Villa Kristina  

Perched on the hills of Taormina on the ring-road to Castelmola, this family-run Taormina hotel sits a few minutes' walk from the famous Corso Umberto. Nearby: Spisone Beach, the Metropolitan Theater and Bellini Gardens. Address: Via Leonardo da Vinci 23D.

Built in the early 1960s and spread over three floors, Villa Kristina has retro, family-run charm and panoramic balconies in every room. Rooms come with a private bathroom (tub and/or shower), hairdryer, TV/Sat, minibar, telephone, heating and seasonal air conditioning; some fridges and safes are available to rent.

Sunny outdoor pool on a terrace with a poolside bar, sun loungers and parasols (seasonal). On-site reception, bar, restaurant, Wi‑Fi, parking, lift, laundry, car rental and a safe-deposit box. Wake up to sweeping views of Mount Etna and the Bay of Naxos from many rooms.

A conference hall can host meetings and small events. Wi‑Fi is available and there's on-site parking and a lift for easy access.

Stop by the hotel restaurant or the bar for casual meals and drinks. The poolside bar serves light refreshments on sunny terrace days.