Eastern Sicily

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Ursino Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage architecture
Roman Amphitheater showing a ruin
Cathedral Square showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city
Cathedral Square showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Cathedral of Noto showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Eastern Sicily

Greek Theatre showing a ruin and heritage architecture

Taormina City Centre

The colourful gardens and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip.

Taormina City Centre
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Ortigia

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.

Ortigia
Angera featuring a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Roman Amphitheater while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
Ursino Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Old Town Catania

Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Ursino Castle or Catania Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town.

Old Town Catania
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Mazzaro

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip.

Mazzaro
Mount Etna showing mountains

Contrada Pantano d'Arci

If you're spending some time in Contrada Pantano d'Arci, Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia are top sights worth seeing.

Contrada Pantano d'Arci
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM717 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
RM717
RM813 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Sensational staff, Rita knew so much about the area and how to navigate it. Conveniently located and great food options, rooftop was wonderful and we saw the sparkling lava of Aetna. Superb"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
UNA Hotels Capotaormina

UNA Hotels Capotaormina

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 105, Taormina, ME
The price is RM2,666 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
RM2,666
RM2,972 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Taormina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"This property was absolutely stunning. Every inch of the property was well maintained. The staff was very friendly and the free transportation was an added bonus. I can’t wait to go back !"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

UNA Hotels Capotaormina
Hotel Santa Tecla Palace

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace

4 out of 5
Via Balestrate, 100, Santa Tecla, Acireale, CT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Acireale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Timpa Natural Reserve and Piazza ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (268 reviews)
Amazing hotel
"We had a fabulous stay at Hotel Santa Tecla Palace. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Food was excellent as was the service. The pool is as amazing as it looks in the photos. It’s clean and the lifeguards are very helpful. The sea was lovely, easy access and crystal clear water. Reception staff ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata

Via Monte Sant'Agata, 5, Catania, CT
Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and premium bedding. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"Lovely staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
Hotel - Residence La Residenza

Hotel - Residence La Residenza

4 out of 5
Via 27 Lulgio, 115, Messina, ME
Stay at this 4-star residence in Messina. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa San Giovanni Ferry Terminal ...
7.4/10 Good! (202 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel with friendly staff. Well located for ferry port and train station, with tram to both for the less energetic. I checked in late Sunday afternoon which meant reception was not staffed, but intercom provided all information to get in and access key card. Very comfortable bed and perfect ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Residence Terra Rossa

Residence Terra Rossa

Via Bongiovanni 12, Taormina, ME
Stay at this residence in Taormina. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Isola Bella and Greek Theatre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at Residence Terra Rossa. The views were breathtaking. Our room and the grounds were spotless clean. We traveled with our kids (ages 6, 8, 10) and we are an active family so we had no issues with the vast number of stairs. In fact we really enjoyed the walks home to burn off ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Residence Terra Rossa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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