Family-friendly Hotels in Province of Messina

Looking at the stats on Trip Advisor it would appear that 75% of nearly 2000 reviews score highly, this review is in line with those. I cannot abide negativity and its repercussions. Just spent a hugely relaxing and warm 2 weeks at Caesar Palace. It is an older hotel and it has the character and quirkiness to go with it, so much better than many modern hotels without soul. Our room was on 3rd floor overlooking pool, excellent,  aircon was not noisy, room was not drab, bed linen was fine. Room always cleaned to good standard and left smelling fresh. We found food to be very good, amazing variety of fish,  pasta and risotto dishes,carpaccio,sundried tomatoes, marinated olives, Arancini and many Sicilian vegetable dishes. In 2 weeks we never queued for food even when busy, which was normally at 8pm, we eat at 7pm. Always found something nice to eat. Staff were very attentive, wine in Restaurant was freely available and we have no complaints. As for comments about feeding at trough,  that says more about the users than the providers. To the Bar, where we were brilliantly served by, Katerina, Serafina,Paolo and Rafaelo  amazing range of top shelf world renowned Italian liqueurs, and others, plus Absolut,Gordon's,Bacardi,Ballantines. Bottled red and white wine which was available in local Supermarket at €5-6 a bottle, bit more expensive than vinegar and a better taste by far , Prosecco and of course Moretti beer. We had a great time working out different drinks, some of which were new to the staff. We made use of the Sun Deck on 3rd floor of main block, nice and private with amazing views of Etna. The courtesy transport to beach has set timings and signs showing those are in numerous locations around hotel, not too hard to find. I have never seen,or heard, any advice that says beach is only a few minutes walk, research!! Most surprising for me is reading and laughing at negative comments and their origins. Here is a tip when reading reviews, never read the negative stuff if it is well in the minority, because that is what it is ‘ Minority’ Overall a very positive stay, enjoyed at all times, would stay again without question.

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!!

When you stay at Etna Wine Agriturismo in Castiglione di Sicilia, you'll be 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park. This farm stay is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Mount Etna and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Patria Winery.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an attached winery and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this farm stay include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the farm stay's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (surcharge) can be requested.

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Hotel Agriturismo Santa Margherita is in a regional park, within a 15-minute drive of Roman Villa of Patti and Sanctuary of Tindari. This beach farm stay is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Grotte Beach Mongiove and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Tindari Archaeological Zone.Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor tennis court. Additional features at this farm stay include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and shopping on site.Satisfy your appetite with Italian cuisine at Santa Margherita, a family restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, or dine alfresco. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Located in Gioiosa Marea, TH Gioiosa Marea - Capo Calavà Village is by the sea, a 3-minute drive from Contrada Ridente Beach and 8 minutes from Tower of Ciaule. This all-inclusive hotel is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Brigantino and 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Roman Villa of Patti.Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including outdoor tennis courts and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.This hotel is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of TH Gioiosa Marea - Capo Calavà Village, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room.Make yourself at home in one of the 316 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Private bathrooms with showers feature bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

When you stay at Villaggio Alkantara in Giardini Naxos, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Recanati Beach and Ionian Sea. This family-friendly hotel is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Mount Etna and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Greek Ruins.Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and a television in a common area. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Villaggio Alkantara, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. 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 122 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have bidets and hair dryers.

Not a 4 star for sure. And dont waste money on all inclusive option cause its a farce and a big lie. We are currently at hotel right now and the all inclusive is a waste of money. Not even an espresso at the bar before 10am you can take!!! Then all entertainment is at the beach not pools and this is done intentionally. Cause at the beach bar their is nothing included and there is no alcohol! The only alcohol available at beach is beer and that you need pay for even if you are all inclusive. Then there is the rooms!! We have booked a quadruple room cause we are a family. The shower cublcle is for little dwarf aliens cause you cannot enter and bath your kids inside. Its a disaster....full stop....Also, first thing i did when sentering the room is switchnon AC..And the smell was so bad i had to clean the filters myself and dont waste time calling reception. it was obvious months passed before they were last cleaned.....Also beach sand is terribly dirty but maybe this was due to thunderstorm the night before.

Located in Taormina, Agriturismo Terrenia is on a river, a 4-minute drive from Greek Ruins and 5 minutes from Schisò Castle. This farm stay is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Mount Etna and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Giardini Naxos Beach.Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this farm stay include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.Stop by the farm stay's restaurant for dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a computer station, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Taormina? This farm stay has 100 square feet (9 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Frette Italian sheets, and all rooms are furnished with sofa beds. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Hotel Giardini Naxos Beach The all-inclusive package here is more limited than we’re used to, for example, cocktails are not included. Snacks are hardly offered in the afternoons and evenings, which is standard in other all-inclusive hotels we’ve visited, and there’s nothing available to buy. Room We stayed in premium room 260, and everything was fine. The air conditioning worked well, and the bed was very spacious and comfortable—the best hotel bed we’ve ever had. However, the faucets throughout the building are worn out and look unattractive, including in our room. Restaurant Breakfast, lunch, and dinner were okay, with enough variety. The dessert buffet was extensive, but the overall quality of the food was mediocre, major downside was that most vegetables were served cold every day, which wasn’t enjoyable. Keeping the food warm seems to be too much effort here. There was little variation in the menu, and no themed dinners. If you have a dairy allergy, unfortunately, this hotel doesn’t offer many options. At breakfast, there are Schär products, but during dinner, there’s no suitable dessert. Sometimes ice cream is available, but there’s no dairy-free sorbet. What really bothered us was the restaurant chairs. They are made of solid wood and become uncomfortable after a short time, making it feel like they want you to leave quickly. Entertainment The animation team was fun and spontaneous, but the evening music was always performed by the same band or artist, which became predictable after a few days. On Tuesday evenings, there was no music at all, as the performers had their day off. We enjoyed the fitness area, which was well-equipped—something you don’t often see. We used it often, although some equipment could use a fresh coat of paint. Surroundings The hotel is located right by the beach, and everything is well-maintained. There’s also a beautiful park where you can enjoy a drink. Unfortunately, many of the benches at the Olympus Bar outside are uncomfortable as they are too deep. The hotel has a shuttle bus to the stunning town of Taormina, which takes 20 minutes and costs €5 per person. Renting a car for a week costs around €350 and is recommended if you want to explore more of the island. Final Verdict Overall, we had a nice vacation, mainly due to the beautiful surroundings. However, we found the hotel overpriced for what you get in return. The all-inclusive package is a stripped-down version of what is standard elsewhere. The food was mediocre, especially having to eat cold vegetables every day. We heard many complaints from other guests. Unfortunately, there were hardly any accommodations for my dairy allergy. Our final rating is a 7. Sicily is definitely worth visiting, but we wouldn’t choose this hotel again.

With a stay at Agri Hotel da Marianna in Santa Domenica Vittoria, you'll be in a regional park, within a 15-minute drive of Mount Etna and Nebrodi Regional Park. This family-friendly hotel is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Church of Santa Maria and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from San Giorgio Monastery.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. A spa tub and a steam room offer a relaxing way to wind down after a day on the slopes. This Beaux Arts hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 10 km.Enjoy local cuisine at Da Marianna, a family 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). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Your memory foam bed comes with Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.