San Domenico Palace

This charming historical hotel in the heart of the old town of Taormina offers a beautiful view of the bay of Taormina. Guests will find numerous restaurants, bars, shops and links to the public transport network on the hotel's doorstep. Giardini-Naxos beach is around 15 minutes' drive from the conference hotel and the city of Catania, with its train station, is around 50 minutes away. Nearby airports include Fontanarossa (70 km) and Punta Raisi Airport (260 km). The establishment occupies the original building of a former Dominican monastery from the 15th century and was transformed into a hotel in 1896 by Giovanni Rosso, Prince of Cerami. Since then, the hotel has become the most famous hotel-monastery in the world. This historic, air-conditioned hotel comprises 105 bedrooms in total and features a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe and lift access. Other included facilities are cafeteria, bar, restaurant, conference facilities and car park. Guests may also make use of the Internet connection and both the room and laundry services. The bedrooms and suites are located in 2 different wings: the Giardino Wing, built inside the former 14th century convent, and the Grand Hotel Wing, a wonderful Art Nouveau building added to the hotel in 1896. Both reflect history and tradition without sacrifice comfort and modern conveniences. Each room is equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, minibar, Internet connection, satellite TV, private safe, and alarm clock and radio. Each room also has a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub, a double bed and a private balcony or terrace. The hotel has a beauty corner for massages and natural therapies from the Phytomer method. It also has an outdoor pool with a poolside snack bar.


Some of the detailed services may be paid. You can check their rates directly at the establishment. The accommodation can change the way it offers its restaurant service according to needs. This information is subject to change by the accommodation.

Some of the services listed may be considered as extras. Please check with the reception desk upon your arrival. This information is subject to change by the accommodation.