Stromboli is known as the 'Lighthouse of the Tyrrhenian Sea' because its volcano is almost permanently active. The Hotel Villaggio Stromboli is a unique, three-star establishment in between two solidified lava flows on this Aeolian Island off northern Sicily. Hotel Villaggio Stromboli, Messina
This hotel in Marsala, Sicily is perfect for travellers wishing to experience the peaceful solitude of the Sicilian countryside and base themselves close to one of the region's most charming towns. Once a fortified villa complete with a turreted tower, this hotel stands among acres of parkland and vineyards. Hotel Resort Baglio Oneto, Trapani
The town of Francavilla in the heart of the beautiful Alcantara valley is in ideal base from which to explore eastern Sicily. The lively seaside resort of Taormina and the breathtaking volcano of Mount Etna are both only 20 kilometres away, and there is local natural beauty to be found at the nearby olive-groved gorges. Hotel D Orange D Alcantara, Messina
The Aldebaran Family Hotel is a small, friendly modern hotel set in rolling countryside between Syracuse and Floridia. There are nine bright, comfortable rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, TV, direct-dial telephone and safety-deposit box. Aldebaran Family Hotel, Syracuse
The Jolly Hotel Bellini is an attractive modern hotel in Sicily, located close to Catania's lively market district. The historic heart of the city is just a five-minute walk away. There are 130 comfortable rooms here, all with en-suite bath or shower room plus satellite TV, internet connection point, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Jolly Hotel Bellini, Catania
Located in Sicily's south-east corner, in the town of Modica close to Ragusa, this elegant nineteenth century Sicilian hotel offers Mediterranean charm close to a dramatic coastline well-stocked with ruins and spectacular caves. Hotel Villa Cannizzo, Ragusa
The charming Hotel Posta is ideally located on the edge of the Island of Ortigia close to the harbour. There are 14 clean, comfortable rooms, all simply furnished and with en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, TV, direct-dial telephone and internet link. Hotel Posta, Syracuse
Situated in Ragusa, the busy provincial capital, this three-star Sicily hotel offers perfect comfort and elegance in the centre of one of Sicily's famous Baroque towns. Magnificent Siracusa is nearby, once a Greek colony, and still boasting fascinating ruins including a theatre on a headland above the Mediterranean. Hotel Kroma, Ragusa
