Everything about the Villa Ducale exceeded our expectations. The staff, food, our terrace, were exceptional. Of note, meeting other guests at the daily breakfasts and cocktail hours, enhanced our experience. Nothing occurred during our 8 days and 7 nights that diminished our experience. more

lovely views and friendly staff along with nice food and drink . Delicious local dishes available for breakfast. Great place to get away from it all and just relax and soak up the stunning panorama. Although away from the main town there is a handy cheap bus service and also the hotel has own minibus which can be easily booked.... more

Quite the most perfect breakfast view looking out at Mount Etna. A relaxing place away from the bustle of Taormina. more

Fantastic place to stay. Great rooms, really friendly staff, great balcony to eat and sit on overlooking the see and Etna ... you can see lave flows at night if you are lucky .. albeit a way away. We hired a car and you can park outside easily. The walk down to the town is OK, but it is quite... more

The Villa Ducale is beautifully located with spectacular views of the Ionian Sea & Etna & Taormina clustered down below. Alesia welcomed us warmly & insisted that we have a glass of wine. We didn’t say no. Our room (#30) was one of 3 at the lowest front part of the hotel with a sitting area with a table &... more

We spent two nights at Villa Ducale - and we tried our hardest to stay a third night, it was so fantastic, but it was fully booked! We had the journey from hell before arriving at Villa Ducale (don't ever take a sat nav up a mountain!) but all our concerns were literally washed away when we were greeted in... more

I worked for many years in the travel industry, and I am simultaneously sympathetic to the problems -- and critical of the slide in service I see in so many so-called first-class properties. The Villa Ducale is a marvel. The location is, of course, exquisite -- and the hotel itself is beautifully appointed. The service and attention is remarkable --... more

The service was immaculate with nothing too much trouble. We found them willing to help with travel, places to visit and cosseted with blankets on the cooler evenings. The room was clean and comfortable and the view from the balcony was wonderful. The food is very good but the menu is limited. The surrounding area has lots to offer, with... more

Fantastic location high on the hillside of Taormina with superb views of the sea/bay & surrounding countryside including Etna. Taking breakfast or drinks on the terrace is great with magical views at your fingertips. On arrival we were greeted in the most friendly way & throughout our stay all the staff were very very helpful. Nothing was too much trouble... more