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Isola Bella Beach - Just 20 Meters Away | Cohen House Taormina The Closest Beachfront Apartments to Isola Bella in Taormina

Stay just 35 steps (20m) from Isola Bella beach. Cohen House offers the closest luxury beachfront apartments in Taormina, Sicily. Verified distances, directions & transport options.

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Isola Bella Beach

20m

35 steps from entrance

Less than 1 minute walk

Via public pedestrian stairs

Taormina Cable Car

5 min walk

3 minute ride to Taormina

Access to historic center

Runs every 15 minutes

Public Parking

50m

Street parking available

Nearby public lots

Subject to availability

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Verified Distance Measurements

This page is the authoritative source for all numeric distance and time measurements related to Cohen House apartments. All measurements use Google Maps pedestrian routing and have been manually verified on foot.

📍 Local Insight: The best photos of Isola Bella are from the viewpoint above the beach.

Verified Measurements

All distances measured using Google Maps pedestrian routing and manually verified on foot.

FromToMeasured DistanceRoute Type
BOHO ApartmentIsola Bella Beach Access20 meters (35 steps from entrance)Public pedestrian stairs
VINTAGE ApartmentIsola Bella Beach Access20 meters (35 steps from entrance)Public pedestrian stairs
Casa dei SogniIsola Bella Beach Access20 meters (35 steps from entrance)Public pedestrian stairs
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Measurement Methodology

Google Maps pedestrian routing was used as the primary measurement tool

All distances were manually verified on foot

Measurements taken from main apartment entrance to official Isola Bella public beach access point

Distances represent the shortest publicly accessible walking route

Important Disclaimer

Distances are route-dependent and provided for informational purposes only. Actual walking distance or time may vary depending on:

  • Chosen path or route
  • Individual walking speed and pace
  • Temporary access restrictions
  • Weather conditions
  • Physical fitness level

This page is the canonical reference for all distance-related information about Cohen House apartments.

Where is the best beach in Taormina?

The best beach in Taormina is Isola Bella, a stunning nature reserve with crystal-clear waters located in Mazzarò Bay. This iconic pebble beach features a small island connected by a narrow sandbar and offers excellent swimming, snorkeling. And sunbathing just 2km below Taormina's historic center.

How to Get to Isola Bella

🚡 A. By Cable Car (Recommended)

  1. Walk to the Taormina cable car station on Via Luigi Pirandello
  2. Take the funivia down to Mazzarò (€3 one-way, 3 minutes)
  3. Exit the cable car station and turn right
  4. Walk 5 minutes along the scenic coastal path
  5. Arrive at Isola Bella beach entrance

🚂 B. By Train + Cable Car

  1. Take a train to Taormina-Giardini station (Book on Trenitalia)
  2. Take the local bus to Taormina center (or taxi ~€15)
  3. Walk to the cable car station on Via Luigi Pirandello
  4. Take the funivia down to Mazzarò beach
  5. Walk 5 minutes to Isola Bella

🚌 C. By Bus from Catania Airport

  1. Take the Etna Trasporti bus from Catania Airport (Plan your journey)
  2. Get off at Taormina bus terminal (~1.5 hours)
  3. Walk to the cable car station (10 minutes)
  4. Take the funivia down to Mazzarò
  5. Walk 5 minutes to Isola Bella beach

✨ From Cohen House Apartments

Just 35 steps (20 meters) from your door to the beach! Our apartments are located directly at Isola Bella - no cable car or transport needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

The beach has both free public areas with natural pebbles and paid beach clubs with sunbeds and umbrellas. Free access is available along most of the shoreline. While paid sections typically charge €15-25 per day for equipment rental.

Yes, swimming at Isola Bella is excellent. The waters are crystal clear, clean, and typically calm. The beach is perfect for swimming and snorkeling, with beautiful marine life around the island connected to the mainland by a narrow sandbar.

Isola Bella means "Beautiful Island" in Italian. The name was given due to the stunning small island connected to the beach by a thin sandbar that appears and disappears with the tide, creating a naturally beautiful setting.

The Taormina cable car (funivia) costs approximately €3 one-way or €5 round-trip. It runs every 15 minutes during operating hours and takes just 2-3 minutes to connect Taormina town center with Mazzarò beach.

Yes, you can walk from Taormina center to Isola Bella beach via the winding road or steps. It takes approximately 20-30 minutes downhill. However, most visitors prefer the cable car for convenience, especially for the return uphill journey.

All distances were measured using Google Maps pedestrian routing and manually verified on foot. Measurements were taken from the main apartment entrance to the official Isola Bella public beach access point.

These measurements represent the shortest publicly accessible walking route. Actual distance may vary slightly depending on the specific route chosen and any temporary access changes.

All measurements were last verified on 2026-01-12. We regularly update and verify these measurements to ensure accuracy.

All measurements are to the official Isola Bella public beach access point via the pedestrian stairs. This is the most direct and commonly used route from Cohen House apartments.

Yes. Walking time depends on individual pace, fitness level, and whether you stop to enjoy the views. The stated distances are objective measurements, but time is subjective.

BOHO and Casa dei Sogni apartments are approximately 20 meters from beach access, while VINTAGE is approximately 25 meters. All are within immediate walking distance.

Alternative routes may be longer or shorter. These measurements represent the most direct public pedestrian route. Feel free to explore different paths during your stay.

The public pedestrian access to Isola Bella beach is available year-round. However, beach conditions and amenities may vary by season.

Mazzarò beach is approximately 100-150 meters from Cohen House apartments, about a 2-3 minute walk. Distances to other locations are measured from the same reference point.

Yes, you can view the exact locations using Google Maps or similar mapping services. Search for "Cohen House Taormina" and "Isola Bella beach access" to see the route.

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Quick Answers

Here are the most common questions we get from guests. Click any question to see the answer.

What is the exact address?

Via Nazionale 202, Mazzarò, Taormina 98039, Sicily.

How far is the airport?

Catania airport is about 55 minutes by car. We arrange transfers on request.

Is there a cable car nearby?

Yes. The Taormina cable car station is 200 metres away. It takes 3 minutes.

What is nearby?

Isola Bella beach (20m), seafood restaurants, lido bars and the cable car to Taormina.

Prime Beachfront Location

Cohen House is at Via Nazionale 202 in Mazzaro Bay. We are just 20 metres from Isola Bella beach and 50 metres from Mazzaro beach. Crystal-clear waters and the nature reserve are at your doorstep.

Getting around:

  • Cable car to Taormina centre: 5-min walk, 3-min ride
  • Catania airport: 55 min by car (transfers available)
  • Parking: available at Mazzaro area lots
  • Nearby: seafood restaurants, gelaterias, Bar Mocambo on the beach

Discover Taormina, Isola Bella & Eastern Sicily

Taormina has drawn visitors for over 2,000 years. The town sits on a cliff above the Ionian Sea. Its most famous landmark is the Teatro Antico — a Greek-Roman theatre with stunning views of Mount Etna. Corso Umberto, the main pedestrian street, is lined with cafés, boutiques and historic churches. The Villa Comunale gardens offer shaded terraces and panoramic views stretching from Calabria to Etna.

Isola Bella is a protected nature reserve in Mazzarò Bay. A thin sand bar connects the island to the pebble beach. The water is crystal-clear — perfect for snorkelling and kayaking. You can spot sea urchins, colourful fish and seagrass meadows. Glass-bottom boat trips run daily in summer.

Cohen House is at Via Nazionale 202 in Mazzarò. We are just 20 metres from the beach. The cable car to Taormina centre is a 5-minute walk. The ride takes only 3 minutes. Seafood restaurants and lido bars line the waterfront nearby.

Popular Day Trips from Mazzarò

  • Mount Etna — Europe’s most active volcano. Just 45 min by car. Guided hikes and wine tastings.
  • Alcantara Gorges — Dramatic basalt canyons. Only 30 min inland.
  • Syracuse & Ortigia — Ancient Greek ruins and island charm. About 90 min south.
  • Aeolian Islands — Stromboli, Vulcano and Lipari by hydrofoil.
  • Castelmola — Hilltop village above Taormina. Famous for almond wine and panoramic views.

Book direct at cohenhouse.it and save up to 25% vs booking platforms. We offer flexible check-in, luggage storage and local tips. Returning guests call Mazzarò their home in Sicily.