Hotel Villa Esperia

Hotels
8.1 (315 reviews)
Via Nazionale 244 , Taormina , it

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Nice view
Cons:
Poor breakfast
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Multiple complaints about maintenance and cleanliness issues were noted in several reviews.
Service
8.85
Friendly staff were mentioned positively, although some issues were raised.
Location
9.35
Good location with easy access to transportation and attractions was highlighted.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms needed maintenance and had comfort issues based on guest feedback.
Amenities
8.35
The pool and facilities received positive mentions, despite parking fees.
Value for Money
7.85
Concerns about breakfast quality and overall price-value relationship were expressed.
Food and Beverage
6.85
Frequently mentioned poor breakfast quality and selection.
Overall Experience
8.35
Most guests had a positive experience but noted several areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 15:54

Property Description

Panoramic Views and Convenient Location

Hotel Villa Esperia offers stunning views of Mazzarò Bay and provides easy access to Taormina's historic centre via nearby cable cars. The hotel's terrace and outdoor pool also offer panoramic sea views, creating a picturesque setting for guests to relax and unwind.

Elegant Rooms and Dining Options

The spacious and well-decorated rooms at Villa Esperia, some with balconies overlooking the Ionian Sea, provide a comfortable retreat. Guests can enjoy Sicilian specialties at the restaurant's terrace, as well as drinks at the poolside and lobby bar. The option of Italian, Continental, or American breakfast caters to diverse preferences.

Relaxation and Culinary Delights

In addition to the private beach discounts, guests can relax in the lounge or by the pool, immersing themselves in the serene atmosphere. The culinary offerings at the hotel ensure a delightful dining experience, enhancing the overall stay at Hotel Villa Esperia.

Experience a perfect blend of relaxation and luxury at Hotel Villa Esperia. Book now to enjoy a memorable stay by the beautiful Mazzarò Bay.

Important information:

Please specify in the comments note if you wish to book the half-board option also for the guest staying in the extra bed.When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children from 4 years old to 11 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 50 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

8.1
Based on 315 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 6.85
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Amanda solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent hotel
Pros:

Claudia and all the staff made our birthday celebrations wonderful exceptionally amazing this hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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kees solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

De locatie is echt heel goed, dichtbij de bus en gondel naar Taormina. En op loopafstqbd van het strand.
Het personeel was ook heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam.
Kamers waren goed schoon.

Cons:

Het ontbijt en de eetzaal was niet echt een mooie gezellige ruimte .

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
H
Heather couple gb
9
Run by a lovely caring family and surrounded by the most beautiful views
Pros:

Location and pool

Cons:

Better varied breakfast and lunch menu

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Zita couple hu
9
Összeségében meg voltunk elégedve
Pros:

Nagyon jo az elhelyezkedése

Cons:

A reggeli lehetne változatosabb

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
W
Winifer couple us
7
Pros:

Villa Esperia was a wonderful place to stay. I loved the location—it was convenient and made exploring the area so easy. The view from the pool was absolutely stunning, offering the perfect setting to relax and take in the beauty of Taormina. Breakfast was another highlight, with a wide variety of fresh and delicious options to choose from each morning. The staff was welcoming, and the overall experience was peaceful and enjoyable. I would happily stay here again.

Cons:

While I enjoyed my stay overall, there were a few disappointments that future guests should be aware of. I was surprised that pool towels were not included and had to be rented separately just to use the pool. The room also felt a bit outdated, and the bathroom could use some improvements. During every shower, the bathtub would fill with water due to slow drainage, and water would easily leak onto the bathroom floor.

Another thing to keep in mind is that parking is **not included** with your reservation and requires an additional fee. While I didn't mind paying for parking, I wish this had been made clear before my arrival rather than at check-in.

I also needed to iron some clothes, but the hotel does not provide an iron or ironing board for guests. Instead, you must use their paid ironing service. Every other hotel I stayed at during my trip offered an iron or ironing facilities, so this was an unexpected inconvenience.

Despite these drawbacks, the hotel's excellent location, spectacular views from the pool area, and outstanding breakfast made the stay enjoyable overall.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
M
Michelle Russell solo_traveller au
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
C
czerwiński family_with_children pl
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
M
Mohammad couple it
10
Awesome
Pros:

Great hotel overall. The pool is well maintained, and it is perfect for relaxing at the pool, there are many places also so it does not get congested. All the staff were wonderful and the hotel location is great, facing the sea.
The breakfast is good and varied. We had the upgraded room with terrace and it was all worth it.

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
M
Monique couple au
10
Beautiful relaxing hotel
Pros:

Great location, very friendly helpful staff, loved the balcony with sun lounges

Cons:

I liked it all

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
G
Gennaro couple it
7
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
N
Nigel Deutrom solo_traveller gb
6
Lovely location, let down by small issues
Pros:

Great location. Pool and staff very welcoming and friendly

Cons:

Someone's old pasta left in fridge which had gone mouldy.

Breakfast limited

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
M
Maria Cruz couple uy
8
Excelente ubicacion en taormina
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, cerca de las playas a pie y al lado del funicular, que te lleva en 5 minutos al centro de taormina y sale cada 15 minutos.
La atencion en recepción fue muy buena.
Las instalaciones y desayuno correcto/básico

Cons:

Es imposible aparcar el auto en la calle. El estacionamiento de hotel sale €25 el dia.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
A
Andreas family_with_children se
9
Pros:

Staff was very kind!

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
E
erika couple gb
6
Not what we expected for a 4 star
Pros:

Staff was friendly
But we are still waiting for an answer regarding a urgent matter

Cons:

Location was good
Look more a 3 start hotel than 4

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
R
Rob family_with_children gb
9
Restful and Well Looked After Holiday
Pros:

Villa Esperia is superbly located for a stay in Taormina. It is a short walk to the centre of the lower parts of the town with a wide selection of bars, restaurants and some small shops. It is also very close to the cable car taking you to the main town with its very chic shopping and even more varied bars and restaurants. The hotel is very comfortable, well appointed and meticulously clean. The staff are very friendly, endlessly helpful and speak much better English than my useless Italian. The pool is terrific with splendid views over the Bay. The Hotel's private beach is some 2Km away and is served by a regular shuttle bus. It has good facilities including a good restaurant. It costs 16 Euros a day per person

Cons:

Nothing to do with the hotel but visitors need to be aware that the hotels around Isola Bella are situated on cliffs well above the beaches - some stamina is required to walk up and down!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
P
Potito couple it
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
M
Marco couple it
7
Bella posizione, soprattutto per la comodità di avere la funivia a 200m.
Pros:

Posizione, accoglienza

Cons:

Bagno, stanza e colazione

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Jose Juan couple es
7
Agradable y muy bien ubicado
Pros:

Creo que el establecimiento esta un poco antiguo, pero es la tonica en muchos hoteles de la zona. La habitación estaba reformada, era exterior y de un tamaño bueno, reformada incluso el baño.
Las instalaciones bien asi como el desayuno, mas que suficiente.
El personal muy atento y profesional

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
K
kieran couple gb
8
Pros:

Staff were lovely especially behind the front desk

Cons:

Was a little ran down in the room, specifically the shower and the two single beds to make a double you just end up falling into the middle.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee