The San Domenico is a truly special place. It is the oldest hotel monastery in the world and it is simply enchanting. As you enter through the stone walls, you feel as if you are stepping into another time. Everywhere you turn, there is something to remind you of the hotel's history including a wonderful little chapel on the second... more

A perfect holiday! Our room was a superior room, linen sheets, large and comfortable with a nice view over the sea. The hotel, an old monastery, has a lot of charm and character that you can seldom find in these big size hotels. The breakfast is the best we have ever had: fresh buns with freshly made mulberry or lemon... more

We just spent a wonderful ten nights ‘honeymoon’ at the San Domenico Palace Hotel and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to anyone seeking a luxurious 5* hotel that truly stands out from the crowd. We never doubted that it would please us (we’d had several personal recommendations) but some of the reviews on Trip Advisor had made us feel slightly uneasy... more

The sheer beauty of Palazzo San Domenico is breath taking. It is a welcome oasis of calm and tranquillity in the non-stop bustle that is Taormina. For us it was the complete package, from the cool solitude of the cloisters, to the sun drenched gardens with stunning views of Mount Etna. The accommodation was graceful and elegant and our balcony... more

we loved the hotel-after some trepidation reading a few of the neg reviews here, we booked a seaview room. room was decent size, very tasteful had a small balcony overlooking formal garden and sea (i think deluxe seaview). staff is very understated but smart. for instance, when you ask directions, instead of giving them, they walk you all the way.... more

We stayed for a few days in April.. We agree with a previous comment that both the exterior and interior is tired and this is borne out by the lack of enthusiasm of the staff. We were shown a room with balcony which due to there being a palm tree overshadowing the balcony was very dark. We asked to be... more

yes beautiful gardens, incredible views. But so run down and dusty, it does not live up to its reputation. We had a flood in our corner room (supposed to be the best) as the window panes are so old, rain goes right through them... would not recommand for any longer than 3 days. Plus the concierge send you to touristic... more

I stayed at Palazzo San Domenico with my wife in August of 2008...It was our first trip to Sicily and we didn't know what to expect...We drove from Catania and finally managed to find our way to the hotel (was a bit confusing)...The hotel itself is in a restored monastery...There is a courtyard in the front and the common areas... more

There are certain hotels that stand out in your memory like an oak towering over a grassy meadow and I am certain that this wonderful place - previously a monastery before being converted into one of Taormina's premier hotels - will be one of them. My job has meant me staying in many a hotel - ranging from the slummiest... more