Best hotels in Italy

Set on an idyllic corner of Northeast Sardinia, Romazzino offers exclusive access to one of the best private beaches of the island.

Gaze upon the rocky cliffs, overlooking the turquoise sea beneath them. Find shelter in the secluded cabanas with your loved ones, surrounded by white sand. Book a tranquil boat trip to the neighbouring islands. The epitome of Italian holidays awaits. The characteristic architecture of Romazzino – and more particularly the architect Michele Busiri Vici – is beautifully showcased here, surrounded by nature and framed by white organic curves.

Valle dell'Erica Thalasso & SPA is a five-star resort nestled in a Mediterranean park overlooking a spectacular sea. An unspoiled coastline, between fine sandy beaches, small hidden coves, and granite boulders smoothed by the sea and wind. Here you can experience the pure and authentic pleasures of Sardinia. And forget everything else.

The suites are contemporary, keeping with the resort's green philosophy, favoring natural materials, wooden furnishings crafted by local artisans, and a thoughtful layout. Each space is unique. And when evening falls, the seafront terrace will enchant you. Perhaps with a glass of chilled Vermentino, ideal for an aperitif.

The hotel features a restaurant, bar, cocktail bar, TV room, lounge, ample parking, garage, and a partnership with a men's and women's hairdresser. The hotel is managed directly by the owners and personalized by their staff, dedicated to offering the best of hotel tradition, satisfying the needs of their guests.

To start your day off right, a generous buffet awaits you: traditional breakfast with croissants and cappuccino, fresh fruit, yogurt, and cereals, followed by an excellent selection of regional and international dishes , including fish, meat, and vegetables, carefully selected for quality and quantity. The menu offers a choice of first and second courses, as well as a vegetable buffet.

In the heart of Porto Cervo, behind Cala di Volpe, between Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo, stands Borgo Smeraldo. Seven exclusive villas with unique furnishings and colors, each with a private pool, surround a luxurious boutique hotel with 34 rooms and junior suites. The gourmet restaurant La Pergola and the lounge bar overlook the small square, overlooking the large pool reserved for guests, with breathtaking views of Porto Cerv

Borgo Smeraldo aspires to be a leading luxury hospitality destination in Porto Cervo . Thirty-four rooms, including Suites, Junior Suites, and Superior Rooms, are clustered around the village's small square. They all offer maximum comfort and spectacular views of the sea and the coast.

Refined, elegant, and nestled within a lush green oasis, Hotel Delle Rose welcomes guests each year to a truly exceptional setting. Located just a short drive from renowned Porto Cervo, the hotel offers every conceivable comfort and boasts excellent service. The staff—always attentive and helpful—knows how to transform a simple holiday into a unique and unforgettable experience. The interiors, tastefully furnished in a contemporary style, create a property that is truly one of a kind. A cheerful, welcoming atmosphere—reflecting the most authentic spirit of Sardinia—permeates the hotel every day.

Cross the threshold into an unexpected world, where nature reigns supreme, art pervades every corner, and Sardinian traditions are the very essence. Su Gologone isn't just a hotel, it's an experience. A pleasant surprise awaits you around every corner, a warm smile at every glance. The pool is 5 meters long and 1.30 meters deep, it uses exclusively water from the Su Gologone spring, 500 meters from the hotel. Adjacent to it is a hot tub and a gym with Technogym equipment. The gym is a green setting near the pool, equipped with brand-new, cutting-edge Technogym equipment for healthy physical activity.

A one-of-a-kind place that reimagines the concept of comfort and brings it to the forefront. Palazzo Doglio is the only hotel in Sardinia that adapts to your business commitments or your vacation desires, offering a wide range of premium services in a city setting. Its strategic location ensures you can reach Cagliari's vibrant historic center and the beautiful Poetto beach in just minutes, as well as explore historic neighborhoods like Castello.

The combination of modern design and classic details that characterizes Palazzo Doglio finds its maximum expression in the rooms and suites available: contemporary design elements blend with quality materials , including white Carrara and Emperador marble, in shades of brown and pearly brown grey, for an endless dialogue with furnishings and interiors.

Baglioni Resort Sardinia, on the island's north-east coast within the Tavolara Marine Reserve. Suites are cool and garden-wrapped, with verandas that open straight onto greenery – some sleep four, so it works well for families. The real draw is Gusto by Sadler, the resort's Michelin-starred restaurant, plus dawn horse rides along La Cinta beach and boat trips out to Tavolara island itself. Lu Impostu beach – one of Sardinia's best – is a short drive away. Polished, but properly coastal.

Moorish architecture, lush Mediterranean greenery, cuisine that combines local and exotic influences. Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi is a corner of paradise located within the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area, surrounded by authentic nature with the scent of myrtle and Mediterranean maquis, with a private white sandy beach and a sea whose colour palette exists nowhere else.

Enjoy the modern family rooms, suites and villas of Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi, each equipped with a private balcony, terrace or garden. The perfect luxury hotel in Sardinia for ultimate relaxation and your family moments. An impressive variety of rooms accented by typical sardinian architectural details.

7Pines Resort Sardinia is a beachfront resort cradled in the natural contours of Baja Sardinia. Tempting paths weave through sprawling fragrant gardens to the secluded beaches. Here the inviting suites and rooms blend tradition with effortless comfort, harmonised with the iridescent sea, warm sands and tranquil atmosphere.

An enticing choice of rooms and suites sit within the extensive gardens. The varied room and suite categories are arranged in three distinct locations within the resort: the Gardens surrounded by a green curtain of trees; the Laguna, a collection of large rooms and suites, reserved for adults only, are grouped around the tranquil Laguna pool; and the Sea Views closest to the beach.

Set within a protected natural park, La Tiara di Cervo extends seamlessly into its surroundings — among ancient olive trees, junipers and sculpted granite. Here, wellbeing is rooted in the land and in a deep connection with nature.

Local stone, Sardinian granite and marble define the palette of the Grand Suites, alongside reclaimed elements reinterpreted through a contemporary language.

La Tiara di Cervo is a 25 Grand Suites hotel overlooking Porto Cervo Marina, set within ten hectares of Mediterranean landscape. Light and sea breeze move freely through the spaces, shaping the natural rhythm of everyday living. Intimate and secluded, La Tiara exists in close connection with nature — with the energy of the Costa Smeralda in the background, yet from its intensity.

Designed in 1963 by Italian architect Luigi Vietti on the rolling hills of the Costa Smeralda, Hotel Pitrizza unveils an understated retreat by the Mediterranean. Nestled in verdant gardens or overlooking the sea, the 49 rooms and suites boast traditional charming décor and a balcony, terrace or garden to indulge in the sweet Sardinian life.

16 villas unveil comfortable, convivial living spaces for couples, families and friends. Bathed in natural light, they invite to get together and unwind in complete privacy. Most of them also feature a private swimming pool with dazzling views of the Mediterranean sea.

The CPH Pevero Hotel is located in Porto Cervo among the gentle slopes of a park where the intense scents and colors of the Mediterranean scrub make the atmosphere truly special. It is located near the enchanting and famous beaches of Pevero, in the heart of the Costa Smeralda, synonymous with luxury, exclusivity and glamor. A location loved by international VIPs, capable of transmitting unique emotions. From the terraces of the hotel it is possible to admire the Gulf of Pevero in all its beauty, surrounded by a refined and magical atmosphere.

Nestled in the hills of San Pantaleo, Petra Segreta Resort & Spa offers five-star hospitality and services by Relais & Chateaux. It is located in a park of ancient rocks whose ancestral energy enhances the effectiveness of it's beauty, wellness, and inner balance treatments. Spread across small houses nestled in nature, twenty-seven rooms and suites, ten of which have private heated pools, welcome travelers from all over the world.

Situated dramatically on a cliff overlooking the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, this five-star hideaway offers a delightful escape from the buzzing energy of town life. The property sits within a verdant cocoon of mature, luxuriant gardens while still being just a 15-minute saunter from the bustling centre. Inside, the décor whisks you back to a more elegant era – think finely inlaid furniture, magnificent hand-painted floors, and antique paintings that wouldn't look out of place in a museum. The warm, friendly atmosphere and attentive service create that rare alchemy where five-star luxury feels genuinely welcoming rather than stuffy. Whether you're lounging by the pool with Vesuvius on the horizon or riding the lift down to your private patch of beach, the views here are the sort that stay with you long after your tan has faded.

The Relais Della Rovere, historical villa of Pope Giulio II in 1400, is today an exclusive 4 Star Hotel with 30 rooms in the heart of Tuscany countryside, in the medieval village of Colle Val d'Elsa. A corner of peace and wellness located in a natural park with swimming pool and restaurant. The Relais is the perfect place to relax and taste the typical Tuscan products, the location makes it an excellent starting point to reach the most famous places in the area.

The only 5-star luxury hotel in the historic centre of Assisi, a charming and spiritual city in the heart of Umbria. Historically home to the ancient monastery of Santa Caterina, the Nun Relais is the result of a brilliant renovation that has maintained a skilful balance between the original Roman remains and the lightness of a contemporary architectural vision.

Just when you think you've seen every iteration of the Tuscan spa hotel, along comes this Belle Époque beauty to prove you wrong. A stone's throw from Montecatini Terme's train station (the proper one, mind you - there are two), this Art Nouveau palazzo has been keeping the same family busy for over a century. And when we say family, we mean it - young Fabio used to play hide and seek in these very corridors whilst mamma Luciana worked, and now here he is, running the show with the same enthusiasm he had as a kid racing through the halls.

The 81-room property occupies a handsome 19th-century building that wears its Liberty-style credentials with proper pride - think high ceilings, period furniture that's actually from the period, and enough architectural flourishes to keep your eyes entertained over breakfast.

Villa d'Amelia is more than just a hotel. It's an ideal retreat for those who want to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Langhe, amidst elegance and a warm welcome. With refined rooms and suites, a gourmet restaurant, a spacious relaxation area, and many other exclusive services , the Relais promises moments of pure relaxation and well-being amidst the evocative panorama of the Piedmont hills

A boutique hotel with 8 spacious and luxurious suites: an ideal residence for wine lovers who can find here a wide and refined selection of over 1,500 references and a team capable of creating a tailor-made experience. Each Suite offers a personal wine cellar with a selection of wines to taste directly in the room with the Coravin system.

All the suites are very bright and characterised by a décor that recalls the Italian style of the Sixties. Each room features a fresco painted by Andrea Ferolla depicting iconic Roman landscapes and views. The particularly spacious bathrooms feature elegant black tiles and retro-style sinks.

For over half a century, Hotel Lungarno has been one of Florence’s most familiar addresses of hospitality. On the banks of the Arno, beside the Ponte Vecchio, it feels like an intimate house suspended over the water. With 66 rooms overlooking the city, white and blue interiors with nautical references, and a curated art collection, the experience continues with Borgo San Jacopo, the Michelin-starred restaurant above the river, and Picteau Bistrot & Bar, led by Executive Chef Claudio Mengoni.

Belvedere Bellagio presents the authentic Lake Como experience, going beyond the overly grand stereotypes. Arrive with a head full of noise, leave with eyes full of color. The mountain greens and the lake blues.

Originally built in 1846 by Gervasio Newton, this country house has now become Casa Newton. An agriturismo that was designed to feel welcoming through the seasons by combining great design and excellent service. In a commanding scenic location near Pienza, between Montalcino and Montepulciano, the signature red walls define the original character of Casa Newton, which overlooks the quintessential UNESCO scenery of the Val d’Orcia.

With a new concept of space and freedom, this hotel redefines the idea of ​​luxury, taking it to its pinnacle, building the most enchanting luxury resort in Sicily. Here, in the heart of the Mediterranean, amidst the captivating panorama of the Val di Noto, an ancient farmhouse, once owned by Prince Nicolaci, has become an idyllic retreat, a destination of choice in surprising harmony with nature.

The silence and quiet of an intimate setting characterize the suite collection, instilling feelings of well-being and peace, restoring a clear sense of self and inner balance. The lush, sunny, and authentic exterior encourages a rediscovery of the world, stimulating regenerating effects of pleasure for the mind, body, and spirit. The relaxing and prestigious atmosphere simultaneously enhances the colors of Sicilian tradition and the most modern and innovative comforts.

Furnirussi Tenuta sits at the heart of Europe's largest organic fig plantation — 4,500 trees across 20 hectares of Salento countryside, 12km inland from Otranto. The De Santis family built it from bare land in 2006, and the result is unusually distinctive for the region: clean-lined, minimal and contemporary, where most masseria peers go rustic.

Twenty-nine suites open onto private courtyards or panoramic terraces. There's a lake-shaped 1,000sqm bio-pool, a rock-cut hammam, and a kitchen working straight from the farm next door.

Step through the gates of this impressive 16th-century Renaissance castle and you'll find yourself transported to a world where history and luxury dance in perfect harmony. As the first five-star hotel in the heart of Bolzano, this meticulously restored architectural gem offers a truly authentic experience. Stone by stone, the castle has been revived to showcase its original character while providing all the indulgences modern travellers crave.

Artemisia Domus Giardino is a superb period residence in the heart of Naples. The centre of this enchanting city is home to a haven of pure tranquillity where you can relax and enjoy wellness facilities and first-class services.

Step inside where the hotel's unparalleled luxury rooms and outstanding suites with whirlpool baths await you. You’ll find all this inside an historical residence set in a lush garden where spa facilities rejuvenate and revive, restoring balance to body and mind. You’ll certainly make the most of your stay in Naples thanks to the exclusive location just a stone’s throw from the Lungomare (seafront).

Right in the beating heart of historic Italy sits this Mediterranean marvel, nestled between ancient walls and the glistening sea. The 5-star establishment exudes an air of refined elegance with its majolica-inspired design and artistic treasures scattered throughout. Step into a world where high, frescoed ceilings and traditional painted tiles transport you to a bygone era, yet all the modern luxuries you could wish for are at your fingertips. The piece de résistance? A rooftop terrace complete with a mosaicked swimming pool where aperitivos are served under swaying palm trees as the sun sets over one of the world's most iconic bays. This historic building may have one foot firmly planted in tradition, but it's also dancing gracefully to the tune of contemporary comfort.