Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Taormina, Sicily

Overview

The Hotel

Taormina's original grand hotel, opened in 1873 beside the town's Greek amphitheater, with views across the bay to Mount Etna from nearly every room.

Good to Know

Sicily

Noto's honey-gold baroque, Palermo's layered Norman and Arab architecture, the volcanic coastline of Taormina, and the Aeolian Islands — Sicily is the most culturally rich destination in the Mediterranean.

Location

Taormina, Sicily

Partner Program

Travel Partner

Included When You Book With Us

Bellini Club recognition across Belmond hotels

Room or suite upgrade upon arrival, when available

Daily breakfast for two

Hotel, dining, or spa credits

Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability

Assistance arranging Belmond train journeys (Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, British Pullman)

On Property

Dining & Amenities at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Sicilian Fine Dining

Otto Geleng

An eight-table, Michelin-starred dining room revisiting classic Sicilian cuisine with views toward Mount Etna and the Bay of Naxos.

Sicilian

Ristorante Timeo

A restaurant with dramatic views of Mount Etna and Naxos Bay, serving locally sourced Sicilian favorites.

Bar & Lounge

Bar Timeo

A storied bar once favored by D.H. Lawrence and Truman Capote, serving classic Italian cocktails with regional bites.

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Daily complimentary breakfast for two

Automatic room upgrades when available

Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability

Hotel, dining, or spa credits

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Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

The Hotel

Sicily

Dining & Amenities at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Otto Geleng

Ristorante Timeo

Bar Timeo

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