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Hotel Vello dOro

Via Fazzello 2
Taormina, Italy 98039

The Vello dOro is a traditional hotel situated in Taorminas historic city centre on the pedestrianised Corsa Umberto, 250 metres from beaches and the Greek Theatre. This three floor property features 53 Mediterranean style guestrooms with whitewashed walls, ceramic tiled floors, marble and wooden furnishings and bright blue fabrics. All are air conditioned and include satellite television, telephones phones and tiled bathrooms with double sinks, bidets and showers. Some rooms have balconies or terraces offering sea views.
Converted to a hotel in the late 1950s, the hotel is on the former site of the ancient school of ceramic masters and retains numerous pieces of antique ceramics and many of the original buildings features. On the top floor terrace, which is equipped with deckchairs and umbrellas, guests can take in panoramic views of Monte Tauro and the Greek Theatre on one side and the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna on the other. Before sampling traditional Italian fare in the restaurant guests can enjoy a cocktail from the bar in the lounge. The concierge can assist with airport transfers, restaurant bookings and guided tours. There are a limited number of parking spaces available (surcharge applies) on site. From the back door of the hotel guests can enjoy direct access to the gently sloping streets of the famous Corso Umberto, which is lined with cafes, restaurants and shops. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 60 kilometres away, with an approximate driving time of 30 minutes.

Rates:
143.99 - 144.99 EUR

Number Of Rooms: 1
Number Of Floors: 1
Check In Time: 2 PM
Check Out Time: 10 AM

Amenities:
In House Dining
Children Allowed

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Hotel Vello dOro
Via Fazzello 2
Taormina, Italy 98039

Driving Directions:
The best way to get from the airport to the hotel is by taxi. The fare should cost approximately 75 EUR. Buses are also available from the airport. Bus tickets must be bought at a booth just outside the terminal building. Tickets must be validated in machines inside the bus, which put a time and date stamp on the ticket. The nearest train station to the hotel is Taormina Giardin, 2.5 kilometres from the hotel. The train station is served by taxis. Alternatively, the hotel can arrange airport transfers if contacted in advance. The hotel is situated in the city centre, which can be comfortably explored on foot. Local buses run to local seaside destinations and nearby towns.
Driving directions: From the airport, follow directions for Messina on the A18 road. Exit at Taormina and follow directions for downtown.