Four Season San Domenico Palace, Taormina, Sicily

Dating back to the 14th century, this magnificent former monastery, which has been a hotel since 1896, stands on the cliffs overlooking the Ionian Sea in Taormina, with Mount Etna to its right and the city’s ancient Greek theatre to its left. The charm that enticed Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, Greta Garbo and Humphrey Bogart among many other celebrities of their day, remains, as does the hotel’s links to the screen – most recently as a setting for the HBO series, The White Lotus.

Swim in the clifftop infinity pool with breathtaking sea views, stroll in our magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin-starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty.

Nestled in the heart of the stunning Sicilian landscape, the accommodations offer unparalleled elegance and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna. Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Taormina while indulging in added amenities and our Four Seasons personalized service.

Sip a cocktail in the Grand Cloister, Bar & Chiostro and you can feel the weight of history. Peek into one of the monastic cells, the smallest of the bedrooms, and you can imagine the life the monks lived, fragranced with the lemon trees and lavender they planted and which are still going strong today.

Discover Sicily through unique day trips and tours tailor-made by Four Seasons for our guests visiting Taormina.

The restaurants come with stunning views, pairing exceptional cuisine with an unforgettable coastal setting. From Michelin-starred fine dining at Principe Cerami to wine tasting at Mount Etna vineyards, savour the best of Sicily