La Via del Mare

Emanuela and her husband couldn't have done more to make us feel welcome and were so helpful. The room was lovely and the view was incredible. It was a real treat to have the room serviced each day.

La Via Del Mare exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel like family — warm, attentive, and always ready to help with a genuine smile. The location is simply unbeatable. Tucked right in the heart of Taormina, it's an easy stroll to Corso Umberto, the ancient theatre, and all the town's best cafés and boutiques — yet it still feels like a peaceful retreat away from the crowds. And then there are the views. Waking up to the Ionian Sea stretching out below, is something we won't forget. Watching the sunset from the terrace, with the coastline glowing gold, was pure magic. Impeccable service, an unrivaled location, and views that take your breath away — La Via Del Mare is everything you could want from a stay in Taormina. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Sicily!

This was actually my second time staying at Emanuela’s place over the years, and once again, everything was perfect. Coming back after all this time and having the same wonderful experience says a lot about the quality and care she puts into this place. Everything was exceptionally clean, comfortable, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. What makes La Via del Mare truly special, however, is Emanuela. She is genuinely one of the best hosts I have ever met — incredibly kind, welcoming, attentive, and always ready to help with anything. She makes you feel at home from the moment you arrive. The breakfast was also fantastic — fresh, delicious, and the perfect way to start the day. I can honestly say that I would choose staying with Emanuela at La Via del Mare over a five-star hotel in Taormina any time. The personal attention, warmth, cleanliness, comfort, and overall experience are something that even many luxury hotels cannot offer. After staying here twice over the years, I can confidently say that whenever I return to Taormina, this will always be my first choice. Highly, highly recommended. A true 10/10 experience!

The landlady is nice and helpful. The view is quite amazing and there’s a little terrace to enjoy it, although not fully separated terrace.

The room (largest room of the two) was a bit like stepping into a cave: deep, dark, with old uncomfortable beds, mouldy smell in the bathroom and largely used for various storage.