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A lavish British heritage villa with sublime sea views close to Taormina’s town centre.
Sicilian architecture meets English Arts and Crafts style in this historic villa, built in 1908 by the British architect Robert Charles Ashbee. Small (there are just 24 rooms) but perfectly formed, this member of the 'Leading Hotels of the World' group has been lovingly restored with meticulous attention to detail.
Why we love The Ashbee Hotel
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The hotel’s St George Restaurant by Heinz Beck has two Michelin stars
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Citrus groves cascade down towards the clear blue waters that stretch out towards the Italian mainland
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Explore Taormina’s historic heart, just moments from the hotel
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There’s a private beach nearby which can be visited for a supplement or enjoy sea views from the hotel’s own infinity pool
Rooms
As you would expect from a hotel of this calibre, the 24 rooms and suites are a beautiful fusion of original features and modern furnishings with quality linens. Classic Rooms feature a colour scheme that blends chocolate and cream with a hit of magenta. Superior Rooms have a little more space with some featuring an outside terrace. For guaranteed outdoor space, opt for a Deluxe Room or upgrade to one of the spacious and individually designed Suites. These are available with a sea view for a supplement.
These intimate and comfortable rooms feature a modern style.
- air-conditioning
- double bed
- Wi-Fi
- minibar*
- shower
- 18m²
Similar to the Classic Rooms with a window or small terrace overlooking an inner part of the hotel.
- air-conditioning
- double bed
- television
- Wi-Fi
- minibar*
- shower
- 20m²
Spacious rooms with a pretty terrace overlooking the courtyard.
- air-conditioning
- double bed
- television
- Wi-Fi
- minibar*
- bath and shower
- 22m²
Individually designed suites each with its own ambience and a variety of views such as the garden and the San Pancrazio Church.
- air-conditioning
- double bed
- television
- Wi-Fi
- minibar*
- bath and shower
- sofabed
- 28m²
As per the Suites but with a view over the Gulf of Taormina.
- air-conditioning
- double bed
- television
- Wi-Fi
- minibar*
- bath and shower
- sofabed
- 40m²
Facilities
Food is serious business here with a celebrity chef-led restaurant with two Michelin stars. During the day the poolside snack bar serves fabulous cocktails and snacks, while dinner is served in the St George Restaurant by Heinz Beck. Depending on the season, you can choose a table inside or sit out on the terrace among gentle breezes and fragrant lavender. It’s also the perfect spot for a sunset mojito made with fresh mint picked from the hotel’s own gardens.
St George Restaurant by Heinz Beck
An elegant restaurant that offers a fusion of Mediterranean cuisine and English charm.
The Ashbee Bar
Serving morning drinks, light lunches, a classic English afternoon tea as well as a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day.
Roof Terrace
Start your day with spectacular views of Sicily with breakfast at the Roof Terrace.
Pool Bar
Choose your favourite from the extensive cocktail menu at the poolside bar also serving light lunches.
At St George Restaurant by Heinz Beck you can relax on the panoramic terrace that overlooks the Ionian Sea and Calabrian coast. A sommelier is on hand to advise on the perfect fine wine to complement your meal.
Whats Included
Breakfast in the restaurant.
The sea views from the outdoor gym will keep you motivated for your daily work out. You can stay in the Spa Suite that has a bathroom with Turkish bath and sensory showers.
Visit Taormina’s historic heart, just moments from the hotel or spend time exploring The Ashbee Garden, one of the largest private gardens in Taormina.
A tourist tax is payable at the hotel.
There’s a private beach nearby which can be visited for a supplement.
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