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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

4.0 star property
Relax by the sparkling pool or stroll through lush gardens as you soak up la dolce vita.

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Aerial view
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
In the heart of Taormina's historical district, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina offers a serene retreat with a poolside bar, garden and spa tub. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool. With an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner, bike rentals for exploring nearby Greek Theatre and free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 1.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Located in an annex building
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Minibar
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Piazza Luigi Pirandello - Bus Terminal, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Taormina Cable Car - 9 min walk
  • Greek Theatre - 9 min walk
  • Corso Umberto - 9 min walk
  • Piazza IX April - 11 min walk
  • Spisone Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Pirandello - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Bottega del Formaggio - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Arte Mediterranea Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria da Nino - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mediterraneo Cafè - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

Upscale hotel near Taormina Cable Car
Close to Greek Theatre and Isola Bella, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services
  • Smoke-free property, 1 meeting room and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 146 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 5 kg per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 20.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT083097A16SVKAHUQ

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Ariston Hotel Taormina
Ariston Taormina
Hotel Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
Hotel Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina
Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina
Parc Hotel Ariston And Palazzo Santa Caterina
Parc Hotel Taormina
Hotel Ariston Taormina
Parc Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina, Sicily
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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Hotel
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina on 1 Mar 2025 start from AU$154.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Self-parking is available for EUR 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Parco Duca di Cesaro, Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre. Corso Umberto and Isola Bella are also within 1 mile (2 km). Taormina Giardini Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 815 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sheana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff very friendly especially Dan who went out of his way to make our stay enjoyable. Only complaint is the bus tours, they all decend on the restaurant at once overwhelming the staff and other guests. May be better if they seperates them from the non bus tour guests and had seperate dinner/bfast times.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is well located and the pool area is beautiful. However, our room was old and a bit dingy. It did not match the outside of the hotel! Also, there was music in the lobby (piano player and singer and/or karaoke) until 11pm which was right below our room. It was loud enough to disturb our rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great view and pool, nice rooms, great breakfast. They are right beside the bus terminal and car parking available for a fee. On the down side there was a bad smell every morning and 1 mattress would need to be changed. Forgot to mention it. But overall very satisfied and would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leonardo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
parking was a bit far. the hotel is a bit old and the room is very small but its weel located
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in dire need of renovation. The mattresses sank in, the rooms were very dates and unpleasant. The view was nice thanks to front desk who changed our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great base to explore Taormina
Great location. Rooms are a little tired. Staff seem a bit frazzled. Breakfast lovely. Evening meal ok. But lots of other nice places to eat in Taormina. Great base to explore Taormina. Pool nice. Don't bother with the Godfother tour.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolute favorite of mine. Bar super fun. Service is impeccable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nermin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel though it is 4 star but provides good quality and variation of hot and cold breakfast . The excellent location with walking distance to the amazing city centre , the bus station and nice dining cafe places , I would greatly recommend this hotel We just had a couple of reception people at check in who were unfriendly but the rest of the staff were good
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shadi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very old and noisy. You can clearly hear when the sound from other rooms when they go to the bathroom! That was awful experience Just avoid this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property facilities & view very central
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay at Ariston
Amazing stay. Great room with stunning views. Super friendly staff on reception, catering and cleaning. Fantastic breakfasts. Lovely setting well looked after.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The waiter Daniele was absolutely amazing. He went out of his way for us every single breakfast and evening with always a smile on his face. Couldn't recommended the hotel enough, only thing that would have made it better was if water was included in the dinner package, wasn't specific when we booked.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ivana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great location but hotel is very tired and in dire need of renovation and upgrading - lots of potential but….
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a brilliant stay here, with a beautiful room on the fourth floor, that had a great view. The hotel is a great location just next to the bus station, cable car and a short uphill walk to the town which is handy when it’s hot outside. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Qusay, Pearland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old property that needs to be renovated
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Pool was great but the chairs re taken quite early. Taormina was beautiful. We enjoyed walking the city, hills and seeing the sites. Food was good. Lots of shopping. Staff at hotel was the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, Laval

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most beautiful properties we’d ever had the pleasure to experience. The views are stunning. We were surrounded with abundant fruit trees like mangoes and quince. There were colorful flowers everywhere nestled below stately royal palms. The food and wine were excellent. The breakfast buffet was magnificent - especially the fresh squeezed blood orange juice. The pool and patio dining were relaxing. The nightly relaxing live music was wonderful. We enjoyed the Sicilian banquet music as well. The staff were always going above and beyond and were friendly. We would happily ho back there and heartily recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Completely fantastic hotel . Stay here if you can
I rarely if ever give reviews but this place deserves a top notch review. The location is perfect , the views are above and beyond spectacular the service was excellent … the pool was perfect… the concierge was extremely helpful. I have only praise for this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
Piazza Luigi Pirandello - Bus Terminal, Taormina, ME