Location

This hotel is situated on a hillside, affording idyllic views out over the bay of Naxós and Mount Etna. Lying amidst fabulous gardens directly beside the city park and above the road to the coast, the hotel is located within a few minutes walk of the resort centre where guests will discover links to the public transport network, a selection of shopping venues, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. It is some 15 minutes walk to the Corso Umberto, Taormina's famous pedestrianised avenue, as well as 15 minutes to the cable car station. Lido Caparena beach lies 4 km away.

Facilities

The hotel welcomes guests in a 4-storey building with a lift and 99 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. There is a kitchenette in the rooms. Equipped with a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge), the rooms provide many ways for guests to stay connected and entertained. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. 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. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking, tennis and golf are available. The water sports offered include diving. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and callisthenics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium.

Meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Half board can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet and a set dinner menu are served every day. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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