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The White Lotus Sicily (San Domenico Palace)
Taormina, Italy

The White Lotus Sicily (San Domenico Palace)

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The White Lotus

The White Lotus Sicily (San Domenico Palace) in Taormina, Italy is a filming location for The White Lotus (2021). It appears on screen as The White Lotus Sicily Resort.

Location Names

Real Location:

San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

Known as in The White Lotus:

The White Lotus Sicily Resort

About This Location

The breathtaking clifftop former 14th-century convent overlooking the Ionian Sea where Season 2's drama unfolded.

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Featured In

The White Lotus

8.6/10
2021-2025
Dark ComedyDramaSatireAnthology
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Filming Details

Filming Period

Season 2 (2021)

Areas Used

69-foot infinity pool, ancient Dominican cloister, Italian gardens, Principe Cerami restaurant, luxury suites with plunge pools

Detailed Scene Information

Clifftop infinity pool scenes
Ancient cloister courtyard drama
Luxury suite balconies
Italian garden strolls
Michelin restaurant dining
Mount Etna backdrop scenes
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details

14th-century convent converted to hotel 1896, Four Seasons since 2020, UNESCO World Heritage location, former guests include Audrey Hepburn

• Director's commentary on location choice

• Cast interviews about filming here

• Technical challenges and solutions

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Location Details

Address

Piazza San Domenico, 5, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy
Taormina, Italy

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Visiting The White Lotus Sicily (San Domenico Palace)

Opening Hours

Hotel: 24/7 for guests, Restaurant reservations required, Bar & Chiostro open to public

Entry Fees

Room rates: €1,500-18,000/night including breakfast, Restaurant: €150-300/person, Bar drinks: €25-40

Accessibility

Historic property with some accessibility limitations, elevators available, pool deck accessible

Travel Information

Catania Airport 1 hour drive, helicopter transfers available, train/bus from Catania 90 minutes.

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