HOTEL SUMMARY
Where 19th-century English aristocracy meets Sicilian coastal splendor, Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare transforms a private villa into Sicily's most intimate luxury retreat. Perched on the crystalline Bay of Mazzarò, this Sicily luxury hotel captures the essence of la dolce vita through its exclusive beachfront setting and understated Mediterranean elegance.
Built in the late 1800s by English aristocrat Robert Trewhella, Villa Sant'Andrea evolved from private residence to boutique sanctuary when his son converted the property into a hotel in the 1950s. Joining the prestigious Belmond portfolio in 2010, this 5-star hotel Sicily maintains its residential intimacy while delivering world-class hospitality. The property has earned recognition as one of Taormina's most exclusive retreats, where guests are welcomed with homemade lemonade and treated like cherished friends returning to a beloved family estate.
The hotel's 70 accommodations, ranging from 212 to 860 square feet, showcase refined Sicilian design through marble bathrooms, private terraces adorned with vibrant geraniums, and thoughtful touches like local almond milk and cookies upon arrival. The crown jewel remains the two-bedroom Pool Suite, featuring a private heated pool and furnished solarium surrounded by terraced tropical gardens. Each Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare suite incorporates Sicilian ceramics, woven rattan bedheads, and framed antiques, while delicate LabSolue scents perfume premium accommodations with tangerine notes.
Culinary excellence defines the guest experience at Ristorante Sant'Andrea, where impeccable Sicilian cuisine showcases just-caught frutti di mare and handmade pasta with shellfish and Verdello lemon on a panoramic terrace overlooking the bay. The alfresco garden spa highlights Mediterranean treatments using refined Sothys products, while guests enjoy access to comprehensive spa facilities at sister property Grand Hotel Timeo. The heated infinity pool overlooks the Ionian Sea, complemented by six luxury beach cabanas and direct access to the hotel's private pebble beach.
Complimentary daily boat cruises explore nearby caves including the famous Grotta Azzurra, while shuttle transfers connect guests to hilltop Taormina in ten minutes. From wine-tasting adventures on Mount Etna to candlelit beach dinners and sailing trips to artistic Filicudi, Villa Sant'Andrea curates experiences rooted in Sicilian nature and culture. This best luxury hotel in Sicily offers an unparalleled blend of historic charm, personalized service, and coastal tranquility for discerning travelers seeking authentic Mediterranean luxury.