Hotel Isola Bella

Hotels
7.9 (1602 reviews)
Via Nazionale 196 , Taormina , IT

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional location and sea/view (Isola Bella)
Friendly and attentive staff/reception
Close to beach; central for Taormina
Pool available
Daily housekeeping and balcony views
Cons:
Hotel and rooms are dated/run-down
Very small/very narrow bathrooms; shower issues
Some cleanliness issues (towels, pool feeling unclean)
Limited in-room amenities; no room/poolside service
Perceived high price / poor value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
6.4
Mixed comments: some guests noted grey/old towels and that the pool 'didn't feel clean', though daily housekeeping was mentioned. Cleanliness is below average due to visible wear and dated linens.
Service
9.1
Generally praised reception and staff as friendly, attentive and helpful across multiple reviews; a couple of comments suggested staff could make guests feel more welcome, but overall service is a strong point.
Location
9.7
Consistently highlighted as excellent: superb position, direct views over Isola Bella, close to beach and central for Taormina — the hotel's main attraction.
Room Quality
6.2
Rooms described as dated and 'run down' with antiquated furnishings; many guests report very small/exiguous bathrooms, shower issues and some uncomfortable beds — below expectations for higher-tier hotels.
Amenities
8.1
Pool and proximity to the beach are positives and mentioned several times; however, few in-room amenities, no room- or poolside service and limited parking reduce the amenities score slightly.
Value for Money
6.6
Several guests felt the price was high for the hotel's condition (one stating it felt like a two-star for price), so value is somewhat low despite the excellent location and views.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Breakfast receives frequent praise (described as copious and pleasant by multiple guests), though a few noted limited local products or average quality; overall F&B is viewed positively.
Overall Experience
8
Overall a positive stay driven by outstanding location and helpful staff, tempered by dated rooms, small bathrooms and some cleanliness/value concerns — leads to a solid but not exceptional overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:12

Property Description

Picturesque Location:
Isola Bella Hotel is nestled in a picturesque position, overlooking the stunning bay it is named after. Guests can enjoy the proximity to the beach and the convenient cable-way station leading to Taormina's city centre.

Panoramic Swimming Pool:
The hotel boasts a scenic swimming pool area, perfect for unwinding and soaking up the sun while taking in the breathtaking views of the Isola Bella bay.

Charming Rooms with Views:
All rooms at Hotel Isola Bella feature complimentary Wi-Fi, with some offering a spectacular view of the bay from their own private terrace. Wake up to a delicious breakfast served in a hall with expansive windows facing the sea.

Experience the beauty of Isola Bella Hotel firsthand - book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1602 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.4
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 6.2
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 8
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Simona • couple • at
9
Pros:

... ein Parkplatz muss man finden, sonst top 👍

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Iacono • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Theodora • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Helena • solo_traveller • no
7
Hotell med vakker utsikt og hyggelig personale, men litt gamelt og slitt hotell.
Pros:

Utsikten
Hyggelig personale
God service
Rent og ryddig
24 timers åpen resepsjon
At det gikk an å bytte rom underveis i oppholdet

Cons:

Aircondition bråkte
At vi måtte betale tillegg for babyseng
Frokosten kunne vært bedre når vi måtte betale for den.
Vi ble belastet for flere bestillinger enn det vi hadde gjort i baren.
Litt slitte hotellrom.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Gatto • couple • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Suzy • couple • ie
7
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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María Alejandra • solo_traveller • ar
6
MALA
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Me pusieron en una habitación con humedad y yo soy asmatica, no me cambiaron a otra que no tuviera humedad, asi que esa noche fue muy mala. Me cambiaron recien al otro dia.
Los que trabajan alli, solo uno era amable, el resto ni te ayudaban con la maleta , muy poco caballeros. El hotel no esta en condiciones como en las fotos que muestra, le falta maNtenimiento .

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • de
3
Nie wieder!!!!
Pros:

Lage und Aussicht top. Es war sauber

Cons:

Ich kann die vorherigen Bewertungen nicht nachvollziehen. Das Hotel ist alt und extrem abgewohnt. Wir haben €185 pro Nacht gezahlt und das waren €150 zuviel. Alles war defekt. Keine Fliese war unbeschädigt und die Badamaturen waren schwarz weil kein Chrom mehr vorhanden war. Und es war extrem laut. Hauptstrasse und Zuggleise vorm Fenster.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Très belle établissement face a la crique d’isola Bella! Belle piscine propre avec bain de soleil. Vue exceptionnelle sur la mer.

Cons:

Décoration un peu vieillissante mériterait un petit rafraîchissement

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • au
9
Location was great, staff were wonderful and always very happy to help!
Pros:

Location and views

Cons:

Hotel needs an update!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • nz
9
About what we expected. Staff were very helpful.
Pros:

Location was handy to everything we wanted

Cons:

Narrow shower

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ermelinda • couple • ar
9
Excelente atencion
Pros:

Todo

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ines • couple • es
9
Super bien!!
Pros:

Personal majisimo Y uñas Hostals incredibles a la Isola Bella

Cons:

Todo genial

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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benedetta • couple • it
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Bisanti • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
8
Lovely stay in Isola Bella , great location , older hotel but expected that for the price
Pros:

Great location with stunning view over Isola Bella, very helpful staff , good value 10 euro breakfast, good price for area

Cons:

Tired , beds and pillows uncomfortable, small shower

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Ken • extended_group • gb
8
Good sea views from the room and good price!
Pros:

The location is excellent with good sea views from our room. Wide selection of foods for breakfast, and good value for money!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Elanur • solo_traveller • tr
8
Pros:

Konum olanaklar ve çalışanlar

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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JAN • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee