Taormina - 5' walk from the Historical Taormina centre - Mount Etna - Sicily Italy - Giardini Naxos
The hotel is situated in a quiet but central location about 5' walk from the historical Taormina centre, a perfect balance of luxury, privacy and location, poised between the town’s charming centre...
...and its panoramic residential area. Taormina is considered one of the most beautiful places on earth, people come from all over the world to visit our beautiful paradise, recognized internationally as a premier vacation spot, owing to its abundance of a variety of heavenly amenities. Breathtaking sea views, white sand and rocky beaches lapped by warm emerald waters, art and history spread out in every corner, a lively cultural scene, excellent Sicilian dining and finest Italian shopping, a balmy, comfortable climate that blesses this Italian heaven all lend themselves to create an absolute wonderland in the heart of the Mediterranean sea.
Places not to miss out during your Taormina stay include Mount Etna, Syracuse, Giardini-Naxos, Piazza Armerina, Catania market and its baroque centre, Aeolian islands and, of course, the several wonderful Taormina beaches.
Transfers: Qualified chauffeurs and air-conditioned luxury cars are available for transfers, tours and visits to any place of interest you may request .
HOW TO REACH US
By air: Catania airport, 50 minutes by car. Hourly INTERBUS coaches connect to Taormina bus terminal, 5 minutes walk from Villa Carlotta. Airport taxis fares are approx. 100 euro per car for two people. Transfers booked through the hotel are highly recommended.
By road: from A18 motorway take Taormina exit. Once reached the centre, in front of the arch of “Porta Messina” turn left on Via Pirandello and drive down until the number 81 . Like most ancient towns parking in Taormina is difficult, our staff will park your car easily in our parking (approx. 15 euro/day).
By train: nearest mainline station is Taormina-Giardini Naxos, approximately 5 km away. Taxis charge about 20 euro to Villa Carlotta.
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Honeymoon package:
Taormina is absolutely one of the most romantic places in the world to celebrate your Honeymoon or Anniversary and Villa Carlotta with its elegant interiors and impeccable service is the ideal location for your important event...>
Taormina Cooking classes Package:
The Hotel Villa Carlotta is the perfect location to learn the traditions and culture of Sicily through its cuisine and its wines. You will enjoy the friendliness of the locals and will have the opportunity to take cooking lessons, make excursions, taste renowned wines, shop in local markets, see the wildlife, discover the secrets and enjoy a wonderful holiday in Sicily... >
Diving Sicily:
The Sicilian sea offers many incredible surprises for those who wish to experience the excitement of diving.The Taorminan seabed is famous for its abundance of fish and for its crystal clear water. With this in mind the Hotel Villa Carlotta offers its guests a unique diving package... >
Cupid's:
Everyday is Valentine's Day at the Hotel Villa Carlotta! Let Cupid bring you the ultimate Taormina romance and play out your own love story with this special package....>
Taormina personal shopper package:
Learn Italian in Italy and study Italian in Sicily is your dream? If among a wide choice of Italian language schools in Italy, you want to take an Italian course in Sicily and meanwhile have the chance to explore and experience life in this beautiful island, then you have got it right here. ...>
Study Italian, discover Sicily:
Learn Italian in Italy and study Italian in Sicily is your dream? If among a wide choice of Italian language schools in Italy, you want to take an Italian course in Sicily and meanwhile have the chance to explore and experience life in this beautiful island, then you have got it right here. ...>
See the new Cooking classes video
How we make a fresh fruit cake every day for our Guests.... >
Hotel Villa Carlotta wins best luxury hotel in the 2010 Tripadvisor travelers’ choice awards
Hotel Villa Carlotta was chosen as a Best Luxury Hotel by TripAdvisor® in its 2010 Travelers’ Choice® awards. Now in its eighth year, the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards.... >
Complimentary Internet Connection
In our Byzantine lounge. Free LAN and Wireless connection is also available in all the rooms at no cost. One laptop is at guests’ disposal upon request. You will easily keep in touch with home, reserve all your on-line tickets and send your friends and family your best photos of Taormina and your Sicily holiday!
NEW VIDEO! See the all new Taormina hotel Villa Carlotta Video in full H264 quality. >
All the artistic and cultural events in Taormina basically take place from April to December, when the “Sicilian pearl” is at its best and there are many visitors. For this reason, if you a planning a trip to Villa Carlotta you can take advantage of the hustle and bustle of our romantic and exciting town.
April 2
Centro storico - Taormina
Good Friday Procession in Taormina. A most impressive procession, that takes its way through Taorminas Corso Umberto I. Men and women in black carry the sculptures showing the passion of Christ. All shop's lighting and all street illuminatiion on the Corso Umberto will be switched off, as soon as the procession is arriving. Only the candles of the procession give some low light. When it is passed by, the shopkeepers on Corso Umberto continue with their business and switch on the lights again.
For a full list of itinearies visit Sicily Holidays website.
Concerts in the Churches of Taormina
Full list of concerts in july and august
Itinerary "A walk in Taormina"
It is at Belvedere that Taormina truly conquests. Sea, stars, silence and love. The small square which is often full of lovers. Attracted by the smell of the sea and the jasmine I begin my descent towards' Isola Bella.... >
Itinerary Belvedere - Isola Bella
It is at Belvedere that Taormina truly conquests. Sea, stars, silence and love. The small square which is often full of lovers. Attracted by the smell of the sea and the jasmine I begin my descent towards' Isola Bella.... >
Itinerary Boat Ride
From Porta Messina we cover a short length of Via Pirandello and in a few minutes arrive at the cable car to quickly reach the baia (bay) di Mazzarò, a delightful cove between the Baia di S. Nicola and the Baia di Isola Bella.... >
An itinerary to discover
Sicily's Castles
It just takes a crisp September day to make you decide to leave the beach and go in search of the mysteries and legends of the castles of Sicily. We are in Taormina with its beautiful countryside... >
To each his own Literary Park
An itinerary in search of Sicilian writers. Apart from offering all you could wish for in terms of a relaxing holiday in a place famous for its beauty and high society, the Hotel Villa Ducale in Taormina also makes a good base for an excursion into the literary world of Sicily.. >
