Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

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.

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.

Hotel Ponte Sisto a short walk from the bakeries around the famed Campo de Fiori market and some of the still family-run artisan food shops and neighbourhood markets of the Trastevere and Testaccio districts. In what was a former monastery, some of the rooms here feature balconies and even whirlpool tubs and the lovely garden courtyard or rooftop terrace is the perfect place to relax.

Nestled near cultural landmarks such as the Guggenheim Collection and Accademia Gallery, Il Palazzo Experimental serves as a hub for both tourists and locals. Its 32 well-appointed rooms and suites are bathed in natural light and offer views of a serene canal and garden. The collaboration between the Experimental Group and the founders of the Italian Supper Club has led to the establishment of Adriatica Restaurant, promising an authentic Italian culinary journey with locally sourced ingredients. The bar, designed by Cristina Celestino, pays homage to Venice through a symphony of marble and antique mirrors, drawing inspiration from Carlo Scarpa.

In a peaceful part of busy Capri town but only a short walk from the buzz of the Piazzetta, this nineteenth-century palazzo has been transformed into a de luxe boutique hotel with individually-designed rooms with all facilities, and pop art decorating the interior. A superior restaurant offers regional cuisine, Kosher and Halal options, and of course, a panorama to wow diners. Also available are upgrades, suites, spa and treatments, indoor pool and sauna, whirlpool tub, bar and rooftop terrace.

For an independent hotel stay when in Rome the Palazzo Ripetta couldn’t be a finer choice. This 78-bedroom property is part of the Relais and Chateaux portfolio and presents an inimitable style of Italian hospitality combined with historic and artistic elegance. The interiors were designed by Fausta Gaetani, using a mix of muted tones and jewel-coloured accents and pieces that evoke period sensibilities, but through a modern bold lens. Salone Bernini (which includes a cloister space), the Piazzetta, the Etere Rooftop and the garden provide places for guests to wine and dine in style, with food by the hotel’s Executive Chef Marco Ciccotelli. Palazzo Ripetta is just a few moments’ stroll from both the iconic Piazza del Popolo and river Tiber.

Hotel Le Agavi, Positano invites guests to unwind where the sky meets the sea, perched above the sparkling Mediterranean Sea along the iconic Amalfi Coast. This 5-star hotel offers stylish, contemporary rooms and suites with terraces to enjoy unrivalled vistas. La Serra gourmet restaurant serves indulgent Mediterranean cuisine and Remmese offers guests the opportunity to dine alfresco with an inviting, sea breeze at the beach club. Relaxation is taken seriously here, there is a heated, 70’s-inspired outdoor pool and access to Alma Spa & Beauty which offers a host of outdoor massage treatments, a sauna and a Turkish bath. The sheltered, outdoor gym at La Agavi overlooks the Gulf of Positano ensuring a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Found only 100 meters from the Duomo, The Gray Sina is a five-star design hotel with an impressive Art Nouveau façade. Inside are 21 rooms and suites, decorated in a sophisticated contemporary style that utilises steel, glass, silk and natural woods, offset by daring touches, such as animal print textiles. Some are especially unique with features including suspended beds, private gyms and Turkish baths. It has three places to eat and drink; Le Noir restaurant for modern and delicate dishes in a cleverly lit dining room akin to a black container; the on-trend GBAR, and Aria, The Gray Sina’s alfresco lounge.

Set on a clifftop on the edge of Taormina, the Excelsior Palace Hotel provides guests with a first-rate experience combined with plenty of luxurious and stylish touches. Couples are sure to love dining on the terrace after dark as the waves crashing on the beach provide a natural backdrop combined with the glittering lights of the town that stretches along the curving bay. Each of the hotel’s 85 rooms are extremely elegant and provides guests with exclusive touches such as large beds and bathrooms, while those who want to enjoy the best should opt for a suite with views of Mount Etna.

The 25 hours Hotel Piazza San Paolino is one the quirkiest luxury hotel’s to be found anywhere in the world. Its interior is designed along the lines of ‘Paradiso and Inferno’ meaning that whilst the hotel is incredibly inviting and cosy it is also ‘hellishly amusing.’ The hotel’s décor is amusing and fun, each space is different yet distinctly welcoming. The hotel has a large variety of rooms, and all take inspiration from Dantes Paradiso or Dantes Inferno. The rooms are unique and chic, they are equipped with luxurious beds, Bluetooth speakers and smart TVs. The hotel is home to its own fitness centre (which has a yoga area), spa and sauna, cinema and even has bikes which guests can use to explore Florence. The hotel also has many dining options like the San Paolino restaurant which serves fresh Italian dishes in its incredible glass ceilinged dining room and cosy Companion Dolcemaro Bar which is speakeasy-esque in nature.

Built in 1874 and fully renovated in 2022, the Sina Bernini Bristol stands proudly overlooking the Piazza Barberini and its ornate Triton Fountain. This period grandeur continues inside, with Murano chandeliers, frescoes, silk textiles, travertine marble, damask and brocade. 166 bedrooms have a generous spread of bright colours — notably those in the contemporary Signature category. Relax at the WellBe spa and thermal suite, or over a slow meal at The Flair, the rooftop restaurant with dishes by Chef Alessandro Caputo. A second dining room is found on the first floor, enjoying views over the piazza.

This family-friendly establishment has grown up around a traditional 16th century Masseria and provides a wide range of activities for guests to take part in during their stay. In addition to activities that are organised in the two private beach clubs, regularly cooking classes are held here. The pretty garden is set with pomegranate trees as well as bougainvillaea and hibiscus. There are 36 spacious guestrooms and suites to choose from and luxury lovers can book a large private villa, while those who book the Suite Aranceto, will be treated to a sunken swimming pool that is shaded by orange trees.