My fiancee and I were already aware of the charms of this hotel. Our recent stay confirmed what we had heard and read about. Giusy Maria and Matteo made us feel welcome. In short, we had a home away from home. It's a pity that some of the public transport workers in Taormina are not as efficient as the team who runs this hotel. Thanks to their inefficiency we missed a much anticipated trip to Acireale. But never mind. 'Sara' per la prossima volta'.
The wonderful staff at the Pensione and the service were enough to make up for this mishap.

We stayed 4 nights from the end of year to New Year day. People in Taormina get together in Piazza 9 April at midnight for countdown and celebrate New Year with sparkling wine and spectacular fireworks. In the afternoon, we enjoyed meals at the terrace of our room with great sea view (during the sun shining it's warm enough to stay outside without coat even in January). Staying La Pensione Svizzera made our visit in this city wonderful and unforgettable. Staff are very kind and the breakfast, variety of choices is satisfactory.

After some experience in travelling, I have decided that staying at family run hotels (in Italy) is definitely the best decision. My choice was once again rewarded with La Pensione Svizzera. It is well located only a few minutes from the central area of Taormina. The rooms are large and very comfortable. The hotel also has an interior lounge area, perfect for relaxing for afternoon tea which is provided for guests every afternoon. In the hotter months, the beautiful and leafy outdoor terrace is a wonderful location with views across the coastline. Breakfast was also good and with parking located only a couple of minutes away, this hotel covers for everything.

We stayed for 3 nights in late December and loved it! Our room was spacious and clean with a fabulous view of the coast (and the football field which we enjoyed watching). We did not spring for a room with a view for our teenagers, and they were on the ground floor overlooking the street. It was fine for them, but I would not want to stay in Rms 1 or 2. The location is perfect for walks into town and jogs/walks down to the beach. We paid for the hotel parking and it was well worth it. The staff was friendly and helpful from the time we booked through our departure. Breakfasts were delicious and offered a nice variety of choices. We would definitely stay at Pensione Svizzera again. However, if you don't enjoy or can't climb stairs this might not be the place for you.