Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare

OFFER ID

H2088

ADDRESS:

Via Nazionale 137

CHECK IN:

3:00 PM

CHECK OUT:

12:00 Noon
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Villa Sant'Andrea is now open for the season until October 29, 2023.

When Cornishman Robert Trewhella built his dream villa on Sicily’s Bay of Mazzarò, little could he have known the celebrity haunt it would become. This is Villa Sant’Andrea, a Belmond Hotel in Taormina Mare. Engineer Trewhella was instrumental in building Italy’s infrastructure, including the Sicilian railways. Having been captivated by the picturesque bay, he and his wife constructed a summer house right by the water in 1919. Their son transformed it into a hotel in the 1950s, after which it attracted a roll call of glamorous guests, from the cream of Sicilian society to Al Pacino.

However eminent the clientele, the secluded hideaway still feels like a beautiful private home. Set in subtropical gardens, it boasts a heated infinity pool overlooking the crystalline bay, open-air wellness treatments and stylish cabanas on the pebble beach. Guests can soak up the view from their private loungers, sip cocktails served by the beach butler or plunge in with snorkels to explore the hidden coves.

Lavish, light-filled accommodation reflects the Sicilian palette. Balconies bloom with jewel-like geraniums. In the garden-inspired Scented Suites, details include copper bathtubs, bright ceramics and vintage movie posters. At the acclaimed restaurant, freshly caught fish and decadent Sicilian desserts are enhanced by shimmering sea views. The bar provides an enchanting spot for daytime granita or scenic sundowners. Romantic dinners can be set up on the beach. Tailor-made activities embrace nautical, culinary and volcanic adventures. A courtesy shuttle takes guests to enjoy sister property Grand Hotel Timeo in vibrant Taormina town.

Exclusive Amenities

  • $100 USD Food & Beverage credit, per room, per stay (not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Welcome Fruit and Flowers
  • Complimentary WiFi Access

The following amenities are subject to availability at the time of check-in:

  • Upgrade

Local Area Attractions

Sail timeless Sicily

Glide past Isola Bella and Giardini Naxos to reach the charming town of Acitrezza. Here, meet the local Rodolico family—master boat-builders since 1908 and the last in the region.

Continue by boat to Catania and take a short stroll through the city centre. Then enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch with former neighbours of the Trewhella family, who built Villa Sant’Andrea more than 100 years ago.

Paddle-Surfing

Paddle through the shimmering waters of Mazzarò Bay.

This relaxing activity is a great, full-body workout. It can even be combined with yoga meditations for a truly blissful experience.

 

The Godfather Tour aboard a vintage car

Relive the set of Ford Coppola's masterpiece. The Godfather was filmed in Savoca, 20 minutes north of Taormina. This typical Sicilian village will resonate with fans of Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece. Guests will jump aboard a vintage car and follow in Al Pacino's footsteps, visiting Bar Vitelli and the Church of St. Lucia.

Isola Bella

Discover this beautiful island near Taormina, a natural reserve protected by WWF. Also called the Pearl of the Ionian Sea, it is connected to the mainland by a narrow path of sand that is constantly shaped by streams and tides.

Luxury Cabanas on our Private Beach

Hire a private beach cabana and retreat to a personal sanctuary beside the azure sea.

Guests at Villa Sant'Andrea can hire a private beach cabana and retreat to a personal sanctuary beside the azure sea. Perfect for up to four guests, each is equipped with a comfortable sofa, table, minibar, tented veranda and two sun loungers, with access to soft drinks from the minibar, fresh fruit, Evian water spray and dedicated waiter service.

 

Out and about with Villa Sant'Andrea

One hundred years ago, an Englishman and his family built their dream villa on the Bay of Mazzarò. Villa Sant’Andrea has been an irresistible beachside retreat ever since.

SAIL TIMELESS SICILY

Building on our vibrant history, we invite guests to join us for an exclusive experience, which includes a fascinating boat trip with a surprising ending. Leaving from the hotel’s private beach, they will head towards Acitrezza to meet the last master boat builders in the area, who have been crafting wooden fishing vessels since 1908. As lunchtime approaches, guests will reach Catania and will be invited to an ancient palazzo for a private lunch with the owner, Rosalba Cutore and her family - the former neighbors of the Trewhella family, who built Villa Sant’Andrea back in 1919.

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