The Accommodation

Built in the 1970’s, the hotel has had dramatic refurbishments to create a stylish and modern interior with an ideal location close to the cosmopolitan Corso Umberto and Greek theatre in this beautiful town.

Arranged on 9 floors accessed by a panoramic glass lift leading down from the reception, there are 100 rooms: 83 Double Rooms with Sea View and Balcony and 17 Junior Suites, decorated and furnished in a modern style and overlooking the marvellous panorama of the Taormina coast.  

Each room is equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, WiFi, radio, minibar, safe, en suite bath or shower room and a balcony to enjoy the dramatic views. The spacious Junior suites (approximately 40m2) also offer a lounge area with sofa bed, walk-in wardrobe, large balcony and jacuzzi bath.

Please note: the hotel is only accessible via a steep hill and is therefore not suitable for people with walking difficulties.

The Restaurant & Bar

The panoramic restaurant with views across the bay offers a hot and cold buffet breakfast with a wide variety of typical regional products such as fresh fruit, pastries, cold cuts and cheeses, honey produced in the Etna area, organic and dietetic jam and many other Sicilian delicacies. Those with Coeliac diets are also catered for.

There is a lounge bar serving drinks throughout the evening and also a pool bar and grill for lunch and drinks by the pool.

The Facilities

The hotel is approached down a steep hill from the town and there is parking available nearby (extra cost). There is a 24 hour reception situated in an attractive foyer offering guests hotel and local information. A panoramic glass lift takes guests down to the outdoor swimming pool (open May to October) with a hydro massage corner and terrace with sunbeds, parasols and towels provided.

Guests at the Monte Tauro have use of a daily shuttle service (mid May – end October) to the local beach, where sunbeds and parasols are available (extra cost).  Excursions including boat trips and tours of Mount Etna can be arranged and there is a golf course 20km away.

The Local Area

Hotel Monte Tauro is situated just 500m away from the main street of Corso Umberto and the Greek Theatre in the beautiful town of Taormina on the north east coast of Sicily. It is also just 4km from the beaches at Taormina Mare that can be accessed by hotel shuttle or a cable car from the town.  

Being set high up on the hillside, the town enjoys dramatic views across the Bay of Naxos to Mount Etna beyond. It is a very cosmopolitan town with excellent shops, designer boutiques, restaurants and café bars lining cobbled streets and alleys high above the picturesque beaches below. 

There are several historic attractions such as the famous ancient Greek Theatre which draws artists and tourists from all over the world. The town of Taormina is a truly enchanting part of Sicily with the town being rich in atmosphere and culture with local delicacies and festivals to experience, while the coastline is enveloped by panoramic views and pretty coves, making Taormina a truly must visit destination.

Huw's View

With stunning views, modern accommodation and close proximity to the centre of Taormina, Hotel Monte Tauro is an ideal base to explore this beautiful town.  

All the rooms have wonderful sea views which can also be enjoyed from the panoramic restaurant and even the lift. 

The hotel provides a shuttle to the beaches below the hotel which also can be accessed by cable car from the town.  

With this ideal location, we feel this hotel would be ideal for couples looking to enjoy the town and beaches of Taormina and explore the local area.

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Essential Information

All prices from are based on accommodation only. Flights, transfers and car hire are priced separately.

Opening Date: 17th March 2023
Closing Date: 2nd January 2024
Arrival/Departure Day: ANY
Check In: 2PM
Check Out: 11AM
Included in Price: Accommodation as Stated, Just Sicily Rep Service and Emergency Number
Not Included in Price: Flights, Transfers, Car Hire, Travel Insurance and City Tax