The hotel is indeed "quaint" and "charming" - rather old-fashioned, but excellent service, very clean and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Although its website does mention it's only 900m to the cable car to go up into the town of Taormina, it omits to tell you that the walk is along a very winding, badly lit road with no pavement - we ended up christening it "The Walk of Death". Most of the guests seemed to have hired cars - we toyed with the idea but decided against it. We ate in Taormina on most evenings, but did have a couple of dinners in the hotel itself (not particular brilliant food for the price, and frozen veg to boot!). I think some of the other guests had opted for half-board or even full board, the restaurant was open at lunchtime and in the evening, but just for hotel patrons. The hotel seemed almost like the Marie Celeste at night, either everyone had gone to bed early, or they had gone out elsewhere. A mention was made on Trip Advisor about the frequency and noise of the local trains - indeed they are in evidence but not too invasive. The hotel is right on the beach, and it is a lovely private beach too, very clean and situated in a beautiful bay. There is a local beach bar next door, only open during the day, but with very friendly staff.

I must add, the area around the hotel is just not what I had expected of a resort, hardly any shops except for the odd pharmacy or grocer, and most of the cafes/restaurants are linked with hotels - really the only place to get a half-decent meal is in Taormina itself, which is situated up on the cliff, high above the beach of Taormina-Mare. A taxi ride from the hotel to Taormina would cost about 15-20 euros each way. We used the cable car, which was 3.50 euros return.

Clean, comfortable, right on the beach! Somewhat faded classy hotel. Good breakfast, helpful service. Need to drive or take public transportation to town, lunch or dinner. Beautiful balconies and views.
Free parking, towels, chair and umbrellas for the beach provided. Beach is much less rocky than others in the area.
Charged for internet access.

Really enjoyed the week we spent at the Mediterranee at Whitson. Room was comfortable and simple.
Beach was very clean and the restaurant will serve simple and cheap fare if needed for small children.

We were here 4 years ago, liked it and came back. Reasonable price, good room with water view. Breakfast included was good and many choices. Front desk personnel, especially ,Mona Lisa, were wonderful and helpful. The walk to the funicular was not bad with lots of sights on the way. A recent reviewer complained of furnishings and interior, but I did not find this to be the case. All is done well and very tasteful. There is not much free internet in Italy, unless you opt for a 5 star hotel and 200 euro a night. This is a comfortable place, great beach, and a good value. In both stays, we have never been bothered by the sound of the trains which are not very loud.