Cool, Unusual and Unique Hotels in Aeolian Islands
We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Aeolian Islands, Italy. We have also included accommodation in boats, villas, farm stays, historic buildings, apartments, guest houses, romantic hotels, boutique hotels and holiday homes. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Lovely interior design. The Principe Di Salina is a design boutique hotel offering free WiFi and unique sea views from its panoramic terraces. Surrounded by Malvasia vineyards, it is a typical example of the Aeolian Islands' style. Principe Di Salina Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms, each with a small sea-view terrace. At the centre of Principe Di Salina Hotel there is a sun terrace with a summer outdoor pool and geothermal hot tub, which can be used free of charge. The restaurant, open for lunch, is set on one of the terraces, with views of Stromboli and Panarea islands. Italian recipes and regional recipes can be sampled in the restaurant offering genuine cuisine. The hotel is located 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Malfa. The nearest beach is 1.2 km away and free parking is available.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Great value. Popular among couples. Hotel Ravesi is surrounded by green gardens, and is just 500 metres from the beach in Salina Island. Its beautifully furnished rooms offer panoramic sea or garden views and free internet. Ravesi Hotel enjoys a charming location steps away from Malfa’s central piazza. The Ravesi is set in renovated farm buildings from the 19th century, and its air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a minibar. There is an infinity pool on site with views of Malfa Bay and the islands of Stromboli and Panarea. They all come with a private bathroom fitted with bidet, free toiletries, and hairdryer. The bar is set in a former wine cellar and serves snacks, drinks, and traditional Aeolian aperitifs, and sandwiches and salads are available at the pool-side bar. During August, the property also organizes concerts and live events.Show full description
This charming hotel, located in Malfa, offers beautiful views of the sea or garden. It has a trendy bar and a refreshing outdoor pool. What sets it apart is the tranquil gardens, its proximity to the sea, and the welcoming, family-run atmosphere that guarantees an unforgettable vacation.
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Lovely surroundings. Situated 700 metres from Valle Muria Beach, al numero zero offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano is 5.3 km from the accommodation, while San Bartolomeo Cathedral is 1.9 km from the property. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. The units provide views of the sea and come with a seating area, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service, packed lunches and a minimarket are also available. Car hire and free use of bicycles are available at the bed and breakfast and the area is popular for snorkelling and cycling. Al numero zero has a barbecue and a garden.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. TaliaKà B & B is set just 650 meters from the pedestrian island of the town of Lipari, which allows you to stay in tranquility and enjoy a picturesque view of the country and the sea. It offers free WiFi and free private parking. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and bidet. Guests at TaliaKà B & B can enjoy a buffet or an Italian breakfast. The accommodation features a terrace. Spiaggia di Canneto is 5.2 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Punta Sallustro Lipari is a restored 19th-century villa with a Mediterranean-style internal garden. It offers elegant and colourful rooms and a sweet breakfast daily. San Bartolomeo Cathedral is 400 metres from Punta Sallustro Lipari, while Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano is 400 metres from the property. The air-conditioned rooms are decorated with typical Sicilian tiled and come with an en suite bathroom featuring free toiletries and slippers. Breakfast is served in the garden of the property. You will also receive a welcome coffee and a biscuit. The nearest airport is Tito Menniti Airport, 75 km from Punta Sallustro Lipari.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Nice surroundings. Set on the southern part of Lipari, Island B&B Al Salvatore Di Lipari offers free Wi-Fi throughout, a covered terrace with deck chairs, and a free shuttle service to/from the ferry port is provided. The rooms feature a sea-view terrace, a cooling fan, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. They have country-style furnishings. Breakfast is sweet and includes pastries, and homemade yoghurt and jams. Homegrown fruit, eggs and tomatoes are also available. Free bottled water is available in the communal fridge locate din the kitchen. You can ask reception for discounted rates for car rentals, boat trips, and local restaurants in the area. The nearest beach is Baia Ferrante, 500 metres from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most creative, cosy and historic bed and breakfasts in Aeolian Islands! WOW!
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great location. Built in the beginning of the 1900’s and situated on rocks sloping into the sea, it has the charm of a colonial villa and the comforts of a modern hotel. L’Ariana is an ideal place to spend a relaxing holiday in a friendly atmosphere amongst untouched natural surroundings. Situated within walking distance from the port of Rinella, it is also a perfect starting point for daily excursions to the other Aeolian Islands. Due to its location the hotel is also an ideal base for a number of outdoor activities including fishing, diving and snorkelling.Show full description
The most LIVELY boutique hotel in Aeolian Islands.
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Alicudi Giardino dei Carrubi- al gradino 365 offers accommodation on the island of Alicudi. The port of Alicudi is a 15-minute walk away. Rooms have panoramic views of the sea, and feature a terrace with a private bathroom with shower. Alicudi Giardino dei Carrubi- al gradino 365 features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a shared lounge at the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most RELAXING bed and breakfast in Aeolian Islands.
Boutique hotel.Great views. Popular among women. Located on the top of a reef, Hotel Cincotta offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the nearby islands. It has a large sun terrace and a salt-water swimming pool with hydromassage jets. This Aeolian-style hotel features typical white exterior and interior walls. Its public spaces boast traditional Mediterranean decoration with wooden furniture. On sunny days, buffet breakfast is served on a terrace overlooking the sea. The on-site restaurant serves local and national cuisine. The rooms are simply furnished. All air-conditioned, they offer a satellite flat-screen TV, a minibar, and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Each has a private terrace with sun loungers and views of the sea, the garden or Panarea island. The Cincotta Hotel is 100 metres from the port of Panarea, which connects the island with Milazzo, Messina and Palermo. The hotel provides free luggage transport to and from the port.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Trendy. Located on the Island of Salina, La Locanda Del Postino is in Pollara, just 400 metres from the sea. This 4-star hotel offers free private parking, a traditional restaurant and rustic-style rooms. Featuring a patio or balcony, rooms come with a wrought iron bed and terracotta floors. Each is air conditioned and has a TV plus a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is prepared daily at Hotel La Locanda Del Postino, and includes homemade cakes and jams. The restaurant has a veranda and serves Mediterranean and Aeolian specialities, based on fresh fish and vegetables. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can organise tours to nearby islands. Malfa is 6 km away, while Rinella Port is 15 minutes by car and provides links to Naples and surrounding islands.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great location. Just 20 metres from the beach, Mercanti Di Mare offers a seafront location in Santa Marina Salina, on Salina Island, north of Sicily. Wi-Fi is free in its public areas. The airy rooms are simply furnished and come with white walls and wood or tiled floors. Each one features a TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Some rooms offer views of the Mediterranean Sea. Guests can enjoy a varied breakfast buffet served every morning. At the snack bar, classic cocktails and local liqueurs are available. The Mercanti is 300 metres from the harbour, where ferries leave for Sicily and Lipari Island.Show full description
Guest House.Romantic. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Stromboli, a short walk from the nearest beach, La Rosamarina offers accommodation with various facilities, such as a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. At the guest house, every room features a private bathroom equipped with a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All units include a wardrobe. Ficogrande Beach is 400 metres from the property.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most well designed guest houses in Aeolian Islands. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great interior design. Just 50 metres from Punta Barone beach, I Cinque Balconi is 200 metres from the port on the island of Salina. It features air-conditioned rooms and a large garden with lemon trees. Hotel I Cinque Balconi is centrally located in Santa Marina Salina, with beautiful views across the Mediterranean Sea and the other Aeolian Islands. The surrounding area is full of shops and restaurants and is pedestrian only during summer. Rooms here have a retro style with wood-beamed ceilings and decorative tiled floors. Some even have glass-covered archaeological ruins. They all feature a flat-screen TV, minibar and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have a balcony. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served each morning and features homemade food. All public areas are furnished with Majolica ceramic tiles.Show full description
This is one of the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotels in Aeolian Islands.
Bed and Breakfast.Hip. Great views. Located 800 m from the beach of Punta Barone, B&B Sunrise offers a bar, a shared lounge and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bidet and shower. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can also relax in the garden.Show full description
Holiday Home.Unique. Boasting a spacious equipped terrace with sea views, Casa Vacanze Marina Longo offers self-catering accommodation in Santa Marina Salina. The beachfront is a 20-minute walk from the property. Featuring air conditioning, each apartment is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchenette with oven, refrigerator and coffee machine. The private bathroom comes with a shower, bidet and hairdryer. Santa Marina Salina ferry port is a 20-minute walk from Case Vacanze Marina Longo. From the ferry port, guests can reach Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea and many other destinations.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. B&B Albatros is located in Lipari, directly on the seafront. Lipari Castle is 850 metres from the property, while the city centre is 550 metres away. Every room is fitted with a TV and a refrigerator. A terrace or patio are featured in certain rooms. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Extras include bath robes and a hairdryer. B&B Albatros features free WiFi . There is luggage storage space at the property. Breakfast is served in the garden and includes homemade cakes, biscuits and jam. A welcome drink is offered upon arrival. The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire. Lipari harbour is a 10-minute walk from the B&B, while Milazzo in Sicily Region can be reached by hydrofoil or ferry boat.Show full description
Popular among couples. Hotel Eros is surrounded by a garden with a swimming pool and solarium. All rooms include a satellite TV, a safe, a minibar, and air conditioning. Bathrooms come with free toiletries and a hairdryer. It is possible to rent bikes or boats directly at the front desk. The property also organizes tours of the Aeolian Islands. The property offers a direct access to the Acque Calde beach. The centre of Vulcano is 300 meters away.Show full description
Farm Stay.Great value. Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Country Houses Monte delle Cristule can be found in Lipari, close to Valle Muria Beach and 5.3 km from Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano. This farm stay offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. San Bartolomeo Cathedral is 5.3 km from Country Houses Monte delle Cristule. The farm stay features family rooms. The units come with a fridge, kitchenware, a coffee machine, a shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. Accommodation includes a terrace with sea views, a fully equipped kitchenette, an outdoor dining area and a private bathroom with bidet. At the farm stay, the units have bed linen and towels. You can play table tennis at the farm stay.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among women. Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea from a panoramic cliff-top in the island of Salina, the Hotel Punta Scario offers rooms with a balcony or terrace. Rooms at the Punta Scario are decorated in the colours of the sea, respecting the local tradition. They all include air conditioning, a satellite TV and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries, hairdryer and a shower. After a day spent exploring the surroundings guests can relax on the panoramic terrace.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Just a few metres away from the hub of the town of Panarea, the smallest of the Aeolian Islands, Quartara Resort Hotel offers a tranquil location. Enjoy panoramic views over the coast and harbour. The hotel is located in Piano Quartara, a plateau above the harbour where you can still see traces of a prehistoric settlement. Quartara Resort Hotel is furnished in teak wood and decorated with the best items of the Sicilian handicraft. Admire the lava-stone floors from Caltagirone and the hand decorated tiles from Santo Stefano di Camastra.Show full description
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