Hotel Villa Diodoro, Taormina ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Via Bagnoli Croci 75, Taormina, Italy, 98039

Hotel Villa Diodoro is a renowned establishment with over a century of history, named after the Greek historian Diodoro Siculo. Situated on a hillside, the hotel offers stunning views of Mount Etna and the bay of Naxos. This destination merges elegance and exclusivity in a location rich in art and culture. Guests can experience the charm of Taormina, just a short walk away.

Location

Hotel Villa Diodoro is within a 10-minute walk to the ancient Greek Amphitheater and other attractions like Corso Umberto with shops and restaurants. The property offers a free car park and has shuttle services to a private beach at the nearby Caparena Hotel. The hotel is conveniently located 1.5 km from Taormina - Giardini Naxos and 60 km from Fontanarossa Airport.

Rooms

Accommodations range from twin/double rooms to spacious suites with balconies offering sea views. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bars, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Certain rooms feature additional amenities such as sitting areas and large windows with garden views. Parquet flooring and double-glazed windows contribute to a comfortable atmosphere.

Eat & Drink

The on-site Diodoro Restaurant serves Mediterranean and international cuisine, emphasizing local ingredients in an elegant dining space. Guests can enjoy the ambiance created by soft yellow tablecloths and ornate period decor. Two bars provide options for cocktails or Sicilian wine, either by the pool or indoors. A complimentary breakfast with a variety of cold options is also available.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features an outdoor pool with panoramic views and a wellness area offering massage and aromatherapy treatments. A fitness center is available for guests looking to maintain their routine, while relaxation areas can be enjoyed. Business travelers will find facilities such as a business center and concierge services to assist with any needs.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Double or Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Apartment Sea View Separate Building

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

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Superior Double or Twin Room Sea View

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Taormina500 m

Airports

Fontanarossa (CTA) 58.8 km

Train

Taormina Cable Car - Via Pirandello500 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Room!

“The room was impeccably clean, making me feel right at home from the moment I walked in.” view full review

Relaxing Spa!

“The spa facilities were luxurious and well-maintained, providing a deeply relaxing experience.” view full review

Accessible & Easy

“The accessible facilities were designed thoughtfully, ensuring a smooth experience for everyone.” view full review

Excellent Shower!

“The shower pressure was superb, providing a refreshing experience after a long day.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Lift
Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Fitness studio

Guest Parking

Refrigerator

Services

Free airport shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Free breakfast
Buffet breakfast

Business

Business centre

Children

Cots
Paid babysitting/ Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa centre
Treatment room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room air conditioning
Heating
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Rooftop terrace
Balcony

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Via Bagnoli Croci 75, Taormina, Italy, 98039

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Via Bagnoli Croci 75, Taormina, Italy, 98039

City landmarks

1 Via del Teatro Greco

Ancient Theatre of Taormina

620 m

Square

Piazza IX April

600 m

Island

Isola Bella

1.5 km

Museum

Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano

860 m

Church

Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari

860 m

Parking area

Porta di Catania

1.1 km

Salita Palazzo Ciampoli

Palazzo Ciampoli

710 m

Museum

Casa Cuseni

840 m

Piazza Duomo 8-9

Quattro Fontane di Taormina

1.0 km

Church

Sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca

1.2 km

Via Madonna della Rocca

Castello Saraceno Casteltaormina via Crucis

1.4 km

Piazza Sant'Antonino 1

Castillo de Castelmola

2.4 km

Nearby

Mall

Corso Umberto

590 m

Via Naumachia

Naumachie

500 m

Church

Santa Caterina

450 m

Museum

Palazzo Corvaja

530 m

Event hall

Palazzo dei Congressi

520 m

Corso Umberto 1

Porta Messina

600 m

Via Luigi Pirandello

Arab Necropolis

210 m

Piazza San Domenico

Chiesa di Santa Domenica

340 m

Via don Bosco

The Odeon

480 m

Piazza IX Aprile 7

Caffe Wunderbar

540 m

Piazza Santa Domenica 1-2

Ceramiche Manago

360 m

Church

Church of San Giuseppe

540 m

Piazza San Domenico de Guzman

Piazza San Domenico de Guzman di Taormina

380 m

Via Luigi Pirandello 24

Chiesa Anglicana di San Giorgio

410 m

Salita Dei Gracchi 4 Letojanni

Good Fellas Art Studio

480 m

Piazza IX Aprile

Torre dell'Orologio

550 m

Viale S. Pancrazio

San Pancrazio Church

540 m

Restaurants

Andreas Restaurant

140 m

Via Bagnoli Croce 88 Di Fronte Alla Villa Comunale

Playa Soleluna Ristorante

230 m

Via Alcide de Gasperi Lungomare Mazzeo

I Giardini di Babilonia

310 m

Via Timoleone 10

Siculishh

300 m

Via Iallia Bassia 26/28

Timoleone Cafe

380 m

Via Timoleone 6 Via Timoleone

La Tavernetta

340 m

Via Timoleone 22/24

Mirage

320 m

Via Roma 11

Al Settimo Cielo del Paradiso

280 m

Via Roma 2

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Stunning sea views

Professional service

Need for refurbishment

Some areas outdated

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.6

Service

7.8

Dining

5.9

Jim

United States, May 2024

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience staying at this hotel. On the positive side, the rooms were maintained to a high standard and had a terrace offering stunning views of Taormina Bay with Mount Etna in the background. However, I had to endure noise throughout the day without much consideration for the guests.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and to a high standard, with a terrace providing a beautiful view of Taormina Bay and Mount Etna.

Service

6.0

The service was a bit hit and miss. While the staff were attentive to a mixed group of guests, some instances of being overly officious and unhelpful were noted.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was very central to Taormina, offering easy access to the main attractions and fantastic views over the bay and Mount Etna. However, the noise levels from the nearby street could be a drawback.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with very little on offer unless additional items were paid for. The limited options did not meet my expectations.

Facilities

The hotel has good facilities, but it fell short in terms of service quality and noise levels. The terrace view and central location were definite highlights, but the noise disturbance affected the overall experience negatively.

Benjamin

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers stunning sea views and overlooks the hills beneath Gardini Nexos and Mount Etna. The rooms are spacious with a furnished balcony facing the beautiful gardens. The service was professional and helpful, but some areas need refurbishment. The location is exceptional, perched high on a mountain with sensational views and easy access to the town. The dining experience is excellent with a wide selection of food available.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and offer a lovely sea view from the balcony.

Service

8.0

The service was professional and the staff were very helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is exceptional, providing breathtaking views and easy access to the town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is excellent with a wide selection of food available.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are in relatively good state but some areas need refurbishment.

Stunning sea views

Need for refurbishment

Katie

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offered small, tired-looking rooms, albeit with excellent views of Mount Etna. The staff were friendly and eager to please, although some service options were limited. The location was superb, minutes away from the bustling center of Taormina. The dining experience was average, needing a bit more variety. Overall, a mix of positives and negatives to consider.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms, though small and worn-out, provided great views of Mount Etna.

Service

7.0

The staff were nice and friendly, but some service options were lacking.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was superb, just a short walk from Taormina's bustling center.

Dining

5.0

The dining was average and needed more variety to improve.

Facilities

The hotel facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Donald

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel has a magnificent Belle Époque design with high ceilings but the room was smaller than expected, making movement difficult due to the queen bed and folding roll-out twin. The service was attentive and friendly, going out of their way to assist, even holding my passport for hours after check-in. The location is perfect for exploring as it is within a short walk to the town center, ancient theatre, and bus station. The dining experience, although in a room with breathtaking panoramic views, lacked variation and enthusiasm. Overall, a charming but somewhat cramped stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room's design and furnishings are magnificent with high ceilings in Belle Époque style, but the space felt smaller than shown on booking, limiting movement with a queen bed and folding roll-out twin.

Service

8.0

The service was extremely helpful and cheerful, willing to go out of their way to assist guests, including keeping my passport for hours. However, there might be room for improvement in some aspects.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location near the town center, ancient theatre, and bus station is perfect for exploring. Flanked by an exquisite garden, the beautiful surroundings enhance the experience.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience, while in a room with stunning panoramic views, lacked variety and enthusiasm, needing a boost to make it a more memorable experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities, although not extensively detailed, are suitable for a comfortable stay, offering the necessary amenities without standing out prominently.

Matthew

United States, November 2023

6.8/10

The hotel offers a room with basic amenities in a small space, slightly old, but with a beautiful terrace and a breathtaking view. The service is a mix of unhelpful encounters but overall courteous and willing to assist. Its location is convenient for exploring Taormina and offers stunning views. The dining experience is lacking variety unless extra items are paid for.

Rooms

7.0

The room, albeit small, provides basic amenities and a lovely terrace with a breathtaking view.

Service

6.0

The staff, though a mix of unhelpful encounters, is generally courteous and willing to assist.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring Taormina and offers stunning views over the coast and Mount Etna.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience lacks variety unless additional items are paid for.

Facilities

7.0

Larry

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms, although smaller than expected, were adequate and had a breathtaking view. The breakfast was basic and didn't quite match the nightly rate. The service was exceptional, with cheerful and attentive staff. The location was ideal for exploring the main shopping area of Taormina, and the dining experience, while not exceptional, was okay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though on the small side, offered a lovely view that was truly breathtaking.

Service

9.0

The staff were amazing to deal with - very helpful and friendly.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was perfect for strolling into the main shopping area of Taormina and enjoying views of the coast and Mt Etna.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was just okay, nothing special, although some improvements on the food variety would be great.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but there were a few aspects that could be improved.

Harold

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers rooms that are smaller than expected but come with a complimentary use for the day. The service is friendly and attentive. The location is perfect for exploring the town center and nearby attractions. The dining experience lacks variety but offers a beautiful room with evening drinks on the patio. Facilities are adequate but nothing extraordinary.

Rooms

7.0

The room was smaller than shown on booking but was clean and comfortable for the day.

Service

8.0

The front desk staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful when needed.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is perfect, with easy access to the town center and nearby attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was good but lacked variety and needed some excitement.

Facilities

7.0

Basic facilities provided; nothing extraordinary.

Robert

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with its stunning views of the sea and Mt Etna. The rooms offered all the basic amenities one could need, and the location was ideal for exploring Taormina. The dining experience had its highs and lows, but overall, the service was exceptional.

Rooms

8.0

My room on the south-east side had a breathtaking view of the sea and Mt Etna. It was equipped with all the essential amenities like a minibar, television, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, and reliable WiFi. The ground-floor location near the pool made access easy.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was outstanding. The staff, including Franco the Maitre 'd and his team, were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout my stay. They were always ready to assist with a cheerful attitude.

Location

7.0

The hotel's proximity to Taormina's main attractions was perfect for exploring the town easily. It was also close to the Greek Theater, making it convenient for sightseeing. However, some initial information at check-in could have been more comprehensive.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the food overall was fresh and local, there were some inconsistencies like tinned fruit and less attentive service. However, the staff made up for it with their helpfulness.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered adequate facilities for a comfortable stay, including a pool and other basic amenities. However, there were minor issues like cutlery leaving marks on hands that could be improved.

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John

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.8/10

I had a wonderful time at the hotel. The rooms were quiet and comfortable with a view of the parking lot, and having a common balcony was a nice touch. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to make us feel special. The location was perfect for exploring Taormina, and the dining experience was average. Overall, a great stay with excellent service and comfortable rooms.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quiet, comfortable, and had a view of the parking lot. The common balcony added to the experience.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely accommodating and made us feel special. They assisted with luggage and were always ready to help.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was central to Taormina, with easy access to attractions like the Greek Theatre and the public gardens. Great views and close to the town center.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average. The restaurant offered hot pot dishes with a view but could have been better.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had various services available, such as room service, car hire, and shuttle service.

Great location

Average dining