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
Set in a beachside suburb of the ancient town of Syracuse (Siracusa), the Hotel Villamare is decorated with Sicilian fabrics, rugs and drapes, giving a feeling of a comfortable home away from home. The seafront is just a few minutes walk from your hotel door, but if you get tired of sunbathing you can always make the trip into downtown Syracuse. Hotel Villamare, Syracuse
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
Just minutes from Taormina, Sicily, the Hotel Lido Mediterranee is a superior four-star hotel set on a private beach overlooking a peaceful bay. There are 72 spacious, well-appointed rooms, many with balcony and all with en-suite facilities, internet link, telephone and TV. Hotel Lido Mediterranee, Messina
An hotel in Agrigento, Sicily with a quite marvellous location, The Dioscuri Bay Palace hotel is a beautifully appointed four-star establishment. Located on the coast, it has terrific views out to the Valley of the Temples. Dioscuri Bay Palace, Agrigento
Hotel Kennedy is a friendly three-star hotel in Sant'Alessio, a seaside town in the Sicilian province of Messina. Just 12 kilometres up the Ionian coast from Taormina, the Kennedy offers 83 clean and modern rooms, each with satellite TV, in-room safe and air conditioning. Hotel Kennedy, Messina
The Jolly Hotel dello Stretto Messina is a charming four-star hotel in the heart of downtown Messina, in eastern Sicily, and lies just metres away from the harbour. Hotel dello Stretto, Messina
Il Principe Hotel is located in downtown Catania, on the verdant east coast of the island of Sicily. It is a luxurious, four-star establishment, with just 25 tastefully furnished rooms and suites, each boasting air conditioning, mini-bar, satellite TV and a de luxe bathroom with Jacuzzi tub or shower. Il Principe Hotel Catania, Catania
