Bristol Park Hotel

Location. The Bristol Park Hotel is located in Taormina, Italy, next door to the public garden Duca di Cesaro and 200 metres from the bus station. The city's main square is 600 metres away and the beaches of Giardini Naxos are one kilometre from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Set amid the forests of the Sicilian mountains, the Bristol Park Hotel is a four- storey property defined by ornate Baroque decor, including chandeliers, polished marble floors and large oil paintings. The hotel offers an open-air swimming pool, open during the summer months, complete with a sun terrace and a poolside bar serving cocktails and snacks.

A complimentary buffet breakfast and a four- course dinner are served at the Panorama Restaurant and included in the hotel's half-board rate. The restaurant is decorated in traditional Baroque style and the menu offers Sicilian specialities and international fare. The restaurant opens onto an outdoor terrace during summer.

The nearest tennis court is 100 metres from the hotel. The beach, one kilometre away, offers opportunities for water sports. Scooters can be hired in the area for exploring the Sicilian countryside.

Guestrooms. The 58 guestrooms at the Bristol Park Hotel extend to balconies overlooking the sea, Mount Etna or the park. Guestrooms are air- conditioned and feature opulent Sicilian Baroque-style decor and furnishings. Amenities include satellite television, direct-dial phones, minibars and safes. Bathrooms offer showers and designer toiletries.

Expert Tip. The village of Castelmola is a picturesque settlement with many cafes, bars and craft shops to explore. Located eight kilometres from the hotel, the town features an impressive Duomo and a number of smaller churches.