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Hotel Villa Ducale

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Corso Umberto

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Hotel Villa Ducale

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Exterior
Billiards
Free daily buffet breakfast
Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View, Sea Facing | Water view
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Overview of Hotel Villa Ducale

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
9.8/10 Exceptional

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Map
Via Leonardo Da Vinci 60, Taormina, ME, 98039
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free area shuttle
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

Design Suite, Sea View, Annex Building

  • 365 sq ft
  • 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

  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • Taormina Cable Car - 3 min drive
  • Corso Umberto - 4 min drive
  • Greek Theatre - 11 min drive
  • Isola Bella - 19 min drive
  • Letojanni Beach - 17 min drive
  • Giardini Naxos Beach - 21 min drive
  • Mount Etna - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 61 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 121 min drive
  • Taormina Giardini Station - 12 min drive
  • Calatabiano Station - 16 min drive
  • Furci Station - 19 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • L'Arco - 11 min walk
  • C&G Cioccolato e Gelato - 12 min walk
  • La Napoletana - 13 min walk
  • Villa Zuccaro Taormina - 11 min walk
  • La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - 11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Villa Ducale

A great choice for a stay in Taormina, Hotel Villa Ducale features a rooftop terrace and offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 120 per vehicle. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at La Terrazza, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Hospitality National Protocol (Italy)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 17 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 20 per night)
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Free area shuttle within 2 kilometres
  • Beach shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1940
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

La Terrazza - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and March 16.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 20 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6 PM

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Hospitality National Protocol (Italy).

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
State tax ID - IT01722580832

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Villa Ducale currently open?
The property is closed between November 12 and March 16.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Villa Ducale?
As of Sep 23, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Villa Ducale on Sep 24, 2023 start from $396, excluding 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.
Does Hotel Villa Ducale offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Villa Ducale does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Villa Ducale?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Hotel Villa Ducale?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Ducale?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villa Ducale?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 20 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Villa Ducale?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 120 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villa Ducale?
You can check in from 2 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Villa Ducale and nearby?
Have fun with activities like mountain biking, parasailing, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Hotel Villa Ducale also has an outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Villa Ducale?
Yes, La Terrazza offers alfresco dining and ocean views.
What's the area around Hotel Villa Ducale like?
Hotel Villa Ducale is a short 7-minute walk from Monte Tauro and 10 minutes' walk from Corso Umberto.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

katherine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jummaida, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Judy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Monica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Cindy, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Adrian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff and quiet rooms- Exceptional privacy with breathtaking views of terraced city and Mt Etna. Delicious and varied breakfast. Wonderful
Barbara, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!! Simply amazing!! Best views, staff, and food!!
Dana, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 2-night trip
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