Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale Unesco - Taormina

Casa Cuseni, Patrimonio Culturale Immateriale Unesco - a historical B&B in a museum of fine arts overlooking Mount Etna

Heritage & Art

Casa Cuseni is a national monument and a museum of fine arts open to guests. The building and its historic garden were designed by Frank Brangwyn, with 13 panoramic terraces, 7 fountains, and rare plants. Interiors display works by Picasso, Henry Faulkner, and other 20th-century masters, and past guests include Bertrand Russell, Roald Dahl, and Greta Garbo.

Rooms & Views

Each room at Casa Cuseni Taormina has a balcony with views of the Naxos Gulf and Mount Etna. Rooms are furnished with rare 17th- and 18th-century Sicilian furniture, and all include air conditioning. The building is a listed villa, and the museum section offers guided tours daily at 11 am.

Dining & Experiences

Breakfast at Casa Cuseni a Taormina includes sweet and savory items, with gluten-free options available on request. This daily treat can be served in the breakfast room overlooking Mount Etna or the Mediterranean Sea, or on the terrace in good weather. The hotel offers cooking classes with local chefs, temporary art galleries, and walking tours focused on local culture.

Pools & Gardens

The property has two outdoor salt-water swimming pools, seasonal, with pool bars, sun loungers, and sun umbrellas. One pool offers panoramic views from a shallow end, and both pools are fenced. The extensive gardens are designed for tranquility and bird conservation, with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace.

Location & Practicalities

Casa Cuseni is a 5-minute walk from Taormina's main square and close to Villagonia Beach and the City of Taormina. The hotel provides private parking with an electric vehicle charging station and valet parking. Pet-friendly amenities include pet baskets and bowls, and the hotel offers a luggage lift for heavy bags.

• Heritage: UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage hotel housed in a national monument
• Art: Original works by Picasso and 20th-century masters in the interiors
• Views: Each room has a balcony overlooking Mount Etna and the Naxos Gulf
• Experiences: Cooking classes, walking tours, and guided museum tours
• Gardens: 13 panoramic terraces, 7 fountains, and rare plants by Frank Brangwyn
• Pools: Two salt-water pools with pool bar and panoramic views
• Location: 5-minute walk to Taormina's main square

License number: 19083097C100097,IT083097C1JJQHN4ZL