Best Urban Hotels in Italy

Just moments away from the Piazetta, La Scalinatella, is the definition of serenity. La Scalinatella overlooks the sea and cliffs of Capri making it one of Capri’s most beautiful hotels. La Scalinatella’s rooms and suites are bathed in natural light which reflects off the room’s exquisite floor tiles, this makes the rooms feel exceedingly welcoming and comfortable. The hotel is also home to private Villas which offer guests the chance to experience the height of luxury. La Scalinatella is home to all the amenities one might want like a pool on the upper terrace, a second pool overlooking the sea, a fitness centre and a beautifully kept garden. The hotel’s restaurant, Casa Morgano, is a perfect choice for guests wishing to enjoy the incredible culinary traditions of Southern Italy all whilst sitting in one of Capri’s most sophisticated restaurants.

Located on Piazza dell’Unità Italiana, steps from the Duomo, W Florence transforms the former Grand Hotel Majestic into a vibrant, design-led retreat. The hotel offers 119 rooms and suites, including a Penthouse with a 140-square-metre terrace and panoramic city views. Interiors by AvroKO blend 1960s Italian glamour with bold modern details, complemented by artwork from Adam Ellis Studio. Guests can enjoy dining at Tratto, rooftop cocktails at Zefiro (opens late summer 2025), Japanese-Korean cuisine by Michelin-starred chef Akira Back, and social evenings at W Lounge. Additional highlights include a central courtyard, 24-hour FIT gym, rooftop garden, and flexible event spaces.

Experience La Dolce Vita in the Eternal City. The new Ambasciatori Palace is InterContinental’s latest lifestyle resort, a grand, early 20th-century building once used to house visiting ambassadors. Found on Via Veneto, it exudes elevated Italian elegance, along with international influences, such as its Scarpetta NYC restaurant. Charlies’ rooftop is the place to hang out long into the night, with live music, DJ sets and mixology along with epic views, plus there’s the Anite Lounge & Bar in the lobby. With accessible rooms, a nanny service, notary services and fitness trainers onsite, this hotel tends to your every need.

The fifth of Radisson’s luxury resorts to arrive in Italy, this brand-new hotel is housed in a mid-century landmark building. Inside, the redesign encapsulates elements of this 1960s heritage, through arty black-and-white photography and the kinds of shapes and textures that are experiencing a current resurgence. Three restaurants have been included in the architecture; the Sofia Kitchen & Bar on the ground floor, ISSEI serving Peruvian cuisine on the rooftop and a fourth-floor bar by the outdoor pool. The Radisson Collection Hotel, Santa Sofia Milan is also pet-friendly.

Walking through the grounds and up the steps to the main doors of the Ashbee Hotel feels like wandering through the pages of a classic English novel and the illusion is perfectly maintained throughout the establishment. In terms of style, the rooms are decorated in soft grey and silver tones that are perfectly accented by royal purple furnishings for a real taste of decadent class, while the grounds are set with stone statues and gently bubbling fountains. Guests will want to make sure that they book early in order to secure one of the 25 rooms and suites and the hotel is so majestic that simply sitting down to dinner feels like a grand affair.

Housed in a 17th-century residence and named after Count Goffredo Manfredi – one of Rome’s most influential public figures – Palazzo Manfredi is the ultimate luxury getaway in the heart of the city. This five-star boutique hotel is so close to the world’s most famous amphitheatre that you can practically hear the gladiators of old from within your suite. Not only does the hotel offer spectacular views over Rome’s ancient sites, it is only a two-minute walk from Colosseo Metro Station, making travelling to and from the hotel a breeze. Inside, first-class hospitality, elegance and impeccable service combine and are evident throughout its palatial suites and rooms, bar and restaurant including the Michelin Starred Aroma led by Chef Giuseppe Di Iorio. Check in to the Palazzo Manfredi for a truly unforgettable experience. Palazzo Manifred is part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group.

Close to the Stock Exchange, Toledo Station and the port, the Grand Hotel Oriente offers classic Italian luxury. Its colour palette centres mostly around black and white, creating an airy feel, with pops of muted greys and greens here and there. Book a table in the second-floor restaurant; sit outside beside the glass balcony, or close to the windows to watch the cruise ships arrive and depart in the harbour. And attend a themed evening in the rouge-coloured rooftop Terrace Bar, with tunes around the grand piano and hanging egg chairs on the balcony.

Château Monfort is a five-star sanctuary, part of the exclusive Relais & Châteaux family, in the very heart of Milan and its location allows for easy exploration of this iconic city. A stone’s throw from the iconic Duomo and Teatro alla Scala, this hotel is the perfect blend of classical and contemporary style. There are 77 lavish guestrooms and suites available and suitable for guests of all ages. Each room is beautifully and uniquely decorated and is a welcoming haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Dining is an experience at this hotel thanks to the stunning décor of Restaurant Rubacuori while guests can partake in wine tasting at the traditional Cella di Baccio wine cellar or indulge in a cocktail or two at Bar Mezzanotte. Guests can feel at home thanks to the range of amenities including a fully equipped fitness centre or experience bliss at Spa “Amore & Psiche” thanks to the range of treatments to soothe your body and mind.

This majestic Westin Excelsior hotel is established in a 14th-century palace and is one of the time-honoured five-star hotels in Florence. It doesn’t cease to amaze with its opulent interior, outstanding service, and a host of luxury amenities. The property still dons the original rustic furnishings including terracotta floors, coffered ceilings, and massive stained glass windows. However, there have been refurbishments to add a touch of modernity without compromising its contemporary character. Located in the northern bank of Arno, Westin Excelsior hotel is adjacent to a series of high-end fashion boutiques along Via Tornabuoni Street. You can also access the infamous Domenico Ghirlandaio’s workshop displaying his masterpiece fresco, ‘The Last Supper’. Guests occupying the three top floor suites get to enjoy a hot tub, massive terraces, and a magnificent view of the city. The has 171 rooms, each supplied with the hotel’s signature ’Heavenly Bed’, whose comfort is hard to beat. The rooftop Sesto bar & restaurant is a game changer. Besides its great food, it also offers a 360-degree view of the city, which couldn’t be more magical, especially at sunset.

Conveniently located close to a large number of iconic attractions, Il Relais boasts plenty of style and sophistication. Guests are able to admire the impressive collection of antique furniture and other items that are well-appointed throughout the hotel and they are invited to touch as well as look. There are just four rooms for guests to choose from which provides a very intimate and luxurious feel and each room is very large and boasts a bathroom created from the dark pink marble that this part of the world is famous for. Guests will want to make sure that they take the opportunity to dine in the hotel’s celebrated restaurant, which attracts lovers of classic Veronese cuisine from all over the city and beyond.

Dating back to 1870, this palatial establishment has been completely remodelled to ensure plush, contemporary luxury within. Bedrooms come with Simmons pillow-top mattresses, anti-allergy pillows, 100% cotton and linen towels, free drinks in the minibar, bathrobes and slippers as standard, while high-end suites have French beds, large baths and terraces. Les Petite Madeleines is the Turin Palace’s glamorous restaurant and there’s an intimate spa area with hydrotherapy, a sensory shower, Kneipp Course, Turkish baths, a whirlpool and treatment rooms. Due to its centrality, this is a great choice if you want to experience the city on foot, without the need for public transport.

Located in a 17th century Italian Palace, Palazzo Viceconte Matera offers a kingly service while giving your awesome panoramic views of the historic Sassi and much of Matera. The magnificent hotel has spacious rooms and an excellent mix of cuisines that are fit for the kings. Couples get a weekend massage offer and a bottle of wine in the ‘Matera in Love’ offer. The palace is a great place to hold your weddings, special events, business meetings and conferences.