fr
7
Pros:

L'emplacement, le personnel toujours au top, bonne literie.

Cons:

Parking très restreint (5 voitures), il faut laisser les clés des véhicules à l'accueil pour déplacer les voitures!
Hôtel un peu vieillot pour un 4 étoiles
Rapport qualité/ un peu moyen

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
C
CARLA solo_traveller it
7
Gradevole
Pros:

Ambientazione

Cons:

Servizi e strutture un po vecchie

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
B
Baker couple pl
9
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
M
Maja couple hu
1
Cons:

We were extremely disappointed with our experience at this hotel. After returning to our room following housekeeping, we discovered that €150 in cash and a pack of cigarettes were missing. We reported the incident immediately, hoping the hotel would investigate.

Instead, we were met with a defensive and dismissive attitude. The receptionist immediately questioned whether we had any proof and repeatedly insisted that it was our responsibility to use the in-room safe. When we explained that our room did not have an in-room safe, the staff had to call housekeeping to confirm this. Only then did they change their explanation and say that valuables should have been left in a safe at reception.

At no point did anyone appear interested in investigating what had happened. We were not asked for details and no incident report was offered. Instead, we were simply told to go to the police if we wished.

The only compensation we received was that the hotel waived the local tourist tax and the charges for drinks we had consumed, amounting to approximately €80. While we appreciated this gesture, it did not address the theft itself or the way our complaint was handled.

While we understand that hotels cannot automatically accept responsibility for every reported loss, we expected professionalism, empathy, and a genuine attempt to investigate. Unfortunately, we received none of these. The way our complaint was handled was far more disappointing than the financial loss itself.

Based on our experience, we cannot recommend staying here.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
J
Joanna solo_traveller at
9
Es hat mich sehr gefreut dort zu sein!
Pros:

Die Lage!! Ist wirklich perfekt, Strände innerhalb vor ein paar Minuten, Seilbahn im 3 Min zu Fuss, Lebensmittelgeschäfte genauso.
Die Ausstattung ist vielleicht nicht ganz modern, aber man hat alles was man braucht. An der Rezeption wird Deutsch gesprochen (Vielen Dank nochmals Christina und eine Kollegin mit der Brille und langen Haaren, leider habe ich mir die Name nicht gemerkt).Alle sind sehr nett, hilfsbereit.
Ich habe Einzelzimmer gebucht habe ein Doppelzimmer bekommen, mit Klimaanlage und WLAN hat perfekt funktioniert!
Zimmer wurde jeden Tag geputzt und man hat jeden Tag frische Handtücher bekommen.

Cons:

Cappuccino bei der Frühstück, leider aus der Automat und Milchpulver

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
N
nick couple us
8
Pros:

Location, view, pool, restaurant, breakfast

Cons:

There were no hot options for breakfast

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
L
Lundberg solo_traveller se
5
Pros:

Hotellets största fördel är läget endast ett par minuters promenad till både linbanan och stranden. Det var också välstädat, vilket uppskattades. Frukosten var däremot ganska enkel och endast helt okej, utan något som stack ut. Sammantaget levde hotellet inte riktigt upp till förväntningarna, även om det fungerar för den som främst prioriterar ett bra läge.

Cons:

Poolområdet var en stor besvikelse, poolen är gammal, sliten och saknar helt utsikt. Den såg inte särskilt inbjudande ut och vi badade inte ens.

Sängarna var dessutom extremt hårda. Vi bad om en extra madrass för att göra sängen bekvämare, men fick beskedet att det inte fanns några. Hårfönen kändes också väldigt gammal och blev så varm att man riskerade att bränna sig.

Personalen upplevdes inte särskilt serviceinriktad och flera hade svårt att kommunicera på engelska. Vi önskade ett rum högre upp i hotellet och frågade varje dag om det fanns möjlighet att byta, men ingen återkopplade trots att de lovade att göra det. Vi blev kvar på första våningen under hela vistelsen.

Hotellet marknadsför tidigare tillgång till strand, men numera erbjuder de endast transport till en samarbetspartner cirka tio minuter utanför Taormina. Hotellet tar 16 euro per person för transport och solstol, trots att en solstol på stranden kostar 12 euro om man bokar direkt. Dessutom är det en hundstrand, vilket är bra att känna till om man inte vill vistas bland hundar. Vi rekommenderar istället stränderna nära hotellet eller Isola Bella.

Slutligen bokade hotellet en taxi åt oss och försäkrade att den kunde betalas med kort. När vi kom fram visade det sig att chauffören endast tog kontanter, vilket tvingade oss att leta upp en bankomat mitt i natten.

Sammantaget är läget hotellets stora styrka, men servicen, komforten och flera praktiska detaljer gjorde att vistelsen inte levde upp till våra förväntningar.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Comonita solo_traveller ro
7
Se putea mai bine.
Pros:

Locația și personalul

Cons:

Am mai plătit taxa de oraș încă o data după ce mi-ați luat-o și voi(Cum rezolvam situația?)Mobilierul vechi,fără frigider în cameră..

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
G
German solo_traveller es
9
Cons:

Estuve en la última habitación. 314.estaba pegada a la salida y entrada de personal, se escuchabala puerta desde temprano, entrando y saliendo.

La vista no se apreciaba tanto desde la esquina.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
S
Susanne solo_traveller dk
9
Pros:

Personalet, både i reception og restaurant

Cons:

Meget trafikeret vej uden noget videre fortov, udenfor hotellet. Og dyr pris , 10 euro, for en retur med svævebanen, for at komme op i byen ( ikke hotellets dkyld)

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
M
mirco solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

La cordialità dello staff
La posizione ottima
Il rapporto qualità prezzo

Cons:

La struttura è datata
Il cibo mediocre

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
K
KATARZYNA family_with_children pl
8
Byłam z córką . Bardzo bezpiecznie , komfortowo i bez problemu.
Pros:

Atmosfera i obsługa hotelu . Łatwy dostęp do komunikacji miejskiej autobusy do Naxos , Lettoyani , stacja kolejowa , Taormina , Cattania . Kolejka linowa do Taorminy . Piękne plaże żwirowe w zasięgu kilku przystanków autobusowych. Dobre restauracje , apteka , minimarkety w pobliżu.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
P
Piero Roberto solo_traveller br
9
Cons:

Vagas para estacionamento de veículos insuficientes em função do tamanho do hotel. Apenas 6 vagas sem qualquer outra alternativa conveniada ao hotel.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Isabelle solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-12 via Nuitee