Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

This 5-star resort has taken pride of place on Marinella Beach in Porto Rotondo, since its inception in 1963. 59 bedrooms and suites are decorated with Sardinian and Mediterranean furnishings, marble from Orosei, Samugheo rugs and picture windows showcasing the stunning outlook. There are three dining options, two of which are in-house; Mediterraneo (serving family-friendly breakfasts and evening meals), Tzia Maria (for lunch and dinner) and the Marinella Beach Restaurant (for which guests receive a credit). The Lobby Bar accompanies drinks with live piano music, the Pool Bar for beverages, snacks and ice cream and the elegant Marinella Lounge Bar. Hotel Abi D’Oru also has an excellent spa and the Bee Happy Kids’ Club.

Palazzo Del Duca is housed in a restored palace in Sassi. It boasts of royalty like service that includes spacious, luxurious accommodation with attention to personal relaxation and general wellness. Room hallways and the restaurant are meticulously designed to give them a modern feel while preserving the rocky appearance. Enjoy delicious cuisines, in-room massage, cooking lessons and minibar, among others. This is a place to be for a relaxed Italian vacation or when you need to reset and restart your goals over again.

art’otel Rome Piazza Sallustio brings a bold, culturally immersive experience to the heart of Rome. Set just steps from the Horti Sallustiani, this contemporary lifestyle hotel comprising 99 stylish rooms, offers guests more than just a stay—it’s a living gallery, with each space enriched by the imaginative works of Signature Artist Pietro Ruffo. His celestial-inspired pieces and Roman iconography feature throughout, creating a striking artistic narrative from lobby to suite.

At the centre of the hotel’s cultural focus is its Art Gallery, which opens with Ruffo’s exhibition Mappare l’Invisibile and forms part of the wider art’beat initiative. This evolving programme brings together visual art, music, fashion, and wellness, offering guests and locals a curated calendar of creative experiences. Culinary artistry also takes centre stage at YEZI, a pan-Asian restaurant led by Executive Chef Werner Seebach and Head Chef Giordano Gianforchetti. With a menu inspired by Asia’s spice routes and a terrace designed by Ruffo himself, YEZI delivers one of the capital’s most imaginative dining experiences.

Guests who choose to stay in one of the nineteen suites set in the large gardens of this luxurious hotel will be treated to plenty of privacy as well as the best that travel has to offer. Each suite is decorated in a unique style and comes complete with a stunning coastal view as well as a huge fireplace, a marble floor and magnificent frescoed ceiling. Lovers of fine dining will want to make sure that they sample a meal or two in the onsite restaurant where a Michelin star chef creates masterpieces in the kitchen, while the swimming pool is set in the large central courtyard and offers pure relaxation.

A shrine to Italian modernist icon Gio Ponti, the Parco dei Principi opened in 1962 and retains many of the hotel’s original features. It may be outside the centre of the town, but this allows for true peace and quiet alongside incredible views and space for some fabulous facilities. The hotel boasts a private beach accessed by a tunnel through the cliff rock, an amazing salt water pool, the Gio Ponti restaurant with floor the ceiling windows of the sparkling gulf, a three-hectare botanical (and very romantic) garden featuring many rare plants, plus a lounge bar and high spec gym. Like many properties in the area, the land on which the hotel sits has some cultural and historical importance too as it belonged to the King of Naples, Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, who acquired the land in the 18th century to build a stunning villa for his cousin. The current building designed by Gio Ponti is a stunning example of the architect’s modernist work, a structure rooted in the earth, inspired by the ancient villa and the Sorrento coast. Inside, this inspiration continues through a 1960s-aesthetic mixed with blue and white tones influenced by the local natural beauty. Some may find the extensive cubism and cool colour scheme too minimal, but we think it makes for a very tranquil atmosphere throughout.

Perched on a quiet hilltop surrounded by lemon and pine trees, the elevated views enjoyed by this property are quite something. The pool, terrace and La Veranda dei Sapori restaurant take full advantage of this vista, allowing guests to watch the glamorous marine activity below. A second restaurant, Franco’s, also overlooks the bay and serves cuisine crafted from ingredients grown in the onsite kitchen gardens, while a piano bar on the roof terrace provides a magical backdrop for sampling cocktails under the stars. All rooms have their own balcony, overlooking either the lush gardens or the sea.

The Palace Suite, Trieste is a luxurious hotel situated between two of Trieste’s main pedestrian streets lined with high-end shops and authentic cafés and restaurants, via Dante and via San Nicolò. The hotel is housed in a carefully restored historical building and is now comprised of 16 sophisticated suites, including the spacious, two-level Family Suite with two balconies overlooking the city, a spa bath and a hydromassage shower. Guests are welcome to indulge in fine dining at the delightful Cafè Continentale with its seasonal offerings and outdoor terrace permitting an alfresco dining experience. The Palace Suite is home to two stunning event spaces with state-of-the-art business amenities and unbeatable catering options. The sea is just a short walk from the hotel so you can enjoy a serene seaside escape full of Italian charm.

Named Best Luxury Destination Hotel by the World Luxury Awards in 2022, this Grande Dame is set in a turn-of-the-20th-century building with views of the Gulf of Tigullio. 80 bedrooms and suites have features such as picture windows, wrought-iron balconies and jacuzzi baths. The Erre Spa offers multisensory wellness paths, with treatments using Esthederm and 5 monde products. And guests can experience Ligurian cuisine in the romantic Le Cupole Restaurant on the rooftop and at La Veranda Bistrot, while drinks are served at the Vie della Seta Bar and at the poolside bar.

Hotel Principe di Savoia Milan is included in the exceptional Dorchester Collection and is home to a modern oasis in the stylish city of Milan. This luxurious hotel offers a huge selection of lavish guestrooms and suites including the Signature suites collection in which the famed Presidential Suite can be found – complete with a private swimming pool it exudes pure opulence. Exquisite dining options can be savoured at the charming Acanto Restaurant and Il Salotto Lobby Lounge while the chic Principe Bar serves craft cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. The hotel is home to Club 10 Fitness & Beauty Centre and boasts stunning city views from its outdoor terrace and swimming pool while offering a fully equipped gymnasium and blissful spa treatments. Principe di Savoia welcomes those wishing to host events in style – be it an unforgettable wedding or an intimate social gathering.

Enjoying the dually beautiful location of the small town of Bellagio and Lake Como’s Bay of Pescallo with the Alps in the background, Hotel Belvedere is a charming hotel that has been in the same family for five generations, since 1880. Just a short walk away from the picturesque town centre, this hillside gem is a true retreat complete with swimming pool, jacuzzi, and spa. Luxury rooms and suites, a library, a bar, a restaurant that serves the best of local produce, and immaculate gardens make the Hotel Belvedere an ideal place to enjoy Lake Como.

Those preferring a greener setting can book a stay at the Relais San Vigilio. Found in a provincial park, it houses nine bedrooms with minibars and soundproofing for an extra peaceful night’s sleep. A large outdoor terrace looks down across the city and the hotel’s manicured gardens, a delightful spot to enjoy a sundowner after a day’s sightseeing – there’s also a funky modern bar. Rooms are soothing and simple, making use of the building’s existing materials, revealing original stonework, brick, wood and curved ceilings. There’s a restaurant and snack bar, as well as a cosy fireside seating area in reception.

Located in the very heart of Lecce, The Fiermontina Urban Resort in Lecce provides guests with a large outdoor swimming pool that is set in a pretty garden. An Italian-style breakfast is served each morning, while food lovers can enjoy a range of dishes that are created by the onsite restaurant and served on the large outdoor terrace. The Duplex Suite provides an impressive 35 square metres of space and features a large patio area to unwind on as well as a modern bathtub and a wide range of other modern conveniences.