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Excelsior Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
In the heart of Catania, Excelsior Palace Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace and poolside bar. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool or explore nearby Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo. With free in-room WiFi, two coffee shops/cafes, international cuisine options at on-site restaurants, guests have praised this hotel for its helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach cabanas
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • In-room childcare

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Greek Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 64 min drive
  • Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 129 min drive
  • Fiumefreddo Station - 15 min drive
  • Alcantara Station - 20 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 23 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Niclodi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Andromaco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Chiostro - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Excelsior Palace Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you only steps from Corso Umberto. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Excelsior Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Belle Époque hotel also features a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 10 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site valet parking (EUR 15 per day)
    • On-site parking is limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Train station pickup*
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Off-site

    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping centre shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre (151 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1904
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Excelsior Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Panoramic Restaurant – This poolside restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: EUR 150
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old)

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

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Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina
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Frequently asked questions

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Excelsior Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 15 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 140 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Excelsior Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, hiking and mountain biking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include beach cabanas and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Excelsior Palace Hotel like?

Excelsior Palace Hotel is in Taormina City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Corso Umberto and 13 minutes' walk from Taormina Cable Car.

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Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The pool area is beautiful, clean, and offers stunning views with comfortable loungers. (12 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet was generous, delicious, and had many options. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Had the most amazing stay in Taormina, the hotel was not only conveniently located, but it was very friendly and lazing by the pool is a must!
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Has to be one of the most outstanding hotels I’ve ever stayed at the grounds our palatial and the service is second to none we’ve extended our stay twice so far
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property the grounds are like a park with top not service
Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The landscaping is beautiful and the view is spectacular! The staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. Highly recommended.
Lynn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Foi espetacular! E gosto muito do Excelsior👏👏👏👏
SIMONE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Excelente hotel. Fundado em 1904. Lindo ! Área de lazer e café da manhã excelentes. Time de recepção perfeito ! Parabéns!
Vista da piscina
Almoço na piscina
Café da manhã
Carlos Henrique, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beleza de 1904

Hotel de 1904 ! Extremamente conservado ! Tudo belo !!
Carlos Henrique, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with old-world glamour.
Anna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice facility. Comfortable. Good food
Howard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bedårande utsikt o ett lugn på hotellområdet. Fantastiskt poolområde. Frukosten inledningsvis lätt att uppfatta som lite ’klen’ men med nyfikenhet på det italienska växte frukosten för varje morgon. Ricottaost, färska grönsaker, frukt, salami o olika ostar. Ett gediget kakbord med italienska kakor i stort utbud. Saknade god espresso men tog det på poolområdet istället senare mot avgift. Hotellet fixade dur transfer sedan till flygplatsen men det tyckte dottern var spännande när chauffören hade kostym o fin bil.
Ulrika, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel very centrally located and very easy to walk to centre of town. Room was perfect and very spacious and comfortable with a small balcony looking out to sea and Etna on the side of the hotel. Fabulous large swimming pool and although a short stroll down several steps it’s a stunning walk and beautiful views from the loungers.Breakfast was amazing and lovely room to eat in with lots of space to get s good table. All staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend wholeheartedly.
Sue, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing stay. Very friendly attentive staff. We loved the lounge with the art nouveau style. Wonderful location to watch sun set w a view of Mt Etna.
Brigitte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old school charm and service! Amazing views! My wife and I loved it!
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location
Xian xuan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning We nearly never booked this hotel based on some reviews and the pics made it look a little dated. I’m so glad we did. It’s not dated, it’s classic, it’s grand and magical. The grounds to the pool are stunning, the pool makes you feel you are chilling by a millionaires house, not a hotel. The location couldn’t be better, everything is close by and walkable. We didn’t even go to the beach, as the pool was too nice to leave.
Katina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Taoremina - Sicilian Damond

Excellent historical hotel in the hart of the old town of Taoremina! Best Etna view from the hotel rooms.
Wojciech, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location!

Wonderful hotel ans excellent staff. So friendly. The breakfast was amazing.
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Generally nice property
Jan, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ett riktigt bra hotell ett stenkast från citykärnan med stor pool, fina rum och bra service. Magisk utsikt! Lunchen vid poolen är bra, men hotell frukosten var en liten besvikelse då vi tyckte utbudet var lite sisådär. Poolområdet är fantastiskt, bra utsikt, fin bar, bra restaurang och fina toaletter och utomhusduschar. Tyvärr var det väldigt mycket getingar under luncherna som stör när man ska äta. Men vi är väldigt nöjda overall, och kan starkt rekommendera detta hotell för boende i Taormina.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful hotel with old world charm… A perfect setting for a beautiful place!
Susan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Could not wish for a better location - and amazing views of the coastline and mount Etna. The grounds are beauty. Be prepared the hotel is old and not your standard 4 star hotel.
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View from hotel pool
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Hotel bar
helen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Atendimento 10 Localizacao 10 Conforto 7 ( poderia ter lençois e travesseiros maos confortaveis e ja 4 travesseiros na cama Entretenimento - Poderia ter TV maior e sendo smart tv com. Possibilidade de colocar netflix/you tube - poderia ter hidromassagem ao ar livre travesseiros e ededron na cama)
vanessa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very much from the turn of last centuries was preserved in the ambiance of rooms and bar and dining room Breakfast was a real treat with oranges freshly pressed to my liking and notably Fabio was so helpful - tante grazie
Maximilian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, beautiful property with pool
Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic hotel situated at the entrance of Taormina !
Davide, 1-night trip