I stayed in Sant Andrea right after it converted to a Orient Express property. I enjoyed our stay. I agree with Pricesquire that being on the water is better.. I liked being outside of the hustle and bustle of Taormina. We went in maybe 1 or 2 days but that was it. The good at Sant Andrea was good enough for us to stay (not great but not terrible).... Sant Andrea though is also very expensive. Note that the pool area is quite small and the beach is a little rocky but it's still a pleasant place to spend 3 days....

FDW