We arrived back yesterday after spending 5 nights at the Villa Ducale - it was simply the perfect choice! All of the hotel staff were brilliant throughout - they were available to help out with anything that you might have needed, and were very friendly indeed! They also gave us various recommendations on where to go, eat etc and it... more

Our second stay - see heading. Yours-truly was actually ill on the last two days and the staff's support was outstanding. Many thanks Paulo, Alessia, Luca, Antonio, Delan, Francesca & Santina. Prossima Volta! more

This hotel gives you everything you are after when on holiday - one of the greatest views on the planet, excellent food and the most fabulous service from all the staff. more

We had the time of our lives in this beautiful hotel. From the moment we arrived until we left we felt special. Special because our every whim was satisfied and it seemed that there was nothing that would be too much trouble for management and staff to help us with. Attention to detail was probably the key. Everyone seems to... more

My wife and I stayed at Hotel Villa Ducale in May. The hotel has received much praise on this site before, so to be brief I will simply say it is the best hotel I have ever stayed in - not necessarily by way of facilities because these largely associated with size - but because of the staff. All the... more

We stayed here for five nights as part of our honeymoon and it really is the perfect, romantic destination. The hotel staff were incredibly helpful, knowlegeable and friendly, nothing is too much trouble for them (even sourced tickets to the Taormina film festival!). The terrace has amazing views of Etna and the bays of Taormina, and we had a gorgeous,... more

The true meaning of hospitality. Impeccable service. Wonderfull facility, setting and service. We are a 50' ish couple from Israel on a week's trip to Sicily. spent the first night at Villa Ducale. We enjoyed every minute and were sorry we didnt plan on staying longer. The location at the top of the hill provided great views of the Etna,... more

Great location - at the top of the hill in Taormina. Very narrow and windy roads to get there - hire a SMALL car (especially to fit it in the car park)! Very Sicilian decor - lots of tiles in yellow and blue designs, and lots of flowers everywhere. Luxurious en-suite, and great view of the sea from the balcony.... more

We stayed at the Villa Ducale in Taormian for seven days in early June 2009. We found it to be one of the best places that we have stayed in on our travels around Europe. Flowers were everywhere and some of the best shots we took were based in the hotel garden and verandah.The staff are extremely friendly, courteous and... more