La Casa a Mare  

On Sicily’s northeastern coast in Messina, this beach bed & breakfast sits about 11 km from the city center. Nearby highlights include Fiera di Messina, the Messina Fountain of Neptune and the Sanctuary of Montevergine, with other local landmarks a short drive away. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, it’s a laid-back base for exploring the area.

Small and stylish with just four air-conditioned rooms, each has a flat-screen TV, down comforters, Egyptian cotton sheets and a private furnished patio. Bathrooms include bidets and complimentary toiletries. Shared kitchen and communal spaces, plus a terrace and garden, give the place a social, seaside vibe—think sea-breeze mornings and easy-going décor.

Onsite restaurant and bar/lounge, complimentary continental breakfast, picnic and barbecue areas, bicycles to rent, terrace and garden. Concierge and tour desk help book excursions; staff can arrange transfers and a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge. Free self parking and pet-friendly facilities keep travel simple.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property and a 24-hour front desk. Luggage storage, dry cleaning and laundry services available.

Start the day with a complimentary continental breakfast (served 8:30–10:30). There’s an onsite restaurant and bar/lounge, plus a shared/communal kitchen if you prefer to cook.