Excelsior Palace Hotel, Taormina

Refined luxury and exceptional views

In a wonderful location on the Italian Riviera, surrounded by the sea and boasting enchanting views of the Bay of Rapallo and Portofino's headland, this refined and luxurious hotel combines elegance, impeccable service, first class facilities and fine dining.

Dating back to 1901, Excelsior Palace Hotel has played host to many stars of stage and screen and has been returned to its former splendour with elegant old world style interiors combined with state of the art amenities.

The comfortable and attractively furnished guest bedrooms enjoy sea views or partial sea views, and the hotel offers fine dining experiences including local specialities in the elegant Lord Byron restaurant.

In summer, informal lunches and romantic candlelit dinners can be enjoyed at the Eden Roc Lounge & Restaurant on the cliff edge by the Beach Club. There's a Beauty Farm for total relaxation and a Health Club with fitness room and indoor heated pool with whirlpool.

The exclusive Beach Club is a highlight of the hotel boasting two panoramic infinity pools, a floating pool, two Jacuzzis, gazebo for massages, beach huts and terraces.

Not all facilities are complimentary and are subject to seasonal demand.