Hotel Villa Ducale

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 6 PM, pool loungers
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Bay View, Sea Facing
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Via Leonardo Da Vinci 60, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Monte Tauro
    7 min walk
  • Corso Umberto
    10 min walk
  • Porta di Catania
    11 min walk
  • Taormina (TFC)
    12 min walk

Room options

Design Suite, Sea View, Annex Building

  • 34 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View, Sea Facing

  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Sea Facing (Superior)

  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Bay View, Sea Facing

  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Sea Facing

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Villa Ducale

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and area shuttle service
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a rooftop terrace, and self parking.
Hotel Villa Ducale offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Villa Ducale. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free area shuttle.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy ocean views while dining at La Terrazza
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • 10 minutes by foot from Corso Umberto and a 3-minute drive from Taormina Cable Car
  • Free local-area shuttle service
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at the luxury Hotel Villa Ducale. A free area shuttle within 2 kilometers is available. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Taormina hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
La Terrazza - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Secured uncovered self parking on site (EUR 22 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Free local area shuttle up to 2 kilometres
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • La Terrazza

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and March 16.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 22 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Tax ID - IT01722580832
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Hotel Villa Ducale offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Hotel Villa Ducale Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 304 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a spectacular view. It’s at the very top so it takes longer to get to and from town but If you like to walk stairs and see wonderful views, this is a great place. The hotel itself is a bit dated in style, but There are pockets of contemporary features throughout as well. The hotel was very clean and everyone was very accommodating and extremely friendly. Common terraces and the restaurant are superb. The pool is very small and outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

julia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with amazing views. Staff is very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Allendale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tremendous view from room, restaurant of Mt. Etna (it was clear one night and we could see eruptions) , Taormina and Ionian sea. Excellent, gracious service in hotel and restaurant. Our deluxe double bedroom was a little small, but there was an extensive drawers in the alcove closet area. the bathroom was spacious and well equipped. Street parking is free but and is in most of Italy, challenging. Only tiny plunge pool. Pistachio crusted lamb excellent, Other meal and Breakfast had a nice variety and was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was excellent. Exceptional staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kwame, Palo Alto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, good service, great view.
Warm, welcoming staff, valet, restaurant staff. Helpful and appreciated their recommendations. Bend over backwards to please their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place to stay when visiting the Taormina town.
Fabulous location with exceptional views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing boutique hotel. Spectacular view, wonderful staff, great breakfast. Concierge incredibly helpful Convenient hotel shuttle into town.

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are many wonderful things about Taormina. It's a magical place. But for us, our Taormina experience was exponentially enhanced by our stay at Hotel Villa Ducale. It is an exceptionally beautiful property, with stunning views of the town, the sea, the coastline, and mount Etna. We absolutely loved our suite, with its private entrance and the view of the coastline, its exquisite décor, super comfy bed, and unexpected amenities such as free drinks in the fridge, and Etro toiletries and Etro robe. After a day of sightseeing, we looked forward to unwinding at the terrace with a glass of wine overlooking the most majestic view of Sicily we could only have dreamed of. I could write an entire essay on the staff, which was as impressive as the views from the hotel. From the reception office to the wait staff and bartender, to the person in charge of parking our car in an impossibly tight and coveted spot, they made our stay unforgettable. Taormina is a very busy, crowded, and noisy town. Hotel Villa Ducale is quiet and peaceful. It provided us with the space to rest well and recharge. The hotel is well located, between Taormina and Castelmola, (about 15-20 minutes walk to either town), an added benefit, since parking is virtually impossible.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with excellent customer service, fantastic food and spectacular views. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely magnificent. The property, the staff from front desk to dining to the gent who drove the shuttle bus were so incredibly friendly and hospitable. Could not be more happy with the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MANYA, valencia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing. Our villa was exceptional. Staff at the front desk and the restaurant were above and beyond. Great restaurant. Breath taking view. Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing property! The views are incredible. The breakfast was awesome and the restaurant is amazing! All the staff there was amazing and very helpful

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jummaida

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the hotel has beautiful views of the water, the location is very inconvenient to get into town. The staff is hit or miss with many of the workers quite rude and unhelpful and we were overcharged multiple times by the taxi companies that the hotel recommended. Be aware, the shuttle service offered by the hotel is offered at very random times and even if you reserve ahead of time, they sometimes forget and do not honor. Would recommend staying closer to the main location and spending your money at a more welcoming place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keely

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beautiful and the staff were so kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with breathtaking views. We stayed in the suite with a sea view looking out at the shore of Italy. Staff was very helpful and attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views. Incredible staff. So accommodating and very informative- they were all so pleasant and offered incredible suggestions. Always ready to help. Room 12 was absolutely amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023