Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
Tucked directly into Mazzarò Bay, Villa Sant’Andrea is a refined Sicilian beach retreat with a private lido, sea-view rooms, an infinity pool and a cable-car connection to Taormina above.
Villa Sant’Andrea occupies a sheltered position directly on Mazzarò Bay below Taormina, with the Ionian Sea immediately in front of the hotel. The location combines the intimacy of a classic summer residence with convenient access to the historic town by nearby cable car.
Rooms, junior suites and larger suites lean into traditional Sicilian materials and soft coastal colors, with many categories adding balconies or terraces over the bay. Signature accommodations include private outdoor space and, in select cases, a pool.
The hotel’s private beach and Lido Villeggiatura are central to the experience, complemented by an infinity pool and landscaped gardens. Guests can spend the day almost entirely beside the water before moving up to Taormina for the evening.
Dining ranges from Ristorante Sant’Andrea to the tiny 16-seat Brizza at the water’s edge, supported by beach and pool bars. The setting makes seafood and Sicilian produce feel inseparable from the view rather than merely part of the menu.
Villa Sant’Andrea is best for travelers who want Taormina but would rather sleep beside the sea than in the hilltop center. Its private beach, refined scale and direct link between coastline and town make it one of the area’s most complete luxury stays.