- Beautiful Italian architecture which dates back to 1830
- Offering a variety of activities for everyone, including tours and a Kid’s Club
- Enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean from the bars and restaurants
- Visit historic Taormina, which is just a 3 minute drive from the hotel
Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea is a historic hotel with fantastic facilities and romantic details ideal for couples, families and small groups. It’s located on the east coast of Sicily, just minutes from the idyllic town of Taormina. There are plenty of opportunities to relax, with an extensive spa where you can enjoy treatments as you overlook the bay, as well as a private beach and a swimming pool.
Guests can enjoy excellent cuisine during their stay, with menus featuring local seafood dishes as well as international favourites. If you prefer to explore further you’ll find wonderful tours available, from wine tasting around Mount Etna to a Godfather tour of the area and boat trips, paddle boarding and lots more.
The hotel has 71 rooms and suites. Child prices apply to ages 0-12 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Restaurant Oliviero
Seasonal menus are created using local ingredients and feature delicious dishes including risotto, salads and seafood. This is the ideal restaurant for a relaxing evening of dining as you overlook the bay below.
Open: 13:00 – 15:00 and 19:30 – 22:30
The Bar
Relax and enjoy the views of the bay as you choose from a menu of pizzas, seafood, wines and delicious cocktails at the hotel’s bar.
Open: 10:00 – 01:00
Beach Bar
Relax on the white sands of the beach and overlook the bay as you choose from juices, cocktails, ice creams and fruits.
Open: 10:00 – 18:00
Pool Bar
Located next to the Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea’s infinity pool and offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean, this is the perfect place to enjoy light bites, snacks and refreshments.
Open: 10:00 – 19:00
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
The hotel’s infinity pool overlooks the beautiful bay below and is surrounded by a sun terrace with loungers for a day of soaking up the sun. There is also a pool bar which provides refreshments all day.
Beach
Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea has a private beach full of loungers where you can enjoy water sports or simply relax in the sun. There is also a beach bar where you can order refreshments, cocktails and more.
For Families
Smile Club
The Smile Club is available for children wanting to keep active and have fun during their stay. Supervised activities and games are run throughout the day and also offer a chance for your little ones to make some new friends.
Ages: 4 – 12 years
Children’s Facilities
Little extras are provided for children, including their own robe and slippers, a welcome gift, child friendly menus and even special spa treatments. Babysitting is also available on request, and there are PlayStations, iPads, DVDs and toys available at the concierge.
Spa & Wellness
Wellness Centre
Located in the hotel’s luscious gardens and overlooking the sparkling waters of the ocean, the wellness centre is the perfect place to fully relax. Choose from local fragrances during your treatments and enjoy massages, facials and more both in the spa, on the spa’s terrace or in your room. There is also a sauna and a hairdresser available.
Open: 10:00 – 20:00
Gym
The Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea’s gym features Technogym equipment to help you keep fit and active during your stay.
Beach Yoga
Beach yoga classes are available on request and will leave you feeling fully revitalised and refreshed.
Activities & Entertainment
Water Sports
The hotel offers guests a range of water sports, including paddle boarding lessons and boat tours. The boat tour will take you to little coves and hidden bays where you can swim and snorkel or simply enjoy the views.
Island of Dreams Tour
Book the hotel’s Island of Dreams tour and explore this spectacular area with a knowledgeable local guide. Wander through mountain paths and learn about the fruits and flowers which grow in the area, before visiting three island homes.
Photo Tour
Take a tour with an expert local photographer and explore the rugged cliffs surrounding the town, as well as the streets of the town itself.
Hidden Stores of Sicily
Enjoy a shopping tour where you will be taken to little known boutiques and shops selling unique handmade gifts and trinkets. Pick up bags, ceramics, clothing and more.
Food Photography Classes
Start with a market tour and haggle for your own fresh ingredients, before learning to cook, style and photograph your food. You’ll leave with new skills and recipes to take back home.
Mount Etna Tours
Visit the spectacular Mount Etna and explore its waterfalls, canyons and pretty little villages. Hike through craters and admire the lava caverns which have been created by this majestic volcano.
Greek Theatre
Visit the area’s ancient Greek Theatre and admire its well preserved architecture which dates back to the 3rd Century. Watch music and plays or simply admire the mountainous backdrop.
Ape Tour of Taormina
An Ape Calessino is a moped with room for passengers. Hop on board this classic Italian vehicle and see the streets of Taormina like a local. Stop off for almond wine and a drink at Tennessee Williams’ favourite bar.
Helicopter Tour
See the island from above with this bird’s eye view tour where you’ll see Greek ruins and sparkling oceans, as well as mountains, volcanoes and more.
The Godfather Tour
Follow in the footsteps of the Godfather film on this unique tour. Stop off for a drink at Coppola’s favourite bar, before visiting the church where Apollonia and Michael were married. Your final attraction is the medieval village of Forza D’Agrò, which you can explore in a Fiat 500.
Vineyards and Wines of Mount Etna
Mount Etna’s volcanic soil provides rich nutrients which yields delicious, unique varieties of wine. A group of experts will take you through some of the area’s best wineries where you can learn the production techniques and taste some of the best varieties.
About the location
Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea is located on the east coast of Sicily, just minutes from the centre of Taormina. Its beachfront location means you can spend long lazy days on the soft golden sands, or make the most of the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Those wanting to explore Taormina will find plenty to keep them entertained. The town is home to ancient Greek ruins and some excellent bars and restaurants.
If you prefer to explore the island’s landscape there are boat trips available, as well as day trips. Hike up Mount Etna and visit its village and wineries, or admire the views from the top. Alternatively, visit pretty coves by boat, or spend the day wandering the pretty streets of the town.
Nearest airport
Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea is a 45 minute drive from Catania Airport.
Classic Double
Sleeps up to 2 adults
Choose from a king size or twin beds and enjoy the elegant modern décor and views of the hotel’s courtyard. There is also a satellite TV, air conditioning and a large en suite bathroom.
22m²
Superior Double
Sleeps up to 2 adults
Enjoy the elegant modern furnishings and décor in these bright, spacious rooms. Take in views of the bay from your large picture windows or French balcony, or enjoy the satellite TV, air conditioning and a large en suite bathroom.
22m²
Deluxe Double
Sleeps up to 2 adults
These modern rooms have neutral and elegant décor, as well as large windows and a small terrace or balcony with views of the Mediterranean. Guests can also enjoy satellite TV, air conditioning and a large en suite bathroom.
24m²
Superior Junior Suite
Sleeps up to 3 adults
The large, elegant rooms offer chic neutral décor and large windows and balconies with views of the bay below. Choose from king size or twin beds in the bedroom and relax in the separate sitting area. There is also a satellite TV, espresso machine, air conditioning and a marble en suite bathroom.
35m²
Deluxe Junior Suite
Sleeps up to 3 adults
These spacious suites are beautifully decorated with rich fabrics and colours. They offer a separate bedroom with a king size or twin beds, as well as having private balconies or terraces with garden views. There is also a comfortable sitting area, a satellite TV, espresso machine, air conditioning and a large marble bathroom, some with a separate bath and shower.
45m²
Suite Deluxe Sea View Balcony
Sleeps up to 3 adults
These vibrant and elegant suites offer plenty of space and amenities, perfect for a luxury holiday. There is a separate bedroom and living room, as well as a large balcony where you can enjoy views of the sparkling sea below. Guests can also enjoy king size or twin beds, satellite TV, an espresso machine, air conditioning and a marble bathroom with a separate bath and shower.
55m²
Based on 677 traveller reviews
95% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ Beautiful Resort!
Jeannie B, Rowayton, Connecticut
Aug 15 2019
Really gorgeous spot on the sea. Room was pretty and bed was the most comfortable ever. Loved sitting in a lounge by the water & swimming out to the rock. View from restaurant & bar is gorgeous...
Really gorgeous spot on the sea. Room was pretty and bed was the most comfortable ever. Loved sitting in a lounge by the water & swimming out to the rock. View from restaurant & bar is gorgeous, & food was delicious. Also enjoyed visiting sister hotel in Taormina for dinner. Only complaints: super pricey champagne by the glass (25 euros) and breakfast was just ok. Got a spa treatment & it was very overpriced.
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“ Villa Sant???Andrea - Truly lovely experience.
GeoCritic, West London
Aug 14 2019
This is a really luxurious hotel which we selected for an anniversary.
The room looking out over the Bay of Mazzar?? was probably the best view I have ever had from a hotel room. The room had a little...
This is a really luxurious hotel which we selected for an anniversary.
The room looking out over the Bay of Mazzar?? was probably the best view I have ever had from a hotel room. The room had a little terrace with sun-loungers, table & chairs and parasol if you did not want to go on the beach. Beach is little stones not sand, but probably for the best as sunscreen plus sand and a gentle breeze could get messy. There were plenty of loungers on the beach, so you could arrive late no problem. We preferred the pool, which was less busy than the beach. Generally the pool staff asked any noisy children to behave, which was thoughtful. The pool is small, but set one floor above the bay with a great view and attentive staff to help with towels/sunbeds etc. really nice.
The room was very clean and towels, linen, soaps, complimentary bottled water etc. were checked twice a day and replenished.
There was a gentle sea breeze most days which made the heat (August) much more manageable compared to Taomina, which was baking hot.
One reason I picked the hotel was also the restaurant which gets very good reviews and we were not disappointed, food quality was very good and the weekly barbeque was most enjoyable with lobsters, prawns, meats salads and sweets a really good experience. The restaurant staff were very helpful and attentive and seemed to memorise you name to greet you after day two, as did the pool staff !
There is a complimentary mini bus every 30mins up to Taomina (sister hotel Timeo) which makes visits to the town really easy and the cable car station is just across the road from the hotel entrance as an alternative.
A couple of things that would have made our stay even nicer:
Wine/drinks prices. There is a wide selection of wines at ???100 to 400 euros a bottle but very few at 50 to 60 and none below that or below ???22 per glass.
It would be nice if they stocked a few more bottles in the 30-50 euro range.
Same for bar prices. During the day the bar/beach staff did not seem busy because most people are not buying drinks at the prices. I would probably have spent much more in total at the bar if I could have obtained a small beer for less than ???10 or wine at ???22.
At other Belmond properties we have stayed in this price range, usually there is a ?? bottle of wine/fizz in the room and or some fruit or chocolate on arrival.
A little more light on the restaurant terrace would be helpful to see the food and as most people had to use torches to read the menu in the evening.
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“ Will Be Back For My 60th Birthday
RaphaelM381, London, United Kingdom
Aug 13 2019
I spent a week in this great place on their 100th anniversary and was privileged enough to be invited to their celebratory party. Yes me, Mr Antisocial, had a great time. No I can't believe it...
I spent a week in this great place on their 100th anniversary and was privileged enough to be invited to their celebratory party. Yes me, Mr Antisocial, had a great time. No I can't believe it either!
Such a good time did I have here that wife and I have sworn to return to spend my 60th birthday here (not long away). Would I recommend? What d'you think??
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“ Love villa st Andreas
dessoky, London, United Kingdom
Aug 11 2019
Been spending two weeks of our summer break at this hotel for last six years and whole family truly live the place, staff and food. Will be going their for few years to come yet, unless standards...
Been spending two weeks of our summer break at this hotel for last six years and whole family truly live the place, staff and food. Will be going their for few years to come yet, unless standards change.
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“ Nice hotel but the beach and the sea are dirty
laurentpauchard, Paris, France
Aug 10 2019
Hotel is really beautiful and people are very nice. However, the sea was full of garbage (!!!) floating , hundreds of jelly fishes hidden in the garbage... not a nice experience at all! The hotel...
Hotel is really beautiful and people are very nice. However, the sea was full of garbage (!!!) floating , hundreds of jelly fishes hidden in the garbage... not a nice experience at all! The hotel next on the beach had clear waters !... i felt I lost my money. I went for the beach and could do nothing. Personal was not helpful in that respect
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