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Hotel Villa Ducale

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Between Mount Etna and the Mediterranean Sea, a home away from home overlooking Taormina

Situated in an elevated position above Taormina, life in Hotel Villa Ducale revolves around its stunning terrace. From here you can enjoy the most wonderful views across the Taormina coastline and Mount Etna and relax over a gorgeous Sicilian buffet breakfast, created daily with only the freshest of produce. This romantic retreat blends authentic charm with modern designer style and staff who make every stay extra special.

Dive into the sparkling waters of the hotel’s swimming pool, or head out to one of the quiet beaches nearby. But the views are the feather in this hotel’s cap. Gaze at Giardini Naxos Bay, the Straits of Messina and Mount Etna from your bedroom, the pool – or the panoramic terrace. Here, afternoons are made for coffee and cake, while at cocktail hour you can clink glasses and say ‘salute’ as the sun goes down and candles are lit for dinner. Hotel Villa Ducale’s fine dining restaurant spins traditional Sicilian ingredients into memorable dishes, enjoyed against a backdrop of miles of coastline, or as darkness falls, the moon reflecting on the ocean.

The ancient ‘Greek Theatre’. The picture-perfect public gardens. Taormina is brimming with historical sites and contemporary charm – and Hotel Villa Ducale is close to it all. Hop on board the hotel’s shuttle into the medieval centre one day, and to a quiet beach the next. Then there are boat rides, wine tasting sessions and private cooking lessons to enjoy. The Hotel Villa Ducale team will happily suggest sightseeing hotspots – or fix up a guided tour.


Enjoy your stay!


18 Rooms |  3 Floors |  1 Restaurant | 

4.8 /5

270 reviews

Country

Country House Hotel

Pool

Pool

Fine

Fine Dining

Andrea Quartucci Independent Minds

Independent Minds: Andrea Quartucci

Keeping the heart and soul of these once aristocratic family homes very much alive, Andrea Quartucci has transformed three historic Sicilian villas into elegant escapes for the modern day traveller. Staying in Taormina with the Quartuccis means experiencing the ancient city like a local, from hopping on Andrea’s vintage Vespa to fishing in secret spots on the family boat, guests are given an authentic taste of Sicily.

Our rooms

Superior Room


Sleeps 2
Double
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Deluxe Room


Sleeps 2
King
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Junior Suite


Sleeps 3
King
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Roof Top Junior Suite


Sleeps 2
King
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Villa 21


Sleeps 4
King
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Luxury Design Suite


Sleeps 3
King
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Ratings

Quality Assured

Mystery Inspected

Global Rating

4.8 /5

4.8

270 reviews

INVITED Rating

4.9 /5
5 /5
Tripadvisor score 5.0

5

2751 reviews

INVITED Reviews

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel


5

dreamy luxury

our stay here was amazing, we arrived very late and jet lagged and the entire front desk staff made sure we felt comfortable. the nice gifts of local hand soap and the beautiful straw bag was a nice touch. massimo at the restaurant was hands down the best

By Cheri Aug ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

Wonderful hotel and staff. Fantastic views of Etna. Away from the crowds!

The hotel was everything we had hoped for. Located higher in the hills away from the very busy centre of Taormina, with fantastic views of Etna and the coastline. The restaurant was excellent. As was the food. You have to try the piglet special. All the staff were wonderful (especially Max!). We stayed Read more[SPLIT]Read lessin Villa 21 and it was spacious and private, with those great views and its own little outdoor area. And the free (Mercedes) shuttle service to and from the centre was a great bonus.

By Jonathan Aug ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

Amazing View and exceptional service

seeing Etna erupting meanwhile having dinner was priceless

By AlbertoGustavo Jul ’24 Trip Type Couple


Hotel Villa Ducale, Italy

4.9

(based on 28 reviews)

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel


5

dreamy luxury

our stay here was amazing, we arrived very late and jet lagged and the entire front desk staff made sure we felt comfortable. the nice gifts of local hand soap and the beautiful straw bag was a nice touch. massimo at the restaurant was hands down the best

By Cheri Aug ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

Wonderful hotel and staff. Fantastic views of Etna. Away from the crowds!

The hotel was everything we had hoped for. Located higher in the hills away from the very busy centre of Taormina, with fantastic views of Etna and the coastline. The restaurant was excellent. As was the food. You have to try the piglet special. All the staff were wonderful (especially Max!). We stayed Read more[SPLIT]Read lessin Villa 21 and it was spacious and private, with those great views and its own little outdoor area. And the free (Mercedes) shuttle service to and from the centre was a great bonus.

By Jonathan Aug ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

Amazing View and exceptional service

seeing Etna erupting meanwhile having dinner was priceless

By AlbertoGustavo Jul ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

amazing view. far from the crowded city centrer. good partnership with beach clu

amazing view. good restaurant

By Charles Jul ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

lovely staff, charming hotel, amazing view

Located on top of the city of Taormanina, the charming hotel has great views, friendly staff and excellent food.

By Olivier Jul ’24 Trip Type Business


4

view

the view was breathtaking

By Dalal Jun ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

Peaceful with incredible service and views

The warm hospitality upon arrival and throughout the stay is exquisite. We also especially loved aperitivo on the terrace and breakfast as well.

By Claudia Jun ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

peace and privacy

the staff are very knowledgeable and the location is just perfect

By Philip Jun ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

it was a truly remarkable stay!

we loved the view and the breakfast

By Livia May ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

totally excellent as usual. we had a fantastic time. great room, food , ambianc,

the most fantastic staff, nothing was too much trouble

By David Apr ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

the staff were simply amazing ! so helpful and polite and accommodating

loved the view at breakfast

By Poppy Apr ’24 Trip Type Couple


5

The view, staff and restaurant exceeded our expectations .

The staffs proactive customer service and advice.

By Shayne Oct ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Fantastic View

we enjoyed our room with the stunning views of Taormina

By Lezle Sep ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Fabulous Staff, Amazine View!

From the moment we walked in the door until we left, we were treated like special guests. incredible staff!

By Lauretta Sep ’23 Trip Type Couple


4

Fantastic views, very friendly staff and lovely restaurant

Lovely restaurant with fantastic views over Taormina, great food and really nice wine list.

By Justin Jul ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Fabulous Property

The staff were all superb - very helpful, polite (and remember your name!). The room was wonderful - with spectacular views down to Taormina and of Mount Etna. My suggestions to make things even better: improve the lunch offerings and, at breakfast, keep the hot things hot (eggs etc) and the cold things Read more[SPLIT]Read lesscold (juices, milk and yoghurts) as this was rarely the case.

By Kevin Jun ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Amazing views and wonderful service

Hotel staff make you feel like part of the family. amazing!

By Simon Jun ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

spectacular views

we loved dinner overlooking the town. the staff are so helpful and set up a beach day for our family. thank you Giuliano

By Michelle Jun ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Magnificent and relaxing stay.

Quiet, immaculate and comfortable.Beautiful sunrises and views of Etna. Staff was beyond amazing.

By Kevin Apr ’23 Trip Type Couple


5

Hotel with beautiful position over Taormina

Incredible views from hotel and room. Excellent service from charming staff. Complementary transport to town centre. Good food and wine selection. Only disappointment was size and position of pool. Despite this we would highly recomend this hotel.

By James Aug ’22 Trip Type Couple


5

Beautiful hotel, outstanding service and a truly inspiring view!

We loved Villa Ducale and will certainly go back! It is high on the hill over Taormina with magical views of Mount Etna and the sea. The staff were lovely, arranging a small breakfast for us even with a 630am departure. The food was exquisite, we ended up eating at the hotel much more than planned as Read more[SPLIT]Read lessa result. The bedrooms were lovely too, filled with little details that make such a difference (flip flops, toothpaste and high quality toiletries). If I have anything to criticise (very mildly), it would perhaps that the pool and deck areas might need an upgrade, but really this place is so fantastic I am struggling to find anything to balance the review! I cannot recommend it highly enough.

By Justine Jul ’22 Trip Type Family


5

Amazing views, excellent service but small rooms and difficult location

Our stay was most lovely, by far best breakfast in Italy, knowledgeable staff who have great local restaurants and insights and stunning views. We would stay again, however important to note that our superior /deluxe room was very very small, literally just room for the bed, and while the locations says Read more[SPLIT]Read lessTaormina you are at least a 20 min walk to Taormina, it is closer to Castlemona than Taormina and while the shuttle is great, frequent and easy to use, you are not in the town itself.

By Neil Jul ’22 Trip Type Couple


5

Well placed high above taormina. You need to take the hotel shuttle to the townl

Our villa suite was superb. An apartment actually

By Amit May ’22 Trip Type Friends


5

This hotel is outstanding. The quality of the facility, location and superb staff are too notch.

We were overwhelmed with the views and just as impressed by the hotel staff.

By Ron Apr ’22 Trip Type Couple


5

Unbelievable views from a beautiful location.

The staff was very pleasant and helpful. Very welcoming and beautiful villa. It's a great hike to Castlemola and long but beautiful walk to the centre. The shuttle service was good. Very welcoming stay. Thanks to all the staff for making our stay in Taormina so special.

By Medhavinee Apr ’22 Trip Type Couple


5

Breathtaking views

Everyone was so helpful and friendly. Nice to be able to relax and enjoy such beautiful scenery. Food was delicious!

By Lizabeth Nov ’21 Trip Type Friends


5

Excellence in a cozy,warm Sicilian hospitality

Best views in Taormina are the setting of an exquisite, yet so homey display of everything what an experience away from home should be like. I did not want to leave Hotel Villa Ducale even after 7 days because I felt at home. Focused on delivering the highest quality in everything, the warmth of the Read more[SPLIT]Read lessknowledgeable staff made me want to return for more of the welcoming feel and ambiance, quality of the rooms, attention to detail, a generous breakfast of local foods, fun bar and food menu. The best of everything.

By Ana-Maria Aug ’19 Trip Type Friends


5

All good

All good

By philippe May ’19 Trip Type Couple


3

good service but maintenance is not insufficient

great view, good breakfast, lunch and dinner, good staff

By Hilde Nov ’18 Trip Type Couple


Key Features

Room
Room service
Restaurant
Restaurant
Air
Air conditioning

All Hotel Features and Services

  • Bell staff/porter
  • Concierge desk
  • Parking
  • On-Site parking
  • Valet parking
  • Wedding services
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

All Hotel Features and Services

  • Bell staff/porter
  • Concierge desk
  • Parking
  • On-Site parking
  • Valet parking
  • Wedding services
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Full service housekeeping
  • Security
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Room service
  • Room service - limited hours
  • Pets not allowed

Food And Drinks

Breakfast spots don’t get much better than the sunny terrace at Hotel Villa Ducale, complete with endless views of the Sicilian coastline. Start your day with handmade cannolo, local charcuterie and savoury caponata. Lunch and dinner bring elegant interpretations of classic cuisine such as pasta with sardines, carbonara and the freshest of fresh seafood. Seek respite from the heat of the day, or luxuriate in balmy evenings over flickering candles and glasses of chilled Sicilian rosé.

Villa Ducale

Served Meals: Lunch, Dinner From dawn till dusk the terrace is the main hub of the Villa looking out to the panoramic views of the coast. The speciality is traditional Sicilian cuisine cooked exactly to your taste. Nothing is too much trouble for Chef Santina and her brigade

Location of your stay

Hotel Address

Hotel Villa Ducale

Via Leonardo da Vinci 60

.

Taormina

98039

Italy

Check in:

1400

Check out:

1100

What3words location:

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Where is it?

67 kms to airport Fontanarossa

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