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Hotel Continental

3.0 star property
Central hotel with a rooftop terrace connected to the convention center in Taormina

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Terrace/patio
Exclusive Villa | Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Exterior
Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
In the heart of Taormina City Centre, Hotel Continental offers a warm welcome with its rooftop terrace, coffee shop/cafe and beautiful garden. Guests can unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services and enjoy in-room WiFi while appreciating the helpful staff who made previous guests' stays memorable.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, City View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Exclusive Villa | Terrace/patio

Exclusive Villa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Detached private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bidet
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Via Dionisio, 2/A, Taormina, ME, 98039

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza IX April - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Greek Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cisterna Del Moro Taormina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Luraleo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante il Ciclope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Niclodi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Napoletana - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Continental

Hotel near Corso Umberto
Near Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre, Hotel Continental provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Continental include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets and hair dryers
  • 22-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant 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 3.00 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 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 20 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 IT083097A1RNRKR3ZM

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
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

Continental Taormina
Hotel Continental Taormina
Hotel Continental Hotel
Hotel Continental Taormina
Hotel Continental Hotel Taormina

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Continental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Continental?

Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Continental?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Continental?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Continental provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Continental located?

Located in Taormina City Centre, this hotel is steps from Taormina Archaeological Museum and Corso Umberto. Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Taormina Giardini Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Hotel Continental Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 612 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 612 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 612 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 612 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 612 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, prompt responses to inquiries and requests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great room service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place amazing service. And an incredible rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarynne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The room and view were beautiful. Room was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is located in a fabulous setting. The Sky bar is awesome - so you start the day with a good breakfast and great view. We were very well looked after by reception staff Dario and Myra and Denise who ran the service for evening cocktails and meal was super efficient and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful wellcom gift and lovely room! Staffs were very helpful and friendly. Nice breakfast and service. I am so happy with this experience.
View from sky lounge
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views, walkable to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So glad my family booked this place it was so nice the hotel was super clean, staff was so nice and friendly, the room and views were beautiful. I have recommended this place to so many people already.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great views and convenient access

Hotel Continental has wonderful views of Etna, the sea, and Taormina from the terrace and the dining room. It is also (relatively) easy to access in a car compared to many options in town, but also only a short walk to the Main Street. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay in Taormina. The location is great for everything and the staff were very helpful. It has a great roof top bar with fantastic views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Azita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and professional staff, young, helpful, and multilingual.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel. Very good location. The staff was so friendly and so nice. The room has everything you need and was very clean. We had an amazing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location was excellent. Staff was exceptionally attentive My only complaint was the dumping of empty bottles at 6AM
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great place! Convenient and with a rooftop view that was simply a dream!

10/10 Excellent

S

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

Great find

Fantastic hotel, Brilliant location, excellent staff, extremely beautiful town. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, 2 minutes waking from the Main Street of Taormina, wonderful roof top terrace, had a very nice room with balcony and sea view, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly - upgraded to corner balcony room upon arrival without even asking - excellent service- and could literally see Aetna from the outer deck and from the bed out the window. Parking was not a concern as there is parking out front and valet, both for a fee. Location provides view also from lovely rooftop bar and restaurant and is located next to a popular and famous local pizzeria/ restaurant. Easy walk to main area via « secret «  garden walkway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Continental

2 night stay in Taormina at the end of our Sicily trip. Room was clean and comfortable. The only issue is the water coming from the bathroom sink stunk of sulphur. The shower water did not smell. Otherwise, the location was perfect. Conveniently located near Corso Umberto!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. Location could not be better, and the view from the terrace is the best we found in town. The best part, though, was the staff. They were incredibly helpful before and during our visit with transportation around the island. Very nice people as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent. They really went out of their way to make our stay great. The rooftop bar was worth the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gennaro

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Room and patio/balcony floors could be cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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