3 Star Hotel

La Pensione Svizzera

Via Luigi Pirandello 26, Taormina, Italy View Map

$231 nightly

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La Pensione Svizzera

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Hotel "La Pensione Svizzera" is a classic, small and charming hotel. Owned by the Vinciguerra family since 1925, it is located on one of the most beautiful, panoramic roads of Taormina. Hotel "La Pensione Svizzera" is within a short walking distance from the historic center with its Greek amphitheater, from the cable car and the bus terminal. Rooms at the Pensione Svizzera all feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a balcony, while others have sea views. The establishment's atmosphere is familiar and peaceful. Buffet breakfast is served in the garden or in the garden pavilion. Hotel "La Pensione Svizzera" offers front desk service 24 hours, bar, internet point and a shuttle service to the private beach (from May to October). The team at the reception desk is extremely helpful. Let them arrange tennis and diving reservations, airport limousine transfers and individual excursions. The staff can also book bus excursions, reserve you a restaurant, and help you rent a car.

212 Reviews

9.1Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.0
Staff
9.6
Location
9.6

What Guests Say

  • “Excellent view and food. There is an elevator which many old Italian hotels do not have. It was very clean and the staff was very…”
  • “Great location, easy walk to main part of town, bus stop and air tram down to beach. Breakfast and happy hour were both fantastic!…”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Double Room1/4

Double Room

119 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Standard Double Room with Sea View1/4

Standard Double Room with Sea View

108 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Quadruple Room1/3

Quadruple Room

216 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Double Room with Terrace1/4

Double Room with Terrace

108 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Triple Room1/3

Triple Room

173 sqft • 3 Single, 1 Single, 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Junior Suite with Sea View1/4

Junior Suite with Sea View

388 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower

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    What Guests Loved

    9.1
    Exceptional

    Based on 212 reviews

    Location

    9.6

    Cleanliness

    9

    Staff

    9.6

    Overall Quality

    9

    Pros +

    • Excellent view and food. There is an elevator which many old Italian hotels do not have. It was very clean and the staff was very helpful and accommodating.
    • Great location, easy walk to main part of town, bus stop and air tram down to beach. Breakfast and happy hour were both fantastic! Antonella at front desk was very helpful in arranging reservations for dinner and transportation for us. Mario took care of us as well during happy hour and breakfast.
    • Very convenient location. Wonderful breakfast. Pleasant staff.

    Cons -

    • The room was fairly small but did have a charming balcony.
    • Stairs !!need to carry your suitcase from street level to hotel for check in but is way of life all over Italy
    • Would have liked more help getting luggage up and down stairs.
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    9MaariPosted on: 1-20-2026

    Excellent view and food. There is an elevator which many old Italian hotels do not have. It was very clean and the staff was very helpful and accommodating.

    10JulianPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Great location, easy walk to main part of town, bus stop and air tram down to beach. Breakfast and happy hour were both fantastic! Antonella at front desk was very helpful in arranging reservations for dinner and transportation for us. Mario took care of us as well during happy hour and breakfast.

    9DeborahPosted on: 10-26-2025

    Very convenient location. Wonderful breakfast. Pleasant staff.

    10IngridPosted on: 10-25-2025

    Excellent location, beautiful and charming premises, and delicious breakfast.

    The room was fairly small but did have a charming balcony.

    10Brenda-LeePosted on: 10-9-2025

    Had a wonderful stay at La Pensione Svizzera in Taormina! This lovely hotel is perfectly located, and the staff were absolutely fabulous. Their warmth and hospitality made our stay truly unforgettable. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great experience in Taormina! ??

    10GigiPosted on: 10-5-2025

    10 out of 10, staff, breakfast, location, view! Bellisima!

    10KittyPosted on: 10-1-2025

    Family owned hotel with history, staffs are friendly, helpful and pleasant , excellent location , hotel is in city but not inside city center so you can escape noises and have nice view of sea and surrounding

    Stairs !!need to carry your suitcase from street level to hotel for check in but is way of life all over Italy

    10DonnaPosted on: 10-1-2025

    It was high on the hill overlooking the ocean and islands. The staff were very accommodating for holding my luggage and fulfilled my request for a view room which was lovely!

    8CarolPosted on: 10-1-2025

    The front desk was wonderful booking cabs & side trips for us!

    Would have liked more help getting luggage up and down stairs.

    7VirginiaPosted on: 9-23-2025

    There are many excellent qualities about La Pensione Svizzera. 1) The view of the bay from my room was spectacular. 2) The staff were excellent and very helpful. 3) The buffet breakfast offered many delicious options.

    The room was quite small. There is an elevator but it does not stop at any floor except the ground floor. Instead it stops between floors and one must walk either up or down stairs to get to one's room. Also, there is no elevator from the street down to the lobby, so one must haul one's luggage up and down the stairs when checking in or out. If staff are available, they are more than willing to help.

    10MichellePosted on: 9-16-2025

    Staff, location, view, breakfast!

    10JoAnPosted on: 8-19-2025

    The location is excellent! The staff was so helpful and friendly especially Mario. Everyone was so nice to us. Breakfast spread was great.

    No elevator for entrance but elevator in the building.

    8DarcyPosted on: 8-17-2025

    Great location and clean and tidy facilities.

    Various staff working throughout our stay. Some were not always very friendly or welcoming.

    9VesnaPosted on: 7-27-2025

    Conviniece, a great breakfast,excellent stuff.Very pleasant “ homie” room..

    No complaints..

    10BridgetPosted on: 7-5-2025

    Beautiful views and very friendly staff, especially Mario. Very cute cat on site. Great patio with lots of seating options to hang out with our larger group. Were able to accommodate a last minute request for a friend that joined the trip late.

    The shower was very tiny.

    10KimberleyPosted on: 7-5-2025

    Nice hotel, great price and slightly off the touristy city but an easy walk to everything we wanted to see. Fun patio, clean room, lovely helpful staff. Happy hour in the garden. Would go back again.

    There are several staircases that are awkward when pulling luggage around to your room. Carry on is fine, but heavier would be very difficult. There is a small elevator that helps.

    10bonniePosted on: 7-2-2025

    Great location. Great views. Great staff. Great place to hang out for happy hour and breakfast. Antonella was very welcoming and very helpful with booking anything we needed from dinner reservations to excursions! Mario was so friendly and extremely helpful, we really enjoyed talking with him during happy hour, he was wonderful ! The entire staff was great.

    It was great

    10BernardPosted on: 7-1-2025

    Great Location, friendly staff that helped us with reservations! Breakfast and happy hour we enjoyed every day

    10WendyPosted on: 6-9-2025

    We had an excellent stay at this hotel. We loved the location, which was convenient to the beach and the sights without being amidst the crowds. The building and grounds are lovely, the outdoor areas inviting, and the breakfasts were delicious. On top of that, the staff were great--friendly and knowledgeable. I will definitely stay again the next time we visit Taormina.

    It is a little on the pricey side but overall worth it.

    5MoniquePosted on: 4-30-2025

    The location

    We did not have one good night sleep! People talking loudly, slamming doors and leaving early in the morning dragging (not lifting) suitcase down the stairs! Two nights we had to bang the walls to quieten the neighbours! The bed was uncomfortable as well! And the decor is just random. Breakfast was awful. You are in Italy and you serve pastry (from a roll out tube??) baked off in the oven! No lovely fresh pastry. One time we arrived at 9.10 and no bacon or eggs left! The guys in the breakfast room not the friendliest bunch. We sat at the table for 15 minutes and still no one asked for coffee etc. We had skipped breakfast few times and went to the lovely cafes nearby. We also left earlier as we were not impressed. On a positive note, the cleaning ladies did a marvellous job!

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:30 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 3 to 16 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are allowed. It is free of charge.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that in case of early departure, the total price of the reservation will be charged. The property is located in a historical building and room size may vary. Please note that the hotel does not have a elevator.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Location

    La Pensione Svizzera

    Via Luigi Pirandello 26, Taormina

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