Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

From the regal residences of Rome to the picturesque places of Positano our collection of the best luxury hotels in Italy will give you an unequivocal desire to travel to and explore one of Southern Europe’s most stylish, historic and inspirational countries. Italy here we come!

Lazio, Rome, Trevi

Maalot Roma

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 30 individually Designed Rooms & Suites with Bespoke Furnishings & Marble Bathrooms
Amenities Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar offering Modern Roman Cuisine & a Private Fitness Area with Technogym Equipment
More Located Steps from the Trevi Fountain & Via Condotti in a Historic Palazzo with Eclectic interiors

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.

Lazio, Rome, Pantheon

Palazzo Roma

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 39 Rooms Including 22 Suites Offer Individually Designed Spaces With High Ceilings & Marble Bathrooms.
Amenities Facilities Include A Refined Restaurant Serving Roman Cuisine, A Stylish Bar, In-Room Spa Treatments & Access To A Nearby Gym.
More Located On Via Del Corso, The Hotel Is Within Walking Distance Of The Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps & Pantheon.

With an enviable address of Via del Corso, Palazzo Roma, is a historic 16th-century building that has been transformed into a luxurious hotel that fuses modern elegance and historical richness. Once the residence of various noble Tuscan families, this esteemed Roman heritage site now serves as a boutique hotel set across three floors. Its design celebrates the building’s aristocratic past with features like coffered ceilings, authentic frescoes, timeless marble elements, and a remarkable original marble staircase. Each of the 39 rooms and suites is a testament to the thoughtful preservation of the historical essence of the space that intertwines bespoke contemporary luxury. The hotel’s expansive reception areas and distinctive artwork, and dining can be enjoyed in the sophisticated atmosphere of Core Restaurant and the Palazzo Bar is the place for stylish drinks. All this combined with exemplary service and meticulous attention to detail, offer guests an exclusive retreat in the heart of Rome’s dynamic atmosphere.

Lazio, Rome, Spagna

Palazzo Ripetta Rome

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 78 Rooms & Suites Including Multi-Level Apartments With Kitchenettes & Walk-In Wardrobes.
Amenities Facilities Include A Fitness Centre Rooftop Terrace Courtyard Dining Cocktail Bar & In-Room Massage Services.
More Located In Central Rome On Via Di Ripetta Within Walking Distance Of Piazza Del Popolo & The Spanish Steps.

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.

Lazio, Rome, Spagna

Bulgari Hotel Roma

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 110 Rooms & Suites Offer Roman-Inspired Dcor With Views Of Piazza Augusto Imperatore Or Via Della Frezza.
Amenities Facilities Include A Rooftop Terrace Bar Indoor Pool Spa Fitness Centre Pet-Friendly Services 24/7 Butler Service & Complimentary Transfers.
More Located In Rome's Campo Marzio District Near Iconic Landmarks Such As The Mausoleum Of Augustus & The Pantheon.

Brand new in 2023, Bulgari’s Rome residence had a glittering launch befitting the glamorous brand. It’s the second Bulgari hotel to arrive in Italy, spanning 151,000 square feet across six floors. Set on the Piazza Augusto Imperatore, it inhabits a grand 1930s-era building, with stunning views afforded from the chic alfresco terraces. Inside you’ll find lots of marble and hand-blown Murano glass. The spa seeks to evoke the aesthetic of ancient baths, with a columned pool, eight treatment rooms and a suite featuring an onyx bath. And there are five dining venues under the direction of Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito.

Italy, Lazio

Hotel d’Inghilterra Roma – Starhotels Collezione

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 88 Rooms & Suites Offering Classic Decor with Modern Amenities
Amenities Cafe Romano Restaurant Serving Mediterranean Cuisine & Lounge Bar for Cocktails
More Located near the Spanish Steps & Via Condotti In Rome's Historical Centre

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.

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Hotel d’Inghilterra Roma – Starhotels Collezione

Lazio, Rome, Trevi

The Rome EDITION

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 93 Guest Rooms Including 17 Suites & 2 Penthouses With Modern Italian Design Elements.
Amenities Rooftop Pool With Seasonal Access & Multiple Dining Venues Including A Show Kitchen Restaurant & Two Bars.
More Centrally Located Near Via Veneto Offering Easy Access To Rome's Iconic Landmarks.

Conceived and brought to life by entrepreneur Ian Schrager and executed by the Statuto Group, the Rome EDITION hotel redefines luxury in the Eternal City. Boasting 91 intimate rooms and situated near Via Veneto, one of Rome’s most coveted streets, the hotel combines sophistication, meticulous attention to detail, refined aesthetics, and high design to create a meeting place for both locals and travellers. Housed in a magnificent building from the 1940s, the hotel retains its original features, including stunning courtyards, statues, and lamps. The Rome EDITION offers three unique bars, a rooftop lounge with a pool, a show-kitchen restaurant led by renowned Roman Chef Paola Colucci, and an urban wellness space. Chef Colucci, known for her emotional approach to cooking, presents a menu of traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist at the signature restaurant, Anima. The hotel’s expansive garden serves as both a piazza and a dining space, surrounded by lush greenery and featuring a relaxed all-day terrace. The Lobby, with its grand ceilings and travertine floors, sets the social tone, while the Punch Room and Jade Bar provide unique mixology experiences. The seventh-floor rooftop, The Roof, offers panoramic views of Rome and a place to enjoy Chef Colucci’s Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and regional cocktails. The guestrooms showcase EDITION’s signature design elements with an Italian touch, featuring custom furniture, Italian artwork, and luxurious amenities.

Umbria, Perugia

Sina Brufani

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 94 Rooms & Suites Featuring Antique Furnishings & Period Details.
Amenities Indoor Pool Beneath Medieval Vaults With Transparent Floor Revealing Ancient Ruins & A Wellness Club Offering Sauna & Fitness Facilities.
More Located In Perugia's Historic Centre Offering Panoramic Views Of The Umbrian Valley.

As the only five-star hotel in the centre, this is the place to stay for access and opulence. Opened in 1884, it retains the foundations of an ancient Etruscan settlement dating back three millennia. These ruins can still be viewed, illuminated behind a transparent panel. Indeed, everywhere you turn here, there’s history; the swimming pool and Turkish bath are set under medieval vaults, creating a most atmospheric wellness suite. Sina Brrufani has an award-winning bar and Collins’ Restaurant, as well as 94 grand bedrooms and a stunning roof terrace with views across Umbria.

Umbria, Brufa

Borgobrufa Spa Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 49 Rooms & Suites Featuring traditional Umbrian Decor
Amenities Gourmet Restaurant with Terrace Dining, 3,000 sqm Spa featuring Indoor & Outdoor Pools, Sauna, Salt Grotto & Fitness Centre
More Located on a Hilltop in Brufa Offering Panoramic Views of the Umbrian Countryside including Perugia & Assisi

Stay a little further out of town (but just a 15-minute drive from the airport), among the region’s vineyards. The Borgobrufa Spa Resort is only for adults and encompasses 29 acres. The architecture blends seamlessly with the traditional buildings, yet is fully fresh and modern. Some of its 50 rooms have private terraces with pools, and in-suite jacuzzis or alfresco hot tubs. Swim in the outdoor hydrotherapy pool, book a couples’ massage and dine by candlelight, sampling produce from the grounds. The food at Borgobrufa is gourmet and beautifully presented.

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Borgobrufa Spa Resort

Tuscany, Siena

Hotel NH Siena

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 129 Rooms & Suites Including Junior Suites With Espresso Machines & Jacuzzi Showers.
Amenities On-Site Dining Featuring Local & International Cuisine Alongside A Fitness Centre & Pet-Friendly Accommodations.
More Located In Central Siena Within Walking Distance To Piazza Del Campo & The Duomom

Stay within the city walls on the edge of the historic centre, at this modern NH property. Simple contemporary interiors are accented with features like dramatic black chandeliers and modern artworks. Set across nine floors it has 129 bedrooms and is part of a popular European chain. Guests can have breakfast on site, with a hearty daily buffet served each morning, and there’s a lobby bar for nightcaps. There’s also an air-conditioned gym with cardio fitness training equipment and a free weights area to stay fit on holiday.

Tuscany, Siena

Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 51 Rooms & Suites with Frescoed Ceilings & Period Furnishings
Amenities Sapordivino Restaurant for Modern Tuscan Cuisine, Lounge Bar & a Historic Wine Cellar offering Daily Tastings
More Centrally Located in Siena's Historic Centre, Steps Away from Piazza Del Campo & the Duomo

From private palazzo to palatial hotel; the Grand is the only five-star establishment in the old town. It dates back to the 16th century and retains its cotto floors, frescoed and beamed ceilings and original chandeliers. As such, you can expect cosy interiors from a bygone era, as well as views of landmarks like the Piazza del Campo and the Duomo. Sleep in a canopied bed, with brocade textiles and gold-leaf finishes. Take a wine tasting in the in-house cellar, tuck into Tuscan food in the restaurant and drink beneath the huge feature clock of the Sapordivino courtyard bar.

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Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione

Emilia-Romagna, Ravenna

Hotel Palazzo Bezzi

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 32 Modern Rooms & Suites Featuring Elegant Furnishings & Contemporary Comfort.
Amenities A Wellness Area With Sauna Turkish Bath Massage Rooms A Lounge Bar A Breakfast Room & A Fitness Facility.
More Located In A Historic Italian City With Easy Access To Cultural Sites & Attractions.

While dating back to the 18th century, the interior of this property exudes a chic Riviera-style decor. And you can soak up plenty of that Italian sunshine, with an onsite garden (in which you can breakfast) and rooftop terrace, the latter providing loungers and drinks service. Guests can also take it easy, with some time in the wellness suite; it has a sauna, steam room, experience shower and treatment rooms. Hotel Palazzo has 32 bedrooms, including a two-bedroom suite, and is a very short stroll from the Sant’Apollinare Nuovo (one of the foremost mosaic sites).

Tuscany, Florence, Santa Maria Novella

La Gemma Hotel Florence

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 39 Bespoke Rooms & Suites Meticulously Crafted by Top Italian Designers
Amenities Luca's Restaurant Led by Michelin-Starred Chef Paulo Airaudo, Allure Spa offering Bespoke Treatments, & Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Situated in the Heart of Florence within the Historic Palazzo Paoletti, Moments from Iconic Landmarks

La Gemma Hotel offers a perfect blend of historical charm and contemporary elegance. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the hotel features an array of uniquely designed rooms and suites that exude sophistication, combining classic Florentine architecture with modern amenities.The hotel is renowned for its exceptional dining experience, led by Michelin-starred Chef Paulo Airaudo, offering gourmet cuisine that celebrates the rich flavours of Tuscany. Guests can indulge in a luxurious wellness journey at the Allure Spa, a serene oasis designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. The spa offers a range of treatments and therapies using high-quality products, ensuring a truly relaxing experience. La Gemma’s rooftop terrace provides a breathtaking panoramic view of Florence, making it an ideal spot for enjoying a cocktail at sunset. The hotel’s prime location also means that guests are just steps away from Florence’s most iconic landmarks, including the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio. The hotel’s interior design reflects a sophisticated blend of past and present, with antique furnishings, original artworks, and carefully curated decor creating an atmosphere of timeless elegance. The service at La Gemma is impeccable, with a dedicated concierge team that caters to every guest’s needs, ensuring a personalised and memorable stay.

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La Gemma Hotel Florence




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