Hotel Villa Riis - Taormina

Hotel Villa Riis - Taormina

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7.4
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Hotel Villa Riis - Taormina
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Overview

Located 65 km from Fontanarossa airport, the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis Taormina provides shuttle service, as well as cars and buses for rent. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the smoke-free hotel is 2.5 km from natural sights like Isola Bella Island.

Location

The family accommodation is situated within a 900-metre distance of Porta Messina and in the vicinity of Caffe Wunderbar. History lovers will enjoy visiting The Odeon (0.9 km) and Castillo de Castelmola Castle (1.7 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Ionian Sea, which is just 1.8 km away. Hotel Villa Riis is strategic located, only a 5-minute stroll from Porta di Catania.

You can catch the bus at Rocca bus stop, a few minutes' drive from this Taormina property.

Rooms

Some of the soundproof rooms have a balcony and a lounge, and such facilities as free Wi-Fi, along with a mini-bar. Guests can also make use of a spa bathtub, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and dressing gowns. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at this Taormina hotel.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the restaurant. The lounge bar with sea views is ideal for a relaxing drink. You can relish Italian cuisine at Osteria Pizzeria Le Tre Vie located a minute's walk from the hotel.

Leisure & Business

The Villa Riis Taormina also offers a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool. The Villa Riis organises a wide variety of activities such as windsurfing, water skiing, and boating. Corporate travellers will benefit from a conference room available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:30-23:30
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site at EUR 15 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a buffet breakfast, which costs EUR 18 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian
Building
Number of rooms:44
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Rooms and availability

Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
Superior Double or Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
Double or Twin Room Sea View
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    19 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

EUR 15 per day

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour room service

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Fitness/ Gym

Exercise gym

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Sports & Fitness

  • Exercise gym
  • Boating
  • Tennis

Services

  • 24-hour room service
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • In-room safe
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Television

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hotel Villa Riis

💵 Lowest room price 243 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.2
✈️ Distance to airport 60.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Fontanarossa, CTA

Location

Address
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Via Pietro Rizzo 13, Taormina, Italy, 98039
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Via Pietro Rizzo 13, Taormina, Italy, 98039
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Mall
Corso Umberto
440 m
Square
Piazza IX April
430 m
Museum
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano
60 m
Church
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
200 m
Parking area
Porta di Catania
230 m
Piazza Duomo 8-9
Quattro Fontane di Taormina
90 m
Salita Palazzo Ciampoli
Palazzo Ciampoli
190 m
Museum
Casa Cuseni
270 m
Via Madonna della Rocca
Castello Saraceno Casteltaormina via Crucis
510 m
Church
Chiesa Sant'Antonio Abate
100 m
Piazza IX Aprile 7
Caffe Wunderbar
410 m
Via Pompeo Sesto 12
Taormina Glass Gallery
130 m
Church
Church of San Giuseppe
360 m
Piazza IX Aprile
Torre dell'Orologio
340 m
Church
Ex Chiesa del Carmine di Taormina
240 m
Church
Chiesa del Varo
300 m
Via Dei Fabi 6
Pavone Francesco
330 m
Square
Piazza Duomo
440 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Don Ciccio
110 m
Restaurant
Pizzeria Villa Zuccaro
200 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Tiramisu Taormina
130 m
Restaurant
Malvasia
120 m
Restaurant
Al Duomo
140 m
Restaurant
Pizzeria Vecchia Taormina
140 m
Restaurant
C&G Cioccolato E Gelato
120 m
Restaurant
La Trattoria da Ugo
120 m
Restaurant
Bar Luraleo
90 m
Restaurant
Amuri e Sapuri
90 m
Restaurant
Sanicolo Osteria Pizzeria
140 m

Reviews of Hotel Villa Riis

7.4 /10
Very good
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Location9.2
Service10.0
Dining10.0
Facilities5.0
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  • I
    Ian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 01 Jul
    Perfect
    9.4

    We recently stayed at Villa Riis for a relaxing getaway. The staff, especially Daisy, were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. They made us feel right at home and provided us with great local recommendations. The location of the hotel is superb, offering stunning views. The old baroque charm of the hotel added to the unique atmosphere. we had a wonderful experience at Villa Riis.

    Can't recommend this hotel highly enough.

  • Wrote a review on 30 Jun
    Nice
    6.6

    Great location, great views from room

    Room had not been serviced properly, no bath towel one day, hairdrier broken. Was fixed but should not have had to ask. Also no instructions for room safe till I asked.

  • H
    Herbert
    United States
    Wrote a review on 29 Jun
    Perfect
    9.0

    Great location, you can walk everywhere. There's a ship terminal in front of the hotel.

    For us it was ideal.

  • M
    Martha
    United States
    Wrote a review on 28 Jun
    Perfect
    9.2

    The breakfast here is really good, and the staff are excellent. We also enjoyed a breathtaking view! 🌅

  • Wrote a review on 27 Jun
    Needs improvement
    5.8

    The location was perfect. Both proximity to Corso Umberto as well as the increadible view from the rooms and especially from the pool area.

    The staff were substandard for a 4 star hotel. They were not rude however were not skilled in customer service. The hotel itself was extremely run down and likly not a penny had gone into it for some time with the pool area being particularly dangerous including metal rusty spikes where vases used to be and an overflow with colapsed under me when I stood on it. The path down to the pool area was dirty and unmaintained. the bedrooms were functional and clean however the bathrooms were tiny and needed rennovating.

  • Wrote a review on 26 Jun
    Needs improvement
    5.0

    Great location, nice romantic building and nothing more

    ... ...incredible poor breakfast all six days...!!!..it is far, far away from 4 stars H...need to be renovated urgent ...!!!...hotel debit my bank account 45 days before of my arrival, 2 days after we made reservation, even we can canceled 2 days before of our arrival ( site info fm Booked.net )....!!

  • B
    Ben
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 27 May
    Perfect
    9.0

    Beautiful hotel with stunning views. Convenient location in the center of the city. Helpful and friendly staff. Lovely room with great views. Easy access to restaurants and shops

    Negative paragraph: Nothing all excellent.

  • R
    Ralph
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 06 May
    Very good
    7.2

    Great location with stunning views of the sea and mountains. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was delicious with a range of options to choose from. The pool was clean and inviting, perfect for a dip during a warm New Year's Day.

    The room we stayed in was quite small and lacked some finishing touches. We also experienced some noise from other guests which disturbed our sleep a few times. However, overall we had a pleasant stay and enjoyed the hotel's amenities.

  • P
    Paul
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 17 Apr
    Great
    8.8

    The hotel is located in a peaceful part of the town, just off the bustling main street. Our room was spacious and decorated in a traditional Italian style. We were delighted with the breathtaking views of the sea from our balcony. the staff were helpful and friendly, and the pool area was clean and not crowded.

  • G
    George
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 12 Mar
    Perfect
    9.8

    We had a wonderful stay at this luxurious and comfortable hotel. The location was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views of the sea and Mount Etna. The hotel sits perched on a cliff, offering a truly unique and picturesque setting. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable. The service was top-notch, with room service available 24 hours a day. The room amenities were excellent, including heating and air conditioning, a mini-bar, and a balcony with a sitting area. The free Wi-Fi in the rooms was a convenient bonus. We felt pampered and well taken care of during our time here.

    We would highly recommend this hotel to our friends.

  • D
    David
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 02 Mar
    Perfect
    9.0

    Central location, close to shops. Stunning views and peaceful ambiance. Clean rooms and attentive housekeeping. Helpful and welcoming staff. Great breakfast with plenty of choices.

  • P
    Peter
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 22 Feb
    Perfect
    9.6

    The location of this hotel was unbeatable. I was able to easily walk to all the shops and restaurants in just a few minutes. Additionally, the hotel facilities were clean and the staff was incredibly helpful. They even assisted me in resolving a rental car issue.

    Liked everything.

  • A
    Anthony
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 01 Feb
    Nice
    6.6

    The breakfast had a variety of cereals and yogurts to choose from, and the location was near the main shopping street with many restaurants to eat at. the view from the hotel was absolutely stunning and the staff was very nice and always willing to help.

    The room was very outdated and needed renovation, and the shower was extremely tiny. We did not have hot water for two of our three nights, and the staff did not seem to care.

  • L
    Linda
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 22 Jan
    Nice
    6.2

    The room at Hotel Villa Riis was absolutely gorgeous. I felt like a queen in the beautifully renovated Empire style setting. The balcony with a breathtaking view of Mount Etna and the sea was the highlight of my stay. It truly made me feel like I was in paradise. The room had all the amenities I needed, including a minibar, hairdryer, safe, and air conditioning. As a solo female traveler, I felt safe and pampered throughout my entire stay.

    Personally, I wasn't a fan of the shower/tub combination in the private bathroom. But hey, that's just my preference, and I'm sure others might find it perfectly fine.

  • G
    Glenn
    United States
    Wrote a review on 04 Jan
    Very good
    7.0

    The location of this hotel is mind-blowing, with stunning water views and close proximity to the main shopping area. The staff here are super welcoming and helpful, making you feel right at home.

    The rooms, although a bit dated, are still charming and offer beautiful terraces or balconies with amazing views. The cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms is top-notch, thanks to the hardworking housekeeping staff.

FAQ about Hotel Villa Riis

Which popular attractions are located near the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel?
One of the most famous landmarks in the vicinity of the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel is Ancient Theatre of Taormina, placed just 1.1 km away. Other sights that are worth your while are Church of San Giuseppe (950 m) as well as Taormina Centro (400 m).
Which landmarks are closest to the Hotel Villa Riis hotel?
Guests of the Hotel Villa Riis hotel can visit Caffe Wunderbar (about 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or the arched Porta di Catania Gateway placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
The hotel offers parking spaces, located on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated—9/10 according to reviews—seafood restaurant Osteria Pizzeria Le Tre Vie offering Italian cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the Hotel Villa Riis?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Hotel Villa Riis.
What is check-in and check-out time at Hotel Villa Riis?
Guests of Hotel Villa Riis can check in from 14:30 to 23:30 and check out from 07:00.
What are the booking prices at the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel?
The prices at the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel start from $146.
What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers such room types as Superior Queen Room, Deluxe Junior Suite, and Triple Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel?
Featuring an adjoining terrace and a balcony, the rooms of the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel also come with self-catering options like a mini fridge bar.
Does the staff at the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel speak any foreign languages?
The staff of the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis hotel will assist you in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Do you have a pool at the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis?
Yes, the 4-star Hotel Villa Riis features an outdoor pool area.
What children services does the hotel offer?
Such services as babysitting service will be very useful for guests staying at the hotel with their children.
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