Hotel Palladio - Giardini Naxos

8.1

Great place to stay if you are visiting Taormina as it gets you away from the expensive hotels up on the 'hill'. If you have a car it is easier to park it at Giardini Naxos than to find a parking spot at Taormina.(Just have a heap of Euro coins for the parking metre) You can get a bus to Taormina about 50 metres distance from the hotel for about 2.50 Euro return. Ideal place also if you wish to visit Mt Etna which is about 35 minutes by car. The hotel staff are very friendly and obliging, and the restaurant has good quality food- even though it can be a bit expensive. Overall, we were very happy with this hotel, and would stay there again if we are in the area. RS - Australia

9.9

Our friends told us to go to Taoromina, which is a fancy touristy spot. They encouraged us to stay in Giadini Naxos, because it's NOT as touristy and is a lot less expensive. It's absolutely gorgeous. Hotel Palladio in Giadini Naxos is across the small street to the ocean. Waves crash and you can hear them if you open your window. We had the junior suite which had one room for my husband and me and one room for our daughters. We all shared a very nice bathroom. Both of the rooms had a terrace overlooking the ocean and the town square. I received a lovely email from LuAnna telling us how much they looked forward to our stay. When we got there late at night Antonella was the lovely. She warmly welcomed us, helped us park our rental car, got us settled in the rooms and guided us to wonderful restaurants. Then ....as every seasoned traveler knows...not all goes as planned. A flash flood, mud slide hit the town hard and our rental car too! In the morning LuAnna was there. She spoke to Hertz rental for us, as they were speaking very advanced Italian. She also helped with the tow truck driver...I don't know what we would have done with out her. She was absolutely wonderful. As we left, the owner of the hotel (a lovely woman, whose mother owned the property as a large house at one point and was the painter of lovely murals in the halls) gave us a jar of jam. Somehow, we got it back home to Minnesota with out it breaking and we are still enjoying it! I would come back to Hotel Palladio in a heartbeat!

9.4

This is a excellent hotel right at the sea-front. We had a sea-view room with a small balcony, which was well worth the extra price and we enjoyed the view of the beach and street live. The regular sound of the surf cancels most of the street noise. Hotel internal noise is minimal. The rooms are superb, beautifully furnished, spacious and clean. The breakfast was excellent and plentiful, the breakfast room with view over beach/water was a joy in the morning. We had dinner at the hotel only once, because we wanted to explore other restaurants in Giardini-Naxos as well. The dinner at the roof garden of the hotel was excellent. The hotel also serves lots of different hors d'oeuvres, together with cocktails on the terrace each evening at 7.00pm. We used the hotel as a hub for day trips in the area: Aetna North and South side, the island of Volcano from Milazzo, Siracusa, Taormina, Agrigento (Valle dei Templi). Lack of free hotel parking is complained about in several hotel reviews, however this is not really a problem. We paid for our rental car from Catania airport a maximum of 10 Euros for parking in the blue zone (0.6 Euros per hour from 8 - 24). So add this amount to your hotel costs and the problem is solved. The hotel is well worth the price and we can recommend it without restrictions. We would definitely return. Overall, this hotel exceeded our expectations.

9.6

The hotel is on the main beach road in G Naxos so has lovely views from the Roof Terrace and Breakfast Room. We had an exceptional welcome and the quality of the hospitality and food was superb. The room was clean, light and well decorated. We stayed in 5 hotels in Sicily and this was the cheapest and the best.

4.1

VERY expensive. Private car parking was a disaster, there were a lot of things that we weren't told by Reception staff.

9.4

A hotel for travelers that looking for this something extra. Exceptional food, very competent and helpful personnel. Marvelous view from the rooms facing the sea. Relaxing terrace on the top floor. Polish boss of the hotel made that we felt like at home! One of the interesting hotel we ever stayed. 10 on 10! Thanks for wonderful stay! ------- Jeden z najciekawszych i najprzyjemniejszych hoteli w jakich mielismy okazje byc! Polecamy bardzo! ------- En av de beste hotellene vi bodde! Sterk anbefales! Kasia&Lukasz

8.7

Frendly and helpful staff. Try to get a room with a view of the sea. Breakfast of high standard. Evening meals (specially prepared to new menu each night) were good but a little expensive (even at discounted price).

9.9

The perfect spot.So close to many popular sites and cities that day trips are easy and to return to the laid back Gardini Naxos is a pleasure.. Everything you need in walking distance. The hotel staff is incredible, as is the food. A drive around Mt. Etna a must, don't miss Bronte for pistaccio arancini, Taormina for upscale shopping and shows, the clock tower at he duomo in Messina at noon every day is a show, with Ave Maria played. Staff advice was always reliable..

8.4

We stayed at this hotel for 6 nights and had a very nice time. We had our one year old toddler with us and this is how we learned that the floor wasn't really clean. But this really doesn't mean that the place was dirty! Just not clean enough for a crawnling toddler. The view from the rooms is really great, but I was a bit disappointed that we payed more for this view, but we ended up right in front of the reception, which was very loud. But it looks like they change the position of the reception to the ground floor which will solve the problem. The breakfast was good, but not as great as we expected it after reading the desciption on the internet. A real plus is the friendly staff. They were very helpfull and nice.

8.4

Nice hotel with very friendly staff

9.3

Palladium staff has made some ethical choices in organization and so they use equo-solidal products, fresh and locale vegetables and they help filantropic associations. Kind, efficient employes, excellent cousine, familiar, warm, generous climate make the stay confortable and unforgettable even much more than other five stars hotels. I wouldn' t go in Giardini Naxos for a holiday but Palladium hotel could make the travel worth

8.5

Access to the property was a little confusing. The staff at all levels were excellent in the welcome and information / advice offered. The rooms were quite spacious and in good general overall condition. The restaurant offering were exceptional, only fresh ingredients used based on what you ordered at breakfast time. Whilst at Giardini we only ate at the hotel, by choice, best restaurant in town.

6.7

Nice and clean, a little bit noisy. Parking is a problem if reserved spaces (3) are occupied.

9.3

As a couple, late 50s, we enjoyed the personal service from the management team and staff who obviously take pride in providing a really special stay at the Palladio. It is a charming hotel with a character all its own. Had expected a slightly larger room but had a sea view with a tiny terrace so it was fine. Terrace restaurant/bar area delightful and happy hour for apetisers was a treat (the freshly squeezed tangerine cocktails were delicious also but had to be paid for). Certain that great pride is taken with all food served at restaurant. Breakfast room with view over beach/water was a joy in the morning. Within a bus ride of Taomina and walking distance to an array of other eateries and most importantly only over the road from the free beach and the lido next door (they had arrangement with hotel for cheaper rate). All the management team were extremely helpful and easy to deal with. Would definitely return and recommend.

4.9

The family were very sad when we said the food was a bit basic "tourist". They had tried to make it better. I'm sure they will as they are lovely people. Parking is a problem and needs a bit more attention on the website. Plus the hotel's entrance is around the back. The sat-nav takes you to the redundant front door!

10

This is a great hotel on the sea-front. The rooms are superb,beautifully furnished and spotless. The standard of cuisine was very high with local specialities served in the restaurant. They also serve lots of different hors d'oeuvres ,together with cocktails on the terrace each evening at 7.00pm.You pay for the drinks but not the nibbles - a lovely idea. Overall,this hotel exceeded our expectations.Lack of parking was our only problem - but it wasn't a big deal!

7.7

nice staff, friendly and helpful.

9.0

Friendly, welcoming, staff couldn't do enough to help. Do spend the extra few Euros for a sea view - it's well worth it. Not luxurious accomodation, but clean, simple and comfortable room made this hotel superb value for money. For 2 of our 5 night stay we took the half board option. The food was absolutely superb, as well as authentically Sicillian. Public transport links are excellent.

9.3

had a wondeful 4 day stay at palladio. The hotel is full of character in a lovely location. service and amenities excellent, the staff were friendly and helpful.Breakfast was something to look forward too and the resturant meal on the 31st march for 20 of us i cant praise highly enough, it was superb. Thank you Ivana and staff for making our wedding holiday memorable. Mary Thompson

8.2

Nice hotel, nice place and very warm attention. An advice to reach better the 4 star level would be a parking facility and internet connection.

8.7

Staff were very friendly & helpful (their guide of excursions to do from the hotel was great). Breakfast was lovely, fresh juices and nice cake and jams.

9.7

friendly hotel & staff. Italian breakfast is simple, but normal for this region. There are 3 to 4 free parkings at the hotel, but you can park also at the gasole-station in front of the seaside of the hotel.

9.3

delightful place, delightful people, front view on the sea. Lovely breakfast. Highly recommendable.

9.9

This was a delightful place to stay. Yes, it is on the main road with a gas station between the hotel and the sea, but the location was so nice that those quibbles did not matter. We really felt we were guests in a very nice home. Breakfasts were bountiful and eaten in a a very pleasant room overlooking the sea. We were lucky with nice weather in early December which made it a good time to visit the area. The location make for easy access to Etna and Taormina. With a car it makes more sense to stay in Giardini than in Taormina although in high season it might be difficult to get around anywhere. Without a car, I think this hotel might be hard to reach.

7.9

We are backpackers, so I always choose a hotel that is reasonably close, within easy walking distance to a train station. This hotel fit the bill. I think it took us 20 or so minutes to walk from the train station and the hotel was very easy to find. I also like to choose hotels that are close to, but not in a main tourist attraction, since the prices are markedly lower. Again, this hotel was perfect because it cost much less than a hotel in Taormina. Also,it only cost one euro 30 for a bus ride to Taormina and the bus stop was right across the street. We had a sea view room (granted the view included a gas station), but it was fun to watch the people interact. How often do you kiss the gas station attendant in the US. for example? In Giardini Naxos, quite often apparently. All in all, if you don't expect the Ritz (how could you at the price), you won't be disappointed.

6.6

the breakfast was awfull not as shown on the photos.

7.5

The hotel is very nicely located. The views are spectacular. The rooms could be freshly painted. The street level entry to use the lift for luggage was very strange, as it was in a storage room with junk.The food was fantastic. The food would bring me back there.

9.6

Splendid location, wonderful view from our seafront room. Superb welcome and wonderful home cooked food. We ate on the rooftop terrace the first night.

8.4

La ubicacion es muy buena, las playas mas lindas estan a 600 metros caminando por la costanera. Solo tiene tres puestos para estacionar gratis. No hay problema para estacionar en los alrededores con parquimetro. Mucha vida nocturna, muchos restos y bares por la zona. En el hotel mismo hay cena si uno reserva con anticipacion, nosotros cenamos siempre afuera. Esta a solo 5 minutos en auto de Toarmina, tambien hat un bus pero nunca lo tomamos. El desayuno fue muy bueno! Por alguna razon internet no funcionaba. Por el precio esperaba un poco mas. Giardini di Naxos fue el lugar ideal para combinar playa con el turismo en Toarmina.

9.2

We had a room with a balcony. Great location and staff. I would stay at this hotel again!

9.8

This is a lovely, slightly quirky, hotel. We received a wonderful welcome. All the staff were extremely friendly and efficient. Breakfast was very good - plentiful and with lots of choices. Dinner, which was served on the roof top terrace, was excellent and good value - €25 per person. One of the receptionists was extremely helpful to us when we wanted to change our car hire arrangements. The only downside was that the air conditioning broke down on our last night but there was really nothing that could be done about that.

8.6

Giardini Naxos is beautifull village on the coast,near Taormina with cristally blue see. Hotel Palladio is just on the coast. We have been situated on the fourth floor, in suite named Octagono. It was very spacious room, with small terace looking on the sea. The employees were very competance, the food excellent. I think that Septembar is perfect time for vacation for mature couples, as we are.

5.6

Nos toco dormir en el ático mi marido tenia que andar agachado porque no entraba.El desayuno pobre y encima estan arreglando la recepción asi que el ascensor era desde el primer piso.Esta cerca del mar

9.6

This hotel provides an excellent service before you even arrive, they send details of local attractions, directions etc covering over 11 pages. Friendly and welcoming staff couldn't do enough to help us on our arrival providing all details about the hotel, unfortunately the night we stayed dinner was unavailable. Amazing views from breakfast room and dining area on the roof. Interior of the hotel clean and tidy and very nice decor. Limited parking available for this hotel.

9.4

the location and transportation options very good. stuff very welcoming and helpful.the restaurant offers good and fresh food with good service. parking is quite a problem.we shall recomend to our freinds!!

9.7

We stayed here last year, and liked it so much we came back. If anything, it was even better than last year - same welcoming staff, great rooms, superb location. And the breakfasts were excellent - not just the usual croissants and bread rolls, but cereal, cakes and scrambled eggs. Great value!!

10

I felt there like at home! Staff was very welcome, rooms very nice furnished in vintage style, fresh orange juice at the breakfast... what more I could say, family hotel is family hotel. Location is perfect!

7.8

Very good hotel in general. In front of the beach, but also of a fuel station (probably the reason of the low prices, because the rest is very good). Good place to stay to go and visist Taormina.

10

The staff are very friendly and helpful. The seaview room is great.

9.2

We loved this hotel. The staff was very friendly, even offering to drive us to the train station when we were running late. A room with a sea view includes a balcony, which is great since the ocean is just across the street. Breakfast room is pretty and also overlooks the ocean. The roof of the hotel has chairs for laying out, and a view of the mountains. During the low season, breakfast was limited in scope. But otherwise, our stay was great!

9.9

Right after we made the booking we received a long e-mail with directions and sites to see in the vacinity of the hotel. The staff and the the food were way beyond our expectations.The people are so nice and welcoming. The rooms had wonderful views of the bay and the sea. We highly recommend the hotel especialy if you dont like over priced, big and noisy Hotels.

10

The hotel and staff were great!

8.3

location was perfect,balcony facing the bay, room was very basic, but still comfortable and clean. a little disapointed with breakfast menu. only one type of cereal served for the whole week. no fruit with breakfast. breakfast was not as stated. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Stayed in a twin room LOVED GIARDINI will be returning SOON. Stay at the same hotel -- may be not.

9.9

Impressed by the welcome mail with 12 pages of information! Fantastic service, and everybody was so nice that we felt at home immediately. Excellent food and beatiful rooms/public areas. A real good place to live. We would love to come back!

8.8

Fuimos muy bien recibidos,nosotros viajabamos con nuestros hijos y estuvimos en una suite con 2 habitaciones con un baño compartido y balcones con una maravillosa vista al mar excelentes, un rico desayuno, y con playa a menos de 30 metros ademas parada de autobus para taormina al frente, lo pasamos muy bien y volveriamos encantados. familia Scrivanti Sanchez chilenos en sicilia.

9.0

This was a charming hotel with really welcoming staff. The room (Green double) was very spacious and comfortable, being thoughtfully decorated. It was slightly noisy on the main road - but we managed to shut most of the noise out, quite a feat when Italy won the world cup! Breakfast and breakfast room was excellent and the sun terrace and evening aperitif was a lovely touch. Only slight disappointment was that we hadn't expected the resort to be quite as large and commercial as it was. The fact that there weren't many details in English to be found on this resort during our holiday research led us to believe it was small and unspoilt! But we still had a lovely holiday- despite a bit of rain and sicilian thunderstorms :)

9.0

Excellent competence of the employees, very good help in our activities from the owners of this family hotel.

10

Excellent hotel. At least 3 star. The staff was exceptionally friendly and went out of their way to make our stay pleasant. (made restaurant reservations, looked up train schedules, found out how we could return the rental car without driving back to Catania) The room was very clean. It had a large bathroom, balcony overlooking the beach, comfortable bed and the air conditioning will freeze you out if you so desire. The hotel is 1K from the train station and car rental return. Shopping and beach is just outside the front of the hotel. Breakfast is served on a beautiful veranda overlooking the beach and the roof top deck is excellent for watching the sunset. Can't wait to go back.

9.4

We received a very warm welcome at the hotel and staff continued to be helpful throughout our stay. Breakfast was excellent and rooms spacious and well furnished. There was some traffic noise but it didn't spoil our enjoyment. Will certainly stay there again.

10

Excellent address, quality and efficiency of service

9.9

We knew this would be special before we arrived - they sent a useful information pack as soon as we booked. We had the "junior suite" with 3 balconies, all with sea views of the big sandy beach. It is beautifully furnished, clean and spacious. Despite being next to a fairly busy road, traffic noise was not a problem. One minor complaint - one day the breakfast nearly ran out. They made up for it next day with a big selection of cakes and pastries

9.9

We enjoyed our stay in Palladio very much thanks to the friendly and very helpful staff. Especially it was a pleasure to spend some time in the deck chairs on the roof terrace in the afternoon sun, high above the noise from the cars in the street. On clear days you are able to see the coast of Italy from here.

8.8

Hotel di buona categoria. L'ospitalità dei gestori dell'hotel è stata veramnete impeccabile. Avevamo prenotato una camera doppia e ci hanno dato 2 camere (una specie di suite). L'accoglienza della signora e la simpatia del personale in generale, hanno fatto del nostro soggiorno di una notte, un'ottimo punto di riferimento. Assolutamnete consigliabile

10

Excellent location, service and room. right on the water, amazing to open the blind in morning, right onto the sparkling mediterrean (there is a road in between, but you don't notice). Breakfast very good, service lovely. Very close to bus stop and good Restaurants, bars etc. Good roof terrace for sunbaking (even in winter) though they could do with some new deck chairs! I would highly recommend this hotel. And Staying in Giardini-Naxos is a bit nicer than over-priced, over-packed Taormino (which is only a 15 min bus ride away anyway)

10

This was a pleasant hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. It is conveniently located with a bus stop outside and there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance. The hotel was easy to find - about 1km walk along the sea front from the railway station. The breakfast room was very comfortable with lovely views of the coast. The breakfast itself was excellent.The bedroom and bathroom were both spacious. We paid extra for a sea view which was defintely worth it.

8.1

good hotel for the money, only problem was the parking. they say they have a few places in front of the hotel but these places are public spots, filled constantly. we came in Jan. and had trouble getting parking, I can imagine what summer is like! other than that an enjoyable stay - great breakfast.

8.7

An altogther excellent hotel - highly recommended

8.0

Very welcoming staff, clean hotel with good service by the maids each morning to replace dirty towels. Our room was facing the sea - although it's always good to hear the sea, as the waves were very rough we had to close the window due to the noise at night! Bear in mind that a room on the other side of the hotel will suffer from traffic noise, so you have a choice to make. Apart from that, a great stay with easy beach access - would stay there again.

9.8

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Palladio, the views from the room were amazing and matched exactly the pictures that we saw on the internet! The location was ideal for bus tours as well as getting to and from Taormina. The staff were friendly and helpful. We will definately stay at the Palladio again!

6.8

Nice staff, location is very good. Breakfast though is without variation, the same every day. Not even some ham, and you´re in Italy!

8.7

A wonderful setting, convienient to everything. Our room was big, could use some paint touch ups and the first night, there was a noisy family using the community bathroom right outside our door. The next night was quiet. The view is beautiful and the breakfast was one of the best we encountered including the delicious chocolate croissants. Staff was extremely helpful and courteous.

10

This was the best hotel experience I've ever had. We had a beautiful ocean view suite. The breakfast buffet was well worth getting up for. All of the food was fresh and well prepared. The staff was so friendly and helpful. Our stay was wonderful. I would highly recommend this hotel to others. I definitely plan on staying at this hotel again.

9.8

very good room und verry friendly service

9.6

Un sitio delicioso para pasar unos días en la costa oeste de Sicilia.

8.1

Lage ist sehr gut, Zimmer mit Balcon zum Meer, leider ist die Strasse dazwischen. Frühstücksraum auf 3te Etage mit schönem Blick. Dachterasse leider noch nicht fertig. Zimmer gross aber etwas antiquiert. Die Freundlichkeit des Personals stellt dieses aber alles in den Schatten.

10

this hotel is wonderful! the staff is welcoming and professional. they really help you out as if you were family. i would recommend this quaint hotel.

9.7

The hotel has all the character and charm it lays claim to. We experienced no major problems with traffic noise (this was early April), but some of the guests were a little loud drinking in the evening in the upstairs public area.

10

This is the best place you will ever stay. The owner and staff treat you like family and the hotel is so beautiful. Each room has a personality of its own and all rooms have incredible views down the coastline of picturesque Giardini-Naxos. The hotel has been in the owner's family for generations and is full of charm with a wonderful staircase spanning two floors, art work, historical furnishings and warm sentiment. If you are thinking about visiting eastern Sicily or Taormina, be sure to stay here.

8.2

Overall, we are very satisfied with the stay. Especially, breakfast with sea view was super-good!

9.1

We spent a week at Palladio. A great place today. Very friendly staff that spoke english. Great location just on the beach and with short journey to Taormina. Rooms were spotless when we returned to them every day and breakfast was served in a room upstairs with a panoramic view of the beaches below. I would thoroughly recommend it!

9.5

Really enjoyed our stay (enhanced by the excellent weather for late October) and recommend. Rooms were up to expectation although on 3rd floor a little noise from the kitchen in the mornings. Being double glazed no external noise. Rooms at the front have a wonderful view over the bay. Staff very friendly and helpful - pamphlet on the area, places / beaches to visit very useful. Also recommend the restaurant underneath the hotel.

10

I can honestly say Hotel Pallido is by Far one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. I work for British Airways so I have seen alot of hotels in 20yrs.The staff are very friendly and kind .The hotel is a little family palace!Looking forward to our next visit !!!Yvonne and Paul .

9.6

Good location, welcoming staff, well-air-conditioned room, nice view from breakfast room... excellent. I prefer here to Taormina.

8.8

We decided marry in Taormina, a nearby town, and staid at the Palladio. Their welcoming was warm and wonderful, and we enjoyed our stay very much.

8.7

I was especially pleased with the warm welcome and the way we were shown around the place to feel comfortable in our surroundings. The employees were also very helpful telling us how to get around, where to park etc.

8.2

We had a beautiful view of the water front from our balcony. Conveniently located for day trips to Taormina and Etna. The staff was gracious and extremely helpful. They were very patient with all of our questions of the area and made many great suggestions to help us during our stay. The room and hotel were elegantly decorated with antiques. The room and restroom were spacious. We would certainly stay there again if in the area.

9.4

Great location, friendly, helpful staff and a very nice room. Only drawback was noise level from construction within hotel.

9.9

I found the whole stay very satisfying. This is a family run facility and they take pride in the operation. They did not try to save any money by cutting corners. The quality of the food at breakfast was very high.

9.6

staff at palladio made us feel right at home and were helpful and pleasant. We would stay here again. Town was convienant to everything and the food in town was great and affordable.

7.9

it was a very unusual hotel in the inside loved the furnishing although beds were a bit too small i suggest curtains in the showers

4.1

This hotel is located between the two main one way streets in town. It is extremely noisy with motorcycle, and auto traffic. There was no air conditioning, and the third floor was very hot. You couldn't open the windows because of the street noise. The building itself is quite dark inside. There are some beautiful antiques, and a deck on the roof with a spectacular view of the ocean. The rooms were stuffy, and we were there in October. I can't imagine what it would have been like in the summer. The staff was very friendly, but we actually cut our stay short by two days.

7.8

Good place to stay if you want to be in the middle of Giardini-Naxos!

9.4

Fantastic location being right next to the beach for Giardini and close to the bus to get up to Taormina - so you can get the best of both. Friendly and clean, a good value hotel to sample the delights of Sicily.

7.8

Both receptionists were really welcoming andhelpful.

10

The Hotel Palladio is set in a fantastic location. The staff are very friendly and the information provided by them proved to be invaluable.

8.4

We had the most amazing stay, the hotel was far better than expected. A few highlights, the breakfast, the very friendly lady serving breakfast and the views from the breakfast room were brilliant. Our room was very comfortable and well kept. The reception staff were helpful and spoke good english. The only disappointing aspect was the noise from the cars if you didn't close your balcony doors at night. The Lavers

9.5

This was an outstanding choice for our stay in Giardini-Naxos, and would be excellent for Taormina as well. Our only regret is not having stayed longer!

10

This is probably the best 2 star hotel that I have ever stayed in. It is clean, spacious and has great views from their seaside rooms. It is a short walk to the center of town. The staff is attentive and goes out of their way to accomodate every need. I would highly recommend this hotel over a lot of the higher priced ones. A superb value

9.9

We wish we could stay there one more time. We have only praises: Warm, Welcoming, Tasteful and Charming. Great view (of giardini-naxos bay), lovely room, warm welcoming and delicious breakfast.