Villa Mon Repos

Benvenuti a Taormina

A sun-kissed wedding by the Southern seas

Peeking over the Sicilian rocks onto the warm waters of the Ionian Sea is one of Sicily’s most evocative residences and a testament to Taormina Belle-Époque heritage. Villa Mon Repos feels almost enchanted. Shaped by the beauty and embracing the hearty spirit of the Mediterranean, it's here that weddings naturally become unforgettable.

The 5 star villa unfolds with sophisticated composure. Its gardens craft intimate paths lined by those sweet olive trees, making way for the terraces to walk towards the dark blue waters surrounding Isola Bella. In the distance, the mystical presence of Mount Etna and its holy smokes, bearing witness during your wedding ceremony.

Whether you are dreaming of elegance for your destination wedding or a celebration wrapped in authentic Sicilian charm, Villa Mon Repos transports you into a world where love is celebrated within a historic architectural frame. Arched windows, delicate stuccoes, and iconic balconies—all in all creating a poetic bubble calling brides and grooms who have been longing for this level of romance.

Intimate yet grand, this dreamy setting is fully aligned with the essence of a destination wedding in Sicily, allowing for an impeccably orchestrated event filled with artistry and joyful personal moments. This is a place crafted especially for luxury weddings, for couples who seek beauty not only in scenery and want to embrace the unmistakable soul of Italy.

Your dream celebration in true Stile Italiano awaits.

Highlights

Event options for your day

Boasting a versatile environment for celebrations of different shapes and sizes, the villa offers panoramic gardens and terraces. These outdoor spaces can host 200 to 300 guests, making them ideal for grand alfresco receptions.

Indoors, the villa’s historic halls - finely restored salons made for intimacy, offer a warm, splendid sanctuary for smaller celebrations, or a stylish Plan-B option for approximately 30 guests. The villa’s indoor spaces and their antique charm are perfectly suited for other wedding moments such as welcome dinners, preparatory bridal moments, or intimate receptions.

In this venue, wedding feasts come alive with curated décor, elegant lighting schemes and gourmet Sicilian cuisine.

Features

Mediterranean gardens filled with trees and natural light.
Boutique accommodations (approx 8–10 rooms) for the wedding party.
Sunsets creating unforgettable golden-hour photographs.
Proximity to Catholic churches for ceremonies combined with receptions at the villa.

Surroundings

Lust for Sicily

From food culture to living traditions, from the sea to the mountains, the surroundings of Villa Mon Repos generously present you with a multifaceted destination wedding variety.

Sitting above Taormina’s famous coastline, Villa Mon Repos faces the endless blue waves of the Ionian Sea on the one side - with glimpses of Isola Bella - and the religious profile of Mount Etna on the opposite side. No doubt, this scenery is one of the most photographed landscapes of the Island, and overall Italy. Couples fall in love with the imposing natural element and connect instantly with the spiritual essence of Taormina's blue waters, clear skies, majestic mountains. Inside the perimetre, the villa's gardens invite guests to indulge in the lush beauty of the Mediterranean vegetation and charming olive trees.

Taormina’s old town will welcome you after a short walk from here. Here, you can enjoy scenic strolls along its cute alleys, sunset aperitifs in the many open-air cafés, boutique shopping, and hidden viewpoints overlooking the coastline. And let's not forget the world-renowned Greek Theatre: masterpiece of ancient architecture by day, and sold-out venue by night.

More nature awaits around the corner: the beaches of Mazzarò and Isola Bella are within easy reach, offering crystal-clear waters and relaxation time, or you can preserve your energy to head up to Mount Etna. Beyond the excursion options of the volcanic slopes and craters, this area is celebrated with champion wine-making terroirs and therefore perfect for tastings and pre-wedding experiences at an altitude of 2000mt.

Good to know

Taormina Centre < 1 km
Giardini Naxos < 6 km
Catania < 55 km
Catania's Airport < 70 km
Messina < 50 km
Siracusa < 120 km
Palermo < 250 km
Palermo's Airport < 270 km

Recreational activities

Island life is the best life

Taormina and its surroundings are full of memorable activities.

Share with your guests an adventure on a boat tour around Isola Bella with plentiful of hidden coves and snorkelling time in its sapphire-tinted waters. For those in search of a more leisurable schedule, let them bask in the Mediterranean sun in one of the nearby très chic beach clubs. Private yachts can be arranged for luxurious outings, setting the tone for a beaming welcome event at sea.

Wine lovers will be pleased to meet some of the world's most celebrated volcanic wines during a guided tasting or a gourmet lunch among the vines and history lovers will probably spend their whole time in Taormina self. Outside of the striking Greek Theatre everybody is impatiently waiting for, scout the medieval churches and charming old streets where special souvenirs can be purchased in the local boutiques and artisan workshops.

Food alone will provide a whole traveling experience, so don't pass on the Sicilian cooking classes, pastry workshops, seafood tastings, and traditional trattoria dinners keeping you tuned in with Sicily's beating heart and soul.

Keep busy with:

a post-wedding spa treatment to relax
scenic hikes in the local surroundings
a cultural day tour in Savoca, from “The Godfather”
a drive out to the magical Alcantara Gorges

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