Taormina Mare · 37°51′06″N 15°17′31″E
A sanctuary of fourteen sea-facing suites suspended above the Bay of Isola Bella. Surrounded by century-old citrus groves, warm travertine terraces, and the quiet rhythm of Sicilian hospitality.
01 · The Sanctuary
Originally built in 1894 as a winter retreat for a Taormina botanical collector, Villa Aurelia preserves its thick Modica limestone walls, vaulted loggias, and terraced lemon gardens. Restored with local travertine, linen textiles, and understated contemporary comfort, every room frames the changing light between Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea.
02 · Accommodations
No two suites share the same floor plan. Compare floor areas, terrace orientations, and seasonal placeholder rates below · and select any room to pre-fill your direct stay inquiry.
Ionian Sea & EtnaVaulted ceilings, hand-troweled lime plaster walls, and a 22 m² private loggia suspended above the Bay of Naxos. Ideal for unhurried mornings and private sunset aperitivi.
Isola Bella CoveTall French doors open directly onto a wrought-iron balcony overlooking the turquoise cove of Isola Bella, finished with antique Caltagirone ceramics and custom walnut joinery.
Citrus Grove & CoastShaded by century-old zagara lemon trees and bougainvillea, this quiet sanctuary features a private stone patio with daybeds and direct garden access to the infinity pool.
360° Sea, Etna & TeatroOccupying the entire upper belvedere of the villa, featuring a separate living salon, dining pergola for six, private heated travertine plunge pool, and dedicated butler service.
03 · Visual Journey
From early morning coffee beneath the lemon pergola to late afternoon swims suspended above the bay, explore the spaces that define life at Villa Aurelia.
04 · Services & Rituals
Every stay includes personal concierge curation, morning dining in our botanical garden, and effortless access to both the Ionian coast and Mount Etna’s wine estates.
Served à la carte under the lemon pergola until 11:00 AM: warm ricotta cannoli, Modica chocolate brioche, Bronte pistachio cream, and pressed blood orange juice.
Carved into the cliffside travertine terrace with uninterrupted views of the Ionian coast, complete with linen cabanas and poolside herbal infusions.
Direct guests enjoy complimentary electric shuttle transfers to our partner beach club on Mazzarò bay, plus private coastal charters aboard our wooden boat.
Intimate evening dining celebrating day-boat Ionian seafood and over 180 labels of volcanic Carricante and Nerello Mascalese wines from Mount Etna’s northern slopes.
Holistic Sicilian treatments using cold-pressed olive oil, volcanic basalt stones, and neroli blossom distillates in our vaulted stone wellness room or in-suite.
Seamless door-to-door transfers from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), private vineyard tours with sommeliers, and helicopter excursions to the Aeolian Islands.
05 · Location & Surroundings
Tucked along a quiet panoramic lane just below Taormina’s historic center, Villa Aurelia lets you walk to Corso Umberto in minutes while remaining shielded from daytime crowds.
Address & Arrival
Private valet parking with EV charging is available on-site. Complimentary luggage assistance and private Mercedes V-Class transfers from Catania Airport (CTA) or Taormina-Giardini railway station can be arranged upon reservation.
Greco-Roman amphitheater framed by Mount Etna and the Ionian coast.
Pedestrian historic boulevard lined with baroque palazzi, boutiques, and cafés.
Iconic pebble islet and crystal-clear marine reserve connected by a narrow sandbar.
Medieval acropolis village perched high above Taormina, famed for sunset views.
High-altitude volcanic vineyards and lava craters between Solicchiata and Passopisciaro.
Closest international airport with direct highway connection to Taormina.
06 · Guest Impressions
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“Waking up to the silhouette of Mount Etna over the water while breakfast is set under the lemon trees · Villa Aurelia feels like a private Sicilian home rather than a hotel.”
“Booking directly through the villa’s website made everything effortless. The concierge arranged our Catania transfer and reserved cliffside sunbeds before we even landed.”
“Quiet, architectural, and unhurried. Walking nine minutes from the Greek Theatre back to the salt-water infinity pool at dusk is an experience we will never forget.”
07 · Direct Reservation Desk
Select your preferred dates and suite to preview seasonal placeholder rates. Direct reservations include daily citrus-grove breakfast, private lido shuttle access, and priority suite upgrades upon arrival.
Placeholder demo calculation · Includes breakfast & taxes
