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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

4.0 star property
Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, 9-minute walk to Taormina Cable Car

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Located in Taormina's historic district, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina offers a poolside bar, garden, spa tub, sunny terrace, and seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy an on-site restaurant, bike rentals for Greek Theatre visits, and free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Located in an annex building
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • 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 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
In-room safe
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Desk
Located in an annex building
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Piazza Luigi Pirandello - Bus Terminal, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Greek Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Corso Umberto - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Porta Messina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Spisone Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bam Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Art Mediterranea Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Osteria da Rita - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪stritFUD - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Al Grappolo d'Uva - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

Upscale hotel near Taormina Cable Car
Close to Greek Theatre and Isola Bella, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 146 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 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
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 11 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property 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 13 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 20.00 per day

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, 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 major 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
Property Registration Number IT083097A16SVKAHUQ

We should mention

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

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
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Hotel
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Hotel Taormina

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 11 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Self parking is available for EUR 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Parco Duca di Cesaro, Taormina Cable Car, and Greek Theatre. Corso Umberto and Isola Bella are also within 1 mi (2 km). Taormina Giardini Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 890 reviews

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Stine Büchner

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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. We had wished we were in the main building with some sort of balcony or view but our building was still maintained fairly well and we had a lot of space in our room! We really loved the area since it was very close to the cable car and to the historic city center. We also really loved the hotel for its views, terrace and views. It is important to note parking must be reserved ahead of time! And it is a short but hilly walk. There may also be a long walk to your room so that’s another note! The staff were all very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Amazing hotel location pool and breakfast

Amazing hotel with amazing views. Best pool breakfast above and beyond It’s right near the bus stop so you can actually catch the bus or one euro from the train station which we did not know a very simple location. Easy to walk to the centre. The staff were incredible. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. We had a great corner unit with spectacular view of the water and sunrise. The pool area was nice but I thought I would use the pool during my 4 day stay but never got a chance as the pool was cold and it didn't get much sun in the afternoon because it faces east. The hot tub was cold and the whole pool and hot tub area close at 6pm which was too bad because if the hot tub was actually hot it would be good to be there in late afternoon or in the evening. The hotel is not very modern and the rooms a little dated but in general I think it was a great hotel and about a 10 min walk to the main town. They have parking close by for 20 euro per day but it was not easy to find this hotel in the beginning. Google maps was taking us to a different spot and we had to find a small sign on the street saying to snap a pic of the QR code for the instructions on how to get there by car. When you park it is very confusing how to get to the main reception, you are just walking up these stairs, walking into the building through the pool area, take the elevator to the second floor which you exit in the patio area and walk across the patio to the entrance of the reception. Staff was friendly and they helped us get to the parking area which was in the property next door. Breakfast was big but there wasn't that much variety day to day. I would recommend to stay here but make sure to get a nice waterview room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent stay

We would definitely stay again. Very beautiful hotel with great yard and pool area, perfect location next to main bus terminal and beautiful view!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Sicilian food
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosaria

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

Amazing views from dining areas

This is a reasonably priced resort style hotel with a lovely ambience. The weekly Sicilian Night was fantastic with a feast of Sicilian food and live music. Terrific breakfasts as well as open air terrace dining. So glad we chose to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolute favorite of mine. Bar super fun. Service is impeccable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elen Johanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with only a short walk to the city centre, bus station and cable car. Nice and relaxing pool area.

8/10 Good

Antti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea view is perfect. Frendly athmosphere. Nice pool area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice and helpfully!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The Ariston is perfectly situated in Taormina, a very short walk to all of the restaurants, bars and shops, as well as being close to the cable car or steps which take you the beaches, including easy access to Isola Bella. Buffet breakfast was incredibly comprehensive - one of the best we've been to, and included plenty of fresh coffee and freshly squeezed local orange juice. The pool and pool area was amazing. Our room, in the Palazzo, was quite dated, but was a big triple and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There are breathtaking views from te hotel. The bus station is very close and it's a walkable distance from downtown and many options for dinning. The breakfast is amazing, lots of options, fresh fruits, fresh orange juice and a Nutella machine! Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Qusay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old property that needs to be renovated
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great base to explore Taormina

Great location. Rooms are a little tired. Staff seem a bit frazzled. Breakfast lovely. Evening meal ok. But lots of other nice places to eat in Taormina. Great base to explore Taormina. Pool nice. Don't bother with the Godfother tour.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iiro

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

Amazing hotel with perfect location

Really nice hotel with beautiful views and great location. Everything was within a walking distance from the hotel. The pool was nice and clean. Breakfast was also really good. Pictures doesn’t do justice to the hotel. It was much better than we thought. All in all great place and we truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

marian

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

Very fancy hotel next to the interbus terminus

Very nice. Beautiful views. Lovely gardens. Enticing swimming pool. 10 minute walk to main tourist area. Staff very friendly and helpful. There is a lift from near the carpark to motel level.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shadi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very old and noisy. You can clearly hear when the sound from other rooms when they go to the bathroom! That was awful experience Just avoid this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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