My stay with Gabriele was wonderful. He and his mom were great - they did everything they could to make us comfortable, they were very clear and prompt in thier emails before our stay, and gracious when we arrived, they even let us check in (very!) early and leave our bags. The rooms are newly redone, large, and super clean, with nice bathrooms and big beautifully tiled showers. They even had a little mini-fridge stocked with water, and really good A/C - neccessary because it was hot!! The breakfast was perfect, fruit, yogurt, breads, and great cappucinos made by Gabriele himself. His mom also brought out local almond milk for us to try! It was a really good value for normally pricey Taormina.

The location was amazing, because of the views it afforded - there is a 365 view from the gorgeous roof-top terrace of the surrounding bays and Mount Etna, at night when it is erupting you can even see lava! Originally I was a little concerned because it isn't right in town, but there is a stairway at the end of the road that takes you to the main walking street in ten minutes, and the little bus comes from the station right to the bottom of their street every hour, plus there is street parking right outside. It was convenient and totally worth it for the peace and quiet and the views. We also did a little hike up to Castelmola - the town above them and had a great lunch there.

I would definitely reccomend it!