Province of Messina Hotels with Swimming Pools

Myself and a friend stayed at the hotel expecting a 4 star hotel with all the amenities as listed on the website and trip advisor, however this was not the case on arrival. After a horrendously steep walk from the train station to the hotel we where able to check in ok but on arrival to the room it was very basic but thankfully clean. Unfortunately the toilet door was broken and didn’t close, the temperature of the water in the shower varied, the wifi didn’t work half the time, there was gaps in the panelling of the front door leading to the outside, the lights flickered and at times the air conditioning didn’t turn work. Breakfast was very basic and no matter what time you arrived they was never a lot of food provided and our first day there was nothing left. The provided 2 types of cereal however didn’t provide milk or bowls. Based of conversations with other guests at the hotel, the evening meal was a huge disappointment. A 3 course meal was offered however no menu and some evenings they either got a course to share or else only 2 courses despite having to pay for 3. They also ran out of towels when asked which was very frustrating despite not providing clean towels or bed linen unless asked. It appeared to be a family run hotel where staff where out sunbathing and on the beach most of the day rather than present when needed. Staff has very limited to no English which made communication very difficult for most of the guests who didn’t have Italian as a first language. Prices where made up as they went along and in the small shop on site only cash was accepted. If you required a lift to the train or the village which was a 5 minute drive, staff charged €20-€25 in cash only. The positives, it was in a stunning location which a pebble beach area easily accessible and lots of sun loungers around the pool for guests. If you want a very basic stay and like a hike up to the local village for restaurants then this is the place for you. I would say if staying in this hotel you would need to hire a car as the location is far from anywhere and staff charge a lot for transfers for such a short journey. It is also far from both airports. Overall this hotel had a lot of potential but was very run down and staff weren’t always helpful. Images shown of the hotel are very outdated and half of this complex no longer exists. I wouldn’t stay here again and I think the 4 star rating really needs to be reviewed as the hotel is far from this.

With a stay at Hotel Caesar Palace in Giardini Naxos, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Giardini Naxos Beach and 9 minutes from Corso Umberto. This beach hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Isola Bella and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Taormina Cable Car.Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy international cuisine at Tindari, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 223 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature bidets and hair dryers.

We Had a wonderful holiday here at the Sant alphio hotel! The hotel is clean, beautiful and spacious. Pool area is stunning with loads of sun loungers and a poolside bar/restaurant area. AC was strong and refreshing which was just what we needed on a hot day. Breakfast was great- these comments about ‘no choice’ at breakfast are, in my opinion, completely false. It was what you would expect from a four star Italian hotel, with pastries, good coffee, fruit and meat. The dinner was superb, faultless and the service was beyond brilliant. There are also plenty restaurants nearby but the hotel meals were a lot better and good value. Our room was big, spotless and had large drawers and a wardrobe for storage. Balcony had an awesome view of mount Etna. Didn’t use the spa but it looked fantastic and offered lots of services and treatments. The hotel lobby has a bar which served a range of great drinks. We didn’t want to leave and I recommend highly to travellers!

We initially picked the hotel due to its proximity to Taormina as we were wanting to visit this part of Sicily and travel around using public transport. Initially, we were worried about the location of the hotel and the condition after reading other negative reviews. We found ourselves to be very pleasantly surprised by the reality. The hotel is situated on the side of a hill just outside the beautiful village of Sant Alessio Sicura. There is a train station in the village with direct links to Taormina, Catania, Messina and many more places. The walk from the train station takes approximately half an hour if you’re in relatively good fitness- it includes a walk up a main road but drivers were very considerate. There is also a bus stop right outside the hotel but we found we preferred the efficiency of Sicily’s rail network. The resort itself is lovely. The decor is very traditional, and I can understand how some people may find that dated but we found it quite charming and lovely. We paid for a sea view room which I would recommend as it was wonderful to wake up to. Water is provided in the room free of charge and the facilities were clean, comfortable and quiet. The pool area was clean and well maintained, and the bar hosted a variety of drinks. Food in the restaurant was quite nice although a little expensive for what it was, we found ourselves eating out more often than not. Breakfast was a great selection of hot and cold options, and often we skipped lunch due to the sheer amount we ate at breakfast! Overall however we were really pleased with the general facilities of the area. The staff were all absolutely wonderful and couldn’t do enough to help us enjoy our stay. In conclusion, I would absolutely recommend staying at Capo Dei Greci and would happily return if we were in this part of Sicily again. It is well located for day trips to other parts of the island and well facilitated if you want to spend the day on site. If you are fit and enjoy walking, it is easy to get around using public transport as we did. If not car hire is a good option but certainly not an essential.

oh my oh my where to start? we were holidaying in early August and cancelled Cefalu as we do not like to be with hordes of people - Tusa got recommended and we are so glad we found this hotel. Make sure you pay extra for a sea view room they are totally worth it. Breakfast is on the top floor and also worth paying extra for. And we had the best dinner in Tusa in the hotel. For us it was the perfect choice. The room is big, clean, has everything that we need - the only thing that was not perfect is the fridge that was not cold enough. I cannot wait to return!!

With a stay at Hotel Il Gabbiano Beach in Terme Vigliatore, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Marina di Portorosa and Villa Romana. This beach hotel is 11 mi (17.6 km) from Port of Milazzo and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Azienda Agricola Cambria.Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.

Located in Ficarra, Villa Ginevra Resort Agrituristico is within a 15-minute drive of Tower of Ciaule and Piraino Viewpoint. This inn is 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from Roman Baths of Bagnoli and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Saracen Tower.Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a seasonal outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this inn include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Casale Romano Resort in Motta Camastra, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park and Spiaggia delle Gole. This spa farm stay is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Corso Umberto.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this Art Deco farm stay include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting.Grab a bite to eat at the farm stay's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 individually decorated guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

Located in Mirto, Borgo d'Orlando is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Villa Piccolo and Capo d'Orlando Square. This hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Capo d'Orlando Beach and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Nebrodi Regional Park.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a seasonal outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.Enjoy Italian cuisine at Ristorante Corte Schippi, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 9 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

I liked this building very much: it has a large internal parking, a beautiful outdoor pool and a wellness area which I have not enjoyed for a short time. The rooms are perfectly clean and ordered, people welcome to the very friendly and always available reception.