Capofaro Locanda & Malvasia  

Perched on Salina's coast in Malfa, this boutique 5-star resort sits among rolling Malvasia vineyards and looks out to the Aeolian sea. It's minutes from the Church of Santa Marina and the Port of Santa Marina, with the town center roughly 3 km away.

Classic Eolian whitewashed buildings dressed in bougainvillea and a fresh‑water pool frame six hectares of Malvasia vines. The property is intimate—about two dozen guestrooms—ranging from standard rooms to imperial suites, many with private terraces or small gardens and sea or garden views; a handful of cliff‑side rooms sit by the old lighthouse. Rooms include air conditioning, minibars, LCD TVs, safes, slippers and private bathrooms with showers and bidets.

A full spa complex offers massages, body treatments, facials and a solarium. Relax by the outdoor freshwater pool (seasonal) or play on the outdoor tennis court; diving club and tour desk arrange local excursions. On‑site services include concierge, laundry, car rental, free self‑parking and an elevator. Vineyards on the grounds produce Malvasia wines—expect vineyard views and sea‑breeze mornings.

A 24‑hour business center and front desk, complimentary wireless/high‑speed internet, concierge and luggage storage make this a good pick for working travelers.

A pool‑view restaurant led by a chef who leans on estate produce serves daily buffet breakfast in the mornings and dishes that showcase Aeolian, seafood‑forward flavors paired with estate Malvasia wines. There's also a bar and limited room service.