Sicily — Enjoy the nature, history and ancient traditions of the island from this holiday hotel on the outskirts of Taormina. With views of the ocean, Mount Etna and providing a superb mix of tradition and modern luxury. Hotel Villa Ducale. Hotel Villa Ducale, Messina
A marvellous choice among Sicily hotels – the Hotel Villa Carlotta in Taormina, Sicily boasts four-star comfort in a superb setting. Hotel Villa Carlotta, Messina
Villa Greta is a pleasant family-run hotel in a quiet location close to Taormina's ancient centre, on the Italian island of Sicily. This Taormina hotel has 23 bright, cheerful rooms, nearly all of which have a terrace or balcony with fabulous views of Etna or the sea. Hotel Villa Greta, Messina
The Grand Hotel Timeo is Taormina's premier hotel. This Sicilian hotel is best known for its legendary Literary Terrace, with sensational views of the ancient Greek Theatre, Mount Etna and the Ionian sea. Grand Hotel Timeo, 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
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
The Hotel Tritone is a smart four-star hotel in central Lipari comprising 38 flawlessly decorated rooms, each with wooden floors, heavy rugs and marble bathrooms. In-room facilities include colour television, air conditioning, internet connection and hairdryer. Hotel Tritone, Messina
The Hotel Villa Diana is an attractive, bijou hotel on the Aeolian Island of Lipari off the coast of northern Sicily. Located 400 metres from the main road, and only a kilometre from Lipari town's pretty little harbour, the Villa Diana has just 12 neat bedrooms, all overlooking the garden and sun terrace. Hotel Villa Diana, Messina
