Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

Opened in 1951 by four Neapolitan brothers who turned their summer house into a charming hotel overlooking the bay, Le Sirenuse is now a 58-room resort and known to be one of Italy’s leading and most enduring seaside luxury hotels. Located at the centre of the town on the Amalfi Drive, the rooms and terraces are 70m above the beautiful sea and offer views of the town itself but also the breathtaking bay. The maroon painted frontage makes Le Sirenuse stand out amongst the other neutral buildings on the terraces. Inside you will find an eclectic collection of antique furniture and curated art in the rabbit warren of rooms. Walls are kept white and contrast with the terracotta-tiles on the floor, whilst large French windows opening onto massive terraces provide lots of light. If you fancy spending more time outside, the compact pool terrace has outdoor loungers with lemon trees offering welcoming shade, whilst the Michelin-starred La Sponda restaurant is entirely candle-lit and views over the twinkling resorts lights – romance at its best! 

Hassler Roma, or Rome’s Stairway to Heaven, as the legendary hotel is popularly known, is located at the top of the Spanish Steps in the heart of Rome and has been serving its clientele for the past 125 years. The hotel overlooks one of the city’s most famous squares, Piazza di Spagna, and offers guests a central, five-star hub for all their adventures in and around Rome. A total of 87 luxe rooms is available with only the best amenities, along with a sauna, fitness centre, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Hassler Roma prides itself in being unpretentious and offering a warm, personal hospitality service.

Located in the cave dwellings near the centre of Sasi di Matera, the family-run luxury hotel has been offering the best of Italian service since 2000. Its deluxe rooms and superior suites are located in an 18th Century Royal court building that was restored to give it a luxurious feel. You will still love its charming spaces and traditional feel. The restaurant offers the very best of the local cuisine with many dishes cooked in the traditional recipe. It has an outdoor parlour for lunch and dinner outside.

This is the oldest hotel in the area, having opened in 1870 under the ownership of a wealthy English marine biologist. Its vantage point — on top of a hill in the residential district of Posillipo — provides glittering vistas over the Bay of Naples, Capri and Mount Vesuvius, as enjoyed over the wrought iron balcony on the terrace. Guests staying in the Grand’s 67 bedrooms enjoy Neapolitan tailor-made service, antique furnishings and access to multiple restaurants and bars. Its George Restaurant has a Michelin star, whilst the Villa Matilde offers a Wine Archeology experience.

Each room at Villa Igiea is completely unique. Olga Polizzi – in collaboration with Paolo Moschino – designed the bedrooms and suites to create a serene feel that echoes the island’s own vibes. Classical meets contemporary, with feature lighting, tall windows and marble bathrooms. Formal dining takes place in Florio Restaurant, housed in an original Louis XVI hall, with views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, with more casual meals hosted in a winter garden room. The cuisine is local, both in terms of recipes and produce. A spa offers multi-sensory healing techniques and the hotel has its own dock, with a Villa boat offering water-based excursions.

Located in the heart of Venice, and overlooking the San Marco Basin, this world-class 5-star hotel is elegant, sophisticated and offers the best of Italian luxury. All the romantic rooms and prestigious suites are decorated in luxe Venetian style and offer opulent comfort.  The hotel is also home to the award-winning Canova Restaurant – with a cosy atmosphere and a menu that represents the elegance and finesse of the international food and wine scene. Artistic, culinary and cultural experiences can also be arranged for guests to enjoy – a fine choice for a historic and romantic escape!

Found close to Milan’s Brera district, Palazzo Parigi is a hotel within a renovated bank and combines aspects of both Italian and French design into one sophisticated offering. Rooms within the hotel include free wi-fi and flat-screen televisions, while upgraded rooms add a balcony. Some of Palazzo Parigi’s additional features include an indoor pool, a grand spa and a fitness centre. An authentic Italian restaurant and an elegant lounge and bar area complete the package.

Imagine checking into a historic residence during your next visit to Rome, complete with elegant drawing rooms, regal bedrooms, a grand library, and genuine antique furnishings. Villa Spalletti Trivelli has all the bells and whistles to make you feel as though you were a guest at a stately home in the early 20th century, whilst simultaneously providing all the necessary modern amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. This five-star hotel doubles as an urban villa retreat and features a majestic Italian garden and relaxing spa to help guests unwind after a long day of sightseeing.

Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection, is a luxurious 83-room retreat set on a scenic hillside in Florence, offering breathtaking views of the UNESCO-listed city and Tuscany’s rolling landscapes. Once a historic educational institution, the 16th-century property has been meticulously restored, blending timeless elegance with modern sophistication. Guests can enjoy curated cultural experiences, including private fashion atelier tours, chef-led cooking classes, and exclusive opera performances. The hotel features four dining venues, including La Gamella and the historic Bar Bertelli, a serene Aelia Spa in partnership with Furtuna Skin, and stunning event spaces such as a restored chapel and grand theatre. With its exquisite design, immersive experiences, and unparalleled hospitality, this first Italian property from Auberge Resorts Collection redefines luxury in Florence.

Originally built in 1822, Hotel La Palma, is one of Capri’s most exclusive and luxurious hotels. The hotel’s 50 suites and rooms have all been recently renovated by renowned interior designer Francis Sultana. They are modern yet playful and thus are inviting and fun. Hotel La Palma is home to its own private beach club on Capris white sands, its own fitness centre, spa and picturesque pool. The hotel is home to three separate restaurants which include a lively terrace restaurant and a restaurant at the hotel’s beach club which specializes in fresh seafood. Yet the hotel’s culinary piece de resistance is Gennaro’s, a relaxed yet sophisticated restaurant named after its Michelin-starred executive Chef Gennaro Esposito who specializes in classic Italian dishes.

Orient Express La Minerva showcases timeless hospitality with its first ultra-luxury hotel, set within a 17th-century palazzo in the heart of Rome. This landmark property marks a significant debut, for the iconic travel brand, that blends Roman heritage with sophisticated design. Restored by renowned architect and artist Hugo Toro, the interiors channel the elegance of the original Orient Express carriages through rich wood panelling, bespoke travel trunks, hand-painted ceilings, and a palette inspired by Rome’s skies and classical architecture.

Each of the 93 rooms and 36 suites has been individually crafted to reflect the property’s historic soul, with the Stendhal Suite paying tribute to one of the palazzo’s most distinguished former guests. The hotel’s public spaces are equally considered, with a series of lounges and corridors echoing the polished charm of the golden age of travel.

Culinary experiences include La Minerva Bar, set beneath a glass ceiling and flanked by marble columns and the original statue of the goddess Minerva; the Gigi Rigolatto rooftop restaurant, opening in May 2025, promises panoramic views across Rome alongside Riviera-inspired cuisine; and the upcoming Mimi Kakushi, an award-winning pan-Asian concept bringing the creative energy of 1920s Osaka to the Eternal City.

The hottest new hotel to hit Milan’s streets (specifically the desirable and arty Brera quarter), Casa Baglioni is the work of Italian architects Spagnulo & Partners and the latest addition to the Baglioni Collection. It takes inspiration from the Milanese design era of the 1960s and includes a curated selection of art pieces, rotating exhibitions and bespoke furnishings by big hitters in the world of interiors. The property accommodates 30 bedrooms and suites, a common living area, a wine cellar offering private tastings and a restaurant by the Michelin-starred chef Claudio Sadler.