Sorrento
Housed in an 18th-century palazzo (mansion) on Sorrento's main strip, this charming B&B has a colourful, eclectic look with original vaulted ceilings,…
Must-see hotels in Southern Italy
Syracuse
This great, family-run budget option, elbowed into a tiny pedestrian street in a 17th-century building, has large rooms and apartments with comfortable…
Naples
Neapolitan craft and style pepper this sunny 18th-century apartment on the edge of the Spanish Quarter. Each room is stylishly furnished with original…
Procida
Attractive budget option tucked into one of the timeless lanes that characterise central Procida, the Terrazza is run by an equally timeless couple who…
Cosenza
The best all-round hotel central Cosenza can provide, the four-star Royal is a short stroll from Corso Mazzini right in the heart of town. Rooms are fresh…
Sorrento
Il Giglio Bianco has a soothing white-and-cream decor, wrought-iron beds and a wraparound balcony that gives each of the three rooms a portion of terrace…
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Lampedusa
Set on a hillside surrounded by palms, flowers and Mediterranean macchia (scrub), this collection of two dozen dammusi (shallow-domed stone houses typical…
Salento
Soothe the soul with a stay at Samadhi, located around 7km east of Galatina in tiny Zollino. It's on a 10-hectare organic farm and the owners are…
Mount Etna
La Giara is run by friendly, English-speaking Patrizia, who can help with excursions, bike rental and transfers from Catania airport. The buffet breakfast…
Ostuni
This former 13th-century palazzo offers atmospheric and stylish accommodation with original niches, dark-wood beams and furniture, and contrasting light…
Matera
The lobby of this hotel in Sasso Barisano makes sensitive use of a former 13th-century chapel complete with soaring arches, while the nine rock-cut rooms…
Naples
HOTS is an ultrafriendly hostel near the hydrofoil and ferry terminals. Located on the 7th floor, it's a bright, sociable place with multicoloured dorms,…
Mediterranean Coast
With sea views, landscaped Mediterranean gardens and four-star amenities, this salmon-pink Liberty-style villa on a hilltop in Licata's western outskirts…
Ischia
Located on Spiagga dei Maronti, one of Ischia’s best beaches, and within walking distance of Sant’Angelo, this shady campground offers 50 places, as well…
Naples
In a 15th-century palazzo, this modern centro storico B&B serves up four rooms with vintage cotto floor tiles, ethnic art and handmade furniture designed…
Salerno
Housed in a 16th-century convent, Salerno’s excellent HI hostel is right in the heart of the centro storico (historic centre) action. Inside, there’s a…
Ostuni
Located in the 18th-century (rather than medieval) part of town, Le Sole Blu only has one room available: it's large, fully renovated and has a separate…
Tropea
This graceful palazzo has six suites decorated in masculine neutrals and tobacco browns, with dramatic modern paintings by the owner's brother adding…
Positano
Hidden behind a barrage of perfumed foliage, lofty Villa Nettuno is not short on charm. Go for one of the original rooms in the 300-year-old part of the…
Promontorio del Gargano
Run by an enthusiastic brother and sister team, this former 16th-century palazzo has elaborately frescoed ceilings, sumptuous floor tiles, exquisite…
Calabria
L'Antico Borgo's five rooms are tucked away in Gerace's medieval labyrinth adjacent to the restaurant and pizzeria of the same name. Decor is relatively…
Naples
For a taste of Neapolitan glitz, book into this lofty four-star on the upper floor of the Galleria Umberto I. Rooms are quiet and lavishly attired with…
Palermo Region
Especially good value in the off-season, this centrally located three-star hotel offers simple, comfortable rooms in bright, summery hues. The hotel also…
Messina
Just off Piazza del Duomo is this cheerful B&B, run by the young, charming Guendalina. Rooms are simple, clean and functional, with modular furniture and…
Taormina
This B&B wins points for its prime location on Taormina's pedestrian thoroughfare and its rooftop breakfast terrace. The three doubles are simply…
Lecce
A warm welcome awaits at this stylish five-star hotel in the centre of Lecce. The rooms are spacious and refined with high ceilings, modern furniture and…
Tyrrhenian Coast
For an atmospheric sleep with full-on views of the floodlit castle after the tour buses leave, rent one of these two stone-walled apartments on the…
Peschici
La Chiusa delle More offers an escape from the sometimes hectic coast. An attractive stone-built agriturismo, only 1.5km from Peschici, it’s set in a huge…
Panarea
Perched atop a point just south the port, this whitewashed family-run hotel (Panarea's oldest) has sea views in two directions, including some dreamy…
Ragusa
Housed in an 18th-century Liberty-style villa, this welcoming place has spacious, high-ceilinged rooms, walls hung with family portraits and a flower…
Naples
This modest and friendly hotel sits opposite the Mergellina marina, a fact not played down in the decor – think portholes, barometers, and bedheads in the…
Peschici
Staying here is like entering a large, welcoming family home. It's by the cliffs with fantastic views and it's air-conditioned, should you visit in the…
Trani
This simple, old-fashioned B&B inhabits the 14th-century Palazzo Morola in the old Jewish quarter, and is run by a lovely elderly couple. It's basic, but…
Vulcano
Managed by a friendly older Italian couple, this hideaway 1km north of the port on a quiet Vulcanello backstreet offers nine immaculate rooms sleeping two…
Mount Etna
In Nicolosi, just off the main route up to the cable-car station, this country-style hotel offers excellent value for money. Its rooms are tasteful,…
Naples
An easy walk from the main train station, this spotless hotel is a world away from the grungy street below. Rooms are spartan but clean, with functional…
Lecce
High ceilings, heritage tiled floors and an expansive breakfast spread combine with warm hospitality from friendly host Egle at this excellent B&B on the…
Martina Franca
A stylish B&B in a historic palace with rooms overlooking gracious Piazza XX Settembre. The rooms have exposed stone walls, shiny parquet floors, wrought…
Gallipoli
A magnificent 16th-century building houses this memorable B&B. The five rooms are all different but share the same princely atmosphere with exquisite…
Lipari
Swiss artist Edwin Hunziker converted this Aeolian house into a bohemian-spirited hotel in the 1950s. It stands above Lipari town in a garden of citrus…
