8.5/10 on 523 reviews
At the heart of the historic centre of Taormina, just a short walk from Corso Umberto, the Imperial Hotel is a historic early 20th century hotel that reopened its doors to hospitality in 2009 after major restoration work; from here you can enjoy a breathtaking view thanks to its privileged location in the Bay of Naxos.
This designer hotel has an outdoor pool and a panoramic roof Garden where you can admire a stunning panoramic view, while an exclusive wellness area of 260 square metres offers more than you could possibly want for a stay characterized by well-being and relaxation, with Turkish bath, gym, therapeutic showers with 5 cabins and treatments available.
All 63 rooms of the hotel are decorated in a modern style and are designed with colours that recall hospitality and warmth, with modern facilities such as free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.
The 2 exclusive Terraces and Pool suites boast a private terrace with outdoor Jacuzzi in exclusive use.
The pool bar and "Amphitheatre" restaurant propose traditional local Sicilian and Mediterranean dishes.
The hotel staff will gladly inform you about the best hiking in the area, and provides a free service to and from the nearby beaches of Taormina.
The rooms we offer are the perfect solution for a short stay in Taormina. Elegant and comfortable with a surface area of approximately 22 m² facing the rear of the building with a small balcony.
All are elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, maintaining certain traditional elements of Sicilian character. All rooms are fitted with high comfort beds with sprung bases and mattresses, two bedside cabinets, breakfast table and/or writing desk, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, padded bed heads and cabinet with 32 inch plasma TV.
These rooms have two single beds or a French style double bed.
The body of the wardrobe is integrated into the bathroom furniture, which also includes a minibar as part of the sink unit.
All bathrooms are decorated with Sicilian mosaics and equipped with a separate WC, shower and/or bath, double/single washbasins, glass fittings; finishings in natural resins and mosaic, volcanic stone flooring, glass fittings and telephone.
The rooms to the front of the building provide a singular view of the Bay of Naxos, the Greek Theatre, the roofs of Taormina and the hotel's pool. Elegant and comfortable with a surface area of approximately 22 m² and have a small balcony.
All are elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, maintaining certain traditional elements of Sicilian character. All rooms are fitted with high comfort beds with sprung bases and mattresses, two bedside cabinets, breakfast table and/or writing desk, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, padded bed heads and cabinet with 32 inch plasma TV.
These rooms have two single beds or a French style double bed.
The body of the wardrobe is integrated into the bathroom furniture, which also includes a minibar as part of the sink unit.
All bathrooms are decorated with Sicilian mosaics and equipped with a separate WC, bath, double washbasins, glass fittings; finishings in natural resins and mosaic, volcanic stone flooring, glass fittings and telephone.
The rooms to the front of the building provide a singular view of the Bay of Naxos, the Greek Theatre, the roofs of Taormina and the hotel's pool.
Comfortable and elegant, they boast a surface area of approximately 25 m² and have a small balcony.
All are elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, maintaining certain traditional elements of Sicilian character. All rooms are fitted with high comfort beds with sprung bases and mattresses, two bedside cabinets, breakfast table and/or writing desk, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, padded bed heads and cabinet with 40 inch LCD TV.
The rooms have either two single beds or a double bed.
All bathrooms are decorated with Sicilian mosaics and equipped with a separate WC, shower, single washbasin, glass fittings; finishings in natural resins and mosaic, volcanic stone flooring, glass fittings and telephone.
The Exclusive rooms are large double rooms located in the front of the building. They provide a singular view of the Bay of Naxos, the Greek Theatre, the roofs of Taormina and the hotel's pool.
Elegant and comfortable with a surface area of approximately 35 m² and one or two French windows opening out onto a small balcony.
All are elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, maintaining certain traditional elements of Sicilian character. All rooms are fitted with high comfort beds with sprung bases and mattresses, two bedside cabinets, breakfast table and/or writing desk, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, padded headboards, TV cabinet with 32 inch plasma screen and a chaise longue.
The rooms have either two single beds or a king size double bed.
All bathrooms are decorated with Sicilian mosaics and equipped with a separate WC, separate shower and bath, double/single washbasins and glass fittings; finishings in natural resins and mosaic, volcanic stone flooring, glass fittings and telephone. The bathroom also enjoys natural lighting from the bedroom via a glass wall.
The Junior Suites have a total surface area of approximately 35 sqm. comprising a bedroom with a lounge area and a bathroom. The bedroom has a king size bed, two night tables with lamps, two sofas, a breakfast table, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, bar area with minibar, padded bed heads all round, writing desk and chair and TV cabinet with a 40 inch plasma screen. The bathroom has a shower/bath, WC and double washbasins.
The elegant and comfortable Junior Suites have panoramic views over the sea and have one or two patio doors out to the small French balcony.
While elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, they still maintain certain aspects of the Sicilian tradition.
The bathrooms are decorated with Sicilian mosaics and all have a separate WC, separate bath and shower, double washbasins and glass fittings; finishings in natural resins and mosaic, volcanic stone flooring, glass fittings and telephone.
The bathroom also enjoys natural lighting from the bedroom via a glass wall.
If the primary reason for your stay is relaxation, our Pool Suites offer an exclusive private solarium/terrace with an external spa bath.
Elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, these suites maintain the traditional Sicilian character in the furnishings and the typical materials of volcanic stone, mosaics and rosewood.
The total surface area of the Pool Suites measures around 48 m², divided between the living area, bedroom, bathroom and private terrace/solarium.
The lounge area includes a dining table, double fridge/bar cabinet, sofa, two armchairs, 47 inch plasma TV and wall light fittings.
If necessary, an additional two beds can be booked for a maximum occupation of four persons.
The bedroom has a king size bed, two night tables with lamps, two armchairs, breakfast table, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe, headboards padded in warm colours throughout and TV cabinet with a 40 inch plasma TV.
The bathroom includes a bath, steam shower, WC and double washbasins
The terrace/solarium is exclusive to the room and has a stone hydrotherapy massage bath. The external wooden decking, furnished with loungers, armchairs and a small table is perfect for total relaxation.
Our exclusive Terrace Suites bring together the comfort of elegant and spacious rooms, and the luxury of being able to enjoy a clear view of the Bay of Naxos, the Greek Theatre and the town of Taormina from the exclusive private terrace suspended over the blue Mediterranean.
Elegantly furnished in a contemporary style, these suites maintain the character of Sicilian tradition in the furnishings and the use of typical materials such as volcanic stone, mosaics, ceramics from Caltagirone and rosewood.
The total surface area of the Terrace Suite measures around 75 m² and comprises the lounge room, bedroom, bathroom, and guest bathroom and private terrace.
The lounge is equipped with a dining table, double minibar cabinet, sofa, chaise longue, two pooffes, writing desk, TV cabinet with a 47 inch plasma screen and wall light fittings. If necessary, two additional beds can be arranged.
The bedroom has a king size bed, two night tables with lamps, mirrors, padded bedboards throughout and a 40 inch plasma TV.
The bathroom has a double bar, double shower with steam bath, separate WC, double washbasins, wardrobe with luggage storage and safe.
The Terrace, in some cases accessed by an internal stairway, is private and for the exclusive use of the suite and has a volcanic stone hyrdomassage bath. The Terrace is laid with wooden decking, furnished with sun loungers, sofas with padded cushions, table and umbrellas.
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Payment policy
At online reservation, refundable down payment of deposit by credit card. At check out, final payment of balance by credit card or cash.
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Parking
Parking on site available for a fee
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge and in all rooms
Children and extra beds
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Score breakdown
Comfort 8.5 / 10
Courtesy 8.5 / 10
Leisure 8.5 / 10
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De (With family)
France
Check in: 27 Dec 2017
Check out: 30 Dec 2017
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Merci pour ces 3 jours de rêve, le personnel est très agréable et l'hôtel impeccable , même avec une "internal view "
Roy (As couple)
United Arab Emirates
Check in: 3 Jul 2010
Check out: 7 Jul 2010
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Deluxe room sea view
10
His Opinion: great location an friendly staff, reccomended
Samir (As couple)
United Arab Emirates
Check in: 30 Jun 2010
Check out: 8 Jul 2010
Number of nights: 8
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: excellent stay in Taormina, food at restaurant was delicious!
Aliberti (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 16 Jul 2011
Check out: 17 Jul 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Exclusive room Sea View
10
His Opinion: sicuramente tra i migliori hotel di lusso a taormina in posizione ottimo rispetto al centro, il garage auto è a pagamento
Giuseppe (Groups)
Italy
Check in: 13 Aug 2011
Check out: 15 Aug 2011
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Deluxe room sea view
10
His Opinion: l'albergo è davvero completo di tutto, spa ristorante e piscina
Fabrizio (With friends)
Italy
Check in: 12 Aug 2012
Check out: 14 Aug 2012
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Deluxe room sea view
10
His Opinion: davvero un ottimo hotel a due passi dal centro storico di taormina, ritornerò
malaurie (As couple)
France
Check in: 15 Jul 2012
Check out: 20 Jul 2012
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: Deluxe room sea view
8
His Opinion: Il est regrettable que cet hôtel ne dispose pas d une vrai piscine qu il n y a pas assez de place disponible autour du point d eau appelé piscine au moment des grandes chaleurs.
Parking hors de prix et place rarement disponible.
Francesco (Solo travellers)
Italy
Check in: 15 Apr 2011
Check out: 17 Apr 2011
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: Ottima struttura.