Excelsior Palace Hotel
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About this property
Excelsior Palace Hotel is a Moorish-style building, 10 minutes' walk from the Greek Amphiteatre. It offers free WiFi throughout and an outdoor pool with panoramic views of Mount Etna and the hillside village of Castelmola. Each room at Excelsior Palace Hotel has elegant wood furnishings and parquet floors. They feature air conditioning, satellite TV, and some have a balcony with sea views. The hotel’s restaurant specializes in international favorites and Mediterranean cuisine. The buffet breakfast includes pastries, fresh fruit, eggs and traditional Italian coffee, it can be served directly into your room on request. Excelsior Palace has a central inland location in Taormina, with views of the Ionian Sea. It is a 5-minute drive from Taormina exit of the A18 motorway and 1.2 mi from Taormina Station.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Spa
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cassandra
United States“Loved location. Pool is beautiful, but difficult to get to. There are so many bees that it makes it really awful to be there. I got bit by an aggressive bee and so did my friend. These of those aggressive peas that are traveling from South Africa...” - Guy United States“Good location with amazing Etna views. V Agatha Christie hotel with tons of character. And the most amazing gardens and pool. Real old world glamour.”
Kevin United States“Location and accommodation’s were excellent, especially the gardens and pool.”
Marjorie United States“The best things about this hotel are: the location, the architecture & the beautiful pool area surrounded by gardens with the view of the whole coast of Taormina!!”- Robert United States“Loved everything. Location at one end of town is positioned perfectly with bomb views of Mt. Etna, Giardini Naxos and coastline and Castelmola. Ample property with gardens, peace and quiet, nature and lovely pool area. Clean and comfortable room...”
- Mona United States“Excellent location, very clean, beautiful surroundings, indoor lounge area was comfortable and impressive.”
- Mark
Israel“1. Hotel itself. Very impressive, from every point of view. 2. Location. Just 1 minute from the Catania Gate. 3. Wonderful stuff. 4. Big clean room, with great view.” - Robert United States“Not a “white lotus” experience Rather a “great gatsby” experience. Dated but rich in classic detail. Perfect location. Beautiful gardens. Great breakfast.”
- Steffen
Australia“Location, close to everything. They are on the South Entrance of the Village so on the opposite side of the amphi theatre. But a great walk through the village. Valet Parking, easy” 
Roya
Netherlands“The staff was amazing, very friendly and supportive. The location was wonderful, in one min you can be in the town. Exceptional breakfast was offered every day. It’s a perfect mixture of luxury and comfort service. Whether you’re looking for a...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Gattopardo
- CuisineItalian
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
- Area Colazione
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
License number: 19083097A201090, IT083097A1EVEV4NDS
