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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

4.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Piazza Luigi Pirandello - Bus Terminal, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Place, Greek Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Corso Umberto
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Taormina Cable Car
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About this property

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a hot tub, and self parking.
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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 Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Taormina Cable Car. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a poolside bar.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Drinking and dining options include a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the helpful staff
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Taormina Cable Car and Corso Umberto
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Taormina hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina has a restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Weight limit: 22 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 12 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 25.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT083097A16SVKAHUQ
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours during certain times of the year.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ariston Hotel Taormina
Ariston Taormina
Hotel Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
Hotel Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina
Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
Ariston Palazzo Santa Caterina
Parc Hotel Ariston And Palazzo Santa Caterina
Parc Hotel Taormina
Hotel Ariston Taormina
Parc Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina, Sicily
Parc Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina Sicily
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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 929 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 929 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 929 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 929 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 929 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort hotel very close to bus stop in truly lovely Taormina
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful setting, amazing sea views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view from the balcony, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fintan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and had a great sea view
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamari

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

Excellent hotel, loved it💖💖 Super staff 💖💖 hi

Excellent hotel, loved it💖💖 Super staff 💖💖 highly recommend 🙌🙌🙌
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Amazing hotel

Amazing hotel and amazing service, the best location, great value, close to everything, will be going back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stine Büchner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good pool, beautiful view, excellent breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helle Skov

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff. Cleaning lady very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, within 15 mins walking of the centre of Taormina. Nice pool and great varied breakfast. Some of the hotel looks a bit tired but it is clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful！
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, nice. Beautiful views. Unfortunately it was raining a lot, and could not use the pool. Area is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The best place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Part of a fly drive around Sicily, this hotel has excellent facilities and entertainment. The village is a ten minute walk and not a flat walk but we managed it twice a day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is within 10 minutes walk to the centre of Taormina, and a 2 minute walk from the bus terminal, with a direct service to & from Catania Airport from the termina. Once in the town, there is an abundance of shops, bars and options to dine out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, polite staff . You have everything that is needed today relax & enjoy Sicilian foods & drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ivana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Neat and clean, but unfortunately the pool was closed when we arrived after a long day of travelling and would have loved to have a swim.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great spot. Needs to be renovated room was very outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful property, needs an update, bathrooms and rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alessandro Is the best bar tender in Italy, hands down. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Filomena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Beautiful views, great staff and overall nice looking property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super beautiful view from the hotel and very nice staff. The hotel room does has thin walls so you may hear your neighbours late at night. The hotel was a convenient distance from the main town which was nice. Great stay overall!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025