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Via Teatro Greco 59, 98039 Taormina, Sicily, Italy
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Grand Hotel Timeo by Orient-Express
Ranked #10 of 92 hotels in Taormina
4.5 of 5 stars 101 Reviews
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London
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“Beautiful Hotel / Amazing Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

We stayed 10 nights in the Timeo last June - we had booked a suite with a balcony thinking we would be able to sit out on it, we arrived late to be shown a beautiful room overlooking the pool but the balcony was juliette and you could only stand on it so we were disappointed. We asked to move rooms and the receptionist was very helpful and although they had nothing available that night, showed us a suite the next day with a terrace with a table and chairs and sun loungers. This one overlooked the restaurant and we were a little worried about the noise but it was fine and we were very glad we moved, as we could could have breakfast or lunch up there if we wanted and it was nice when the pool got busy to head back to our own terrace for a while. The hotel itself is beautiful and the location is just stunning. We found everybody to be helpful and efficient. We ate out most nights but did have lunch at the pool restaurant which was very nice, but pricey. We would sit on the main terrace and listen to the pianist and have an aperitif taking in the views which was very relaxing - although he did tend to play the same tunes every night! We took the courtesy bus down to the sister hotel Sant'Andrea a few times and sat on the beach and had lunch which was also beautiful and a bit more informal than the Timeo -the views from the Timeo win though! We went on the complimentary boat trip but there wasn't a great deal of wind that day, it made a change though and was free. There were times when we felt the service in the bars and restaurants was not up to 5 star standard but all in all we had a wonderful stay in the Grand Hotel Timeo!

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  • Stayed June 2011, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Magnifico”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012
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We stayed at this wonderful hotel on the last three days of our Sicilian trip. The hotel looks over the bay and across to puffing Mount Etna - get a balcony room looking that way if you can. The Greek theater is just around the corner. From the moment we arrived we were made welcome with all the charm and gaiety that only Italians know how to deliver so naturally. Martin Pescatore at reception made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived and Simona at the concierge desk exuded patience and help as we changed our minds every minute. Our room was wonderful with a really comfortable bed and excellent bathrooms. Who could ever not mention the gorgeous linen sheets, fresh every day. The restaurant was the high point of our Sicilian eating - the pigeon breast and foie gras was just brilliantly way over the top! Luca and Demetrio were the stars of the restaurant show. Breakfast was of such variety that lunch was never necessary. The only little niggle point was the massage had by my wife - she found mediocre. But who cares, this is certainly one of our favourite hotels and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Top prices? Yes, but absolutely top quality and worth every penny.

  • Stayed May 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great hotel with amazing location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
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We go to Timeo for drinks/food every time we pass by Taormina. The service is impeccable the standards very high and the view simply unique! Timeo is the only hotel that has got direct access to the Greek Theatre from the back and breathtaking views of the bay and Etna from the front.
If you are in Taormina go and have a Kir Imperiale on the terrace.

  • Stayed May 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New York City, New York
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“A bit of history attached to the hotel- OE does it well in Italy!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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This was a great hotel. Fanstastic spacious rooms, gorgeous views of Mt. Etna, great outdoor terrace space, a fasntastic restaurant.
It was just splendid. :) I will go back. The spa and the pool were a nice touch to this wonderful hotel. Its on a very busy street! :)

Room Tip: rooms overlooking Mt. Etna are truely unique!
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  • Stayed April 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Perfecto!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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Have to say this is a great hotel. Ideally situated in the heart of Tiormina - which is itself beuitiful. The hotel is full of charachter, high quality throughout and the staff/service exceptional. The pool was lovely and warm with the gardens outstanding.

  • Stayed April 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Via Teatro Greco 59, 98039 Taormina, Sicily, Italy
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