Name: La Plage Resort
Address: Via Nazionale, 107/A, Taormina, 98039, IT

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2026

Jason

Great location and staff. Room is a bit small for two people as there is not enough space to open the suitcase.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Gayle

This is an exceptional resort hotel. Absolutely everything was top notch! The location is perfect, there is plenty of parking, and the bungalow rooms are comfortable and well appointed.
The breakfast is delicious and beautifully presented, and the patio available for breakfast searing is just amazing. The views are unparalleled.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Ann

Wonderful location, friendly and engaged staff -- great choice for a beach vacation with easy access to the city

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Jacqueline

Overall a wonderful resort! The staff was so friendly and helpful. They came by every night to ask if we needed anything and kept our room super clean every day. The breakfast was great and awesome wait staff. Perfect location right next to Isola Bella.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Michael

We loved everything about this property! Our room was lovely, the beach was amazing, the staff was so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2025

Marina

Stunning views and excellent service at hotel

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Oct 2025

Simon

The room was very small and the bathroom had no storage or shelves for wash kits, so had to put everything on the floor. The staff was friendly, but a complaint over the lack of ventilation in the bathroom was not resolved. At the beach club, a staff member followed us to our room, claiming we had not paid the bill, even though we had paid cash. There was a train track running just behind our room, train noise was annoying. Lovely views and good access to beach.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Thuy Giang

We loved our stay here. The beach is wonderful and so is the location.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2025

Julie

La Plage has magnificent views of the sea and the iconic Isola Bella. The breakfast buffet is delicious and the staff are friendly and attentive. Be aware that the beach is rocky and hard to walk on and it’s difficult to enter and exit the sea for a swim. It’s easy to get up to Taormina via the funivia (cable car) for a 10€ round trip.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

22 Sep 2025

Rafail

Overall experience is not too Bad, for 3 stars
hotel. Noway hotel is close to 5 or 4 stars,
The rooms are very small, bathroom is extremely small and very bad technical condition, in need in total refurbishment!
Breakfast par to Pension quality,
Restaurant, wouldn’t dare to try, but looks very degrading! All furniture old, overused.
Staff, being good people, but luck even minimum good hotels or restaurants experience. Front desk really need basic training.
Management not visible at all

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Sep 2025

Aida

It’s rather maybe a 4 star place than 5. Rooms are very smalls towels were rather fresh then white. Staff was nice and very froendly

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2025

Rosanna

TOP NOTCH beach resort at Isola Bella

I can’t say enough about this resort. Incredible location and wonderful hospitality with impeccable service from every level of contact. The the private bungalow was clean and had a comfortable bed. Our bungalow has it’s own private patio with jacuzzi that overlooked the sea. Just incredible. Very relaxing and enjoyable to experience the uniqueness of that with the moon over the bay of Isola Bella as our companion. While the day is lively with energy and guests enjoying the beach, the evenings are quiet and peaceful there where you can hear the lapping of sea on the shore. The beach is like a dream. You never tire of admiring the view of Isola Bella. The water is so clear. Bring your water shoes for the stone beach. The beach attendants and servers were so friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious from the variety and quality at breakfast to the beach club to the restaurants. We enjoyed lunches and dinners there several times and the fresh fish and high quality was truly impressive. We were there for our anniversary and it could not be more romantic and special place to celebrate. The event space they have to host weddings and parties is so beautiful and we were there to see a few a wedding, a baptism and birthday- each unique and beautiful. Amazing location. We have been to Taormina many times and there are many wonderful places to stay however this beach location, the high level service at every point of contact make the La Plage resort one you should not miss!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2025

John

The access to the beach was incredible. The transportation to and from the hotel was top notch.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2025

Adare

Thank you so much to Daniele, Diego and Salvatore for all they have done for me and my sister. It was amazing to be here with you. Chiara for the massage was a gem!!!! I will be back definitely. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2025

Nathan

This was the most wonderful resort my husband and I have ever stayed at. The staff was incredible, the hotel is gorgeous and the property is unlike anything in the world. Isola Bella was swimmable! We never stay anywhere twice, but are making an expectation here. We cannot wait to stay again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

Erica

Great

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2025

Hossein

Great rooms and service.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

Christine

Stunning beach and great location. 5 min walk to Finicular. Staff were very pleasant and very helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2025

Marco

The staff is very attentive and helpful

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2025

Benjamin

Wonderful staff and hotel. Marco was a fantastic guide and gave wonderful recommendations. The beach is beautiful and the he access to town is easy by car.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2025

April

From the moment we arrived at La Plage Resort, we were swept away by the beauty, charm, and warmth of this incredible destination. Nestled right by the iconic Isola Bella, (which certainly lives up to its name) the views from the resort are nothing short of spectacular—crystal-clear waters, lush greenery, and sunsets that take your breath away.

What truly made our experience unforgettable, though, was the outstanding service provided by the incredible team. Alessia greeted us with the warmest welcome, making us feel instantly at home. Pasquale was the definition of professionalism and friendliness—always ready with a smile and a great local recommendation. Diego’s attention to detail and dedication to making every moment perfect didn’t go unnoticed. And Lorenzo went above and beyond to ensure our stay was smooth, relaxed, and filled with joy. I must give a shoutout to the housekeeping staff who kept our room immaculate and cleaned twice a day. While the view is nothing short of magic, what makes La Plage the place to be is the people. By the end of our stay, we felt like family.

The combination of luxury, comfort, and heartfelt Sicilian hospitality made our stay absolutely magical. If you’re dreaming of a serene getaway with unforgettable views and an exceptional team that treats you like family, La Plage Resort is the place to be!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2024

LOUIS

Location on the water

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2024

Tejeshwer

Good staff

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Nick

Fantastic property with amazing proximity to isola bella.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Just what we were looking for...

Our experience as a couple staying for 8 nights in a room with a hot-tub on our terrace was amazing. We wanted to relax and unwind and La Plage made it happen. The location was ideal on the beautiful beach and just a short walk to the funivia to go up to the town. Our room was very comfortable with views out to the bay and the island. We enjoyed using our reserved beach setting each day. Breakfast was delicious each morning with variety in the pastries and fresh fruit on offer in addition to the hot food. The beach bar was great for cocktails and great music. The restaurant provided wonderful service in a relaxed atmosphere, and the food was fabulous!! They catered for food intolerance with wonderful grace and were proud to create a special sauce that was absolutely delicious!! Special thanks to the restaurant staff, to Alessandro Sebastiano and Sara who made breakfast such a pleasure each day, and to Roberta who was the first person to greet us and went out of her way to ensure our stay was superb! We had a very relaxing stay in a very beautiful setting supported by staff who were professional as well as friendly.

Partner

4/10

Poor

21 Sep 2024

Jonathan

Lovely staff, amazing view from the restaurant, excellent location. Only stayed for the night in one of the small ‘cottages’ on-site so can’t speak for the facilities (apart from breakfast, which was decent). The room was very claustrophobic, incredibly cramped, with a window that looked out onto a dirty and peeling plaster wall and admitted hardly any daylight. The cottage was dingy and unloved, the small ‘garden’ unswept and grubby and pretty unpleasant. I dropped my towel on the bathroom floor and it came up filthy. Relieved we only stayed briefly for the one night tbh. Advertised (and charged) as five star, would say low four star at best. With the location and staff, could be wonderful with some $$ investment and a complete overhaul - but as it stands, difficult to recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Joseph

The staff was great and helped with our late checkin

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2024

Rajvi

Amazing location, clean spacious rooms, staff are so courteous, friendly and really make the stay special. Buffet breakfast really good, free parking was a huge bonus.

Sunbed included for guests which is really necessary to enjoy the beach (typically 60-80euros for externals).

It is not super easy to get to the main town so need to take a taxi (20-25 euros) or cable car (10euros per person for return trip).

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2024

James

The hotel and staff were absolutely incredible. You’re literally a few steps from your room to isola bella and a comfortable beach chair at their beach club, the parking was super accessible, and you get greeted at the door with the most delicious glass of almond milk you’ll ever have in your life. Whenever I come to Taormina from now on, this is the place I will be staying. Grazie mille per tutto La plage

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2024

Connie

Beautiful property . Would highly recommend .

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2024

Paula Jean

We absolutely loved the resort and the staff excelled!.
We cannot wait to return because of them!!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2024

david

Incredible stay in Taormina

Direct beach access, absolutely stunning rooms and space. Earned every star they have.

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2024

Farzan

Good

The staff are absolutely friendly and nice and helpful
We checked in at one of the banglow suites which was very very small with a very bad smell but at 2 am they accommodate us to another banglow suite with no smell
And got better and nicer.
The view of the hotel is absolutely beautiful
And again the staff and colleagues are amazing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2024

Pamela

We LOVED everything about this property. It is stunning. Beachfront. Convenient. And the staff is the BEST. Everyone from the front desk to the beach club to the restaurant. So nice, fun, helpful, and a true pleasure. We stayed in a garden room which was a stand alone round structure. Perfectly appointed. Big bathroom, great linens and strong AC to keep it cool during hot days. The beach club was our favorite amenity. Not only is it beautiful, but lounge chairs and an umbrella and towels were included with your room. Which is great because they go for $100 euro to the public. The beach club staff was amazing as were the cocktails and lunches. The property is close enough by taxi ($20 euro) to either side of Taormina town center. We would absolutely stay at La Plage Resort again!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2024

Vicki

Fabulous stay in a fabulous area. The staff and especially Diego was able to accommodate us and find us dinner reservations and nightlife fun. That was far past our expectations. Can’t wait to visit Tammy again and stay at this resort.!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2024

katarzyna

Very friendly and helpful staff

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2024

Isaura

The staff was defenetly amazing!! They really do make an effort to make you feel at home. Special shout out to Chiara at the spa, Barbara at the beach bar, and Salvatore in reception. They really made us feel like a valued guest!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2024

James

Amazing place. Will definitely come back.

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2024

Katy

We had a lovely time at La Plage. Grazie!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2024

katarzyna

The staff in this hotel is exceptional!
Giancarlo, Sara and so many others made our stay wonderful.
The beach and the town are amazing.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2024

Kevin

Amazing location with private beach facilities and beautiful surroundings. Great friendly service that goes above and beyond expectations, fantastic breakfast and bar. Easy walk to cable car for trips up to Taormina old town. The rooms are smallish and a touch dated but still very nice and comfortable. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2024

Lucy

I adored La Plage! The loveliest staff - it's worth staying just to hear Alessandro's history of the area. The area is absolutely stunning, the food is divine and the rooms are spacious. Stay in a sea view room - it's worth it!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2024

Russell

We had a great stay. The beach location is excellent. Roberta and Diego looked after us really well. Very convenient to walk to the funicular to the top.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2024

Alan

We like being on the beach, although it is stoney the sunbeds are comfortable and the guys who allocate them are very helpful and friendly. It is in a good location for us as we prefer being on the beach and not in Taormina town which is very crowded, although we do like to go into the town in the evenings. The life is close by and easily accessible. The beach club food is very good and the service at the hotel is excellent. We couldn't ask for more. We enjoyed a very restful few days

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2024

Belinda

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Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2024

Simon

Perfect position by the sea with stunning views and a great beach club. Breakfast was amazing, both in terms of selection and view over Isola Bella. All of the staff team were incredibly welcoming.
Garden view bungalow was really handy for the beach, shower and bed were great.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Sep 2023

Verified traveler

Overpriced

Overall

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

17 Sep 2023

Garret

The property is dated and rooms look like they have not been changed since 1980. The location and beach are amazing I guess that’s why they feel they can get away with it. But for the price I’d stay up in the town for more elegant and beautiful options.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Sep 2023

THOMAS

Rooms are not 5 star, property is ok. Check in cannot rate as 5 star. Food is ok not 5 star

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2023

Verified traveler

Very welcome staff
Amazing spot

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2023

Francisco

We had a great time. Best beach in Taormina, very nice breakfast, nice rooms, super friendly staff and a very nice bar at the end of the day

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2023

Paolo

The SPOT to be in Taormina

This place is a so great. The location is on the beach and you get chairs and umbrella on the the beach daily, which is great because can get crowded on the beach. The beach chair guys Hamza, Simone, Mattia are excellent, always looking to help out for any needs. The drinks and food service on the beach is excellent. They work so hard to get food and drink to everyone. Really nice people. Lost my tshirt one day and (Francesco found it a saved it for me.)

Breakfast in the morning was so great. Excellent selection, great coffee, fresh fruit, everything you could want. The staff there are super kind.

Front Desk is top notch. The answer \"no\" is not in their vocabulary. The make sure to help in every way possible. Front desk are all great but special thanks to Pasquale who helped make our last day extremely comfortable. Good guy.

The room cleaners are fantastic and come twice a day. Seemed like the room was redone every time I left it!

It is very close to the cable car, about 5min walk( longer for old timers due to some stairs). I read some complaints about traffic noise and the train. Not sure, really inconsequential. Never noticed it and we stayed for 3 weeks.

This place is great and the best place to stay in Taormina since you are essentially on the beach and when done with the beach, back to the room, shower up and head off to the cable car and on Corso Umberto in a jiffy!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2023

John

The Comforts of Home!

10 days in Sicily and I never felt more at home. Close to being the perfect hotel!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2023

Annette

We will definitely stay here the next time we come to Sicily. The staff was SO accommodating, and the property and surrounding areas are breathtaking. The restaurants on the property are top notch. Breakfast was SO amazing! I would give La Plage 6 stars if I could!!!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 May 2023

Nathaniel

Ok

Was rainy which was ok but overall the price point for this location is not sligned to what you receive.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2023

Robert

Beautiful medium-small resort directly in front of the beautiful Isola Bella. A gem of a location, and staff that could not do more to please.

Only consideration is the sound proofing between rooms (probably not an issue for bungalows) - we could hear every word our next door neighbours said.

If you want to find out what really happened on that Island at the end of 'White Lotus', Season 2, this is the place to do it!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2022

Verna

Beautiful place, each cabana was very private. They were small, but charming. The beach as beautiful.

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Aug 2022

Sondra

The view & beach is stunning & whatever i ate was amazing but the rooms are smaller the they appear. I was under the impression that i booked a larger room and the woman at the hotel insisted I booked the wrong one as opposed to falsely advertising it. Limited amenities, no store in resort or nearby, delicious food but options are very limited and not great for picky kids.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2022

Anthony

Beautiful property - rooms are small but perfect for what you need them. The beach is steps away and the breakfast food was delicious!! My only real issue with the hotel was the crappy wifi; needed to be at the lobby to get some work done or else the wifi in the room is useless!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2022

Nicole L

The hotel grounds are beautiful. However the bungalow we stayed in was so small my sister and I couldn’t even open our suitcases fully. I felt claustrophobic in the room and thankfully we were only there for one night. In my opinion since the bungalows are extremely small bigger windows or light would help. The front desk service is just OK, should be better for a hotel on that level. I asked for hypo allergenic pillows and out of the whole hotel they only had one. They also do not have anyone working at the entrance of the hotel and it can get a bit confusing when you check out and in. The beach is fabulous. Also the staff at the pool bar and restaurant were wonderful.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2021

Christopher

Overpriced, bur great beach location

We booked the bungalows by the beach, but found them dark and small, and packed together. Were put in a 'suite' which was one room with a bed and a shower ensuite. It had a good view of the beach if you went to the back of the little patio. Service was good, food good, cleanliness good, although changing bed linin and towels every day wasnt eco friendly. Location for the beach was excellent and only 5 mins walk to the cable car to taormina which goes every 15 mins til 1am. While it was good, considering it was the end of the season and having stayed in hundreds of hotels, it was very over priced. For the money i would have expected dinner to be included

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2021

Guy

Honeymoon

Such an amazing place!
The staff was very friendly
The view is wonderful
Great breakfast
Love this place

Partner

4/10

Poor

13 Sep 2021

Rajesh

Firstly it was teeny tiny rooms . You literally had a curtain as a closet door. There was a wedding going on every single evening next to our cottages . The music stopped when the wedding parties stopped. If they had wanted to be fair they should’ve told us before we paid for the outrageously priced cottages. It was such a nuisance and ruined our holiday

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2021

Autumn

Outstanding Resort Providing Excellence

Warm and welcoming Staff, Relaxing and comfortable accommodations with five star cuisine.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Most relaxing place to stay in Taormina

Their services were excellent, and the hotel location was best in the area, right at the beach of Isola Bella and 5 min walk to the cable car to Taormina.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2019

*****

We love the staff. They are the nicest people and willing to help in any way. The only issue we had was breakfast time there were many flies by the fruit area and the utensils we received were not cleaned very well. The glassware also seemed that there was some soap left in it when we poured water.

Otherwise though, a wonderful place to visit.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

This place was great, wife and I enjoyed our stay.

Bring water shoes or other protection if you intend on going to the beach, it is stoney and will damage your feet.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

The room was beautiful and we loved the terrace. The only problem with the room was that it was a little small. We had to take turns walking in front of the bed.
The staff was outstanding and the view was spectacular.
We were underwhelmed by the restaurant.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Incredible hotel. The service was excellent, 5 star service, very accommodating. Absolutely gorgeous scenery. If you're contemplating staying on the beach or in town - stay here! The bungalows with sea side views and jacuzzis are amazing! Restaurant was tasty as well. Highly recommend a stay at La Plage!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

The location is extraordinary, the coffees for breakfast were the best we had in Italy

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Location for the beach was excellent. Beach towels, beach beds and umbrella were included in hotel package.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2019

Penny

Postcard views

A stunning resort, could not imagine a more beautiful location. I highly recommend a Cabana with ocean view.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2019

Anita

Wonderful beach hotel in Taormina

Fantastic hotel, well locacated and has a beach (stoney beach), room was lovely and very comfortable, the staff were really friendly and well informed. Only downsides, beach uncomfortable to walk on and almost impossible when you are in the sea, service a little slow at the main bar. I would go back though

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2019

Gilbert

Property is beautiful and well kept. Their customer service is outstanding. The rooms are clean and well-equipped. The only thing that caught us off guard was the afternoon cleaning service (yes, they come clean your room twice a day), but who doesn't want their rooms cleaned twice a day? :)

The breakfast was delicious and the beach was beautiful. The food we ate at their restaurant was delightful and the drinks we bought at their beach bar were exquisite. Overall, a great experience which we definitely recommend to anyone traveling to Taormina.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2019

Verified traveler

View of beach was beautiful, rooms are small and it started to get uncomfortable after a few days...great place for a few days to stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2019

Verified traveler

Amazing views and staff. Wi-Fi in the rooms was not fantastic and kept dropping

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2019

Verified traveler

There were many tourists that weren’t staying in the hotel that were in and around the beach and facilities. It wasn’t a major issue but it did feel less intimate than the hotel might suggest. The food was all delicious (beach bar, restaurant and particularly breakfast). The room was clean. I personally found the bed hard (you can never please everyone on that score though) and there was bird poo on the outside patio that was never cleaned away.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 May 2019

John

Great location, mediocre hotel.

After staying in the town of Taormina, moving to the La Plage was a let down. There is no where to go down by the ocean.

The bungalow rooms were small and had NO in room view of the ocean that was a few feet away!

The Wi-Fi was on the old system of needing to re-enter name and password about 10 times a day.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2018

Tristan

Great hotel perfect location and great service, rooms are excellent and so is the beach bar.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2018

Erika

We stayed three nights. I couldn’t sleep with the mattress in the bed. I asked to change the mattress because my back was in pain!!! You can’t have a “luxury” vacation in a five stars hotel with a mattress hard as a rock!!!! Was terrible!!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2018

Rd

Awesome place great views fun staff we loved it! Great service

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2018

alejandra

Beautiful !

Great hotel, friendly staff and beautiful property. However 2 weddings during our two night start... there wasn’t any warning to the hotel customers about this and all of the main premises were taken by the wedding.
Overall everything was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

La Plage resort has mastered their level of customer service! We originally booked three days, then booked 3 more and then 3 more! We fell in love with the picturesque scenery and the beautiful staff. From the fantastic staff at the beach club who looked after us everyday to the breakfast room staff, we

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2018

Christina

Fairytale Stay

Amazing Experience at La Plage Resort!
Fantastic position right on the beautiful beachfront 🏖 🏖 !
Picturesque view of quaint Isola Bella!
Wonderful, helpful, friendly staff!!
A great experience!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2018

Kelly

Thank you for a great stay!

Excellent stay and service! Bungalow rooms are small and not updates. Go for a regular room instead as they are renovated and much larger.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2018

Tim

Will Return

We chose this hotel as our main stop of our honeymoon through Sicily. We stayed 4 nights and absolutely loved the beach (Google Isola Bella), and dinners in Taormina. Our room was directly on the beach with a deck and a whirlpool. Let me cut to the chase and answer the question of whether or not the hotel is worth its high prices:
+ Exclusivity! It is the only hotel directly located on this particular stretch of beach; most tourists have to make the trek down from their hotels to spend the day there – provided they actually find room (see below)
+ every hotel guest has guaranteed access to beach chairs and umbrellas
+ the hotel has a designated area reserved only for hotel guests on what is otherwise a public beach
+ the breakfast is fantastic and the view cannot be topped
- hotel rooms (we did not stay in one of the bungalows!) are very clean and modern, albeit a bit small, but walls are too thin. Pray for respectful neighbors.
- Italian law does not permit the hotel to close off their 'private' beach. Be prepared for a lot of vendors ('Massagi?') bothering you at least twice every hour
- Beach bar completely overpriced

TIP:
Try to avoid staying at this resort on weekends as it frequently hosts weddings and other events. If you like to go to bed early (before midnight in my case), be prepared to get woken up.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Superb hotel.

La Plage resort has excellent waterfront dining at the beach bar and the more upscale restaurant, a sumptuous breakfast and of course prime access to the beach and Isola Bella.

We found the staff to be very helpful and gracious at every part of the hotel. The one issue was the mosquitos in the rooms. I am sure this can be addressed.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Beautiful hotel on the beach

Great location on the beach and lovely restaurant with delicious food (although not cheap). The rooms are small but done well and the bathroom is big. We had a room with a jet tub which we loved. Would definitely recommend.

8/10

Excellent

20 Jun 2018

Aboud

Great hotel right on the beach. The beach is pebbles but great non the less. Beautiful setting. Bungalow on the smaller side but comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

We only stayed one night but they upgraded us from a garden view to a sea view room. The staff couldnt have been more helpful , the room was lovely with its own private garden, jacuzzi with a view onto the bay. What a find!

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Bed mattress uncomfortable and beach crowded

Staff very helpful and location setting of the hotel lovely

8/10

Excellent

04 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

They Don't Say

Great hotel, great service, great beachfront position - BUT - they do not tell you there is a train line 5m away and there are more than 130 steps from hotel level up to the street and down again. still managed to have a great stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Good location to the beach.

It is next to the beach at Isola Bella and some water sports can be rented in the beach. It's also within walking distance to the cable car to goto Taormina Central where all the restaurants and shops are found. We had a bungalow with a patio facing the beach and it was nice.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Aug 2017

catherine

Fantastic views

Great location and fantastic views. Garden pods (bedrooms) quite small and the train runs very close early in the morning. Good breakfast and friendly staff.

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2017

Bridget

Lovely hotel opposite Isola Bella.

We enjoyed our short stay in Taormina. Whilst the Superior double room was quite small, it was very clean and comfortable with lovely sea view from the small balcony. Unfortunately the room seemed to be above the rubbish store which was extremely smelly everytime we walked passed. Luckily the room was smell free! Staff were very helpful and friendly. The beach was beautiful but hard to walk on without beach shoes as very pebbly and no sand. We loved being on the beach side and then catching the nearby cable car to the town in the evenings. There was no pool which somehow I had missed which was a disappointment. Breakfast was a huge feast something for everyone. W

6/10

Pleasant

18 Sep 2016

Verified traveler

This hotel was close to the beach how about beach was very difficult to navigate stoney, we had to buy special shoes

4/10

Poor

18 Sep 2016

Verified traveler

Not a five star hotel

Small rooms, no tea/coffee facilities, no pool. Tiny gym. Small pebble/stone beach with sun loungers packed too close and walkway right behind that non-hotek guests use (ie constant flow of people from cruise ships). Train runs directly above the hotel. Very expensive charge for late check out. Most staff very friendly though.

8/10

Excellent

06 Sep 2016

alex

Excellent stay polite staff.
Very pleased with our stay!

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2016

Abdul

mind blowing

the most beautiful resort I've seen so far in Sicily

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2016

nat

Strange for 5 stars

Lovely and extremely helpful reception staff. Had a different experience with the service staff. Were totally ignored the first morning we went for breakfast, quite annoying. They looked overall quite desorganised. Lovely view, but they were rebuilding the bar area in May! The room was nice but small with a massive bathroom. Ideal in the summer when you can leave outside. We had rain! Also everything has to be paid for ... May be even the remote control we never found! Use ear plugs if you have a light sleep as the train is just above your head! But it is the best location to iso bella.