Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel
BelmondUltra-LuxuryResort

Taormina, Italy

67 rooms and suites + 21 in Villa Timeo (~88 keys) rooms
Opened 1873
19th-century grand hotel; Villa Timeo redesign by Laura Gonzalez (2026)
From $1,300/night
Taormina, Italy

Restaurants & Menus

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel Restaurants & Menus

Timeo's dining programme is one of Belmond's strongest in Italy. Otto Geleng holds a Michelin star (retained in the 2026 Michelin Guide) under executive chef Roberto Toro: an intimate salotto of roughly eight tables with Etna and Ionian views, Sicilian produce, and tasting menus including a vegetarian path. Signature plates include spaghetti with roast peppers, prawn, sesame and lime, and seafood compositions such as Otto di Mare. Ristorante Timeo serves seasonal Sicilian and Mediterranean cooking from breakfast through dinner with the same panorama. Timeo Grill covers casual lunches, light bites, and special night events. Bar Timeo is the classic cocktail terrace; Bar Clementina anchors the Villa Timeo social spaces. Book Otto Geleng the moment you confirm dates: the room is tiny and fills with hotel guests and outside diners alike.

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel dining FAQ

How many restaurants does Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel have?
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel has 5 dining venues on property.
What is Otto Geleng at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel?
Otto Geleng serves Contemporary Sicilian · Michelin Star cuisine ($$$). Otto Geleng is Timeo's Michelin-starred flagship, named for the Prussian painter who helped put Taormina on the traveller map.
How do I book Otto Geleng?
Reserve as soon as dates are firm; request terrace when weather allows and confirm seasonal open nights.
What is Ristorante Timeo at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel?
Ristorante Timeo serves Seasonal Sicilian / Mediterranean cuisine ($$). Ristorante Timeo is the hotel's primary all-day restaurant for seasonal Sicilian and Mediterranean dishes with unparalleled views of Mount Etna.
How do I book Ristorante Timeo?
Book terrace dinner on Otto Geleng's closed nights; breakfast usually needs no reservation.
What is Timeo Grill at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel?
Timeo Grill serves Casual grill / light bites cuisine ($$). Timeo Grill is the casual outlet for light bites, lunches, and occasional special night events, giving guests a lower-key alternative to Ristorante Timeo and Otto Geleng.
How do I book Timeo Grill?
Walk in for lunch; ask concierge about any special grill evenings during your stay.
What is Bar Timeo at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel?
Bar Timeo serves Cocktails / aperitivo cuisine ($$). Bar Timeo is the hotel's classic cocktail and aperitivo address, with terrace seating that frames Taormina's coastal drama.
How do I book Bar Timeo?
Arrive before sunset for the best terrace seats in high season.
What is Bar Clementina at Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel?
Bar Clementina serves Cocktails / Villa Timeo bar cuisine ($$). Bar Clementina is the newly designed bar inside Villa Timeo, offering a quieter, more residential cocktail scene for guests staying in the annex or seeking an alternative to Bar Timeo's main-house terrace.