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Villa Angela

Villa Angela

Taormina, Italy

Located high on the hillside above Taormina by the iconic Madonna della Rocca Church, Villa Angela is a small and friendly boutique hotel with a wonderful atmosphere. The family run property is owned by Jim Kerr, of Simple Minds fame.

OUR OPINION:

For clients wanting unrivalled views over Taormina and across to Mount Etna and who prefer to stay away from the hustle and bustle of central Taormina, Villa Angela offers a tranquil base yet is only a short shuttle ride from the town below.

OUR RATING: Medium

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Rooms

There are 27 rooms, all with stunning views of the dramatic coastline below and Mount Etna on the horizon. Inside the decor is warm and bright, drawing on elements of traditional Sicilian style. Each room has a small terrace with sun loungers and inside the rooms have modern amenities of air conditioning, satellite TV and Wi-Fi

Location

The hotel is situated the hills above the historic center of Taormina. On foot you can reach the center with a 2 km (1.2 miles) walk through there are many steps involved-much better for getting down. We suggest taking the shuttle or a local taxi back up to the hotel.

Food and drink

  • Breakfast each morning 7:45am-10:30am is served on the appealing sun terrace to the front of the property and contains a range of tasty Sicilian delights.
  • Lunch menu served 12:30pm-2:30pm.
  • Snack service offered until 10pm.
  • The hotel restaurant doesn't offer a full dinner dining service, however the hotel can assist with a host of recommendations in Taormina.

Facilities and activities

  • Swimming pool
  • Panoramic rooftop terrace and lounge bar
  • 24 hour reception
  • Shuttle service to Taormina and beach club (chargeable)

Tour ideas in Taormina

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Villa Angela as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

Location & places nearby

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    Alternative places to stay nearby

    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

    • Mount Etna summit visit with wine tasting lunch
      Summit crater, Mount Etna

      Mount Etna summit visit with wine tasting lunch

      Mount Etna summit visit with wine tasting lunch

      Mount Etna is Europe's most active volcano. Reaching its summit involves an adventurous trip but reveals much about its history, temperament and geology, which you can then discuss over lunch accompanied by some of the region's finest wines.

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    Taormina and nearby places