Messina Historic Hotels, Sicily: Messina Hotel Guide

An aerial view of a rocky island with clear blue waters, surrounded by a coastal town with buildings and a beach.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Messina Historic Hotels

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for Messina historic hotels

new house independent holiday center room

Reggio Calabria

Nelly Sophia R.

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Villa Sarino located in the nature with sea and mountain view

Savoca

Nicole F.

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

semi-detached holiday home center

Reggio Calabria

Anonymous traveller

Don Diego Luxury Rooms

Taormina

Mary

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

Spacious 4 BR apartment, Taormina center, multiple terraces w. stunning views

Taormina

Donna W.

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

GIò GALA 'RELAIS- LUXURY APARTMENT

Milazzo

Mark M.

CASA OASI with terrace and view.

Taormina City Centre

Kathleen W.

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

Luxury villa in center of Taormina - Prime Location - roof terrace, unique views

Taormina City Centre

Josh R.

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

View all properties

Top Messina Hotel Reviews

UNA Hotels Capotaormina

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel just outside Taormina but with free shuttle. Views are amazing, pool area is stunning. The staff was wonderful- very kind and helpful. Had dinner and Le Grand Bleu twice and food and service was excellent. A big hotel but feels like a family run hotel. Will absolutely return."

Splendid Hotel Taormina - Handwritten Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Abbiamo trascorso un soggiorno meraviglioso allo Splendid Hotel Taormina. La posizione è eccellente, a pochi minuti a piedi dal centro storico, ma allo stesso tempo tranquilla e rilassante. La vista sul mare è semplicemente spettacolare e rende ogni momento ancora più speciale. Tutto il personale è stato eccezionale: sempre sorridente, professionale e disponibile ad aiutarci con qualsiasi richiesta. Ci siamo sentiti davvero i benvenuti. La piscina è bellissima e perfetta per rilassarsi dopo una giornata trascorsa a visitare Taormina e i dintorni. Anche il ristorante merita un elogio: ottimo cibo, servizio attento e un’atmosfera molto piacevole. La nostra camera era confortevole e pulita. Per una famiglia di quattro persone era un po’ piccola, ma ci siamo organizzati senza problemi. Come piccolo suggerimento, sarebbe utile controllare le guarnizioni delle porte della doccia, che nella nostra camera tendevano a staccarsi. Nel complesso è stato un soggiorno fantastico e consigliamo questo hotel a chiunque desideri visitare Taormina. Grazie a tutto lo staff per la splendida ospitalità. Speriamo di tornare presto!"

Hotel Villa Paradiso

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Villa Paradiso was a beautiful and charming hotel set right on the edge of Taormina. It was very accessible to the park and nature reserve. It was a 4 minute walk to Corso Umberto and only 10 minutes to the amphitheater. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was very polite and helpful."

Hotel Villa Sirina

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at the Hotel Villa Sirina for 4 nights to visit Taormina and Etna. The hotel is family owned and run and the staff are very pleasant and helpful. The hotel is very clean, well maintained with a nice pool in a quiet location. The hotel is situated on a bit of an incline about 10 minutes walk to the main Taormina train station and there are bus routes on the road outside the station to Taormina, Naxos, Catania etc. There are shops and bars within around 10-15 minutes walking distance (heading towards Naxos). Taormina is around 20 minutes on the bus. Alternatively the hotel has parking facilities. The hotel pool is nice with well kept gardens. We were happy with our choice rather than staying in the center of Taormina (I would suggest not staying in the centre if you are hiring a car). I would definitely recommend this hotel, but I would suggest maybe consider car hire if you struggle walking because of the incline. Taxis are also very expensive (15 euros just from the train station and around 35 euros into Taormina)."

Eurostars Monte Tauro

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was in the perfect location in Taormina and had beautiful views and pool! We got the Junior Suite and it was perfect for our honeymoon and also wasn't exorbitantly priced. The breakfast buffet was quite good too! There's no onsite gym so working out was a little bit of a problem, but walking up/down all the hills nearby helps with that. :) The one odd thing that happened is the front desk wasn't able to bring us a bottle opener for wine in our room, but that could have also been a miscommunication. It was hard to tell. Overall, it was an incredible place! I would go back in a heartbeat."

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Messina?

You're already probably planning a visit to historical sites while on holiday in Messina. You can also discover all there is to see and do such as the monuments and cathedral.

How many historical hotels will I find in Messina?

Messina is home to 193 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.

What are the most important historical places and other sights in Messina?

Messina is notable for landmarks like Messina Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock, Cathedral of Messina and Fountain of Orion. Cultural venues include Messina Theatre, Regional Museum of Messina and Regional Interdisciplinary Museum of Messina. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Piazza del Duomo and Caronte & Tourist.

What is a historic hotel like in Messina?

When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Messina, giving a real sense of character.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Do historic hotels in Messina have modern facilities?

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Messina, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

Room 1

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check availability on Messina Historic Hotels

Our top choices for Messina historic hotels

new house independent holiday center room