SETTING & STYLE

The Grand Hotel Timeo occupies an unbeatable position in the historic centre of Taormina, adjacent to the Greek Theatre.  Despite its central location, the hotel is an oasis of calm, surrounded by 25,000m2 of private parkland and beautifully kept gardens, resplendent with cypress, almond and olive trees. The hotel’s panoramic terrace, affords spectacular views over the Bay of Naxos towards Mount Etna. Inside the hotel is truly ‘grand’ with its beautiful vaulted ceilings and opulent furnishings. 

RESTAURANT & BAR

OTTO GELENG Join us in our intimate restaurant, seating just 16 diners, that conjures up the ambience of a noble Sicilian family home. Sit at a table set with baroque-inspired silver cutlery and locally handcrafted table linen and absorb the views. Our Executive Chef, Roberto Toro, has created a menu that tells the story of his Sicily, including his signature dish Otto di Mare. Open from May. Closing day to be defined. Dinner: 20:00-22:00.

RISTORANTE TIMEO Soak up the mesmerising views of Mount Etna and the sea from our spectacular terrace. Feast on Sicilian and Mediterranean specialties, accompanied by irresistible local wines. Open every day. Open every day. Breakfast: 07:30-10:30. Lunch: 13:00-14:30. Dinner: 19:30-22:30.

POOL GRILL Live cooking, stunning views of Naxos Bay and delicious organic ingredients await you in this shaded, fullyrefurbished dining spot. Savour the freshest meat or fish of the day cooked using a Josper Charcoal Oven. Open from June to September. Lunch: 13:00-16:00.

BAR TIMEO Order a cool cocktail and relax as you absorb vistas that have entranced great writers and artists through the ages. Inside, the bar’s elegant Sicilian carpentry and antique fittings evoke a 19th-century winter garden. Enjoy piano music in the lounge area from 19:00 till late. Open every day from 10:00 to 01:00.

POOL BAR Take a seat beside the sun-splashed pool for a spritz or traditional cocktail. Whatever you order, stunning views of Naxos bay are the perfect accompaniment. Open from May to September, 10:00-19:00. The operating hours may vary based on the season.

RELAX

Take a dip in the heated outdoor swimming pool or recline on a sunbed. Towels supplied. Work out with a view, enjoying the latest Technogym equipment and large picture windows overlooking the shimmering sea and mountains. Want to train in your accommodation or in the gardens? Ask reception for the Technogym Case and download the Mywellness app to access a full range of workouts. Treat yourself to a Sicilian-inspired ritual or visit our hair salon for a trim or a glossy new look.

Hop on our complimentary shuttle to Villa Sant’Andrea to enjoy the private beach. Enjoy a sofa, table, minibar, tented veranda and two sun-loungers and exclusive waiter service. Available 08:30-19:00. Hire a private beach cabana and retreat to a personal sea-side sanctuary at Villa Sant’Andrea. Perfect for up to four guests, each is equipped with a comfortable sofa, table, minibar and loungers. Available from 8:30 to 19:00.

Sumptuous, exclusive, yet at the same time very intimate, the Grand Hotel Timeo offers a very special stay in Taormina.

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  Choose from 46 rooms and 24 suites, most with terraces or balconies affording spellbinding views over the coastline. The décor evokes traditional Sicilian style with a charming blend of elegance and comfort. As well as the Timeo Building, guests can stay in Villa Flora, a country house just 50 metres (164 feet) away.

  VILLA FLORA SUPERIOR ROOM Located in Villa Flora, these rooms enjoy views over the attractive courtyard. They feature a king-size or twin beds and some have a balcony. Bathrooms have either a bathtub or separate shower. One room is connecting. Maximum occupancy: 2 people (no extra bed can be added).

  VILLA FLORA ROOM WITH SEA VIEW AND BALCONY These rooms, located in Villa Flora, feature either a king-size or twin beds. Each boasts a private terrace furnished with table and chairs, perfect for breakfasting outside while admiring the views of the Bay of Naxos in the distance. All bathrooms have a bathtub. No connecting rooms. Maximum occupancy: 2 people (no extra bed can be added).

  VILLA FLORA GALLERY ROOM Set over two levels in Villa Flora, with a sitting area on the ground floor and a bedroom on the upper level, these charming rooms enjoy direct sea views or village vistas and some offer a French balcony. All feature two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and the other with a shower. A king-size or twin beds are available. No connecting rooms. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  VILLA FLORA FAMILY ROOM Located in Villa Flora, these rooms offer ideal accommodation for families. They include a living area and sitting room, a marble bathroom with a bathtub and a bedroom with a king-size or twin beds. One also features a balcony and French balcony. One room can also be connected to a double room to accommodate more people. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added)

  DELUXE SEA VIEW ROOM WITH BALCONY OR TERRACE Located in the Timeo Building, each room offers a balcony or terrace, most with beautiful views of the Bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. These rooms, enhanced with typical Sicilian cotto tile floors, feature either a king-size or twin beds and bathrooms with either a bathtub or separate shower. Nine rooms are connecting. Maximum occupancy: 2 people (no extra bed).

  SUPERIOR SEA VIEW JUNIOR SUITE WITH BALCONY Stunning views of the Bay of Taormina are enjoyed from the balconies of these suites in the Timeo Building. The bedrooms, decorated in typical baroque style, feature a king-size or twin beds. All have marble bathrooms with a bathtub and some feature a separate shower. One room is connecting. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  DELUXE SEA VIEW JUNIOR SUITE WITH BALCONY OR TERRACE These suites recall the grandeur of early 20th-century aristocratic Sicily. Located in the Timeo Building, they enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Taormina, with glimpses of Mount Etna, and have balconies and terraces where guests can enjoy breakfast. Bedrooms offer a king-size or twin beds. Marble bathrooms feature a bathtub, and some benefit from a separate shower. Two rooms are connecting. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  PREMIUM SEA VIEW JUNIOR SUITE WITH TERRACE These suites located in the Timeo Building all afford spectacular sea views with glimpses of Mount Etna, and have spacious terraces equipped with sun loungers, chairs and a table. They feature either a kingsize or twin beds. The marble bathroom has a bathtub, and in some suites there is a separate shower. Two room is connecting. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  DELUXE SEA VIEW SUITE WITH BALCONY OR TERRACE Furnished in Sicilian baroque style, these luxurious suites in the Timeo Building all feature living areas, marble bathrooms with a separate shower cubicle, bathtub, beautifully furnished double vanity basins and armoires. The bedrooms have a king-size or twin beds. Amazing views of the Bay of Taormina can be absorbed from the private balcony or terrace. No connecting rooms. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  GREEK THEATRE SUITE This one-bedroom suite, located on the top floor of the Timeo Building, boasts magnificent views of the sea and the Greek Theatre from its inviting terrace. The suite offers a living area and a spacious marble bathroom with separate walk-in shower cubicle and bathtub. The bedroom can be fitted with either a king-size or twin beds. This suite can be connected to a Double Deluxe and to a Junior Suite Executive. Maximum occupancy: 3 people (one extra bed can be added).

  GRAND HOTEL TIMEO TWO-BEDROOM SUITE From its spectacular 300 sq m (3,230 sq ft) terrace overlooking the Bay of Taormina, guests savour a 180-degree panorama, stretching from the medieval village of Castelmola to Mount Etna and all the way down to the Bay of Naxos and the Greek Theatre. The terrace is the perfect setting for elegant private parties and also boasts a Jacuzzi overlooking the sea below. This sophisticated suite, decorated in Sicilian baroque style, is located in the Timeo Building and features two bedrooms, each with either a king-size or twin beds. The marble bathrooms offer a bathtub and separate walk-in shower. No connecting rooms. Maximum occupancy: 5 people (one extra bed can be added).