Al Settimo Cielo del Paradiso In Taormina

Optimal. From the "Settimo Cielo" bar a spectacular view.

While not a “5 star” hotel, I still give it 5 stars. It was just what I needed. It was clean, lovely views, convenient location to the heart of Taormina, and staff was so friendly. Truly felt like I was staying with family. While there is no direct beach, the hotel offers a shuttle to a private beach and provides towels. The breakfast was quite tasty (I loved the complimentary pistachio cream that was provided). There is also valet parking with a loading dock outside the hotel). FYI the parking and beach shuttle were are not complementary but worth the convenience.