Terrace/patio

Reviews of Hotel Lido Mediterranee

4 out of 5
Hotel Lido Mediterranee
Via Nazionale 175, Taormina, ME

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 425 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Lido Mediterranee. The staff are attentive and professional, and the hotel Is managed well and efficiently. Outside terrace is beautiful and I love the vintage vibe of the rest of the amenities. Beautiful sea views too.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

HAYLEY

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
A lovely stay, with very attentive staff and beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was incredible. The service we received was 10/10. The staff were so nice and always helpful. Only downfall was the parking situation was a bit annoying. Regardless beautiful and I would stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a privileged area, with beautiful views. The vintage surroundings and decor transport you back in time to the golden era of movie stars. The staff was really attentive and the breakfast was bountiful. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Quiet room and very nice beach area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe, mia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

ALEXANDER

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is outdated, the drain in the room shower is clogged and I've got a nail fungus. The hotel is full of moskitos and I ddin't sleep all nights. The breakfast was very poor for 4-stars hotel. The was only one thing that really great - font desk clerk MonaLisa. She was very friendly and helpful with all our requests.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
MonaLisa at this front desk was extremely helpful. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Henrik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean , great view , nice staff and close to tao Beach club/
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent value beachfront retreat with great serv
Great beachfront retreat. See and listen to the sea from most rooms. Incredibly solicitous staff at the front desk, in dining area and on the beach. The rooms are a bit small but comfortable. Very good value in expensive Taormina area. When we stayed in Mid October the beach and balcony area was shaded because of the cliffs behind- which must apply to many beachfront properties in the area. So plan on doing swimming and sunbathing before 2 or 3pm. The property is almost a kilometer walk to the cable car that goes up to central Taormina along a beautiful but dangerous road with no sidewalk. This distance provides some relief from the crowds in many parts of Taormina
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Below average
The building is very old and the description was deceptive. There was no deck. The photos make it appear that it had a little deck...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was great. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff are wonderful and service second to none. A rather dated property but this adds to its charm. The terrace overlooking the beach where guests eat breakfast is lovely Some variation in breakfast would have been welcome perhaps.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Detlef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Jocelyne

Liked: Staff & service
A 4* hotel that needs to live up to its rating.
An older property. The public rooms are kept nice and clean but the rooms are in need of new furniture and plumbing. The TV set (very small - is still an analog model) We were told we were getting an update but I couldn't see what the difference was with the room I had booked (Photo, amenities) The breakfast is plentiful but average. There were no takers for the scrambled eggs, bacon, and what looked like mini hot dogs. It did not look appetizing at all. The fruit except for the kiwi all came from cans. On the plus side, every one there was very helpful, professional and friendly. The gardens are well kept with beautiful and interesting plants we had not seen before. The view of the sea is magnificent, especially at sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, New Hampshire, USA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the beach, chairs and umbrellas provided by the hotel. Loved the breakfast on the terrace overlooking the sea. Dinner very good also. Loved our time in Taormina.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location, however
The good thing about this hotel is the location, however, this hotel built in 1968 is so far beyond repair and maintenance that only a total renovation or a complete rebuild would have us considering returning. For example, after we changed from our first room at 60 Euros per night extra, in the second "upgraded" room the shower leaked, the toilet was nearly impossible to flush (my wife was unable to push the flush mechanism leaving me the duty) and to used the toilet you had to either put your feet in the shower or sit sideways. The decor was without a doubt the original floor, doors, and furniture from the 1968 build. The only newer item was the 20" tube tv from the 1980's?????!!!! The common areas are as dated and worn out as the rooms. This is a terrible hotel. There was no amount of effort that the staff could exert to make up for the location and their obvious frustration came through at the breakfast service when my wife was yelled at for getting a coffee 10 minutes early and we were stopped from taking a coffee and croissant to our room to enjoy on our balcony. For anyone reading this please understand we have spent two beautiful weeks in Sicily. We've rented a car and toured the island stopping in many locations, all were enjoyable with beautiful scenery and people. We've loved it!!! We have written this hoping to help you make the smart decision to NEVER book at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from M on Sep 15, 2019
This review is a typical example of the result of booking the minimum and then claiming the maximum but free.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We did enjoy our stay. We knew it was an older hotel and that was part of its charm the & staff very helpful. One area we would suggest improvements is the breakfast. To match the glorious surrounding the food was quite basic. Not many hotels serve tinned fruit so local fresh fruit would have been so much nicer On the whole a hotel we would be happy to recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was absolutely fantastic and the rooms were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great find for a great price!
Loved the location, staff very accommodating, knowledgeable and gracious. Great breakfast and restaurant menu though not extensive, was sufficient. Would definitely stay here again. Great price too!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely. We had a room for 4 which had plenty of space and a beautiful view. The hotel beach was very nice and convenient for our son, who has a learning disability. The staff were very helpful. We especially enjoyed sitting on the hotel terrace overlooking the bay whilst eating breakfast, dinner or having drinks. We had no trouble parking at the hotel. Although the hotel is not far from other restaurants and hotels, the road has no pavement which meant that we tended to use the car if going out for dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Angela, South Plainfield, NJ

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality and service was amazing. Front desk recommended a restaurant and booked reservations which turned out to be one of our best meals during our visit to Sicily....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outstanding hotel and perfect location
An overall great stay. The staff was outstanding.The breakfast was decent; fresh fruit versus those canned would have made it better . I found the two twin beds to make a queen/double was uncomfortable but we made do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Proximity to beach a plus. Proximity to center of Taormina where restaurants and shopping are was a negative. No easy way to get to town other than car or taxi. If you are a beach person, this is a great location. Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will return ASAP!
Perfect. The location, the hotel itself, the food, everything. Pretty amazing how well the 50s/60s furniture and fixtures have been preserved. Previous reviews that mention that the hotel is 'old' aren't actually fair. No, the hotel does not have flat screen televisions, nor anything else that would destroy its character for that matter. It does have incredible charm and it would be very sad to see it updated to become just another hotel. The staff was perfect also. Heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon in Taormina was made all the more spectacular by our stay at Hotel Lido Méditerranée. Ideal location, we particularly LOVED the private beach which we could access whenever we wanted. Picturesque views which had me up at 5am every morning looking out from our balcony.. Most friendly and helpful lovely staff - in particular Julia and Francesco who really went out of their way to assist us and make sure our stay was perfect. Thank you Hotel Lido Méditerranée for the wonderful memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff especially Julia and Zena on reception were excellent. The beach location was good although necessary to have a car to go anywhere. Hotel in dire need of modernisation ESPECIALLY the bathrooms, it could be so much better with an up to date shower.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

JB, London

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice great hospitality for a 50th birthday. Staff and hotel was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

XiaoZhuo, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, Hotel provide enough and easy parking space which is very crucial for traveler who visit Sicily. Stuff are so friendly and helpful, hotel restaurant serve good food and upscale service but reasonable price. We will be back to Taormina Sicily, and hotel Lido Mediterranee will be our home for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it
Loved our stay. Julia and the rest of the front desk staff were great. I strongly recommend splurging for the balcony over the ocean. Great to hear the waves crashing at night. Yes, the decor is dated but that was part of the charm. One negative was not enough parking if you come in late at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Great old hotel but I loved it. Easy get out the beach 🏖 , friendly staffs, food is excellent , good chefs. If u want modern hotel this is not the one but I really loved it!! Thx Lido
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

T, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very happy with the hotel and location. Very happy with the hotel and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine, Greenwich, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We always love staying at this hotel the staff is warm and friendly and will help you out with all of your needs. Just being able to lay on the beach for a day or so and go up to Taormina for the evening is wonderful. The breakfast is breathtaking views in the morning hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

JohnR, Chicago

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was very pleased with the staff and food service The facility was clean and organized
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Vancouver B.C. Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really cool genuine hotel. Walking distance to cable car taking you to Taormina. Great restaurant and private beach, and patio above. Lots of beach view rooms, but expect the older decor/smaller bathrooms for this budget. Would stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Moti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
We enjoyed every minute. Amazing view, great beach, clean rooms, very good breakfast, lovely staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quiet, peaceful, good views
Staff were very helpful, bit out of town for location but nearest centre for restaurants etc was within 15 minute walk. If driving forget about using car as parking is very difficult for access to shops etc, bonus is hotel have own car park for residents.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Vilma

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ka Po Sammy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel Lido Mediterranean Taormina
We booked as last minute deal as the serviced apartment didn’t turn out to be good! It was a nice surprise as the hotel Has its beach and we managed to make our swim In itlay for first time! Very enjoyable! Hotel room design is old style! Need renovation I think! Staff are mostly friendly and nice though!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

samir

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Water front 50 year old property. Beautiful view. Helpfull staff, great breakfast. I wish they could have done some update.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Nelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Milana, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Picture perfect views
The view from the room onto the beach was stunning. If the hotel was a little dated in decor and furniture it made up for it in views and how great the staff were. The older gentlemen who looks after the restaurant was a legend, getting me my gluten free toast every morning. Beach chairs are also included with towels (as opposed to €25 at Isola Bella beach lol).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018