Hotel Metropole Taormina (Taormina, Italy)

With breathtaking views both across the water and towards Mount Etna, Hotel Metropole Taormina offers exquisitely luxurious accommodation to those who demand nothing less than the best. The 28 rooms and suites are furnished and decorated to a high standard and have a distinct minimalist and Zen-like feel to them. Each features en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, minibar and telephone. Many have exquisite views out over the Med. There is a simply gorgeous infinity pool, which seemly blends with the sea beyond, and a tranquil spa area with hammam, sauna and treatments available. Metropole Taormina is very well known for attracting great jazz performers, and there are regular performances in the lounge. A buffet breakfast is available at the hotel, while later on the lounge-bar and terrace serves drinks and light meals. There are some wonderfully sheltered and private beaches nearby, and the hotel provides a free shuttle to these.