Isola Bella — Beautiful Island — is a tiny nature reserve connected to the mainland at Taormina's Mazzaro Bay by a narrow sandbar that can be waded across in seconds, its rocky shores offering exceptional snorkelling in the crystal-clear Ionian Sea. The island and its surrounding marine reserve are protected as a natural monument, and the beach on either side of the sandbar is one of the most photographed spots in Sicily. Hotels near Isola Bella in Mazzaro are directly at sea level below Taormina, connected to the clifftop town by cable car.
Our Picks — Taormina
Upper Town / Gardens
Charming boutique with stunning sea and Mount Etna views, botanical gardens, peaceful pool oasis. A 4-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
Mazzarò Beach
Luxury beachfront retreat with sea-view pools, spa, and panoramic Ionian Sea vistas. A 5-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
Corso Umberto
Historic 19th-century villa boasting panoramic terraces, lush gardens, Etna views. A 4-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
Via Pirandello
Family-run gem with spectacular Ionian Sea and Etna views, near public gardens. A 4-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
Historic Centre
Modern elegance in historic center with rooftop pool, bar, and sea views. A 4-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
Teatro Greco
Iconic Belmond hotel opposite Greek Theatre, offering Etna-coast panoramas and spa. A 5-star property that delivers quality and character in equal measure.
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