Villa Sant'Andrea A Belmond Hotel
Perfect for spa – serene, ocean-facing garden spa with indulgent treatments Infinity pool overlooking Mazzarò Bay – heated freshwater pool with sweeping sea views Fantastic dining options – three refined à la carte restaurants with Italian and international menus Private beach club – reserved beachfront, beach bar and attentive beach butlers Elegant Italian décor – villa-style interiors with antiques, frescoes and classic Belmond styling Free Wi-Fi throughout
Overview
Sink into a cinematic Sicilian summer at Villa Sant’Andrea A Belmond Hotel, a 5-star retreat cascading down to Mazzarò Bay. This former private villa pairs Old World glamour with Belmond’s polished service: an infinity pool seemingly spilling into the sea, an intimate beach club, fragrant gardens and candlelit terraces made for long, lazy evenings. Expect refined Sicilian cuisine, a tranquil garden spa that gazes out to the water and beautifully dressed rooms that feel like a private seaside residence.
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Map & location
Taormina Mare, Sicily (Catania Airport), Italy
Hugging the curve of Mazzarò Bay, Villa Sant’Andrea A Belmond Hotel sits at the water’s edge in Taormina Mare, just below Taormina’s medieval hilltop town. A pretty pebbled beach and calm, clear water make the bay ideal for relaxed swims and boat trips around Isola Bella.
From the hotel you’re around 400m from Taormina Mare resort centre, with cafés and bars, and close to the cable car that glides up to Taormina itself for boutique shopping, ancient ruins and restaurant-lined lanes. It’s a great choice if you want a peaceful seaside base without sacrificing access to culture and nightlife.
- Beach direct access to hotel’s private beachfront section
- Taormina Mare resort centre 400m
- Taormina old town (via cable car) short ride from Taormina Mare
- bars and restaurants within a few hundred metres
- Approx. transfer time from airport 1 hour 30 minutes
Facilities
Pool & outdoors
The hotel’s centrepiece is its heated outdoor freshwater infinity pool, seemingly suspended above Mazzarò Bay. Loungers and parasols line the sun terrace, with pool towels provided free of charge. The pool is typically heated between late March and early November, ideal for shoulder-season dips (dates may vary).
Just below, the hotel opens onto a private beachfront section reserved for guests, with sunbeds and parasols arranged on the pebbled shore. The Beach Bar and beach butler service keep drinks, Italian gelato and light bites coming to your lounger, so you can settle in for a full day by the water.
Spa, sports & wellness
Wellness at Villa Sant’Andrea A Belmond Hotel is all about calm, coastal indulgence. The garden spa offers beauty treatments, massages and salon services (including an on-site hairdresser), many using Sicilian botanicals and essential oils. Treatments are payable locally and schedules vary seasonally.
A compact, air-conditioned gym houses cardio equipment, fixed strength machines and a free weights area, perfect for an early-morning workout before a swim.
Beyond that, you’ll find thoughtful touches such as concierge and luggage services, English-language newspapers and equipment hire including wheelchairs (charges may apply). A sister property in Taormina allows for easy combined stays if you’d like to split time between sea and hilltop town.
Activities
? Relax in the heated infinity pool with sea views
?️ Unwind on the private beachfront with sunbeds and parasols
?♀️ Indulge in spa rituals, beauty treatments and salon services (chargeable)
? Work out in the air-conditioned gym with cardio, weights and strength machines
???? Seasonal children’s club (4–12yrs) with arts & crafts, games and water-based fun
? Indoor play area with TV and movie zone for younger guests
Guest services
?️ 24-hour reception and attentive concierge service
? Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
? Equipment hire including wheelchairs (local charge)
? English-language newspapers available
? Free pool towels at the beach and pool
? Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service
? In-room safes and secure key card access
? Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property
Food & drink
Dining is a major highlight at Villa Sant’Andrea A Belmond Hotel, with an emphasis on seasonal Sicilian ingredients, just-caught seafood and elegant presentation.
Ristorante Sant’Andrea sits on the panoramic terrace, serving Italian cuisine from breakfast through to dinner. Expect freshly baked pastries, island cheeses and fruit at breakfast, followed by long lunches and candlelit dinners accompanied by Sicilian wines. Smart dress is requested in the evenings (no beachwear; gentlemen in long trousers).
Brace at Bar Sant’Andrea brings a more grill-focused, à la carte concept to the terrace, ideal for refined lunches or relaxed evenings overlooking the bay.
For a truly intimate experience, Brizza is the hotel’s signature waterfront restaurant, located directly on the beach and open from June to September. Only a handful of diners are seated each night by the water’s edge, with creative tasting menus built around the catch of the day.
Three stylish bars keep you well refreshed:
– Bar Sant’Andrea – cocktail bar on the terrace (approx. 10:00–01:00)
– Beach Bar – toes-in-the-sand beach bar (approx. 10:00–18:30)
– Pool Bar – drinks and light bites by the pool (approx. 10:00–18:30)
Reservations and supplements can apply depending on your board basis; opening dates and times are subject to seasonal change. What All Inclusive typically includes.
Rooms
Mare Suite Sleeps 1–4
Sleeps: 1–4
Generous suites ideal for longer stays or families, combining a refined living area with one or more bedrooms. Expect similar in-room amenities to the Deluxe Suite with Sea View, plus a layout designed to maximise comfort and sea vistas.
Premium Junior Suite with Sea View Sleeps 1–3
Sleeps: 1–3
Junior suite with open-plan sleeping and sitting area and a balcony framing the bay. Comes with flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, DVD player, pillow menu, turndown service, minibar (charge), coffee-making facilities and a bathroom with shower.
Superior Junior Suite with Sea View Sleeps 1–3
Sleeps: 1–3
Romantic junior suite featuring a combined lounge/bedroom area and partial or full sea views. The bathroom includes a bath with shower attachment, and you’ll have all the signature comforts – robe and slippers, coffee facilities, air‑conditioning and daily cleaning.
Premium Suite with Sea View Sleeps 1–3
Sleeps: 1–3
Premium-level suites with enhanced space and standout sea views from the balcony or terrace. They feature a separate bedroom and living area, luxury linens and a bathroom with bath and separate shower.
Ionica Suite with Private Pool Sleeps 1–4
Sleeps: 1–4
The hotel’s showpiece suite, offering a private pool and expansive terrace with panoramic views over the Ionian Sea. Ideal for celebrations or privacy seekers, with two bathrooms (each with bath and shower attachment), generous living space and all standard amenities.
Premium Room with Sea View Sleeps 1–2
Sleeps: 1–2
Chic doubles with tasteful décor and side or full sea views. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, DVD player, pillow menu, turndown service, minibar (charge), air‑conditioning and a bathroom with bath and shower attachment.
Deluxe Room with Sea View Sleeps 1–2
Sleeps: 1–2
Upgraded rooms with a balcony and more expansive sea views, finished in elegant Italian style. Ideal for couples who spend plenty of time on the terrace.
Superior Room with Sea View Sleeps 1–2
Sleeps: 1–2
Comfortable, light-filled rooms where you can wake up to the sight of Mazzarò Bay. All come with air‑conditioning, Wi‑Fi, DVD player, bathrobe and slippers, coffee facilities and pillow menu.
Superior Room Sleeps 1–3
Sleeps: 1–3
Stylish non-sea-view rooms offering a slightly more spacious layout suitable for up to three guests. A good-value way to experience the Belmond style and facilities.
Suite Sleeps 1–4
Sleeps: 1–4
Classic suites with separate bedroom and lounge, balcony, and bathroom with bath and separate shower – ideal if you want apartment-like space while still enjoying full hotel service.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.
More info
Good to know: Taormina Mare offers a relaxed seaside atmosphere with pebbled beaches, clear water and a handful of bars and trattorie, while the cable car whisks you up to Taormina’s lively old town in minutes.
Resort essentials:
– Country: Italy
– Region: Sicily (Catania Airport)
– Resort: Taormina Mare
– Language: Italian (and local Sicilian dialect)
– Currency: Euro (€)
– Time difference: GMT +1 (daylight saving applies)
– Average UK–Catania flight time: around 3.5 hours
Hotel operates a smart-casual dress code in key restaurants and bars (no beachwear; long trousers requested for gentlemen in the evening). Facilities, opening times and seasonal services – such as the children’s club and Brizza beachfront restaurant – may vary according to occupancy, weather and local regulations. Local charges may apply for some services, including spa treatments, minibar items and selected equipment hire.
For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Italy advice.
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