Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Aged furniture
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Some negative mentions regarding dust and worn appearance in common areas.
Service
9.1
Staff were very warm, welcoming, and attentive, with special mentions for Angela.
Location
9.14
Ideal location near the center of Taormina with great views.
Room Quality
8.09
Rooms require refreshing; some issues with fading windows.
Amenities
8.62
Nice pool and garden area, but some furniture is outdated.
Value for Money
8.58
Good experience overall considering location and views.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Excellent buffet breakfast and quality of food.
Overall Experience
8.8
Mostly positive feedback with beautiful views and engaging staff, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 15:58

Property Description

Stunning Views and Elegant Accommodations

At Excelsior Palace Hotel, immerse yourself in the charm of a Moorish-style building just a short stroll from the Greek Amphitheatre. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, an outdoor pool overlooking Mount Etna, and rooms adorned with elegant wood furnishings and parquet floors.

Culinary Delights and Room Service

Indulge in international and Mediterranean cuisine at the hotel's restaurant or wake up to a delightful buffet breakfast featuring pastries, fresh fruit, and traditional Italian coffee. For a more intimate experience, opt to have breakfast served directly to your room.

Convenient Location with Sea Views

Centrally located in Taormina, Excelsior Palace offers stunning views of the Ionian Sea and easy access to the A18 motorway and Taormina Station. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your stay.

To book your stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel and create unforgettable memories, contact us now!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CTA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 15 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for 50% of the adult rate per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for 50% of the adult rate per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for 70% of the adult rate per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 756 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 8.8
M
marina • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
K
Klaus • couple • de
8
Pros:

sonnige läge sehr nette bar

Cons:

unser Zimmer war abgewohnt und sehr renovierungsbedürftig

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
A
Antonino • couple • it
8
Bella struttura, personale disponibile, camere con arredi un po’ vetusti
Pros:

Posizione e fascino

Cons:

Arredi vetusti

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gilles • solo_traveller • fr
6
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
R
Riccardo • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione e cortesia

Cons:

Stanze un po’ troppo vecchie
Andrebbero ridipinte le pareti ( troppo giallo!) e dato un tocco di moderno all ‘arredo

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
A
antonio • family_with_children • it
7
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
O
Oleksandr Romanenkov • couple • ua
5
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
J
Jean-Michel • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Idéalement placé avec une vue magnifique sur l'Etna et la mer. Petit-déjeuner copieux et varié. Personnel très aimable et chambre très belle.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
A
Azzopardi • couple • mt
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
K
Klaus • couple • de
10
Auf jeden Fall lohnenswert
Pros:

Sensationelle Lage mit Ätna Blick und tolle Bar

Cons:

Zimmer teilweise renovierungsbedürftig

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
A
Anita • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
S
Sciortino • couple • it
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
C
Casals • couple • es
8
Pros:

Nice breakfast and staff

Cons:

Old in many ways for ex no gym

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
H
Hiroshi • couple • jp
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
G
Giusy • couple • it
9
Posto bellissimo,in una posizione comoda,esperienza da rifare sicuramente!
Pros:

La posizione

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
E
Erika • couple • rs
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Concetta • couple • it
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
J
Jeremias • couple • ch
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
E
Elisabeth • couple • de
9
Pros:

Sehr schönes Zimmer, geschmackvoll eingerichtet.

Cons:

Alles gut

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
F
Fabio Maria Fonte • couple • it
9
Pros:

Struttura storica, accogliente e con spazi comuni ampi ed eleganti. Posizione ottima. Molto bello il panorama dalla camera e dagli spazi comuni.

Cons:

Il bagno era privo di finestra e un pó piccolo. È possibile migliorarlo.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee