Follow in the footsteps of Audrey Hepburn and Sophia Loren and experience the glamour, romance, and luxurious lifestyle at the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo. Located next to an ancient Greek theater, the hotel's 71 guest rooms are decorated in exquisite Italian Baroque style, with most offering fantastic views of the sea and Mount Etna. Stroll through the city, admire local crafts, and then visit the hotel's wellness center, set in a green park, to enjoy a spa treatment with local flowers and fruit essences. Dinner on the terrace overlooking the majestic Mount Etna offers tempting Michelin-starred Sicilian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Relax in the spacious gardens of the excellent wellness center and pamper yourself in Sicilian style. The treatments use only natural, organic products with healing herbs and flowers from the region. Neroli oil is used regularly and conveys a feeling of peace and well-being. From culinary master classes to impressive sights, Sicily is also perfect for culture lovers, gourmets, and nature lovers. Don't miss a trip to Europe's largest volcano, Mount Etna. A helicopter flight over Sicily's fascinating landscape is also an unforgettable experience.
The spacious suites and rooms of this luxury hotel are spread across the main building and the adjacent Villa Flora. Most offer fantastic views of the terracotta-tiled roofs of the medieval town and the headlands lapped by the Ionian Sea. The presidential suite is particularly luxurious, with two king-size bedrooms and a spacious terrace, a whirlpool, and an epic panoramic view of the noble peak of Mount Etna. Enjoy Sicily in all its splendor, with plenty of space and complete privacy.
The hallmark of the hotel is Otto Geleng, a restaurant with only eight tables. Here you can expect a culinary sensation inspired by the German painter and Taormina legend Otto Geleng. Chef Roberto Toro's Michelin-starred menu is a culinary twist on classic Mediterranean cuisine. At the Timeo Restaurant, you can feast on a successful blend of Sicilian and Mediterranean cuisine, using local ingredients such as cherry tomatoes from Pachino and pistachios from Bronte. Classic Italian cocktails and sensational views are available at the Timeo Bar – one of Taormina's most famous bars. D.H. Lawrence, Truman Capote, and Tennessee Williams have all found creative inspiration here.
Set amid beautiful grounds, the imposing and elegant Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo nestles on a hillside surrounded by lush greenery. Enjoy direct views of Mount Etna and the majestic Sicilian coastline, and savor the tranquility and privacy offered by this glamorous hideaway. The rooms and suites, furnished in typical Sicilian style, feature lovingly designed interiors. Local handicrafts, for example, give each accommodation its own distinctive character. The presidential suite awaits you with a 200-square-meter private terrace with its own jacuzzi.
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