Villa Ducale in Taormina 

The hotel Villa Ducale in Taormina is an aristocratic Sicilian Villa of the 19th century, surrounded by a bloomed garden with jasmines and orange blossoms, situated in Taormina panoramic area, only 15 minutes walk to the historic centre (a free shuttle is available) and a wonderful view over Giardini Naxos Bay and the Etna volcano. The property has been entirely refurbished in 2006, and thus has become an exclusive 4-star hotel in Taormina, offering you top-notch services and amenities. The villa, an authentic charming hotel, only features 11 rooms and 6 suites, and offers a modern comfort together with the sensation to live in a real Sicilian house furnished with ancient furnitures, romantic wrought irons, Sicilian luxury fabrics. In the big terrace an appreciate breakfast buffet is served until late morning. In a quiet and relaxing atmosphere you will have several services such as the wine bar with pasta and local specialities, a free Wireless Internet Point, a garden with Jacuzzi for 6 persons, sun-decks, chairs and tables, where guests can read, chat, sip cocktails or simply relax. The strategic position held by the Hotel Villa Ducale, allows it to combine the convenience of being close to the city centre, with the tranquillity of finding yourself away from the bustle of the town. The town centre of Taormina can be reached in about 10/15 minutes on foot, or using the hotel's free bus service or public buses that stop just in front of the Hotel.