Location

This luxury hotel is situated in Taormina's tourist centre just across the quay from a beautiful bay and a short distance from a diverse selection of shopping venues, restaurants and bars as well as links to the public transport network. The nearest nightclub is about 1 km from the hotel.

Facilities

The hotel has 86 non-smoking rooms, including 12 junior suites, 2 suites and 63 double rooms, which are located on 4 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a double bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A trouser press is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment

Guests can work out or just relax in the outdoor and indoor pools. Kids can splash about in a special swimming area just for them. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The hotel offers outdoor sports, including tennis, golf, fishing and horse riding or, for a fee, cycling/mountain biking. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as snorkelling and diving. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing and windsurfing. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and callisthenics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath and a solarium and, for an additional fee, a sauna, a beauty salon and massage treatments.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Half board can be booked. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. The menu also offers diet meals and children's meals. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.

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