Grand Hotel San Pietro, Taormina, Sicily, Italy

• 10 minutes walk to Corso Umberto, the main street of Taormina • 2km to private beach area at sister Hotel Caparena with FREE shuttle

A member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux group, the Grand Hotel San Pietro is a stylish and elegant hotel in a scenic and tranquil setting. Renowned for its hospitality, guests can relax in the luxury of San Pietro's spectacular surroundings with gardens filled with colourful flora and stunning views of the Ionian Sea and the imposing backdrop of Mount Etna. Take a culinary voyage and experience the flavours of Mediterranean cuisine prepared by high-class chefs in the refined 'Il Giardino degli Ulivi' restaurant. Not to be missed is a relaxing day at the hotel's stylish private beach area at Hotel Caparena where the crystal clear waters lap against manicured white sands while guests enjoy delicious cocktails at the beach bar, a bite to eat at the funky beachside restaurant or just soaking up the sun in relaxing surroundings.

• outdoor freshwater swimming pool with sun loungers and parasols (open May-Sept, weather permitting) • pool bar • stylish and relaxing private beach at sister Hotel Caparena with sun loungers, parasols, beach bar, restaurant and changing facilities with FREE shuttle bus service from the hotel • 'Il Giardino degli Ulivi' à la carte restaurant serving high class, delicious cuisine • 'La Melarancia' piano bar with regular live music • sun terrace overlooking the pool with stunning views of Taormina Riviera and Mt. Etna, also serving lunch • tea room • lounge area • library • FREE shuttle bus to Taormina centre • FREE WiFi throughout hotel • small fitness room • extra charge for beauty treatments • extra charge for use of spa and wellness centre at Hotel Caparena • FREE outdoor parking • concierge service offering local information and booking of activities and excursions • lift • 63 bedrooms

for 2 people on bed and breakfast sharing a classic room with twin beds, private bath, shower, WC and garden view. Superior rooms with a balcony or terrace and front sea view and rooms for sole occupancy are available at a supplement. All rooms have satellite TV, hairdryer, minibar, safe, bathrobes and air conditioning (Jun-Sept).

• hot and cold buffet breakfast • half board is available at a supplement where meals can be either lunch or evening meal