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Excelsior Palace Hotel

Property class: 4
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Place, Corso Umberto
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Porta di Catania
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden nightstand, and a door leading to another room.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a chair.

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a green desk lamp, a wooden dresser, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape and a clear sky.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, and a view of the outside.

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a window with curtains, and a balcony view.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Taormina

Central Taormina getaway .With a stay at this Taormina City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Porta di Catania. Piazza del Duomo is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Church of San Domenico - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Piazza IX April - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Wunderbar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cisterna Del Moro Taormina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Metropole - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano
There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 151 square feet (14 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Excelsior Palace Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Taormina hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • 151 sq ft of conference space
  • 14 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1904
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Excelsior Palace Hotel offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 19 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Weight limit: 22 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 150
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old)
  • 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 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Excelsior Palace Hotel to the airport?

Excelsior Palace Hotel is 50.2 mi (129-min drive) away from the Strait of Messina Airport (REG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excelsior Palace Hotel on Nov 2, 2026 start from $184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Excelsior Palace Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 140 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Excelsior Palace Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3 mi (16-min drive) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 3.1 mi (15-min drive) from Isola Bella. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Excelsior Palace Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 19 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a pool?

Excelsior Palace Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a poolside location, and garden views.

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Excelsior Palace Hotel to downtown Taormina?

Excelsior Palace Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Taormina.

Excelsior Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 406 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was great in general. Great location, good breakfast and good enough hotel in general for what you’re paying for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super nice and helpful. The room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a comfortable stay at Excelsior Palace Hotel. The pool was fantastic and a real highlight of the property. The location was also very convenient, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Overall, a pleasant experience and a good choice for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Decor might feel outdated but room was clean with renovated washroom. Outdoor pool was amazing with breathtaking view of Etna mountain and the sea. Breakfast buffet was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool terrace and gardens are wonderful the staff were incredibly welcoming. The food at the restaurant was outstanding. We will be back and will recommend the hotel to others. GRAZIE
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel Gardens and pool very good views for hotel were fantastic. Hotel it self is very tied and in need of reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view and amazing swimming pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very helpful staff, spacious clean rooms and great location with fantastic views
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is magnificent location and the rooms were spacious and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the place is excellent. Beautiful hotel with gorgeous views. Highly recommend.
View of Etna from room. Like a painting. Gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel at the perfect location just at the start of town. Also close to the main public parking. Definitely dated and needs a refresh but overall all comfortable and cle
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent location with wonderful views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel with old world charm… A perfect setting for a beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelsior Palace gets 5⭐️! Everything was perfect! Great amenities and location, wonderful staff and great food. One night the neighbors above me were very disruptive at night. The staff was very efficient at shutting it down and I got a good night sleep! I will go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel and within easy reach of Taormina. Great views of both the town and Mount Etna.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, beautiful property with pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel situated at the entrance of Taormina !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with old-world glamour.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The garden and pool area are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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