Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

Excellent service from all the staff, reception, concierge, in the bar and the restaurant. Lovely view of the bay from our room. Shuttle bus to Taormina very convenient. The hotel is pricey but worth it. We had a small issue with our bar bill which had been charged twice but was quickly sorted without any fuss.

The hotel is in a fantastic location, right next to a beautiful beach with breathtaking views. The service is excellent, and the staff is attentive, making you feel well cared for throughout your stay. While the rooms are a bit dated in style, they are comfortable and clean, and the charm might appeal to those who enjoy a classic look. The stunning views and proximity to the beach more than make up for the old-fashioned decor. Overall, a great stay for beach lovers, and with some updates to the rooms, it could be outstanding.

We stayed at the hotel in September, 2024 for several days. The location, facilities and amenities were first class. The usual daily service was outstanding and better than any other hotel where we stayed which includes several five-star hotels in the United States. There were several individuals at the hotel that provided consistent excellent service above expectation and deserve specific mention. Stefano was the valet at the time. He was always courteous and immediate in his response to our need for our car. When we experienced a difficulty with one of the tires, he took it upon himself to examine the tire and inflate it to the proper level. He did the same with all of the other tires. All of these services were unrequested and not only corrected the problem but alleviated our concerns and made our trip more enjoyable. Juliana greeted us as we entered the hotel and never relented in her sincere concern to assure that our stay was completely enjoyable and to our satisfaction. She was always cheerful, bright and a complete pleasure. Sandy and Roberta worked together at the concierge desk. They were both extraordinary at providing informative, courteous, prompt and complete advice on all matters that we raised. We encountered an incident with returning our rental vehicle and they were both instrumental in helping us resolve the matter. Roberta, the breakfast hostess, was always personable, cheery, poised and courteous. A true pleasure to know. Each of these individuals made us feel like we were the only guests at the hotel. I own and operate a business and would be pleased to have each one of them as an employee. They exemplified all of the characteristics that one would hope to have in the hospitality industry, and, for that matter, in any professional industry. They would be a material reason for us revisiting the hotel even though the hotel stands on its own as an excellent facility worth revisiting for the experience alone.

We had two nights at the hotel that was not enough. Our room was stunning and the service from all members of staff was exemplary. The. Beach Club is excellent but frustratingly you lose the sun about 3pm so use early. The water off the beach is crystal clear and perfectly calm for swimming. The main restaurant has a magnificent location and the food was excellent.

This is a stunning hotel just a short distance by either complementary shuttle van or cable car up to the main town of Taormina. I'm so glad we stayed here and not in the middle of Taormina as we were able to swim in the sea everyday and get away from the hustle and bustle of this very busy and crowded town. The rooms, bars, restaurants, beach, etc are all really beautiful with a great service. The attention to detail is amazing. It's not cheap, but you get what you pay for!

We went there for a very light lunch, because we had reservations at a Michelin starred restaurant for dinner. We sat on the terrace and had tartare three ways - prawn, white fish and tuna - plus beef carpaccio, followed by cannoli and ice cream. Everything was absolutely perfect, and the quality of the ingredients was extraordinary. Some Etna rose, and service from lovely Lydia, made a memorable lunch. It is going to be difficult for the Michelin starred place to compete.

Wonderful paradise resort. Beautiful everything- beach,rooms, views, restaurants,bars,gym. Gorgeous flowers everywhere! Walking around you are happy and peaceful here! Its expensive but top quality. And the staff is truly wonderful,they absolutely make the experience! 6 stars from me!

Absolutely stunning! If you want a beach front hotel in Taormina then you cannot find a better place. If you prefer to stay in the heart of the town then Timeo is equally great!