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 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
Hotel Atelier sul Mare is a hotel in Sicily, Italy. Quite unique, it is just a few metres from the beautiful sea at Cefalu, with silence, beautiful sunsets and a wonderful setting surrounded by fine artworks. Hotel Atelier sul Mare, 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 Kristina, Sicily, has a friendly, informal atmosphere and is quietly located a short distance from Taormina's historic centre. The hotel has 27 comfortable rooms, all with private bath or shower room, telephone and hairdryer. Hotel Villa Kristina, 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
