Grand Hotel Timeo – Historic Mount Etna Views in Taormina
Sicily, Italy
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
5-Star Hotel
Taormina’s Grand Hotel Timeo is opposite the Greek Theater and offers panoramic views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. It features an outdoor pool and spa. Rooms are air-conditioned with satellite TV, mini-bar, private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Some have sea or garden views. The hotel serves an American buffet breakfast and offers dining in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
What Guests Loved
The hotel occupies a historic position directly beside the Teatro Antico di Taormina. This proximity offers guests an intimate connection to the town's archaeological heritage, with the ancient ruins visible from the tiered Mediterranean gardens.
The property is oriented to provide clear sightlines of Mount Etna across the Ionian Sea. Whether from private balconies or the communal lounge areas, the volcanic landscape serves as a constant, dramatic backdrop to the stay.
Things to Consider
The Literary Terrace is a sought-after location for sunset cocktails, attracting both hotel guests and external visitors. It is advisable to book a table well in advance to ensure a preferred vantage point during the evening hours.
As a prominent destination in Sicily, rates fluctuate significantly during the summer months. Travelers looking for a more composed atmosphere and better value may find the shoulder seasons of May and October more appropriate for a visit.
The hotel occupies a historic position directly beside the Teatro Antico di Taormina. This proximity offers guests an intimate connection to the town's archaeological heritage, with the ancient ruins visible from the tiered Mediterranean gardens.
The property is oriented to provide clear sightlines of Mount Etna across the Ionian Sea. Whether from private balconies or the communal lounge areas, the volcanic landscape serves as a constant, dramatic backdrop to the stay.
Grand Hotel Timeo, Teatro Greco 59, 98039 Taormina
5-Star Hotel
Sicily, Italy
Free Wifi
Outdoor swimming pool
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Tripplo's Expert Review
Located next to Taormina’s ancient Greek Theater, this nineteenth-century palazzo offers a refined vantage point over the Ionian Coast and Mount Etna. The property combines historical architecture with tiered botanical gardens, making it ideal for travelers who value heritage, fine dining, and classic Sicilian aesthetics.
