There is not a star rating high enough to express how wonderful this hotel is!…read more We were fortunate to stay here for 3 nights on our honeymoon in October of 2022. The building and the setting are absolutely beautiful. We had a room with a balcony that offered incredible views of Mt Etna, the sea, and the amphitheater. The rooms are exceptionally appointed. Ours had a large walk-in closet, a sitting room area equipped with TV and mini bar (plus Nespresso machine), a beautiful bedroom and a very large bathroom. I think the biggest highlight of this room was the balcony, where we took our breakfast every morning. The staff at Timeo seem to be highly committed to creating an experience of excellence for guests. Every morning for breakfast, a butler or two would come to our room, set up a beautiful table on the patio for us and provide all the food we ordered (which, by the way, was included in our room rate and did NOT cost extra! It almost seemed too good to be true.) You want scrambled eggs for breakfast? Done. A plate of prosciutto? No problem. A basket of pastries and a big glass of lemon granita? Done and done. I don't think any breakfast will ever top the ones we had here. We originally had reserved a table at Otto Geleng, but decided upon arrival that we'd rather have a more relaxed (and admittedly, cheaper) meal at Timeo's other restaurant. I would love to experience Otto Geleng in the future, but we have no regrets about the choice we made at the time. The restaurant is beautifully situated on a patio overlooking the town, the volcano, and the sea. You could not have a more romantic setting! The food and service was exceptional. I recall having a lobster pasta that was prepared tableside for me, and some very excellent Sicilian wine. A few additional touches that really put this place over the top for me: slippers and robes included in the rooms; turndown service; the Acqua di Parma bath products; the comfortable lounge chairs on our patio; the beautiful gardens; the beautiful, historic architecture; did I mention the breakfast???

Review is for Ristorante Timeo. Views were great but we got there too late to see the sunset…read more Admittedly, I knew the food was going to be subpar relative to how expensive it is. We went for views, not food. However, since it was too dark to see shit, we focused on the food and... well... it was subpar for what we paid. So there's that.

The hotel is close enough to the main parts of the city so you can walk. The surrounding properties…read moredo not look so good but the hotel is very nice. The staff was great and the room was very clean and nice. The sliding door lock was broke and the staff fixed it in the first hour. The tv is way too small 15 inches I think. The rooms don't have much of a view due to the surrounding properties. But the rooftop "garden" has a great view. We didn't try the restaurant. As you drive to the hotel you pass through a beach parking area/facility where in this case there was a mountain of garbage on the side that you had to see each time you pass and there was an abandonded building that detracts from the hotel's otherwise great image and location in the city.

The hotel is in a very good location especially if you plan to take a bus or a ferry the next day…read more Rooms are comfortable and clean. The breakfast is awesome for those that are used to mediterranean breakfast. They have diverse cakes and pastries. I would have preferred a better price but the region is overpriced anyways.

From the owner: L'Hotel La Bussola situato nella baia di levante di Milazzo dispone di una posizione geografica…read moreprivilegiata per la vicinanza con il porto, L'albergo è il centro nevralgico per i collegamenti con isole eolie. Hotel recentemente ristrutturato dispone di 26 camere dotate di ogni comfort, di un lounge bar, un'ampia sala congressi, di un garage. E' a disposizione la tecnologia Wireless in tutte le camere, e nel centro congressi. Il Ristorante "Sofia's Bistrot" è situato in un grande loft all'interno dell'Hotel ed è altresì accessibile, con un ingresso indipendente, agli Ospiti non alloggiati. Offre soluzioni complete e personalizzate per l'organizzazione degli eventi più importanti, ed è in grado con i propri servizi, caratterizzati sempre da qualità ed efficienza, di rispondere alle esigenze sia di privati che di aziende o gruppi.

Absolutely stunning location, beautiful breakfast. Plenty of spaces beautifully decorated. We…read morestayed in the Rock Suites, worth every Penny. Special staff, especially Joshua.

This is a truly special hotel in one of the most special towns in all of Europe. Taormina is of…read morecourse sensational and Hotel Villa Belvedere offers the very best of what you can find in the area. It's a little out of town, but the walk through the public gardens or via the teatro greco make for a lovely stroll into the main area (do know, however, that if you are looking for something near the main tourist strip, you will likely walk 10-15 minutes to get there). Overlooking the waterfront by the pool with an Etna spritz is really an unforgettable experience, as is the incredible breakfast, the excellent staff and the comfortable albeit somewhat cramped rooms. One caveat to all: we had requested interconnecting rooms or something adjoining when we booked months in advance. The manager assured us he would do his best. They also offered a family villa for the price we had paid for the 2 rooms, which we should have accepted (we didn't, and we ultimately wish we had, despite the fact that the view was not as special - you can really enjoy the view any time in the breakfast and lounge areas, or by the pool). When we arrived, the best they could offer were rooms nearly 8 doors apart. We worked out a favorable compromise and they were really very willing to work with us, to their credit. But, if you are hoping for truly interconnecting rooms, you will not find them here. The garden suite has sufficient space in the living room for two twin beds (but the garden area is full of mosquitos and frogs, so both unusable during the day and evening and noisy at night), or perhaps the villa rigamonti would be a worthy alternative. We managed to make do with a small suite that had an extra twin bed, which they augmented with a second bed for our young kids. It was perfectly adequate for us. Ask for room 65 if you are in a similar situation and wish to pay for just 1 room but have your kids nearby). All that said, the service is very special, the location is stunning, the beds very comfortable. The breakfast is unmatched and Taormina itself is simply not to be missed.

Best hotel - beyond amazing. The staff are so incredibly kind. It is gorgeous. The restaurant and…read morethe gardens, the pool, everything is absolutely amazing. I couldn't wait to come here being a huge fan of White Lotus series.

There is a construction Project right across the canyon…read morebelow the hotel to the east. They are jack hampering and drilling concrete from 7 or 8 am all day. You can hear it inside the room even with the windows closed. It is very loud at the pool. This is a great hotel but the experience is ruined by the noise.

We stayed here for 3 glorious days with a group tour. The amenities are superior. Room has great…read morebeds, 4 pillows per bed for superior comfort with sheet covered comforter. Gym is outstanding with fresh water, a locker room, up to date equipment. The pool is gorgeous and beach chairs and towels provided. Front desk staff was polite and helpful. We loved the big chaired lobby and gorgeous fresh flowers. In short we loved this hotel - only wish the internet was more consistent but with all the comfort- that's a small deal.

Comfortable and friendly hotel in great location in Catania walkable to most central attractions…read more Great front desk group that speaks English and always willing to help coordinate reservations. Rooms are modern, clean and well appointed. Slept comfortably with door open to cool Mediterranean breezes to courtyard. Parking is available on street in private gated parking lot one block away €10 per day. On street available, at own risk and is also paid, at about the same rate. Lots of good food, wine, bars, shopping, and anything else short walk. To the right of the front door does get sketchy one block away. Not scary, just not good area. Go the other way, to the left :)

I had stayed there for 3 nights. they shut off the ac the day before we left both times in the…read moremiddle of the night so I had to call the front desk to turn it on at 6 am cus it was hot and humid. our room the first night was fine the second stay was not so nice. The bartender Antiono was the best!!!!

Antico Borgo Petralia lies beautifully high on 650 m, between the Ionian Sea and the living craters…read moreof Etna. Both present for your eyes while having breakfast, dinner or take a swim in the pool. The great Sicilian nature surrounds you at this family own hotel, just outside the town of Zafferana, a region famous for its honey. You will find a hotel with a touch of country style, where everything is in perfect order, without striving for luxury. As soon as you arrive you are met and welcomed by one of the family members and this is one of the great advantages with a stay here. You are met with openness, respect and at the same time taking care of in a very warm and generous way. You can come here and spend your days relaxing by the pool or as a base for trips up to the top of Etna, down to the beaches of the Mediterranean See or go wherever you like to meet the Etna Land. The rooms are very convenient with the air conditioning working perfectly. Breakfast includes in a rich way everything you expect in a place like Sicily. In the evening dinner is served, very tasteful with again a certain rustic feeling. There is of course no place that suits everyone in taste and preference, but Antico Borgo Petralia covers everything except being a swinging lively and eruptive arena. The last thing though not really true as Etna constantly makes herself present. But no, you don't have to be afraid of lava coming to catch you. Antico Borgo Petralia is built on the side of a rock high over where lava streams, if it should come further than to Valle di Bove, the huge valley above, which historically swallows most of the lava. As a frequent traveller in Sicily I can warmly recommend Antico Borgo Petralia. It is one of the best hotels on the Island, when you prefer to share its richness, beauty and dynamic power.

If you are heading to Sicily this is an amazing place! I would stay here and never leave. The…read morestaff and amenities are excellent.

Gorgeous Hotel that sits just above Acquamarina beach and overlooks the Tyrrhenian sea. Our…read moreexperience was incredible from the moment we walked in. We were greeted by gracious hotel staff that offered us champagne to enjoy on the rooftop terrace. When you walk out onto the terrace, you get the most incredible views. They also have a hot tub on the rooftop. The main lobby of the hotel small but includes a dining area where you eat breakfast and a small wine cellar. The receptionist are great and can book any events or make restaurant reservations for you. The rooms are very clean and spacious compared to a lot of the other hotels in the area. Overall, a wonderful hotel with some of the most beautiful views of Tropea. I highly recommend staying here on your next trip.

A boutique hotel in Tropea overlooking the Tyrrhenian sea that has it all....and then some!…read more Tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood a few short blocks from the main Piazza, The Hotel Rocca Della Sena, is an exquisitely appointed 15-room boutique hotel with sweeping, panoramic views of the sea and every ammenity that travelers would want to experience when planning an authentic Italian seaside holiday in true Italian tradition and comfort. Having come from Sorrento after a week's visit, it is obvious to me that the Calabria coastal region is the best kept secret of Italy. The medieval history, architecture, piazza, churches, food and warmth of the local people beckon you to stay, enjoy, be nurtured and rejuvenated by all that southern Italy has to offer. Wake up to the sound of the sea and enjoy the hotel's outstanding breakfast selection with every choice of fresh, local foods that are both, extensive, delicious and characteristic of this region. All this with views of the sea from a position perched high above the cliffs. An ideal location to walk to the grand piazza, which is perhaps the most charming, piazza I have seen in all of Italy with it's many medieval buildings, cobblestone streets that meander throughout the town, taking you through dim lit alleyways that boast one market, restaurant and boutique after another. Here you will find the multi-generational locals who embrace all tourists with open arms and wide smiles. Though English is limited, the body language says it all...." Benvenuto nella nostra città e apprezzare tutto ciò che abbiamo da offrire . Siamo molto orgogliosi di Tropea e la sua ricca storia." (translated: welcome to our town and appreciate all that we have to offer. We are very proud of Tropea and it's rich history."