Bastione accommodation from AU$176

Furnari is where it's at if you're in the hunt for an area with loads of accommodations. Be sure to check out the VOI Baia di Tindari Resort and Valtur Portorosa, just a small sample of the awesome hotel choices here. Yet another popular hotel district is Patti, approximately 20 kilometres from downtown Bastione. If you are interested in basing yourself here, do yourself a favour and check out the Villaggio Simenzaru and Villa Rica.

DELPHIS Aeolian Dolphin Research Center is definitely worth checking out as it displays a vast array of vivid marine animals. If you're eager to set up shop near this hotspot Hotel La Bussola and Driade B&B should be your first stop.

If you find yourself needing more options in Bastione, consider therasia Resort Sea & Spa and the Hotel Aura. They are 35 kilometres and 35 kilometres away from the city's main streets. If those two aren't for you, try the Mari del Sud Resort & Village or the Eolian Milazzo Hotel.

If you want to go to some close by localities, think about Milici and Campogrande. Head 12 kilometres to the south of Bastione and you'll discover Milici. Alternatively, Campogrande is 16 kilometres to the southwest. Milici hotels and apartments are the Agriturismo Antica Sena and Villa Laura Resort. Campogrande options include the Hotel La Rosa dei Venti and Hotel delle Palme.

Before you say "adios" to Messina, ensure you experience some local sport. Find Stadio San Filippo to the east of Bastione. To hit the hay close by, secure a room at the Hotel Royal Palace or the Europa Palace Hotel.

Situated 40 kilometres away from Bastione is Strait of Messina Airport. Stay nearby at the Town House Cavour or the èHotel.