Terraces above Taormina
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Taormina has been long been a magnet for travellers. Its unforgettable views of Mount Etna and Sicily's east coast, its ancient architectural wonders, and its labyrinth of pretty streets are hard to beat. The same can be said of AltaRocca, a beautifully restyled house with a pool, whose panoramic terraces gaze out over the town and the sea. Enjoy Taormina's numerous attractions when you're in the mood; retreat to the tranquil confines of AltaRocca when it's time for some R&R.
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Keyholder highlights
- Ravishing views of Taormina and the sea
- Contemporary interiors
- Panoramic pool terrace
- Easy walk to shops and restaurants
- Beach access via cable car
Gallery
AltaRocca's charming pool area.
Views out to sea from the pool.
The stylish al fresco dining area at AltaRocca.
Pick your spot and settle in for the day.
Spellbinding views out over the rooftops of Taormina and the Ionian Sea.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist available during your stay for emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A mid-week cleaning and linen change service
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night
From the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
AltaRocca is a lovely villa in a beautiful location. Very convenient for the shops and restaurants. We had the perfect family holiday and we would return because it was just right for our needs as a family.
SB October 2025
AltaRocca was absolutely stunning. The pictures do not do it justice. The pool is huge and has an amazing flat area for the kids to splash around in. Every room and balcony has breathtaking views. The décor and all features in the house are updated and beautiful. We would absolutely recommend this villa to anyone going to Taormina. It is right off the main stretch so it is close to absolutely everything. We would return to AltaRocca in a heartbeat. It is perfect for families who want to share a house together without having to pay for separate hotel rooms. it was amazing.
KZ June 2025
Paradise at the peak of Taormina - that is what AltaRocca is. What stood out was the location, the quality of the accommodations, and the kind guys that helped us up and down with luggage. We loved our chef service. They were so sweet, we had a lovely time talking with them and the food was delicious!
JW May 2025
AltaRocca is a beautiful villa in fabulous Taormina. What a joy. The views, the amenities, the pool and the facilities around the pool, the bbq area, the comfy beds, and the welcome pack all stood out. Thank you Thinking Traveller for the wine. The toiletries were lovely, the bathrobes, everything about the villa was a delight. Would we return? Yes, it was just such a delightful experience from start to finish.
Verified guest, May 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at AltaRocca. The setting of the villa is spectacular, clearly everything in it is new and therefore all works very well. The caretaker could not have been more helpful.
Verified guest, May 2025
What stood out about AltaRocca was the luxury, the people and the warmth of the welcome. The villa is in a stunning location, the food was wonderful, and it was so quiet and peaceful.
Verified guest, June 2025
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
AltaRocca occupies a fabulous position just a minute's walk from the centre of the ancient, glorious, beguiling and perfectly positioned town of Taormina. The town's labyrinth of pretty streets, its panoramic piazze, its boutiques, its Michelin-starred restaurants and its chic bars are all on your doorstep, not to mention its myriad historical and architectural treasures.
In the summer months, Taormina's world-famous Graeco-Roman theatre hosts numerous concerts, operas and other events, so you'll never be short of things to do in the evening.
The idyllic beaches of Mazzarò and Isola Bella below Taormina are just a cable car ride away, making it wonderfully easy for those who wish to spend time by and in the Ionian Sea.
Sicily's Ionian Riviera has much to offer besides Taormina, including the huge attraction of Mount Etna and the villages and towns that populate its flanks.
Guests staying at AltaRocca are also within easy day trip range of Catania (a Baroque lava-stone city with vibrant streets markets and much more), ancient Syracuse, once the mightiest city in Magna Graecia, and the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Noto, Modica, Ragusa and Scicli.
Getting to and around
Catania airport:
65km-41miles-45minsPalermo airport:
290km-180miles-3hr15Trapani airport:
370km-231miles-3hr55Taormina centre (restaurants, cafés, shops, sights, etc):
right outside the garden gate (via steps)Nearest beaches:
Isola Bella and Mazzarò - a 10-minute walk and a 5-minute cable car rideMount Etna cable car:
62km-38miles-1hr10Catania centre:
52km-32miles-45minsSyracuse:
120km-73miles-1hr30Noto:
145km-90miles-1hr45Modica:
175km-110miles-2hr10Local Experiences
Helicopter tours in East Sicily
A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.
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Culinary experiences in East Sicily
From the bounty of Mount Etna to the fish-rich sea below, the Ionian Riviera is home to a host of gastronomic delights. Our culinary experiences in the area will give you the knowledge and the skills to recreate some of eastern Sicily's best-known dishes.
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Wine tours on Mount Etna
Some of Italy’s finest wines are now being made on the flanks of Mount Etna. A new generation of Sicilian producers are realising the full potential of the mountain’s climate, its autochthonous grape varieties (NerelloMascalese - red - and Carricante - white), its ultra-fertile soil and its unique terroir. To discover just how the natural magic of the mountain combines with the perseverance and passion of man to create outstanding wines, let us arrange a chaufferued wine-tasting tour for you. A delicious lunch is included, so you’ll get a full experience of Etna’s gastronomic abundance.
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Private Guided tours in East Sicily
Sicily is, quite simply, one of the world’s most fascinating places, with a uniquely rich history, geography and cultural heritage. The Eastern side of the island has a seemingly endless variety of treasures to discover, from the architectural gems and culinary delights of the main towns, to UNESCO Heritage sites, to the geological phenomena and breath-taking landscapes of Mount Etna.Our private guides are tried and tested experts in their field, with many holding PhDs in their particular specialism. Book a tour or two with them and you'll come away with fascinating insights into your destination's towns, archaeological sites, food, wine, landscapes and geology.
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Private boat charters in East Sicily
The coastline between Taormina and Catania is one of the most dramatic and idyllic in Sicily, thanks to its sandy-pebbly coves, its sea stacks and its transparent waters. The best way to explore it is by boat, and we can arrange a wide variety of full-day, half-day and sunset trips. From your port of departure, you'll head to the lovely fishing villages dotting the coast, such as Aci Trezza and Aci Castello, before sailing north towards the Bay of Giardini Naxos below Capo Taormina. Once there, your skipper will drop anchor so that you can enjoy an unforgettable swim under the awesome gaze of Mount Etna. If you can tear yourselves away from this majestic setting, your trip will continue north to the gorgeous Bay of Isola Bella, one of Sicily's most evocative and picturesque sections of coastline, where lush vegetation imbues the brilliant blue water of the Grotta Azzurra with an emerald green hue.
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Beach clubs and relaxing activities
The Ionian Riviera has a great selection of beaches and rocky lava stone coves starting just north of Catania which continue all the way up and past Taormina. A day spent at the beach is a brilliant way to relax and enjoy this stretch of fantastic coastline as a family. If you're looking comfort and full facilities, we highly recommend heading to one of the coast’s many beach clubs (also known as Stabilimenti Balneari) which are private areas of beach with different kinds of facilities such as loungers and umbrellas, cafés/bars and restaurants, kayaks, windsurfing, changing rooms etc., particularly useful for children and to get away from the crowds. But this area of Sicily isn’t all about the sea, so if the beach isn’t for you, a great alternative is spending a day at one of Etna’s renowned wineries.Take some time to tour the winery, sample the delicious wines produced there, and take advantage of the other facilities available for an enriching and relaxing day out.
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