Excelsior Palace Hotel (Taormina, Italy)

The Excelsior Palace is a 4-star property located in the coastal town of Taormina, 5 minutes from the A18 motorway and 2 km from the train station. It offers easy access to such attractions as the Greek Amphitheater, the beaches of Isola Bella, and the Palazzo Corvaja. The hotel was built in 1904 using Moorish architectural features. Accommodations consist of 85 air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Amenities include hair dryer, telephone, free Wi-Fi, TV and mini-bar. Some rooms have balconies. Services and facilities include tour assistance, gardens, a freshwater swimming pool with views of Naxos Bay and Mount Etna, poolside bar and sundeck, reading room, shuttle service, lift, services and facilities for disabled guests, function space for up to 80 people, and business services. Parking is available nearby (fees apply). Onsite dining options include the Charleston restaurant, which features a diverse menu and Italian wines. During the summer season, the Zagara poolside restaurant offers outdoor dining and live music.