Messina, Sicily, Italy hotel booking from ahotelinitaly.com

This recently built resort has abundant facilities, and a fantastic location sloping down a hillside to Sicily's north-eastern coast. From many of the rooms at the Hotel Capo dei Greci, in Sant'Alessio Siculo (and from the sunbathing deck) you have unobstructed picturesque views looking out to sea.

This hotel offers character and charm close to the heart of Taormina, with its own collection of paintings and antiques. If you're looking for a unique place to stay on Sicily, then this accommodation, which styles itself as a 19th century grand hotel, is the perfect place.

This hotel provides smart, modern accommodation close to the centre of Taormina, with magnificent views across the Bay of Naxos and Capo Taormina. This hotel's perfect if you just want to relax, or as a base for exploring Sicily. Just below the hotel you'll find the beautiful Baia di Villagonia.

Lying just south of Taormina, and with superb views over the Bay of Taormina, the Hotel Giardino dei Greci has a terrific range of modern facilities, a very nice pool and the perfect environment whether visiting Sicily on business or vacation.

Blue skies meet azure seas and local tradition meets modern comforts in this charming Sicilian hotel. Set on the sweeping bay of Giardini Naxos, the Hotel Villa Sirina has a quite idyllic location. This historic villa nestles in a valley of brightly coloured oleander and freshly scented citrus.