Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

Located in a quiet quarter of Capri town but near its lively centre, the hotel faces the island’s southern coast, giving guests stunning views from their balconies and terraces. Bedrooms are tastefully furnished with all modern conveniences, including whirlpool baths. A snack bar is ideally placed by the swimming pool, which is hewn out of the rock and shaded by olive trees, while the restaurant invites you to sample local cooking. It’s a good base for sightseeing, but the adventurous should try the Via Krupp pathway, where bends hacked from rock lead to the Bay of Marina Piccola.

A stroll away from the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and the Roman Pantheon, this five-star residence occupies a 16th-century mansion house just off the Via Condotti. The interiors showcase classic Italian style, with ornate gilt mirrors, oversized oil paintings, polished wood antiques, panelled rooms and tactile velvet textiles. Its Roman rooms and suites, now refurbished, previously hosted the likes of Mark Twain, Elizabeth Taylor, Gregory Peck and Henry James. Cafe Romano, the in-house restaurant spills onto the streetside during the warmer months and the hotel bar is one of the oldest in the city, having served customers since 1845. For guests wishing to explore the heritage trades and traditions of Rome guests can book an Exclusive Craft Experience through the concierge team.

Those avoiding chain hotel brands will love this unique boutique gem and its personalised white-glove service. It’s found in a romantic Roman palazzo and was once home to the opera composer Gaetano Donizetti. Evoking a sense of drama and theatre, it has been lovingly restored to fuse its grander period aspects with a colourful contemporary style. Each room and suite is a work of art, containing curated furnishings and details. Maalot Rona’s Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar (named after Donizetti’s famed 19th-century opera) is set in agarden, with food by Executive Chef Domenico Boschi. Although close to A-list sights like the Trevi Fountain and the Via Condotti shopping district this beautiful boutique hotel is a haven in the bustling city.

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi, one of the best luxury hotels in Rome and the biggest is located on the grand Piazza della Repubblica, directly opposite the renowned Diocletian Thermal Baths and the 19th-century marble palace hotel offers an ideal base for a city break in Rome. Nearby attractions include Piazza di Spagna, the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and the main Opera House. This regal hotel features 232 rooms styled in Neoclassical elegance, an Anantara Spa, and a rooftop plunge pool. Dining options include fine dining restaurant INEO and the “Seen By Olvier” Restaurant & Lounge Bar, perfect for enjoying a cocktail while taking in stunning city views.

The Radisson Collection has expanded its presence in Italy with the opening of the Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica. This luxurious establishment is located in Rome’s historic centre, close to landmarks like the Altare della Patria and the Pantheon, offering guests a blend of historical charm and modern elegance. Built around the restored Palazzo Lares Permarini, the hotel boasts 89 rooms designed with Carrara marble bathrooms, Fornasetti wallpaper, and refined furnishings. It features panoramic terraces, a Turkish bath, fitness centre, and is pet-friendly. The hotel’s development uncovered archaeological remnants of the Porticus Minucia, which are now accessible to guests, blending Rome’s rich past with a present-day luxury hotel experience. The on-site restaurant, Modius, and the rooftop bar, Modius on the Roof – Terrazza, offer guests a taste of Roman cuisine that uses high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, all enjoyed whilst taking breathtaking city views.

Hotel Indigo Milan – Corso Monforte is yet another sensational luxurious getaway to be included in IHG Hotel’s expertly curated portfolio. This boutique hotel is a short walk from the iconic Duomo of Milan and right in the heart of the historical centre. It has been beautifully designed with contemporary furnishings in each of its 51 guestrooms which are perfectly in keeping with Milan’s historical and fashionable reputation. There is a modern fitness centre complete with excellent equipment and open 24 hours a day. The on-site Restaurant Mezzo offers tasty and traditional Italian cuisine for lunches and dinners while Mezzo serves early morning breakfasts and late-night cocktails. This elegant hotel makes for the perfect venue when it comes to hosting any event and its function spaces are fully equipped with state-of-the-art for hosting sophisticated and professional meetings.

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.

Spanning 1700 acres of the Serchio Valley and set into the hillside, the Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco Resort overlooks the town itself. An outdoor pool terrace with loungers provides spectacular views, while inside, there’s a further pool as part of the wellness area. The building is a pretty, pink, traditional style villa with shuttered windows. Interiors and 180 bedrooms are decorated in a warming contemporary Italian design, using plush fabrics and earthy colours. Meals can be taken al fresco on the sun-soaked terrace of La Veranda, with regular theme nights offered and drinks can be enjoyed in the Nour Lounge.

A former noble’s residence, this five-century old villa is now a romantic hotel close to the village of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. The country estate encompasses forestry, gardens and a waterfall. Rooms evoke the building’s heritage, with oil paintings, ornate wooden four-poster beds, antique furnishings, heavy drapes, chandeliers and a Regency colour scheme. And in addition to the main villa, there’s a farmhouse containing three apartments — for those wanting a little more private space. Its location provides plenty of opportunities to explore the native parkland and take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Warm Italian hospitality and delicious home baking await the guests at Villa Bertagni.

Palazzo Margherita invites guests from all over the world to feel at home in one of seven homely apartments, nestled in the quaint hillside of Positano. Each apartment is uniquely furnished with bright colours, reminiscent of the typical Mediterranean style, and contains every home comfort to enhance your stay. A 7-day minimum stay is plenty of time to get comfortable and acquainted with the unforgettable vistas of the world-famous, azure Amalfi Coast from the hotel’s stunning terraces. This 19th-century building combines classic design with modern-day commodities to continue to tell the tale of the Palazzo Margherita’s history. The apartments are situated in an ideal location to explore Positano and other nearby tourist hotspots like Sorrento, Pompeii and Amalfi. There are plenty of public transport and private hire options available for an adventure around the Amalfi Coast and the Gulf of Naples which are brimming with Michelin-starred eateries and points of interest to enchant guests.

Another iconic family-run hotel in picturesque Positano is Hotel Marincanto. Having supposedly inspired painters and been used as a movie set Hotel Marincanto has been open since 1967 and offers elegance, privacy and five-star service for guests year round. For those who visit to relax, the infinity pool which blends with the horizon, the exclusive private beach and the ocean-view fitness area will be ideal whilst the Terrazza Cele restaurant offers sophisticated local cuisine on an intimate terrace overlooking the sea. The hotel décor is predominantly cool, muted tones of white or cream, wooden floors, classic furniture, with splashes of colour thanks to vibrant textiles. The owners are hands on with service and the intimate size of the hotel (only 32 rooms) means you can always expect to be treated like a star (even if you aren’t one!). 

Once the private estate of film director Franco Zeffirelli and having played host to well-heeled visitors such as Elizabeth Taylor, Villa TreVille is no stranger to a bit of glamour. Enjoy total peace and privacy at this stunning estate consisting of four villas, filled with much of Zeffirelli’s collection of art and curiosities with each of the 16 guest suites being uniquely decorated to reflect their namesake cultural icons. Our favourite might be the Aida suite decorated in refreshing blues and whites and featuring delicate Arabic decorations and paintings to bring a subtle exotic flavour to the room, reminiscent of Verdi’s epic opera. The villas are surrounded by verdant gardens with lovely reclusive spots to relax, cooling plunge pools to escape the heat, and private balconies for a romantic view like no other. Meticulous attention to detail is the key here and the resort promises discreet and personalised service, whether you have an Elizabeth Taylor attitude or not.