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Excelsior Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Interior
In the heart of Catania, Excelsior Palace Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace and poolside bar. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool or explore nearby Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano and Piazza del Duomo. With free in-room WiFi, two coffee shops/cafes, international cuisine options at on-site restaurants, guests have praised this hotel for its helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach cabanas
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • In-room childcare

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $181
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

Why we love this property

Belle Epoque beauty
Marvel at Belle Epoque architecture in this city-center hotel with a garden, rooftop terrace, and three restaurants offering garden, ocean, and pool views.
Culinary options galore
International and local cuisines await at 2 restaurants. Guests can dine al fresco with ocean, pool, and garden views, or visit 2 cafes and the bar.
Dreamy bedtime bliss
Egyptian cotton sheets and cozy down comforters provide premium bedding. Blackout drapes ensure deep sleep. Minibars offer midnight treats.

Room options

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Sea View (Elegance) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room, Sea View (Elegance)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Toselli 8, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porta di Catania - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Greek Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 64 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 129 min drive
  • Fiumefreddo Station - 15 min drive
  • Alcantara Station - 20 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 23 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Luraleo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Niclodi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Da Cristina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Excelsior Palace Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Corso Umberto. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Excelsior Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This Belle Époque hotel also features a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 22 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite valet parking (EUR 15 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station pick-up*
DONE

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center (151 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1904
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Excelsior Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Panoramic Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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 13 years of age.
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 150
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 150 (up to 18 years old)

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, shopping center shuttle, and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Excelsior Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Excelsior Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 15 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 140 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Excelsior Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include beach cabanas and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Excelsior Palace Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Excelsior Palace Hotel like?

Excelsior Palace Hotel is in Taormina City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Corso Umberto and 13 minutes' walk from Taormina Cable Car.

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