Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Your Virtuoso amenities at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
About
Grand Hotel Timeo is now open and will close on the 29th of November, 2026.
Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, is a storied hideaway in the heart of Taormina. Set high on rugged cliffs, next to the magnificent Greek Theatre, its views span majestic Mount Etna and shimmering Naxos Bay. Since the mid-1800s, this tranquil enclave has proved irresistible to celebrated writers and Hollywood icons alike. Its famed Literary Terrace has welcomed Oscar Wilde, DH Lawrence and Truman Capote, as well as dolce vita icons Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn.
Though close to the action, the hotel is in its own serene world, far from the crowds. Within six acres of lush parkland, bougainvillea and roses bloom. Guests can cool off in a scenic swimming pool, enjoy alfresco massages and linger over gourmet picnics on the manicured lawns. Sun-filled rooms and suites are furnished in true Sicilian style. Many boast hypnotic views of the coast and Mount Etna or medieval rooftops.
Dining is exceptional here. Michelin-starred cuisine and Sicilian specialities are savoured against a backdrop of sea, sky and mountain. To sip a cocktail on the Literary Terrace, beneath the volcano’s ever-present gaze, is an unforgettable experience.
Exclusive activities include tours of Taormina by Ape Calessino, Sicilian cooking classes with local mammas, wine tastings on Mount Etna and rare access to noble palaces and artists’ studios in baroque Noto. A courtesy shuttle winds down to sister hotel, Villa Sant’Andrea, on a stunning private beach. Luxurious beach cabanas and candlelit waterside dining await.
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Cancellation Policy
HIGH SEASON
Cancellation requests received 14 days or less (60 days or less for Signature Suites and Villas) prior to arrival will incur a penalty of 100% of the value of the entire booking.
LOW SEASON
Cancellation requests received 7 days or less (30 days or less for Signature Suites and Villas) prior to arrival will incur a penalty of 100% of the value of the entire booking.
ALL YEAR ROUND
Early departure fee and no-show penalty: 100% of the value of the entire booking.
The cancellation policy may vary when booking a specific rate or package.
If the value of your booking is more than 25,000 Euro, special cancellation policies will apply.