The Ashbee Hotel

We stayed in a suit with balcony and it was beautifully decorated with a beautiful view. The hotel is just 2 minutes walk to the old town center , i think it is one of the best hotels in Taormina. The breakfast is served at the rooftop and has a large variety.

Beautiful grounds - pool, outside sitting area and rooftop breakfast location all have spectacular views of the sea. Our "superior" room was in a separate building across the entry courtyard from the main building. The bedroom was on the small side; no view of anything; in lieu of a normal bathtub there was a spa big enough to share with several friends (climbing in and out to shower was a challenge). The room also had a second story bedroom/bath, which had no benefit for the two of us. The hotel is in a quiet location but only a block or two from the principal tourist streets. Valet parking (a must) is 50 Euros/day. All in all, a wonderful place to stay. (Note that to reach the hotel, and the town, from the motorway requires driving up a somewhat steep, narrow winding road - just go slowly if not used to these roads - was only a bit scary when tour busses were headed in the opposite direction!)

This hotel is recommended as a Fine Hotel and Resort with American Express. The hotel does not deliver that kind of experience. When we arrived at midnight in the pouring rain there was only one person on the staff available to help 4 of us get our luggage up to our rooms on the second and third floor with no elevator. We are in our 70's. Our bathroom shower flooded the room every night and no one was interested in fixing it. We were there 5 nights and spoke with three people about the shower problem. It was very slippery and dangerous situation for my husband and I. They are more interested in their Michelin Restaurant on the property than their guests staying there. After breakfast there is no food service unless you want to get lite bites at the pool. It is difficult to get a cocktail. Like I said they are all about the Michelin Restaurant and not their hotel guests. This was very disappointing service that you would not expect at this highly rated hotel. Stay somewhere else if you want good service and attention. When we checked out they didn't even know what room we were in. The only good thing I can say is breakfast was good and the view was nice. Don't stay here it is not worth the price. There are too many other wonderful choices and you will not get your moneys worth at this hotel.

All great, except elevator to 2 floors up to breakfast was not working during the entire 3 day stay. Staff a little slow in general. Great restaurant!

Spent three nights here, it is in a perfect location so close to the bustle of Taormina yet quiet. The breakfast terrace is idyllic with a wonderful selection of everything. The staff were very helpful. We had a rental car with us (you really do not need a car here) and prearranged parking at the hotel which we knew would cost 50 euro a night so were happy to pay it. The terrace to the back has a wonderful view and a CNN lovely place to sit and have a drink.

I would like to give 6* if possible! This was a special holiday for my husband's birthday. We stayed here on the recommendation of our travel agent who have customers who rave about it. I can see why! Even though we had an entry level room (others were taken) it was amazing! ALL staff were fantastic but special mention to Manuella and Marco from the breakfast team. Beautiful, small hotel (23 rooms) which was a private villa, originally. Very well appointed and nicely decorated. The breakfast room is on the roof with amazing views. Only thing that spoiled the tranquility was a group of loud American cyclists (I think) Loud in the breakfast room; loud by the pool. :( The Michelin Starred restaurant, as you would expect, is very expensive as well as drinks from the bar. 20 euros for a glass of wine! Perfect situation for exploring Taomina. Lots of great restaurants and a walk down the, pedestrianised, main street was great with all the designer shops. A trip to the Opera was 22 euros well spent, too! Easy access to the bus station, cable car for a trip to Isola Bella is worth a visit. So much to see in the area, too. Local tourist office (near the Messina Gate) can book these for you. We went on the Godfather tour, of course, a day trip to Syracuse, Ortegia and Neapolis, and Etna is a must! There is a hop on/hop off bus which gives you an orientation tour of the area. We hope to return and maybe try one of the bigger, sea front rooms.

The Ashbee is in a great location with regard to the main shopping/dining area in Taormina. My room was essentially next to the main busy road so very loud. The property had their garbage in a dumpster picked up at 4am right outside our room. There is trash and discarded items on the side of the property that you see every time I walked to my room (room 37 deluxe room). There is no dresser or shelves to put away any clothes. The pool is FREEZING and is not heated. Outdoor areas are very sp**** and no cushions are provided for balcony areas unless requested. The free breakfast was excellent and served on the roof. Overall, an average property that needs updating and cleanup in a great proximity to the main shopping area of Taormina.

This was our second time staying at the Ashbee hotel. Gorgeous boutique hotel. Perfect location. Beautiful property. Nice rooms. Great staff. We will start here every time we come back.