Curated luxury hotels in Mediterranean Sea

The stylish Tesoro Blu Hotel and Spa is a new adults-only beach resort, just outside Skala on the Greek island of Kefalonia. Spectacularly located above a pine-fringed pebble beach, it features a terraced infinity pool looking out over the azure sparkle of the Mediterranean.

All rooms have air conditioning, 28-inch flat-screen TVs, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Each has a private bathroom with bathrobes and amenities.

There is a choice of dining, either in the main restaurant or a modern Mediterranean a la carte, plus 2 bars featuring live music by local musicians.

Tesoro Blu Hotel and Spa includes a tennis court, a gym and a wellness centre. Hair saloon services are available upon request. Free pool towels are provided for all guests.

The pretty village of Skala, offering restaurants, craft shops and pavement cafes is at a 15-minute walk from the property. Poros Port is 12 km away.

When you stay at Marcaneto Hotel in San Giovanni a Piro, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Scario Harbour and Spiaggia della Tragara. This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Spiaggia di Garagliano and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Porticello.

Located in Andravida-Kyllini, ROBINSON KYLLINI BEACH is by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Ionian Sea and 8 minutes from Melissa. This all-inclusive hotel is 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from Zakynthos Ferry Terminal and 28.9 mi (46.5 km) from Laganas Beach.

Located in Rethymno, Azul Eco Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Rethimno Kart and Rethymnon Town Hall. This eco-friendly hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Town Beach and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Arkadi Monastery.

Set in Vourkarion, 2.7 km from Gialiskari Beach, Aigis Suites Kea offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms in Aigis Suites Kea are fitted with free toiletries and a CD player.

The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast.

Bike hire and car hire are available at Aigis Suites Kea and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Eleftherios Venizelos Airport is 72 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Just a few steps from Canneto Beach on Lipari island, La Zagara offers a sun terrace overlooking the islands of Panarea and Stromboli. It has a free Wi-Fi zone and garden with citrus groves.

La Zagara Hotel is within easy reach of the island's shops and restaurants. Public transport is close by and staff can organise connections to Sicily's main airports, as well as car and scooter rental.

The hotel's interiors are decorated in warm colours and have minimalist décor. The rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV and safe. Most have partial sea views.

Local produce, croissants and cakes are served as part of the buffet breakfast, which can be enjoyed on the terrace.

When you stay at Hotel Baglio di Scopello in Castellammare del Golfo, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Tonnara of Scopello and Zingaro Nature Reserve. This hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Guidaloca Beach and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Castellammare del Golfo Beach.

Set just 20 metres from the coast and a pebble-stone beach, Hotel Santa Marina features a furnished terrace and spacious air-conditioned rooms. Wi-Fi is free in all public areas.

The rooms are elegant and fitted with antique wooden beds, or wrought-iron beds. All are provided with a satellite LCD TV and a fully equipped en suite bathroom. The suites are spacious and feature a living area, while all superior rooms offer a private terrace with panoramic views of the sea.

At the Santa Marina Hotel you can also enjoy live music, directly in the comfort of the shared terrace.

A rich buffet-style breakfast is served daily in the shared terrace, equipped with plenty of tables and chairs. It offers sweet products, including croissants and cakes, together with fresh fruit and hot drinks.

The harbour, with its links to Naples, is less than 200 metres from the property. Lingua, with its beautiful and varied beaches, is a 5-minute drive away.

With a stay at Hotel Benois in Syros, you'll be by the sea, just a 2-minute walk from Galissas Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Armeós Beach. This beach hotel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Saint Stefanos Church and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Finikas Beach.

With a stay at NH Palermo, you'll be centrally located in Palermo, steps from Via Lincoln and Villa Giulia. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Porta dei Greci and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Piazza della Kalsa.

When you stay at Hara Ilios Village in Hersonissos, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park. This family-friendly hotel is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Heraklion Port and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Stalis Beach.

When you stay at Yianna Caravel Suites "by Checkin" adults only in Malevizi, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This beach hotel is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Palace of Knossos and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Ammoudara Beach.

With a stay at Hotel Napoleon in Melissa, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Torre Melissa and 5 minutes by foot from Ionian Sea. This hotel is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Archaeological Museum of Ciro Marina and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Saracen Markets.

Located in Sarandë, 600 metres from Maestral Beach, Art Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.

The hotel offers a buffet or continental breakfast.

Around the clock guidance is available at the reception, where staff speak German, Greek, English and Italian.

Popular points of interest near Art Hotel include Santa Quaranta Beach, VIP Beach and Saranda City Beach.

Hotel Picasso offers accommodation in Vlorë. The hotel has an outdoor pool and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.

Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with free toiletries provided.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.

This hotel has a private beach area. A range of activities are offered in the area, such as snorkelling, windsurfing and diving. Kuzum Baba is 8 km from Hotel Picasso, while Independence Square is 9 km from the property.

Located in Menfi, MASSERIA DEL CARBOJ is within a 10-minute drive of Ravida Azienda Agricola Srl and Tenuta dei Mille. This hotel is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Menfi Civic Museum and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Terme Acqua Pia.

A stay at Athesense Suites places you in the heart of Athens, within a 10-minute walk of Acropolis Museum and Temple of Olympian Zeus. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Panathenaic Stadium and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Syntagma Square.

Located in Favignana, Hotel Tempo di Mare is near the beach – a 5-minute walk from Favignana Plaza and 5 minutes by foot from Madrice Cathedral. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Palazzo Florio and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Ex Stabilimento Florio.

Built with respect to Pelion architecture and in harmony with its natural surroundings, Theta is located in the traditional Agios Dimitrios village. Featuring an outdoor pool, it has a lounge bar and offers elegant accommodation with mountain or sea views.

Rooms and suites at Theta Hotel Pelion feature stylish, yet warm interiors, including wooden floors and luxurious bathrooms. They all come with a TV, minibar and safety box, while most also have a fireplace, as well as hydromassage facilities.

You can start your day with a buffet breakfast and later sit by the large fireplace and enjoy a hot beverage or a drink, or taste local delicacies and homemade desserts.

The scenic beaches of Agios Ioannis and Plaka are 4 km away, while Agriolefkes Ski Centre is at 24 km. The town of Volos is at 50 km. Free Wi-Fi throughout and free private parking are provided.

With a stay at Sivota Deamaris Luxury Boutique Hotel in Igoumenitsa, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Bela Vraka Beach and Syvota Harbour. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gallikos Molos Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Megali Ammos Beach.