Alcantara Resort  

In Gaggi, tucked into the Alcantara valley and close to the dramatic Alcantara Gorges. About 7 km from Taormina and roughly the same to Giardini Naxos beach. A bus stop sits 150 metres away with links to nearby beaches and towns; train stations are about 15 minutes by public transport. Catania, Mount Etna and Castelmola are all an easy 20–30 minute drive. Adults-only resort.

Spread across small Sicilian-style villas in a 15,000 m² garden. The 21 air‑conditioned rooms are bright, classically furnished and come with private balconies or terraces. Expect minibars, satellite TV, DVD/CD players, piped music, safes and en suite bathrooms. Rooms feel roomy and simply elegant.

Two outdoor pools, a hot tub and sun terraces with loungers and parasols. Tennis court, horse-riding access and beach lounger service. Il Picciolo golf course sits about 6 km away. Wake up to garden views and occasional sea breezes.

Conference facilities and a business centre on site. 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, train-station pick-up service and free self‑parking. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the property.

On-site restaurant, café, bar and poolside bar serve meals and drinks. Breakfast is available for a fee, and limited-hours room service lets you dine in your villa.