Check in was difficult, accommodation was dark with all security blinds drawn on arrival. No ac in rooms instead there was a few pedestal fans. Host had a load of washing in washing machine and there was construction works in the light void which sounded like it was right outside our door. We left a day early as we were less than impressed with messina and the accommodation. We applied for a refund from host but has never responded to our request. Good for a stopover on our way to Italian mainland but no more.