Hotel Villa Ducale

Taormina, Italy

All guests must be aged 6 or over. When making a reservation, please include any guests aged 6 or over within the number of adults.

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.

Relax in the hotel's serene gardens 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 – or the panoramic terrace. Here, afternoons are made for coffee and cake, while cocktail hour is at 6pm. Nibble complimentary canapés, clink glasses and say ‘salute’ as the sun goes down and candlelit tables pop up for dinner. Chef Santina inherited her grandmother’s passion for cooking, and her delicious cuisine celebrates local, organic ingredients.

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The ancient ‘Greek Theatre’. The picture-perfect public gardens. Taormina is brimming with historical sites and contemporary charm – and Villa Ducale is close to it all. Hop on board the hotel’s shuttle into the town 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 |

4.6 /5

192 reviews

Country House Hotel

Our Hotel

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
Superior Room
Superior Bathroom

Superior Room

Sleeps 2

Double

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Top Superior Room
Top Superior Room
Top Superior Bathroom

Top Superior Room

Sleeps 2

King

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Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Design Deluxe Bathroom

Design Deluxe

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King

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Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Sleeps 3

King

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Villa Ducale - Roof Top
Rooftop Junior Suite
Rooftop Junior Suite
Rooftop Junior Suite

Roof Top

Sleeps 2

King

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Private Design Suite
Private Design Suite

Private Design Suite

Sleeps 4

King

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Design Suite
Design Suite
Design Suite
Design Suite

Design Suite

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Ratings

Quality Assured

Mystery Inspected

Global Rating

4.6 /5

4.6

192 reviews

INVITED Rating

5 /5

5

9 reviews

5 /5

5

2646 reviews

INVITED Reviews

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel

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

Hotel Villa Ducale, Italy

5

(based on 9 reviews)

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel

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 service

Restaurant

Free parking

Air conditioning

All Hotel Features and Services

Bell staff/porter
Concierge desk
Free parking
Valet parking
Wedding services
24-hour security
Air conditioning
Bar
Full service housekeeping

All Hotel Features and Services

Bell staff/porter
Concierge desk
Free 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

At breakfast, you’ll find terrace tables piled with Sicilian cakes and crisp cannoli, fresh fruit and Etna honey, delicious cheeses and local salami. Lunches are light but full of flavour. Every afternoon, Villa Ducale invites you to put your feet up with homemade biscuits and cakes – plus fine Italian coffee or tea. At sunset, the hospitality continues with cocktails and canapés. For dinner, devour Sicilian specialities by candlelight.

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

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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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