Hotel Signum

In the charming village of Malfa on the northern coast of Salina – the second largest island in Aeolian archipelago.

With whitewashed walls, natural tones and unique furnishings, the light and airy guestrooms are decorated with simple elegance to reflect traditional Aeolian style. Each luxury room is named after the island’s lush flora, and some rooms featuring fabulous sea views from private terraces.

Dine on fresh Aeolian fish and innovative regional specialities at Signum Restaurant, where a covered terrace offers breathtaking views of the neighbouring islands of Stromboli and Panarea. Spend romantic evenings sipping sweet Malvesian wine, or head to the hotel’s luxury spa, Salus per Aquam; specialising in “thermal stove” baths, the spa uses techniques rooted in ancient Aeolian culture which are thought to be among the oldest in Europe. Relax in a 19th century copper tub, or indulge in a number of rejuvenating spa treatments incorporating an exotic blend of prickly pear, bitter orange, detoxifying capers and almond milk – a sure-fire way to invigorate the soul.

Hire a vespa to cruise the island’s pretty coastal villages and verdant countryside – don’t miss the stunning bay at Pollara, where Il Postino was filmed – or take a traditional fishing boat out for diving excursions and snorkelling. The volcanic archipelago is renowned for its fresh fish and sweet Malvesian wine, and its fertile soil produces an abundance of capers – celebrated with an annual festival in June.