Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo, Taormina
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“The first hotel in Taormina, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo still dazzles guests with views and history that have been here for more than a century. The hotel overlooks the terra-cotta rooftops of the medieval village and, beyond that, the coast toward Mount Etna.”
“For nearly 150 years, Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel has reigned from its beautiful perch in Taormina, on Sicily’s eastern coast. As one of the original stops on the Grand Tour and the first hotel in the city, the Timeo infuses history with resplendent style. The result: a Slim Aarons dream for the 21st century.”
“The luxurious Timeo, set in one of Sicily’s prettiest towns, not only offers exceptional services and facilities, but also one of the best views in Italy, straight onto Europe’s largest active volcano. Use of the beach facilities at sister hotel the Sant’Andrea is the icing on the cake.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Swimming pool
- Comfortable beds
- Sea views
- Garden
All you need to know
Situated in the scenic locale of Taormina, on Sicily’s eastern shoreline, the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo is tucked on a slope beneath a historical Greek Amphitheatre. Its privileged position offers breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea and an unparalleled perspective of Mount Etna.
Since 1873, the Grand Hotel Timeo has been a prominent landmark in Sicily, hosting renowned aristocrats including Oscar Wilde and DH Lawrence throughout its rich history.
Following a recent refurbishment, the hotel now provides a tranquil haven just a stone’s throw from the lively town of Taormina. Guests can unwind in the hotel’s peaceful private gardens, spanning six acres, or visit the private beach of its sister hotel, Villa Sant’Andrea, located in the charming Bay of Mazzaro.
The hotel’s guest quarters are tastefully designed in a traditional style, featuring majestic windows that span from floor to ceiling, vintage decor, and bath areas detailed with marble. Every room is further enhanced with a personal balcony or patio, offering breathtaking vistas of the bay underneath.
Situated on the sun-drenched island of Sicily, this hotel is an idyllic spot for an Italian getaway. It boasts a delightful heated swimming pool, a state-of-the-art gym, and the superb restaurant, Il Dito e la Luna which serves authentic Sicilian dishes. Nestled in the hills of Taormina, the Grand Hotel Timeo represents the epitome of a sanctuary.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
7 January 2024
Exceptional
location and staff
lack of activities for the winter period
6 October 2023
We had a wonderful time, taormina is beautiful, hotel is 5 stars
Beautiful views, great food, great location
Villa flora is a separate building with no views
Our room backed into the mountain
29 September 2023
FANTASTIC
WE LOVED THIS HOTEL. LOCATION, FABULOUS GARDENS, AMAZING FOOD, GREAT STAFF-ALL FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. WISH WE WERE STILL THERE! WE FOUND IT A BIT DIFFICULT TO FIND THE ENTRANCE BUT THAT MAY HAVE BEEN GOOGLE MAPS AGAIN AS WE FOUND IT TAKES YOU THROUGH ALL THE NARROW STREETS IN ALL THE CITIES IN SICILY.
NOTHING!
22 September 2023
Perfection. A dream.
The staff were incredible and the level of service was unmatched. I can not fault this place, we are coming every time we’re in Italy!
Absolutely nothing.
16 September 2023
The staff was amazing front desk, bar, wait staff, concierge. And the 24 staff in the Flora Villa building. Sorry I don’
The property was very beautiful and the views amazing. This property is very peaceful and like home.
The bees at breakfast. This was the only thing I didn’t like. Maybe burning candles or cedar would help?
No bees at dinner which was great.
11 September 2023
Beautiful luxury stay at the top of Taormina.
Perfect location. Great view from gym. Stunning property with amazing balcony lounge area.
Very slow and confused service in bar and restaurant.
8 September 2023
One of the world’s best hotels — from staff to facilities to location.
Everything!
* Impeccable service - kind, welcoming, professional. * Stellar food - breakfast and poolside.
* The view of Etna from the room and balcony was unbelievably
After decades of travel in all levels of hotel, this was my best hotel experience ever.
11 August 2023
The Belmond hotel is stunning with exceptional customer service. I will be back Im sure.
I loved this hotel so much. They take customer experience to the next level. The property is gorgeous and the views at Aperetivo hour on the terrace are breathtaking. Loved every minute.
We had a small issue with booking restaurants with concierge so we were left with no booking for 2 nights. There was no follow up with us to keep us updated on bookings.
8 August 2023
A perfect vacation
Idyllic stay. Wonderful staff, perfect location and gorgeous facilities. Truly, could not have been better.
7 August 2023
Simpatetic stuff
Everything was excellent
Nothing
4 July 2023
A fabulous family holiday - we loved it 😊
Great views, beautiful rooms.
The service was excellent.
The gardens are amazing, pool so relaxing.
And so close to shopping and the Greek theatre.
We took the shuttle to the beach on 2 days and it was amazing.
The bathroom lights were very bright and could not be dimmed
29 June 2023
Exceptional
Magnificant
24 June 2023
We had a wonderful stay.
It was really beautiful and service was excellent, staff is really helpful.
21 June 2023
Magical area and hotel experience, staff knows you by name
Restaurants were amazing, staff was on point we can’t wait to go back
Fixtures in room were a bit old and warn
20 June 2023
EXCELLENT
WONDERFUL!!! Everyone was so friendly and kind, that we wanted to stay there forever!!!
That I had to go :(
14 May 2023
We felt like living in a fairytale for our stay here. It was the most relaxing and romantic stay of our life and we felt
The beauty and location of this hotel is beyond words. We felt like we were living in a dream. The hotel has this old time charm with the most
incredible gardens, views of the bay and Etna. You will never want to leave. We are the most incredible food our our lives at this hotel at both restaurants, and ended eating there multiple times. The Otto Legeng Michelin star restaurant was out of this world and the best Michelin food we ever ate across the world.
The bathroom of our room were a little dated considering the caliper of the hotel and the nightly rate, however the extensive and absolutely enhancing hotel common spaces made up for it. We did not spend much time in our room at all.
15 December 2022
unforgettable
the structure but especially the staff
The connecting door of our room, we were being woken up early in the morning by the guests of the next room.
11 December 2022
perfect stay
Perfect hotel they are one of the best
nothing
10 December 2022
Exceptional
everything!!! the hotel is this gem in Taormina! A Italian fairytale!
only downpoint was the fact that pool wasn't open
8 December 2022
fantastic stay
this hotel one of best hotel that I stay in very clean very good staff is very very nice and cooperatives it is really fantastic hotel
hotel restaurant is very very nice and clean and lot of nice food you can find plus very long list of wine from Italy
it is one of my best stay in Italy and thank you to all hotel staff .
just short 😞you can stay 1 month
6 December 2022
Spectacular hotel in a fabulous setting.
amazing views
awesome staff
excellent facilities
nothing
15 September 2022
lifetime experience one of my best
absolutely everything. there is simply nothing to not like.
that I can’t come back sooner.
18 August 2022
spectacular! will come back
amazing breakfast, beautiful view, and nice to be able to have access to the beach with villa Sant’Andrea
not much to say.
15 August 2022
Superb
Amazing hotel. Fantastic location. Immaculate grounds. Unbeatable views. Staff were brilliant. Access to the sister hotel on the beach is an added bonus.
Bathrooms are small - showers in the baths are on the low side and don’t extend far enough into the bath - a couple of slips and near accidents. Accidentally overcharged for the room on check out but this was quickly resolved.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (free)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Grocery deliveries (additional charge)
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Fishing (additional charge)
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Windsurfing (additional charge)
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Hiking (additional charge)
- - Cycling
- - Hammam
- - Diving (additional charge)
- - Horse riding (additional charge)
- - Snorkelling (additional charge)
- - Private beach area
- - Open-air bath
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair cut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Light therapy
- - Spa facilities
- - Foot bath
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Beach
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Picnic area
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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