- Located in one of Sicily’s most beautiful towns
- Once home to European aristocracy and esteemed names
- Unrivalled views of Mount Etna and Naxos Bar
- A five star terrace and bar
Set in one of Sicily's prettiest towns, Taormina, The Belmond Grand Hotel was the first hotel built in the city, dating back to 1873. Set among a picturesque parkland filled with olives and cyprus trees, richly decorated rooms overlook the sea and the phenomenal Mount Etna. Breathtaking views are complemented with beautiful decor that recreates the splendour of the bygone era, with lush fabrics, parquet floors and ornate windows.
Once the holiday destination of European aristocracy and esteemed names like Oscar Wilde and Truman Capote, this five star beauty is unrivalled in its elegance. Equipped with a relaxing pool, Sicilian style spa and scenic restaurants serving mouth watering dishes, The Belmond Grand Timeo is one like no other. Purple skies and volcano views, private terraces and an exquisite Mediterranean cuisine place the hotel unwaveringly high in the list of luxurious properties in Italy.
Hotel child prices apply to 2–11 years. The hotel has 71 rooms and suites.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Timeo Restaurant
A remarkable culinary journey awaits at the most charming restaurant in Taormina. A delectable menu of Sicilian favourites are served in a beautiful terrace where you can enjoy views of Mount Etna and the peaceful Naxos Bay. Locally sourced dishes are accompanied by an expertly selected list of wines from the region for a complete and elegant dining experience.
Open: 13:00 - 14:30 and 19:30 - 22:00.
Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers during the evening.
Pool Restaurant and Bar
Underneath the shade of a pergola, a fresh and seasonal lunch menu is served at the Pool Restaurant and Bar, offering brick-oven pizzas, freshly grilled fish and a salad buffet. With panoramic views over Mount Etna and the Mediterranean Sea, this location is perfect for a poolside break.
Open: 13:00 - 16:00 from mid-May to mid-September.
The Literary Terrace & Bar
With a phenomenal view towards Calabria, The Literary Terrace & Bar has rightfully earned its reputation as a truly seductive location. With unsurpassed views of Mount Etna and the stunning coastline, The Literary was once host to famed artists and serves classic cocktails, including the much loved Etna Spritz.
Spa & Wellness
Spa
Handmade Sicilian soaps and volcanic olive oil are just two of many spa sensations on offer at The Belmond’s in house spa. Indulge in a variety of Mediterranean special treatments, expertly designed to refresh and nourish.
Fitness Centre
The hotel has a fully equipped fitness centre, suitable for cardio and weight training.
About the Location
The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo is set in Taormina, unrivalled as one of the most beautiful spots in Sicily. This beautiful hillside town holds an enviable position, with direct views of the mighty Mount Etna and Nexos Bay. On the east coast, cobbled streets are dotted with designer boutiques and a respected dining scene among historic and medieval churches, centuries old towers and the Greek amphitheatre.
The upper town, Taormina Mare (accessible by a cable car) is quite the contrary, with an array of late night bars, lively restaurants and shops, as well as a shingle beach. Across the Gulf of Naxos is a stunning view of the phenomenal Mount Etna, and although visible from all over Taormina, it’s a prized and uninterrupted view like no other.
Transfer time
The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo is an hour’s drive from Catania Airport.
Classic Twin Room
Max 2 adults
Classic Twin Rooms are elegantly-appointed and aptly located in the Villa Flora annex, just 50 metres away from the main building and built within the delightful country house.
25m²
Twin Superior Side Sea View Balcony
Max 2 adults
Twin Superior Side Sea View Rooms are located in the Villa Flora and offer a side sea view from the private balcony.
25m²
Gallery Room
Max 3 adults
Gallery Rooms are located in Villa Flora and offer direct sea or village views. Rooms span two levels to offer a sitting area on the ground floor with an opulent bedroom on the upper level, with king or twin beds. These rooms feature two bathrooms (one with bath and the other with a shower).
25m²
Twin Deluxe Front Sea View Balcony Or Terrace
Max 2 adults
Twin Deluxe Front Sea View Rooms are located in the Timeo building and are luxuriously decorated to reflect a Sicilian style. Rooms offer a panoramic front sea view from the private balcony or terrace.
25m²
Family Room
Max 4 adults
Family Rooms are located in Villa Flora and enjoy a spacious living area and sitting room, a marble bathroom and a bedroom with either king-size or twin beds.
25m²
Junior Suite Superior Front Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Junior Suite Superior with Front Sea View and Balcony are decorated in a sumptuous Sicilian baroque style, with a prime location within the Timeo Building. Each has a spacious living area and sea views, with glimpses of Mount Etna from their spacious balconies.
32m²
Junior Suite Deluxe Front Sea View Terrace
Max 3 adults
Junior Suite Deluxe with Front Sea View and Terrace are located in the main building and enjoy full panoramic sea views, where breakfast can be served for a luxurious start to the day.
32m²
Suite Deluxe Front Sea View Balcony or Terrace
Max 3 adults, 1 child
Suite Deluxe with Front Sea View and Balcony or Terrace are located in the main Timeo building, reflecting rich Italian baroque décor. Rooms feature separate bedroom and living rooms, marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower and a private balcony or terrace, with stunning sea views.
40m²
Based on 1172 traveller reviews
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Reviews
“ Excellence at its highest
reb1882, London, United Kingdom
Dec 09 2019
The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo has been excellent in every respect, consistently over several visits. It is an oasis of service, location, and calm - a perfect getaway from a complex life. Worth every...
The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo has been excellent in every respect, consistently over several visits. It is an oasis of service, location, and calm - a perfect getaway from a complex life. Worth every cent.
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“ Perfection!!!
MiloMiami, Miami, Florida
Dec 09 2019
We so enjoyed our 5 day stay.
We used TaorMina as a base for our daily travels which we enjoyed each day. The breakfast that is complementary and offered by American Express platinum is above and...
We so enjoyed our 5 day stay.
We used TaorMina as a base for our daily travels which we enjoyed each day. The breakfast that is complementary and offered by American Express platinum is above and beyond fabulous and it???s enough food to last you the day. The view while you???re eating in the restaurant is incredibly amazingly beautiful. You get to see Mount Etna the Seaview the mountain the hills it???s just an incredible view to be greeted by every single morning. We ate at the restaurant two nights and the food was outstanding and the service was outstanding both for dinner and for breakfast. There is piano music that plays in the bar in the evening and the only thing was I wish I could???ve heard it while we were eating dinner because you can only hear it faintly. The piano player on the weekend is slightly better than the piano player during the week but both are jazz pianists and fabulous. We utilized the concierge to help us plan our day out each day and everyone in the hotel was so accessible and helpful. They consistently ask if you need help and if you decide you need help you just ask them and they make it happen for you. My only complaint was that I enjoyed the piano music so much that I wanted to be able to sit in the bar at night and enjoy however the wine and the alcoholic beverages are so beyond overpriced it was ridiculous to even buy a drink. We were there obviously during off-season time which means that the hotel rates are less expensive and more affordable and therefore on some level you would think they would do the same thing for their alcohol but they don???t. The dinner at the restaurant is expensive but some things like the appetizers are crazy expensive where the main courses are more reasonably price for what you???re getting. It???s always hard to pay $25 for a bowl of soup. Everything at this hotel is outstanding and we would stay here in a heartbeat as long as we went off-season which is when it???s more affordable!
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“ Wonderful stay in Taormina
viviennem564, Sydney, Australia
Nov 15 2019
We recently stayed at the exceptional Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo. It is a gorgeous property with impeccable service and wonderful breakfasts. We were lucky enough to be given an upgrade to a room...
We recently stayed at the exceptional Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo. It is a gorgeous property with impeccable service and wonderful breakfasts. We were lucky enough to be given an upgrade to a room with a terrace and view of Mount Etna and everything about our stay was fabulous!
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“ Charming location!
Monterialer, Montreal, Canada
Nov 15 2019
Our stay was memorable. Staff were friendly, food is awesome and the view is amazing. I took a star off because our Seaview room was small and do not worth what we payed for $$$. If it was a little...
Our stay was memorable. Staff were friendly, food is awesome and the view is amazing. I took a star off because our Seaview room was small and do not worth what we payed for $$$. If it was a little bit cheaper price we would definitely stay there every time we visit Taormina.
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“ Best Hotel in Sicily
Tadyyfore, Stockton, New Jersey
Oct 30 2019
Stay here, and splurge on a Junior Suite. We had Rm 314, a corner suite that confirmed my belief that a hotel room can be more (in this case "much more") than just a place to crash for the night...
Stay here, and splurge on a Junior Suite. We had Rm 314, a corner suite that confirmed my belief that a hotel room can be more (in this case "much more") than just a place to crash for the night. Have a look at the Jr. suite photos on-line. They capture the room pretty well, but can't do justice to it in the end. We had views of the hotel, Taormina, and the sea out two of our 11 foot tall French door, and of Mt. Etna and the bay from the 3rd French door. Exquisite. Everything else about the room, from facilities, to space, down to pillows was exquisite. We paid about $1,400/night, more than we've ever paid for a hotel room, and it was well worth it.
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