Name: Delta Hotels by Marriott Giardini Naxos
Address: Taormina, IT
Price range: From $253

Delta Hotels by Marriott Giardini Naxos, TaorminaDelta Hotels by Marriott Giardini Naxos in Taormina, Italy has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 14 of 28 hotels we score in Taormina. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 3.4. Rooms from about $253 a night (cached, not a live quote).This four-star hotel is located on the beachfront in Giardini Naxos, Sicily. It contains 296 modern rooms and suites, many of which include balconies with views of the ocean or Mount Etna. Guests can walk through tropical gardens to reach a private sandy beach or use the outdoor infinity pool. On-site facilities include a full-service spa, a gym, and a restaurant overlooking the water. The property is suitable for families and allows pets. While the location offers direct beach access, the hotel is situated away from the main centre of Taormina.What stands out

Direct private beach access

Infinity pool with sea views

On-site spa and gym

Pet friendly accommodation

Watch out for

Located away from Taormina

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