Vittoria - House of Charme

Truly - a "house of charme!" Equally charming was our host Giuseppe and the delightful staff. We felt it, the minute we walked in. With so much original woodwork, fixtures, tile, furnishings and accessories, you cannot help feeling that you have somehow, time travelled. Or, found yourself on a movie set where a period piece was being filmed! Our suite was street / water facing with two great terraces. It was well appointed and oozed history, with just enough modern amenities to blend two worlds perfectly. The location is excellent, as Messina is a very walkable city, and anything of note is generally no more than a thirty minute walk. (I will say - the walk to Casa Di Cura Cristo Re left me a little out of puff at the top of the stairs, from the street!) Still - a very doable walk. The shopping district is a 20 - 30 minute walk, and featured shockingly reasonable prices! Could be the time of year? I must add - some of the higher end clothiers could do with a little less attitude! It's clothing for goodness sake ... chill out! Great restaurants nearby, and Giuseppe has excellent recommendations. Overall; can't say enough good things about Vittoria House of Charme, and was pleasantly surprised by Messina itself. Really enjoyed everything about this visit.

Lovely and Romantic The hotel was absolutely lovely. We only stayed one night but I wish we had stayed more… The room was romantic and the rooftop terrace had a wonderful view of the harbor. The breakfast was a typical Italian breakfast, but everything else including the garden was lovely. I would definitely stay here again.

highly recommended great place and the owners are very accomodating - highly recommended