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Grand Hotel Timeo

A Belmond Hotel, Taormina

Teatro Greco 59
Rated 9.5 in 292 reviews

Nestled in the captivating landscape of Taormina, Italy, the Grand Hotel Timeo offers a serene retreat with a blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Perched on a hilltop, the hotel presents breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea and the majestic Mount Etna, which add a spectacular backdrop to any stay.

The Grand Hotel Timeo, renowned for its classical Sicilian architecture, exudes elegance with its beautifully manicured gardens, grand terraces, and sophisticated interiors, which are marked by traditional Italian décor with a touch of contemporary flair. Guests will find the atmosphere both welcoming and refined, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil yet opulent escape.

The hotel's award-winning restaurant showcases the rich flavors of Sicilian cuisine, offering a variety of dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. Dining on the terrace with its panoramic views elevates the culinary experience, adding a scenic dimension to the delicious fare. The hotel also boasts a range of amenities including a wellness center complete with a spa and an outdoor swimming pool, promising guests relaxation and rejuvenation amid beautiful surroundings.

Adjacent to the famous ancient Greek theatre, the hotel's location connects guests to Taormina's vibrant cultural scene, providing convenient access to performances and historic sites. Beyond the town, the scenic coastline and nearby vineyards offer plenty of opportunities for exploration and adventure.

With its exceptional location, timeless charm, and attentive service, the Grand Hotel Timeo in Taormina is an enchanting destination for travelers seeking to experience the splendors of Sicily.

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Climate and Weather

January
 14°
 7°
 15°
 4
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 15°
 7°
 14°
 5
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
March
 17°
 9°
 14°
 6
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
April
 19°
 11°
 15°
 7
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
May
 23°
 15°
 18°
 8
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
June
 27°
 19°
 22°
 10
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
July
 30°
 22°
 25°
 11
Sun hours / day
 30
Rain free days
August
 30°
 22°
 26°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
September
 27°
 19°
 25°
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Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
October
 23°
 15°
 22°
 6
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
November
 19°
 11°
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 5
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 19
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December
 16°
 8°
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 20
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Michelin Restaurants in Taormina and near Grand Hotel Timeo (A Belmond Hotel, Taormina)

Greek theatre
Greek theatre
Ancient Greek theatre
50m / 60yd
Corvaja Palace
Corvaja Palace
Building in Taormina, Italy
280m / 300yd
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
Church building in Taormina, Italy
0.7km / 0.44mi
Castello di Mola
Castello di Mola
Castle in Castelmola, Italy
1.4km / 0.88mi
Grotta Azzurra
Grotta Azzurra
1.2km / 0.76mi
Santa Caterina church
Santa Caterina church
Church building in Taormina, Italy
290m / 320yd
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
Building in Taormina, Italy
0.8km / 0.52mi
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Church building in Taormina, Italy
420m / 450yd
Visitazione
Visitazione
0.6km / 0.35mi
Chiesa di San Pietro
350m / 390yd
San Giuseppe
San Giuseppe
Church building in Taormina, Italy
490m / 0.3mi
Palazzo Ciampoli
0.7km / 0.41mi
San Nicolò
San Nicolò
Church building in Castelmola, Italy
1.4km / 0.86mi
San Pancrazio
San Pancrazio
Church building in Taormina, Italy
360m / 390yd
Chiesa di Santa Domenica
Chiesa di Santa Domenica
Church in Taormina
180m / 200yd
Naumachie
270m / 300yd
Casteltauro
Casteltauro
Castle in Taormina, Italy
0.6km / 0.37mi
Ex chiesa di San Giovanni di Malta
Ex chiesa di San Giovanni di Malta
Former church in Taormina, Italy
0.6km / 0.39mi
Museo Archeologico
0.7km / 0.44mi
Porta Catania
0.8km / 0.52mi
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate
Religious building in Taormina, Italy
0.9km / 0.55mi
Schisò Castle
Schisò Castle
Castle in Giardini Naxos, Italy
3.6km / 2.2mi
Torre Vignazza
Torre Vignazza
4km / 2.5mi
Castle in Forza d'Agrò
Castle in Forza d'Agrò
Castle in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata
Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata
Church building in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa di Gesù e Maria
Church building in Calatabiano, Italy
6.5km / 4mi
Castello Arabo Normanno di Calatabiano
6.2km / 3.8mi
Chiesa dell'Annunziata
6.5km / 4mi
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Religious building in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa di San Giuseppe
6.6km / 4.1mi
Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso al Castello
6.2km / 3.9mi
Chiesa della Madonna del Carmine al Castello
6.3km / 3.9mi
Chiesa di San Giuseppe
Chiesa di San Giuseppe
7.5km / 4.7mi
Chiesa di Maria Santissima Annunziata
6.2km / 3.8mi
Castello di Sant'Alessio Siculo
Castello di Sant'Alessio Siculo
Building in Sant'Alessio Siculo, Italy
8.3km / 5.2mi
Torre Rossa
9.9km / 6.1mi
Chiesa di San Vincenzo Ferreri
Chiesa di San Vincenzo Ferreri
9.3km / 5.8mi
Chiesa di Maria Santissima Immacolata
Chiesa di Maria Santissima Immacolata
Religious building in Fiumefreddo di Sicilia, Italy
9.9km / 6.2mi
Santi Pietro e Paolo d'Agrò
Santi Pietro e Paolo d'Agrò
Church building in Casalvecchio Siculo, Italy
10.6km / 6.6mi
Castello di Pentefur
Castello di Pentefur
Castle in Savoca, Italy
12km / 7.5mi
Santa Maria in Cielo Assunta
Santa Maria in Cielo Assunta
Church in Savoca, Italy
11.9km / 7.4mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Portosalvo
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Portosalvo
11.4km / 7.1mi
Chiesa di Sant'Onofrio
Chiesa di Sant'Onofrio
11.9km / 7.4mi
Chiesa di San Michele
11.1km / 6.9mi
Chiesa di Santa Maria del Rosario
11km / 6.9mi

What to do in Taormina and near Grand Hotel Timeo (A Belmond Hotel, Taormina)

Greek theatre
Greek theatre
Ancient Greek theatre
50m / 60yd
Corvaja Palace
Corvaja Palace
Building in Taormina, Italy
280m / 300yd
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
Church building in Taormina, Italy
0.7km / 0.44mi
Castello di Mola
Castello di Mola
Castle in Castelmola, Italy
1.4km / 0.88mi
Grotta Azzurra
Grotta Azzurra
1.2km / 0.76mi
Santa Caterina church
Santa Caterina church
Church building in Taormina, Italy
290m / 320yd
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
Building in Taormina, Italy
0.8km / 0.52mi
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Sant'Antonio di Padova
Church building in Taormina, Italy
420m / 450yd
Visitazione
Visitazione
0.6km / 0.35mi
Chiesa di San Pietro
350m / 390yd
San Giuseppe
San Giuseppe
Church building in Taormina, Italy
490m / 0.3mi
Palazzo Ciampoli
0.7km / 0.41mi
San Nicolò
San Nicolò
Church building in Castelmola, Italy
1.4km / 0.86mi
San Pancrazio
San Pancrazio
Church building in Taormina, Italy
360m / 390yd
Chiesa di Santa Domenica
Chiesa di Santa Domenica
Church in Taormina
180m / 200yd
Naumachie
270m / 300yd
Casteltauro
Casteltauro
Castle in Taormina, Italy
0.6km / 0.37mi
Ex chiesa di San Giovanni di Malta
Ex chiesa di San Giovanni di Malta
Former church in Taormina, Italy
0.6km / 0.39mi
Museo Archeologico
0.7km / 0.44mi
Porta Catania
0.8km / 0.52mi
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate
Religious building in Taormina, Italy
0.9km / 0.55mi
Schisò Castle
Schisò Castle
Castle in Giardini Naxos, Italy
3.6km / 2.2mi
Torre Vignazza
Torre Vignazza
4km / 2.5mi
Castle in Forza d'Agrò
Castle in Forza d'Agrò
Castle in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata
Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata
Church building in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa di Gesù e Maria
Church building in Calatabiano, Italy
6.5km / 4mi
Castello Arabo Normanno di Calatabiano
6.2km / 3.8mi
Chiesa dell'Annunziata
6.5km / 4mi
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Religious building in Forza d'Agrò, Italy
7.9km / 4.9mi
Chiesa di San Giuseppe
6.6km / 4.1mi

About Taormina

Taormina, a charming town perched on the cliffs of Sicily, offers a variety of experiences that highlight its rich history and stunning landscapes. One of the most significant attractions is the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, an impressive Greek amphitheater that dates back to the 3rd century BC. Visitors can explore its ruins and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea.

Strolling through the Corso Umberto, the main street of Taormina, allows visitors to immerse themselves in local life. This pedestrian thoroughfare is lined with shops, cafes, and historic buildings, making it a pleasant place to wander and enjoy traditional Sicilian cuisine. A visit to the Piazza IX Aprile is also worthwhile, where you can find the beautiful church of San Giuseppe and panoramic views from its terrace.

For those interested in nature, the Gardens of Villa Comunale offer a serene escape with lush greenery and exotic plants. This park, once owned by a British noblewoman, provides a peaceful setting to relax and take in the scenery.

Exploring the Isola Bella, a small island connected to the mainland by a narrow path at low tide, is another highlight. This nature reserve is ideal for swimming and snorkeling, showcasing the clear waters of the Mediterranean.

Cultural enthusiasts may appreciate the Palazzo Corvaja, a historic building that reflects the town's diverse architectural influences and houses a small museum. Additionally, the Church of San Pancrazio and the Cathedral of Taormina offer insight into the town's religious heritage.

Finally, taking a day trip to Mount Etna is highly recommended. This active volcano provides opportunities for hiking and exploring its unique landscapes, giving visitors a chance to witness the geological wonders of the region.

In summary, Taormina presents a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a rewarding destination for travelers.




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