Villa Britannia B&B
Via Francesco Atenasio N 18, 98039, Taormina, Sicily Italy
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#2 of 150 B&Bs / Inns in Taormina
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4.8
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5.0
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4.9
Villa Britannia is a small, exclusive, boutique B&B located in the centre of Taormina, surrounded by Sicilian gardens in a quiet position with views over the sea and the city. Villa Britannia is also an ideal place for those with a love of food and wine; we organise throughout the week cooking lessons, Sicilian wine tastings, aperitif, evenings with locals, and more. We want you to feel at home but experience and taste a true side of Sicily.
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Great choise if you are looking for a B&B in Taormina. The athmosphere and surrounging of the house is beautiful and homely. The area is peaceful and within a short walk from the city. Be in time - there are only two rooms to be rented. We stayed at Truman Capote suite where you have an amazing view to the area.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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What a unique experience! We had a private cooking lesson with local chefs, made our own YUMMY pasta and tasted multiple wines on the fabulous terrace at this lovely Italian villa. Can’t say enough nice things about the quality of the food and hospitality of the owner Louisa and her chefs. This might be our top activity during our trip to Sicily and we have traveled to Italy often. Our grown sons had a blast and plan to cook the recipes for friends when they return to the U.S. You must try this wonderful outing with your friends or family!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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When we travel, we often wonder if the places we select on line can be as good or better than what we see online. In the case of Villa Britannia, our 5 night stay exceeded our wildest dreams. Upon arrival at the Villa after a day long train ride from the Amalfi coast, we were met by the charming Louisa who owns the villa. The Villa is nested in the hills surrounding the city, but a short and easy 10 minute walk into the historical center. She quickly had us settled into the Truman Capote Suite and offered us a bottle of incredible red wine. We were her first guests of the season and the only guests, so we were able to enjoy the Villa as our own home. Every morning, Louisa offered us breakfast on the terrace. Breakfast consisted. of fresh tomatoes, olives, oranges, eggs, etc. and delicious coffee and served whenever we wanted. She also offers selection of wines to enjoy during your stay at a reasonable prices. One afternoon, she prepared us lunch after a cooking class for some other people. Some nights, we just elected to eat the Villa and enjoy the selection of the wine and the beauty of the home. Our room was comfortable and quiet with an expansive bath and a terrace with a stunning view. Louisa was always available as needed to help us with dinner reservations, advice on sight seeing and even ordered a pizza delivery for us one evening. She was a wonderful host and we plan to return. Taormina was beautiful and the Villa Britannia is the perfect place to stay. …
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Our stay in Villa Britannia was absolutely magical. My husband and I, along with our three girls spent three glorious nights in this utterly captivating and charming villa, which boasts stunning sea views, spacious and comfortable rooms, and a decor aesthetic that is an artist's dream! We were welcomed by the kind, generous, and brilliant host Louisa, whose warmth and depth of knowledge about her city and the region was truly impressive. The food and drink were exceptional and we felt pampered throughout our stay. We were only saddened not to have been able to take part in the renowned cooking classes offered at the villa, but we are already planning our return trip and will certainly not miss out the next time!! We cannot speak highly enough of this beautiful and perfectly situated place. An experience that is not to be missed!…
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Date of stay: March 2023
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If you have to e chance to stay at this Villa you should. One of the most charming, beautiful villas we have stayed at. The interior design is amazing with local touches throughout the Villa. An amazing bar and outside Terrance looking at the ocean. 5 min walk to city center. A perfect location. The owner Louisa made the whole experience from booking to our department perfect. She is truly a local gem. We did the cooking class with her and she help arrange dinners and transformation. C ant wait to go back.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Four of us--my wife and I and another couple--stayed at Villa Britannia for four nights in October. With only two rooms, the Villa was effectively a private residence for us only better, since Louisa, the proprietor, made an excellent, cooked breakfast to order each morning. In addition, she also provided unlimited assistance in optimizing our experience in Sicily with respect to restaurants, activities, and transportation. Having access to a living room and outdoor porch, each, like our rooms, with a view of the sea, was magnificent. Louisa frequently asked that we make ourselves at home; Villa Britannia very much felt like our home to us during our stay. We partook in a cooking class with Louisa and Elvira (sp?), a highly accomplished Sicilian chef. The class was excellent and the lunch consuming what was prepared comprised our best meal during the trip. Bottom line: when visiting Taomina, stay at Villa Britannia for a wonderful experience with a most accommodating hostess. Moreover, the value Villa Britannia provides for a moderate tariff is outstanding.…
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Villa Britannia is beautiful and a jewel in the crown of Taormina, just 5 minutes walk from the centre which offers guests a tranquil stay. Louisa was amazing; she graciously organised all our transfers, informed us of the best restaurants and booked on our behalf without hesitation. This gave us the best seats in the house or on the balconies, thank you so much Louisa. The Villa comprises of two generously sized rooms; ours had a large patio balcony with sea view which had two loungers, chairs and marble table, a great vista with drinks. We had a great selection of continental breakfast everyday with additional items and always a large array of fruit and juices. Please ask for the poached eggs… it’s a must! Nothing was too much for Louisa as she was an incredible host; warm and passionate about Sicilly and the local area, her knowledge enabled us to visit the best parts. This saved us time and money. We participated in a cookery class and learnt some new skills, the chef Avenna (apologies if spelt incorrectly) was wonderful, very professional in her attitude and love of Sicilian food, always smiling and helpful in her style of teaching/ cooking. We loved the food so much we asked for a private dining experience and even though it was short notice Louisa was willingly able to arrange. We loved her choice of wines, all locally sourced. We recommend a boat trip along the coast and stop off at the Lido La Pigna for lunch, superb choice of seafood available, again ask Louisa to book, they considered Louisa to be their friend and showed us to the best seat overlooking the bay. Rosmarino was our favorite restaurant; great food, hospitality and value. The Villa is a great location for couples; families with children and people traveling alone, you will never feel alone with Louisa as she made our holiday a special experience. We felt like we’d met an old friend and can’t thank you enough Louisa for your warmth, hospitality and generosity. We will come again soon.…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We had booked this B&B pre COVID, and finally got the chance to visit for 5 days in Early September 22. It was certainly worth the wait. We had the best time, and Louisa was the best host you could ever hope for. We booked the 2 rooms, so had the house mainly to ourselves. It was our 1st visit to Sicily (Taormina), so we relied quite a bit on Louisa for recommendations on restaurants, beach clubs, tours etc, and all were 10/10. Don’t miss the Opera if you visit, it was amazing. We also did the cooking class with Elvira & Louisa. Just the 4 of us, eating what we had prepared, including amazing local wines. What a night! The Villa itself is beautiful. Incredible location, with amazing views over the coastline. Louisa is a star, she made us all feel so special, with no request ever an issue. We can’t wait to visit again one day soon.…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Taormina Stay We had been booked into stay at Villa Britannia over two years ago and due to Covid this had to be postponed. We finally got to stay for a week in September 2022 and wow what a week we had. We stayed in the Villa which has two rooms with family members. Both the rooms were spacious, clean and came with lovely patio areas to enjoy the views over Taormina. Louisa our host had arranged everything for us from our transfer to and from the airport to recommending various restaurants throughout the stay she was fantastic. She greeted us on arrival like a member of her family and this carried on throughout our stay. As with other reviews breakfast was a picture and whatever the combination a great start to the day. The Villa is situated just outside the centre of Taormina, around a 5 minute walk into the centre, this makes the Villa so peaceful throughout day. We were lucky enough to be able to both attend the cookery class and also organise a private dinner at the Villa, excellent, excellent, excellent. We will be back, thank you Louisa for being a great host. Ciao Kevin & Teresa…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My family and I spent an evening cooking and eating at Louisa’s Villa Brittania cooking school. Everything about the experience was first rate without being fussy. We gathered in the picturesque kitchen to learn about good Sicilian cooking while assisting a truly masterful chef. Louisa, a warm, consummate host, narrated the steps for preparing the multi-course meal as we chopped and twisted home-made pasta, drank Prosecco and sank into the experience. Once on the balcony of Louisa’s stunning home in this quiet, lovely Taormina neighborhood, we spent hours enjoying the best meal we had in Italy. It was a memorable night.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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$193 - $207 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ItalySicilyProvince of MessinaTaormina
NUMBER OF ROOMS
2
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Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Britannia B&B
Which popular attractions are close to Villa Britannia B&B?
Nearby attractions include Italian Opera Taormina (0.2 miles), Porta Messina (0.3 miles), and Sicilian Store (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Villa Britannia B&B?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Villa Britannia B&B?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Villa Britannia B&B?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Villa Britannia B&B?
Conveniently located restaurants include St. George Restaurant by Heinz Beck, Pasticceria d'Amore, and L’Arco dei Cappuccini Ristorante Taormina.
Are there any historical sites close to Villa Britannia B&B?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Quattro Fontane di Taormina (0.6 miles), Porta Catania di Taormina (0.6 miles), and The Odeon (0.4 miles).