Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Bed and Breakfast in Taormina
3-Star Hotel
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Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this bed and breakfast
Beaux Arts bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a rooftop terrace, and self parking.
Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a seasonal outdoor pool.
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a rooftop terrace, and self parking.
Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.
This Taormina bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
TV
Garden
Map of Taormina
Available Rooms
Panoramic Suite, Balcony, Sea Facing (Pablo Picasso)
1 Queen • 527 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Sea Facing (Daphne Phelps)
1 Queen • 344 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Panoramic Suite, Terrace, Sea Facing (Greta Garbo)
1 Queen • 484 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Panoramic Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Sea Facing (Henry Faulkner)
1 Queen • 1 Sofa • 753 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Sea Facing (Don Roberto)
1 King • 538 ft²
Sleeps 3
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££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
What a unique experience staying at a property like that, the history and beauty of the place is extraordinary. The gardens were so beautiful and relaxing with the smell of the jasmine flowers. The views of Etna and the sea were so amazing. The breakfast in the morning was so delicious. The staff and the owners so attentive, we even got a private tour of the museum. The location was fantastic near everything. I would highly recommend this place don’t hesitate book, so relaxing and beautiful! An experience to cherish in Taormina!
10.0 / 10.0
This unique gem is hard to put into words the history, feel and beauty of this hotel and museum. The caretakers and staff are lovely and caring, very nice new new pool, the history of art and culture around every turn are indescribable. I would high recommend to stay here if you enjoy art and culture.
5.0 / 10.0
Absolutely wonderful! The most magnificent views, great breakfast, very clean rooms. The Picasso suite was a 2 bed, 2 bath… gorgeous. Best location, easy access to all the main attractions.
10.0 / 10.0
A magic little haven in Taormina. The perfect hosts and experience
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is not a traditional hotel, but a mix of museum, residence and albergo boutique situated just some (dozen) steps from Porta Catania. It may not be for everyone, but it suited me quite well. The room is large, the furniture is as historical as the building itself, the bed is comfortable, linen and towels are of superior quality, and it seems like you grandma house, with an atmosphere a bit twisted. I loved my stay; the views are amazing, and my room had an enormous terrace which offered me the Etna all day long. If you are not looking for a chain hotel, and you like different places to stay, and you don't mind climbing some steps two or three or four times a day, Casa Cuseni may be the place for you. Last thing: there is a new pool available... enjoy!
5.0 / 10.0
Amazing experience. Owners and people were really polite, keen on supporting in everything. Service was immaculate. Location and view were simply stunning.
10.0 / 10.0
This building has a fascinating history! The private tour was really interesting. The views from the balcony are incredible. The owners and Maria were very attentive. The location is also very convenient. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a wonderful place with a remarkable history that added a lot to our stay. Maria was fabulous in managing our visit and we found the entire experience to be quite charming and relaxing. We will definitely book this beautiful hotel again next time our travels bring us to Taormina.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property. Stunning views. Amazing history. Delightful staff. Faultless.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful and comfortable unique hotel with lovely friendly staff -great location with fantastic views -had a wonderful memorable time. Highly recommend staying at this villa
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10.0 / 10.0
It was such a joy to stay at Casa Cuseni. Everything was incredibly beautiful, everyone was so kind and helpful, and our room was an absolute dream. I can’t recommend it enough!
5.0 / 10.0
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10.0 / 10.0
This is a beautiful place to stay.
5.0 / 10.0
Our stay was an unforgettable experience, and we cannot recommend it enough! The location is fantastic; every room has a view of the ocean, Etna, and the breathtaking garden. You can easily walk to the city center in no time. All the staff members were so kind and welcoming. We learned so much about the property’s history from the guided tour and are very happy to be part of the conservation of Casa Cuseni.
4.0 / 10.0
You are literally staying in a Museum, so there aren't very many common areas to lounge in, and there isn't a restaurant (other than the little one at the top of the building where breakfast is served). The room we stayed in (Greta Garbo), was spacious, comfortable and had a simple beauty. (Except for the terrace, which was stunning). The hotel is also high above the town, so the views are spectacular, but there are a lot of stairs down into the town, and coming back up is a long haul). If you are looking for private, quiet elegance, without a ton of people or a busy hotel, then this is the place for you.
5.0 / 10.0
What an amazing experience.This place is steeped in culture and history, and has the most amazing views of Taormina. It is not very modern in terms of furnishings or facilities (as they have tried to maintain the authenticity of the place), but that's a small price to pay in return for the amazing hospitality of the property manager and incredible historical tour she gave during our stay. Definitely recommend.
5.0 / 10.0
This is one of the loveliest most atmospheric places I have ever stayed. Every room is unique and rich with character and distinctive, artful decor. The views of the sea and Mt. Etna are beyond stunning: the volcano seemed to loom just beyond the terrace of my room. The staff was warm and welcoming, the breakfast excellent, and the location within Taormina convenient to everything. The brief tour of the villa is extremely interesting; all sorts of unusual guests have stayed there duringit's earlier incarnation as a private villa. I will happily return whenever I have the opportunity.
10.0 / 10.0
It is real great and fantastic stay in Taormina. A view from our room is beyond description. Hospitality of the staffs were more than family. So touched.
Recommended for anyone over age 30. For young people, wait until reaching age 30 at least.
Thank you
5.0 / 10.0
Loved staying in a Casa with so much history. Really loved staying in the William Faulkner room, as he is a neighbor from Oxford, Mississippi. Great old home. Lot of restoration being done with space and gardens being worked on! Gardens were extensive and wonderfully put in by Kitson, the original English owner
5.0 / 10.0
Absolutely stunning views and gardens. Staff was extremely helpful and cheerful. Large rooms and balconies. On the side of a hill over the town, so some fitness is required as there are steps and no elevator. Part Museum, Greta Garbo, Picasso, others stayed here. Older hotel. Trying to find it could be difficult as typewritten name over door buzzer is only sign. Signs in town point you in the right direction though and drivers know where it’s at.
5.0 / 10.0
We stayed in the Greta Garbo suite at Casa Cuseni as a family of three. Plenty of room, character and lovely veranda with stunning view of Mt Etna, sea and garden. New shower and bathroom. Short walk downhill to town. We were very pleased and comfortable!
10.0 / 10.0
The property has a fascinating history, is designated a National Monument, and delivers stunning views of Mount Etna and the sea from its hillside location. The staff are knowledgeable and proud of the Heritage as well as friendly & helpful. It’s a really cool place to stay and if we ever return to Taormina we would certainly stay there again.
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni was the highlight of my trip to Sicily. I stayed in the Daphne Phelps room which is absolutely stunning. The room has the most beautiful light and views. The original floors and furniture are gorgeous and I loved all of the original artwork in the room. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom is clean with a modern shower. The breakfasts were fantastic, and all of the staff were friendly, kind, and helpful. I did the museum tour with Maria and loved all of the art, artifacts, and stories about the home and the garden. This is such a special place, I hope to be able to stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is totally unique and in itself a reason to visit Taormina. You feel like a guest in the house and can enjoy wondering and admiring the gardens and interiors freely. Read the book - a house in Sicily, before you go .
10.0 / 10.0
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Casa Cuseni. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was great, as was the view. I also enjoyed learning the history of the location and taking the tour of the museum. I will definitely stay there the next time I'm in Taormina.
5.0 / 10.0
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Casa Cuseni. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was great, as was the view. I also enjoyed learning the history of the location and taking the tour of the museum. I will definitely stay there the next time Im in Taormina.
5.0 / 10.0
Fascinating building and garden with real history and artistic heritage. One of the great views on earth.
Close to town centre with all its interest and amenities.
5.0 / 10.0
Fascinating building and garden with real history and artistic heritage. One of the great views on earth.Close to town centre with all its interest and amenities.
2.5 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is such a special place to stay....from the architecture, gardens...such comfortable roomswith stupendous views of sea and mount Etna, ..to warmth of our hosts....Mimma and Franco.....unique history of the original owners..will enthrall any who stay here.....
3.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is such a special place to stay....from the architecture, gardens...such comfortable rooms
with stupendous views of sea and mount Etna, ..to warmth of our hosts....Mimma and Franco.....unique history of the original owners..will enthrall any who stay here.....
3.0 / 10.0
Outstanding personal service from friendly and welcoming owners and staff. The villa itself is unique as is each room. Glorious gardens and stunning views from a private terrace. Easy walk to well preserved Greek theater.
Daphne Phelps wrote the book "A House in Sicily" about this house. It was built by her uncle, the British artist Robert Kitson, and is full of art and interesting stories. Highly recommended!
Parking is a challenge but the staff totally take care of you. Once the car is parked, you won't need it again until you leave.
5.0 / 10.0
The rooms are spacious with stunning views. Our hosts were gracious and shared the significant history of the house. There are special places in the gardens to relax yet it is a short walk to the heart of Taoromina.
5.0 / 10.0
We had a feel of staying at the private villa owned by the friends .
Clelia is wonderful , friendly and helpful. The location to the sites is very convenient . You need to be fit to do steps , but if you come to Taormina , it is a must everywhere .
It will be the most unforgettable experience !
5.0 / 10.0
We had a feel of staying at the private villa owned by the friends . Clelia is wonderful , friendly and helpful. The location to the sites is very convenient . You need to be fit to do steps , but if you come to Taormina , it is a must everywhere . It will be the most unforgettable experience !
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a 'national monument' and we felt privileged to be able to stay there. The ground floor is a fascinating museum (too dry a word!) with a range of original artworks and artefacts created by the past owners and artists who have stayed there, including a memorable mural by Frank Brangwyn.
We stayed in the 'Daphne Phelps' room - it was her house before the present owners took over - which had wonderful balconies and views over the sea and towards Etna. The room was very large and comfortable with original furnishings and artworks. The owners had a family connection with the previous owners and their affection for the house and the magnificent gardens was obvious - it was a delight to talk to them (and the manager, Clelia) about the house, its history and the gardens.
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a national monument and we felt privileged to be able to stay there. The ground floor is a fascinating museum (too dry a word!) with a range of original artworks and artefacts created by the past owners and artists who have stayed there, including a memorable mural by Frank Brangwyn.We stayed in the Daphne Phelps room - it was her house before the present owners took over - which had wonderful balconies and views over the sea and towards Etna. The room was very large and comfortable with original furnishings and artworks. The owners had a family connection with the previous owners and their affection for the house and the magnificent gardens was obvious - it was a delight to talk to them (and the manager, Clelia) about the house, its history and the gardens.
2.5 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a lovely place to stay. Located above the Corso the views across the bay and to Mt Etna are stunning.
We were warmly greeted and provided with a coffee in our room on arrival, making us quickly feel at home. We were upgraded from our room to the Junior Suite which was much appreciated - being January it was very quiet.
The suite was spacious, with a couch that enabled us to sit and take in the view. The bed was very comfortable. While I understand that not all rooms have an ensuite, ours did.
The breakfast room was light and sunny and the breakfast was simple and pleasant. The coffe was excellent.
After breakfast we had a tour of the historic property. It's story is fascinating and was in truth why we chose to stay in the first place.
We very much enjoyed our time at Casa Cuseni.
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a magical place. The gardens are so beautiful and its perch high on a hill overlooking Taormina provides spectacular panoramas of the entire coastline. Our balcony framed a perfect view of Mt. Etna from base to sputtering top. It was so quiet we could imagined how life in the house felt in the early 1900s when it was first built.And I must praise the hard-working, committed staff. Francesco, Clelia, Mimma, Angelina and the rest of the staff really extend themselves to make sure that guests are comfortable and make the most of their time in and around Taormina. Clelia booked us a fabulous trip up Mt. Etna with Paolo of EtnaPeople.
5.0 / 10.0
Casa Cuseni is a magical place. The gardens are so beautiful and its perch high on a hill overlooking Taormina provides spectacular panoramas of the entire coastline. Our balcony framed a perfect view of Mt. Etna from base to sputtering top. It was so quiet we could imagined how life in the house felt in the early 1900's when it was first built.
And I must praise the hard-working, committed staff. Francesco, Clelia, Mimma, Angelina and the rest of the staff really extend themselves to make sure that guests are comfortable and make the most of their time in and around Taormina. Clelia booked us a fabulous trip up Mt. Etna with Paolo of EtnaPeople.
5.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay at Casa Cuseni with its fantastic location in Taormina. The house and garden are historic and have English links to various key names from the world of arts and books in the 20th century. Coupled with friendly and helpful staff and a spacious suite on the top floor with spectacular views of Etna and the Bay of Naxos, contributed to an excellent holiday in a lovely corner of Sicily.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Taormina?
The average price for a rental in Taormina is £103 per night. This rental is £164 above the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Enjoy the water!
Is Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Casa Cuseni, UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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