"Our family planned a last-minute trip to Taormina. Needless to say, finding a hotel on short notice wasn’t easy. Our travel agent recommended a few options, but we discovered LaPlage on our own. When I sent it to her, she was hesitant—she had never sent clients there before. We decided to trust our instincts, and I am so glad we did.
Let me start by saying we are well-traveled and have high expectations for service, especially since we are in the hospitality business ourselves. Normally, we would book hotels on the level of the Ritz-Carlton (or similar brands), but given the last-minute nature of this trip, our choices were limited. To our surprise, LaPlage turned out to be one of the best stays we’ve ever had.
The service was impeccable. The property was beautifully maintained, and the staff-to-guest ratio was outstanding—there was always someone nearby to assist, greet us warmly, or simply share a smile.
As frequent over-packers, we found the room itself a little smaller than we might have liked. However, the outdoor space—with lounge chairs and a private jacuzzi—more than made up for it. After all, you spend so little time in your room in a place as stunning as Taormina.
Breakfast, which was included in our stay, was spectacular—an impressive spread that offered anything and everything you could imagine to start the day. Being in the food business, we naturally made reservations at the two Michelin-starred restaurants in Taormina, as well as a few local spots. Yet, to our surprise, the best dinner of our entire trip was at the hotel’s own restaurant. The view was breathtaking, and the food easily outshined the Michelin establishments—truly no comparison.
In the evenings, we often enjoyed a drink at the bar, where the bartenders were not only skilled but also warm and accommodating.
In the end, the staff at LaPlage made us feel like we were staying at a true 5-star resort. From beginning to end, it was an exceptional experience, and we would return in a heartbeat."
