Set in the stunning cliffs of Sicily\u2019s North-Eastern coast, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo offers a glamorous, picturesque retreat that\u2019s bursting with character. Opulent Italian flair and baroque architecture are in abundance in each of the 71 rooms and suites; drench yourself in the setting Mediterranean sun whilst lounging on the expansive terrace, overlooking a coastline of rugged rocks, inviting seas and the twinkling crepuscular lights of Capo Taormina (an inhabitant of which was purportedly the inspiration for DH Lawrence\u2019s infamous Lady Chatterley).<\/p>\n
Picture-perfect, and a stone\u2019s throw from an ancient Greek amphitheatre, panoramic views of the coastline and the majestic Mount Etna, as well as a secluded private beach in the bay of Mazzar\u00f2. The Belmond\u00a0Grand Hotel Timeo was the first hotel to be built in Taormina and nestles amongst classic terraced gardens and a verdant, dramatic coastline. The hotel is easily reached by hire car or transfer in just under an hour from the island\u2019s Catania airport, or for the more romantic (and perhaps less time-constrained) traveller, take the train to Taormina-Giardini Naxos Railway Station, soaking in the sights of Italy as you rattle through the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of Rome.<\/p>\n
Spacious, luxurious and lavish \u2013 enjoy an al fresco breakfast on your balcony or terrace before hopping aboard the complimentary two-hour boat tour available, departing from Giardini Naxos. Opt for a Suite Superior or Suite Deluxe for stately marble bathrooms and beautifully furnished living area, and if you\u2019re going to need a private mini hydro-massage pool and 200 square meter terrace with 180 degree views we\u2019d recommend the Presidential suite (don\u2019t blame us when you find yourself reluctant to pack your bags).<\/p>\n
A trip wouldn\u2019t be complete without renting one of the hotel\u2019s vintage Fiat 500s on offer \u2013 button the top down and feel the wind in your hair as you wind between ancient Sicilian villages, stopping along the way to discover baroque churches, small fishing villages, and perhaps most importantly, local wineries. Film buffs note \u2013 Francis Ford Coppola’s \u2018The Godfather\u2019 has scenes filmed in the ancient towns of Savoca and Forza d\u2019Argo, which are a short, scenic drive away. If, however, playing the Italian Mafiosa doesn\u2019t quite float your boat, book yourself in for a spa treatment at the wellness center, quietly hidden within the five acres of sumptuous gardens surrounding this luxury hotel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Set in the stunning cliffs of Sicily\u2019s North-Eastern coast, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo offers a glamorous, picturesque retreat that\u2019s bursting with character. Opulent Italian flair and baroque architecture are in abundance in each of the 71 rooms and suites; drench yourself in the setting Mediterranean sun whilst lounging on the expansive terrace, overlooking a coastline […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":101059,"featured_media":200297,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1456],"tags":[],"country":["Italy"],"class_list":["post-185197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized-us","country-italy","region-sicily-and-the-aeolian-islands","type-hotel","need-to-challenge"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n