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Hotel Villa Ducale

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Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 6 PM, pool loungers
Property entrance
Billiards
Exterior
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Luxury upscale hotel near Corso Umberto

Located close to Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre, Hotel Villa Ducale provides a free breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle and a rooftop terrace. The on-site restaurant, La Terrazza, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Via Leonardo Da Vinci 60, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Place, Corso Umberto
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Taormina Cable Car
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Greek Theatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Design Suite, Sea View

Design Suite, Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Design Suite in Annex

  • Sleeps 3

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Prestige Suite with Private Mini Pool

Prestige Suite with Private Mini Pool

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Prestige Room with Private Mini Pool | Concierge desk

Prestige Room with Private Mini Pool

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Prestige Room | Property amenity

Prestige Room

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Suite Rooftop

  • Sleeps 2

Exclusive Luxury Suite "The Villa"

  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Taormina

Located in Taormina, Hotel Villa Ducale is by the ocean, a 4-minute drive from Corso Umberto and 7 minutes from Taormina Cable Car. .This luxury hotel is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Greek Theatre and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Isola Bella.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porta di Catania - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Greek Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 12 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar Turrisi - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Napoletana - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Villa Ducale

Hotel Villa Ducale offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 2 kilometers.
Grab a bite to eat at the La Terrazza, a restaurant where you can take in the ocean view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 kilometres
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (EUR 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Terrazza

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and March 16.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 137.50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT083097A1TVQJ7T99, IT083097A1AEFANMYH, IT083097B4BSQ75ID7

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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
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
Pool access available from 9 AM to 6 PM
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Villa Ducale Taormina, Sicily
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Hotel Villa Ducale Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 340 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, wonderful location, fantastic food and wine
Oregon My balcony at night
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant hotel, definitely worth its money. The staff is super friendly, the breakfast amazing and the breakfast outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot beat the view from this hotel of mount etna, the coast and Taormina from above - it was outstanding. You saw this from the restaurant, the infinity pool and also our room. It does mean you are above the town which requires a walk down a fair number of steps into town (and back up) or use of the free hourly hotel shuttle, but the walk is also beautiful and was very doable in October’s mild weather. It also means you are aware from the crowds in a very quiet area. The hotel felt warm and homely and the service was excellent. We loved having a cocktail in the cosy lounge in the evening whilst relaxing on the sofas. Rooms were comfortable with a choice of pillows. Air con was on the noisy side but wasn’t essential for us in Autumn. Parking was very easy on the street outside of the hotel and free. Overall, it was on the pricey side but worth paying a bit more for getting to stay somewhere quite special.
Infinity pool
Hotel room (12)
Hotel lounge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional in every way. Great suit, fantastic views, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Byron

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marisa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeded all expectations in literally every way!

It’s difficult to convey how much this hotel exceeded our expectations. We booked last minute without much in formation about the hotel. The photographs online were mixed. But when we were shown our suite, we were blown away. It was completely brand new. The bed was the comfiest bed we’d ever slept in. The view is the best view from a bed we’ve ever had. The furnishings and products are amazing. Next we explored the pool area. There is an absolutely stunning infinite pool overlooking the sea. Finally, the staff…they were all incredibly helpful, charming, and lovely. We spent the last day of a ten day trip here, and it really made leaving for raining England even harder. Thank you for a wonderful stay. P.s. There is also a free shuttle bus to the town and we were allowed ti enjoy the pool for a whole day after our morning check out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
非常棒
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Great views and excellent service meant we had a really pleasant stay. You are treated like family which is lovely, Breakfast was a good already and the evening restaurant is super with views to match. A shuttle service into the town was a bonus and used everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was magical. We had booked another place and was extremely disappointing. We took the plunge to move places and Ducale came through in the min and nothing but a complete dream. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. The place is beautiful overlooking the sea away from the riff raff. Food was great, bedroom and amenities were all amazing. I wish we had more nights with them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel was fine The food however was disappointinly average at best and needs to be improved .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well-kept regional property ...with great staff and food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful hotel away from the busy town centre.

A beautiful hotel where we were made to feel at home from the moment we arrived. Away from the heaving town centre with stunning views we were warmly welcomed and looked after during our stay. Daniel was a star and provided us brilliant guidance and recommendations.. all the restaurants suggested were a hit! Our room (junior suite) was spotless and very comfortable with a huge bed. If we had one gripe it would be that there was no water provided in the room but had to purchase a bottle at the bar. A small touch of providing a cold bottle of water in the mini bar would have been the final touch on an otherwise perfect stay. The complementary shuttle service to the town was a great touch and we used it regularly… you’re looking at a €20 taxi each way otherwise. The restaurant has stunning views and breakfast was plentiful. Had both dinner and lunch from the a la carte menu and the quality of food was high it not a little pricey. Definitely recommend a stay here and we’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

giampiero

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility with breath taking views. Staff always eager to make your stat memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Far from center of town. No elevator. Only stairs to get your bags and luggage up and down
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is where you want to stay!

This is it! The very best place to stay in Taormina with breathtaking views, amazing service and the most hospitable staff that treated us like VIP’s( Thank you Santina!). I highly recommend this hotel and look forward to going back to enjoy the perfect Sicilian holiday. They took care of our car and parked it safely away during our time in Taormina. We took advantage of the convenient shuttle up and down to the town center(5 minutes away). The view and experience at this hotel is what one dreams about and Villa Ducale delivers it all the way. Stop searching- this is it!!! Complimenti to the staff who made us feel like family and very special. We had an amazing room with a terrace where we enjoyed our lunch- the food was delicious. Every morning the breakfasts were so wonderful- Max always gives you service with his charm! It was hard to leave but we will definitely go back whenever we go back to Taormina!
We never wanted to leave
Unforgettable view
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property. I would highly recommend this hotel. I didn’t want to leave. Views are heaven. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The hotel aesthetic is breathtaking. The walk to town is about 15 minutes downhill, doable plus hotel runs shuttles into town every hour. Stay here, you won’t regret it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was A , overall service was incredibly welcoming and helpful. Suites were very spacious and quite well appointed. Excellent value for the money spent. A wonderful way to experience Taormina in a quiet, luxurious, “up above all” place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Rocky Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Etna was unfortunately cloud covered during our visit, but the views were still beautiful and the hotel is gorgeous. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024