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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
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Aerial view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Piazza Luigi Pirandello - Bus Terminal, Taormina, ME, 98039
  • Place, Greek Theatre
    ‪3 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

  • 172 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Annex Building (Palazzo Santa Caterina)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 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
(21 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony

  • 193 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin 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 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)
  • 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Taormina

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre. This 146-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Greek Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Corso Umberto - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Porta Messina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Piazza IX April - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪stritFUD - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bam Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Art Mediterranea Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffetteria Belvedere - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Villa Zuccaro - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina

Guests of Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a business center. If you drive, self parking is EUR 25.00 per day, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a meeting room, and a library.
TVs come with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and safes.
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.

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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 25 per day)
  • 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 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
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Pet weight must not exceed 22 lbs per pet
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT083097A16SVKAHUQ

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Air conditioning may be restricted to specific hours during certain times of the year in accordance with national or local laws.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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
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Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Taormina
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina on Apr 12, 2026 start from $141, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Taormina, and it's just steps from Greek Theatre, and within a 10-minute walk of Taormina Cable Car and Corso Umberto. You'll also find Isola Bella and Letojanni Beach within a short drive.

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina include a casino?

No, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina for a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per day.

How far is the airport from Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina is Strait of Messina Airport (REG), which is about 24.9 mi away. Another top airport is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is around 29.1 mi away.

Does Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina.

Hotel Ariston & Palazzo Santa Caterina Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 903 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 903 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 903 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 903 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 903 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Giulia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The property is nice once you find it and then traverse up the very steep hill to get there. Not great for older people that are unable to climb hills. The staff were very young and seamed to be in training. Parking is very expensive and around the corner down the steep hill. The room was okay, but the last room on the top floor for Expedia bookings! (See picture). Overall, we stayed in 8 hotels on our tour of Europe and this one was just average.
We were in 458 all by itself, the last room beside the elevator at the end of the hall, on the top floor. Expedia booking room?
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Iane

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

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mould in the room: there’s obviously been a leak somewhere. There was a damp smell also. There was also mould around the AC. Bathroom was very dated. Not sure how the hotel merits a 4 star. Bed had a noticeable ridge on the middle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek, Victoria

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a large hotel with beautiful grounds and pool. It is definitely an older hotel in need of some work, but we were comfortable. Beds and pillows were comfy. The breakfast was very good…lots of variety. The pool area is lovely but when we were there it was closed often. When asked why, they said it had rained in the morning, but it was lovely and warm in the afternoon. They said they had sent the lifeguard home when it rained. The location is good…about 15 minutes walk to the centre of town and the funicular is around the corner. We couldn’t get parking on site but were sent to a place nearby. Complimentary cookies and a bottle of wine were left in our room. We had a balcony with a nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with partner
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

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for the bus station and a short walk to the town centre. Lovely pool area. Very clean. Sicilian night highly recommended. Buffet and food very good. Lots of steps around the hotel but the whole town is very hilly! Those with mobilty issues may struggle. Over-all, a very good hotel and enoyed our stay in beautiful Taormina 😍
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

George

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

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

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

Great location! Pool and close to everything!

Would come back with no hesitation! Hotel was situated on a hill above the sea but with elevators it was totally assessible. Lovely pool, 2 min walk to the bus station that brings you to the train station for 1.1 euros! 4 minute walk to restaurants and 10 minute flat walk to Messina Gate which is where the beautiful streets with restaurants and shops are located. Just a perfect stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Tamari

Traveled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Hasan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a very good location but driving there or renting a car is not a good idea. No where to park, even if you park at hotel's parking paying 20 Euro a day still getting in and out of the area is terrible. By the time we arrived at the hotel and found the hotel entrance it took us 2 hours and very stressful. Hotel is in a very nice location and there is a nearby bus/coach stop if you need excursion. Staff is good but the hotel definitely needs updating. doors, bathroom parts are falling apart. There is too much noise, the noise from the bar/restaurant entertainment being the main contributor. There is no sound insulation so you will hear everything inside next door room and outside. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025