Grand Hotel Timeo, Taormina

About Grand Hotel Timeo

The Grand Hotel Timeo dates back to 1873 and the owners have successfully recreated the atmosphere and splendour of a bygone era. Originally a private residence, Taormina's first hotel is surrounded by luxurious parkland filled with olive and cypress trees, magnolias and bougainvillea.

Guest rooms are richly furnished and overlook the sea and Mount Etna, whilst the suites evoke the grandeur of the Sicilian Baroque period. Among them is the Presidential Suite (available on request), embodying a turn-of-the-century aristocratic Sicily complete with a wonderfully large terrace from which you can enjoy those uninterrupted views of Taormina and beyond.

The Grand Hotel Timeo and its terrace looks out over some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the Mediterranean, from the breathtaking Bay of Naxos to Mount Etna and the Greco-Roman amphitheatre. After gazing at a magical Sicilian sunset, head to the hotel's restaurant Il Dito e la Luna and sample some of the Sicilian and Mediterranean gastronomy that is available. In addition, the hotel's swimming pool and Health & Fitness Centre are great places to unwind in after a day's sightseeing in Taormina or another wonderful Sicilian town.

For golfing enthusiasts, the 18-hole Picciolo Golf Club (payable locally) is 16 miles away, and a complimentary minibus service runs to the private beach at Hotel Villa Sant'Andrea.

Accommodation:

Classic Twin rooms are decorated in elegant, pale colours and are located in either the main hotel complex or in the new Villa Flora annex, which is 50m away from the main building and built in a delightful country house. Facilities include a bathtub or shower, air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, hairdryer, safe, Internet access, bathrobes and slippers.

Twin Superior Side Sea View rooms offer a side sea view from the private balcony.

Twin Deluxe Front Sea View rooms offer a panoramic front sea view from a private terrace.

Superior Junior Suites are located in the new Villa Flora. They are set over two floors and have a separate lounge area with sofas, two bathrooms and sea views from the private terrace.

Deluxe Junior Suites enjoy full panoramic sea views from the private balcony.

Suites have a separate bedroom and seating area and a private balcony or terrace with a spectacular view of the sea.

Supplements (from):

Superior Side Sea View & Balcony £7. Deluxe Twin Front Sea View & Terrace £19. Superior Junior Suite Sea View and Balcony £54. Deluxe Junior Suite Sea View and Terrace £73. Suite £107. Half Board £58. Full Board £116.

Dining Guide:

The Timeo Restaurant
Serves mouth-watering seasonal produce and local specialities while offering a spectacular backdrop of Mount Etna and Capo Taormina.

Pool Restaurant
Serving a wide range of light snacks, pizzas, salads and freshly caught fish.

Facilities:

• Restaurant Timeo
• Bar La Zagara
• Lounge
• Swimming pool (normally in use Apr - Oct)
• Fitness and wellness centre (payable locally)
• Beach at Hotel Villa Sant'Andrea (charges are included, normally in use May - Oct)
• Lift
• On-site parking available on request

Information:

The hotel has 72 air-conditioned rooms.
Transfer time from Catania airport: 1 hour.
Child Prices apply to ages 2-11 years.
Rates include buffet breakfast.
Minimum stay 3 nights.
Official Rating 5 Star Deluxe.

About Taormina

Set high on Sicily's Monte Tauro in picturesque natural beauty and commanding breathtaking views over two rugged bays below, Taormina has captured the imagination of great travellers and writers for many decades. It is widely considered the most beautiful town in Sicily with its semi-tropical palms, bougainvillea and orange trees. With its charming pedestrianised streets and small piazzas, it enjoys stunning views of the coast with Mount Etna rising in the distance.