Mazzaro Sea Palace

💆 Sensational spa with indulgent massage rituals
🏖️ Stunning beachfront setting on Mazzarò Bay
🏊 Suites and triple suites with private pool and sunbeds
🏛️ Charming, authentic Sicilian character and cuisine
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 70 | Floors: 4 | Lifts: 2

Board options: Bed and Breakfast

Minimum guest age: 18 years (adult-focused ambience)

Mazzaro Sea Palace sits directly on the pebbly curve of Mazzarò Bay, the beach satellite of Taormina. From here you’re moments from the water, with loungers lining the terrace and boats bobbing in the bay. Stroll just 50m for low-key bars and trattorie in Taormina Mare, or glide up to Taormina itself on the scenic cable car for boutique browsing, aperitivo spots and sunset views across the Ionian Sea towards Mount Etna.

This is classic Sicilian coastline: rugged cliffs dropping into crystalline water, a laid-back beach vibe by day, and a sophisticated, historic town just above when you’re ready for nightlife and culture.

Beachfront: direct access to Mazzarò Bay
Nearest bars and restaurants: approx. 50m
Taormina resort centre (via cable car or road): approx. 2km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 90 minutes (from Catania–Fontanarossa, CTA)

Taormina Mare, Sicily (Catania Airport), Italy

At Mazzaro Sea Palace, dining leans into Sicily’s rich culinary heritage with a refined, contemporary twist.

Armònia is the hotel’s signature à la carte restaurant, serving a beautifully curated menu of Italian and local Sicilian dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the panoramic terrace. Expect just-caught seafood, seasonal produce and an excellent wine list.

Blum, the beachside à la carte, opens for atmospheric dinners right by the water between mid-May and late September, championing local flavours and creative plating.

For relaxed moments, Almarè lounge bar pours everything from morning espresso to late-night cocktails (typically 09:00–00:30 in season), ideal for a spritz at golden hour overlooking the bay.

A smart dress code may apply in restaurants and operation dates, menus and supplements can vary by season and board. Reservations are often recommended, especially for Blum.

The elevated outdoor freshwater pool sits just above the shoreline, with sunbeds and parasols arranged for lingering days between swims. Pool towels are complimentary.

Below the terrace, the pebbled beach of Mazzarò unfolds in front of the hotel, with clear water and a classic lido-style set-up. It’s perfect for a refreshing dip or a coastal stroll, with the dramatic cliffs and islets of the Taormina coastline all around.

Water sports such as canoeing, snorkelling and scuba diving are available in the bay, generally run by an external provider and payable locally. Facilities and opening dates are seasonal and subject to weather.

Wellness is a key part of the experience at Mazzaro Sea Palace. The intimate spa offers soothing massage and beauty treatments (charges apply), typically open daily from around 10:00 to 19:00 in season.

Guests who like to stay active can make use of the air-conditioned gym, equipped with cardio and fitness machines and usually open during the main holiday season.

Evenings are given a gentle soundtrack with live music on selected nights – more frequent from May to August – keeping the mood sophisticated and relaxed rather than raucous.

Additional touches such as concierge services, luggage storage and equipment hire (including kettle, subject to availability) help everything run smoothly and discreetly in the background.

Suite with Pool
Intimate and indulgent, these suites sleep up to 2 adults and feature a private swimming pool and sunbeds on the terrace – ideal for honeymoon-style stays. Expect a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, turndown service and minibar (charge). Bathrooms come with a bath or shower, and rooms are air-conditioned with daily cleaning; linen changes and towel changes are available on request.

Triple Suite with Pool
Designed for up to 3 adults, Triple Suites with Pool offer all the perks of the private pool suites with extra space. Facilities broadly mirror the Suites with Pool, including a private swimming pool, sunbeds, coffee-making facilities and enhanced services; see your holiday documents for full, up-to-date details.

Suite
Elegant open-plan suites for up to 2 adults, combining a living area and sleeping space, often with a generous terrace or balcony. Amenities include flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, turndown service and minibar (charge), plus air-conditioning and a bathroom with bath or shower.

Triple Suite
Spacious accommodation for up to 3 adults, ideal for friends travelling together. Facilities are in line with other suites; specific layout and amenities can vary, so use descriptions as a guide only.

Junior Suite & Junior Suite Triple
Stylish junior suites for 2 or up to 3 adults (Junior Suite Triple) with sleeping and sitting areas combined, plus a balcony or terrace for enjoying the sea air. They come with a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, turndown service and minibar (charge), along with air-conditioning and a bathroom with bath or shower.

Deluxe Double Rooms (including Sole Use & Triple)
Deluxe Doubles, Deluxe Doubles for Sole Use and Deluxe Triple rooms offer refined comfort, with many featuring sunbeds on the balcony or terrace. Each includes a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, turndown service and minibar (charge). Air-conditioning, daily cleaning and bathrooms with bath or shower complete the set-up. Triple versions sleep up to 3 adults.

Superior Double Rooms (including Sole Use)
Calm, contemporary spaces sleeping up to 2 adults (or 1 in Sole Use), with balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, turndown service and minibar (charge). Bathrooms feature a bath or shower; rooms are air-conditioned with daily housekeeping and linen/towel changes on request.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🏊 Relax by the outdoor freshwater pool overlooking Mazzarò Bay
🛶 Enjoy canoeing, snorkelling and scuba diving in the bay (external operator, seasonal)
💪 Work out in the air-conditioned gym with cardio and fitness equipment
🎵 Unwind to regular live music evenings (seasonal; more frequent May–August)
🛥️ Take boat trips along the Taormina coastline (available locally)
🌅 Ride the cable car up to Taormina for sightseeing, shopping and sunset aperitivo

🛎️ Reception with concierge-style assistance
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
☕ Equipment hire such as kettles (subject to availability)
🧼 Daily housekeeping with linen change and towel change on request
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
💆 On-site spa offering massage and wellness treatments (charges apply, seasonal hours)
🚖 Local taxi and excursion booking via reception
📄 Information desk for cable car times, local events and restaurant recommendations

Taormina Mare & Sicily essentials
• Resort: Taormina Mare, just below the hilltop town of Taormina on Sicily’s east coast
• Flight time from UK: around 3.5 hours (to Catania–Fontanarossa, CTA)
• Transfer time to Mazzaro Sea Palace: approx. 90 minutes by road
• Language: Italian (plus local Sicilian dialect)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time zone: GMT+1 (GMT+2 in summer)

Local life in Taormina Mare centres on the bay: lidos, boat trips and relaxed waterfront bars. For a change of pace, the cable car up to Taormina runs regularly through the day, with postcard views across the coast and out towards Mount Etna.

Hotel information – including facilities, entertainment and restaurant operation dates – is based on previous seasons and may change. Some services are weather-dependent or may incur an extra charge, payable locally.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Italy advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Mazzaro Sea Palace on the beach?
Yes. Mazzaro Sea Palace enjoys a prime beachfront position on Mazzarò Bay in Taormina Mare. The hotel’s terraces spill down towards the pebbled beach, giving you near-direct access to the sea and classic Sicilian lido life.

2. What is the board basis at Mazzaro Sea Palace?
Stays are on a Bed & Breakfast basis, with a generous breakfast typically served at Armònia restaurant. You can then choose between the hotel’s à la carte dining options and the numerous bars and restaurants in Taormina Mare and Taormina for lunch and dinner.

3. Does Mazzaro Sea Palace have a spa and gym?
Yes. The hotel features a dedicated spa offering a range of massage and beauty treatments (additional charges apply), generally open daily during the main season. There is also an air-conditioned gym equipped with cardio and fitness equipment so you can keep up your routine while away.

4. Are there private pool rooms at Mazzaro Sea Palace?
Several room categories at Mazzaro Sea Palace include a private pool on the terrace, notably the Suite with Pool and the Triple Suite with Pool. These come with sunbeds and enhanced in-room amenities, perfect for a special occasion or extra privacy overlooking the bay.

5. Is Mazzaro Sea Palace suitable for couples?
Very much so. With its minimum age of 18 years, elegant styling, romantic bay views and focus on spa, dining and calm evenings with live music, the hotel is particularly well-suited to couples and friends seeking a sophisticated seaside escape.

6. How far is Mazzaro Sea Palace from Taormina town?
The medieval town of Taormina is roughly 2km away on the hill above. You can reach it quickly via the nearby cable car, which runs frequently throughout the day, or by taxi or local bus if you prefer to travel by road.

7. Is Mazzaro Sea Palace sustainable?
Yes. Mazzaro Sea Palace is recognised as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it has met a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of assessment. This typically reflects actions around energy efficiency, waste reduction, community engagement and protection of local culture and nature.

8. What kind of evening entertainment can I expect?
Evenings at Mazzaro Sea Palace are low-key and refined. There is regular live music – especially from May through August – providing a relaxed soundtrack to drinks on the terrace. Programme details and frequency can vary by season.