Villa Angela  

Perched above Taormina in Sicily, Villa Angela blends a tranquil hillside spot with easy access to the town center. Walk to Piazza del Duomo and Corso Umberto, or stroll to nearby Spisone Beach, Bellini Gardens and the Metropolitan Theatre. Expect sweeping views of the Ionian Sea, Mount Etna and the hilltop village of Castelmola.

This super-friendly boutique has just 27 romantic rooms and an intimate, informal vibe. Rooms come with furnished balconies or patios and breathtaking views, plus air conditioning/heating, minibars, LCD TVs (and DVD players in some rooms), bathrobes and slippers, and bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets. Free Wi‑Fi keeps you connected while the setting feels like a private Sicilian residence.

Swim in indoor and outdoor pools or lounge on the panoramic poolside terrace. There’s a poolside bar and a lobby bar/lounge for sundown drinks. Onsite perks include a library, massage room, tour desk, bicycle rental and shuttle/transfer services. The property is pet-friendly and offers private check-in/out, concierge services and onsite parking.

Complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Concierge and shuttle services help with logistics and transfers.

Dine alfresco on the panoramic poolside restaurant terrace serving Italian and authentic Sicilian lunches. Start the day with a complimentary buffet breakfast (served daily), order 24-hour room service, and unwind with cocktails at the bar or poolside.