Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare Review
Featuring a wellness centre along with sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool, the grand Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare is situated 8 minutes' walk from Isola Bella Island in Taormina. Facing bay views, the 5-star hotel is 5 minutes' drive from the perfect horseshoe-shaped Ancient Theatre of Taormina and offers an à la carte restaurant plus windsurfing, snorkelling and diving.
This Taormina hotel serves a buffet breakfast. The on-site Oliviero Restaurant restaurant with seafood cuisine is a part of the luxury property. To cater to every palate, it offers a gluten free menu. Guests can also select from a variety of refreshing drinks at this hotel poolside bar. Guests can enjoy outstanding views from this bar. There is a bar serving Italian food approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Surrounded by gardens, this Taormina property is within 5 minutes' drive of Spisone Beach. Historical sights here include the medieval Corvaja Palace, which stands not so far from the smoke-free Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare.
The private beach is about 15 minutes' walk away. Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare is located about a 5-minute walk from Parcheggio isola bella.
All of the non-smoking rooms are appointed with free wireless internet along with a minibar, and some of them comprise a balcony and a terrace. Guests can use a sauna and a heated towel rack together with a hairdryer.
The grand property lies near a cable car station for the tourists to begin exploring Taormina.
Leisure options include a sun terrace and an infinity swimming pool offered for a surcharge. The Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare features a swimming pool. The Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare also gives guests access to fitness classes at a fitness suite located on site. A 24/7 business centre with a work desk and a xerox are available for those travelling for business.
Impressions
During my visit to Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare, I was impressed by the range of services offered to guests. The room service was exceptional, with prompt and efficient delivery of meals and beverages to my luxurious accommodations. Additionally, the option to hire a car made it incredibly convenient to explore the surrounding area at my own pace. The hotel also offered a convenient dry cleaning service, ensuring that my clothing always looked sharp and presentable during my stay.
The housekeeping team at Villa Sant'Andrea maintained my room to a high standard, ensuring that it was always clean and tidy. The option for grocery shopping service was a thoughtful touch, allowing me to have any essentials or special items delivered directly to my room. Furthermore, the laundry service was incredibly convenient, allowing me to have my clothing washed and returned to me promptly. The airport shuttle service made my arrival and departure hassle-free, allowing me to relax and enjoy the stunning coastal views during my journey to and from the hotel.
The valet parking service at Villa Sant'Andrea was a lifesaver, as I did not have to worry about finding a parking spot or maneuvering my vehicle in the narrow streets of Taormina. The availability of a shuttle service meant that I could easily access nearby attractions and explore the local area without any transportation concerns. Additionally, the option for paid shuttle service and paid airport shuttle made it easy to arrange transportation for longer excursions or travel to and from the airport. The welcome drink upon arrival set the tone for a warm and inviting stay, and the pet amenities available would make it a great option for future visits with my furry friend. The availability of tours and ticket assistance also made it effortless to explore the many cultural and historic attractions in the surrounding area. the range of services at Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, made my stay incredibly enjoyable and convenient.
Positives and negatives
- Perfect exclusive hotel with great views of the beach.
- Beautiful location within a 20-minute walk from the perfect horseshoe-shaped Ancient Theatre of Taormina.
- Surrounded by a hill and a mountain.
- Good buffet breakfast with fresh dishes.
- Impeccable service and great facilities.
- Great prices for the area.
- A few minor complaints about tiny bathrooms.
- Past guests mentioned Wi-Fi was very poor.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- private parking
- spa and wellness centre
- free wifi
- beachfront
- airport shuttle
- family rooms
- restaurant
- bar
- private beach area
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- HBO available
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Infinity pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Pool with view
- Make up services
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Activities for Kids
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Grotta Azzurra 230 m (755 ft)
- Naumachie 1.31 km (4298 ft)
- Riserva naturale orientata Isola Bella 210 m (689 ft)
- The Odeon 1.26 km (4134 ft)
- Ancient Theatre of Taormina 920 m (3018 ft)
- Castillo de Castelmola 2.26 km (1.40 mi.)
- Piazza IX April 1.48 km (4856 ft)
- Isola Bella 360 m (1181 ft)
- Chiesa di Santa Domenica 1.18 km (3871 ft)
- Arab Necropolis 830 m (2723 ft)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 9.5 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $1566 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 67 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 202 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Grotta Azzurra , Naumachie , Riserva naturale orientata Isola Bella |
| 🏆 Rankings | #5 in Taormina hotels near Sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca #6 in Taormina hotels near Ancient Theatre of Taormina #8 in Best 21 Spa Hotels in Taormina for a Relaxing Getaway #8 in Taormina Hotels With Pool #10 in Taormina 5 Star Hotels |