Best Luxury Hotels in Italy

The Excelsior Palace Hotel Apollo is the exclusive 5-star getaway on Portofino Coast and is located 2km from Santa Margherita Ligure. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Bay of Rapallo and the Coast of Portofino. The guestrooms are luxurious and elegantly designed with a choice of spacious rooms and suites including the exquisite Presidential Suite – this accommodation option includes an expansive terrace with a deluxe jacuzzi. Fine dining is on offer at the Restaurant Lord Byron and Restaurant Eden Roc where guests can opt to dine alfresco and enjoy the Mediterranean air. The Yachting Bar is open all year round while the seasonal Sporting Bar also offers ambience and a mixture of tasty tipples. Guests can enjoy the relaxing Beauty & Wellness Club including a range of treatments. Excelsior Palace Hotel Apollo is also the perfect venue for hosting any event from an intimate business event to a grand wedding celebration.

Duomo Suites & Spa Cacaptures the essence of Sicilian charm in each of its 17 rooms and suites while exuding modern design and comfort. This luxury, cinema-themed hotel offers a blissful getaway in a range of guestroom options including the unbeatable Le Grand Bleu Spa Suite – complete with a fully equipped wellness area with a private hammam, jacuzzi, and sensory shower. Some rooms have balconies that offer alfresco relaxation in the centre of Catania. The hotel is ideally located a stone’s throw from the charming and bustling Duomo Square and provides a serene sanctuary for guests to enjoy thanks to the indulgent on-site spa. Duomo Suites & Spa Catania is the ideal getaway for those wishing to discover the secrets of Catania and its rich history.

The luxurious 5-star Palazzo Sangiorgio is a first-class, contemporary getaway in the heart of Catania. The hotel building itself is full of history while the modern interior exudes comfort and sophistication. There are 25 guestrooms made up of Superior and Deluxe rooms in addition to 5 suite types. Each of the spacious rooms has been stylishly decorated and is a cosy retreat for travellers. The exquisite on-sire Ristorante Basalto offers nothing but culinary excellence in a truly stunning setting. Guests can indulge in specially crafted, sumptuous Sicilian dishes and authentic local wines while soaking up their surroundings amidst the charm of the island. The rooftop bar serves many purposes and ranges from a lively bar with a DJ to a relaxing solarium area with a mini pool. The fully equipped Magma Harmony Spa is the perfect place to relax and treat yourself to a specialist treatment. Palazzo Sangiorgio is also home to spectacular event spaces for hosting anything from a simple business meeting to a swanky celebration. 

Hotel Bristol Palace Genoa is located in the very heart of the beautiful port city of Genoa and allows for easy exploration of the stunning and historical surroundings. The hotel is conveniently surrounded by incredible sights including the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Via Garibaldi. The hotel has recently been renovated and incorporated modernity and functionality into its charming design. There are 133 rooms and suites to choose from and are completely pet-friendly. Each room is decadently decorated with a traditional design in spacious and brightly lit spaces. The hotel also boasts 10 reception rooms and 8 meeting spaces which are perfect for hosting any event. The on-site Giotto restaurant makes for the perfect venue for special occasions and banquets and includes a seasonal terrace option from June to September. The restaurant itself serves exquisite delicacies throughout the day and is open to guests and the public alike.

NH Collection Genova Marina provides deluxe accommodation in the heart of Genoa. There are 140 guestrooms made up of comfortable, contemporary rooms and suites which offer beautiful views, optional balconies and adjoining rooms. There is a spacious dining terrace where guests can dine alfresco overlooking the busy harbour. The hotel’s ideal location makes exploring a breeze while the hotel offers a high-tech gym for guests to get active from the comfort of the hotel. There is plenty of space available on-site for hosting any kind of event thanks to the state-of-the-art business equipment and wedding and event planning staff. There are dining options available at all times of the day thanks to 24-hour room service and the child-friendly selection ensures there is something for everyone. The on-site restaurant, Il Gozzo, is sure to impress with its array of modern and traditional Italian specialties.

The boutique Hotel Villa Brunella Capri boasts one of the most scenic views of the iconic Marina Piccola. It is located on the Via Tragara which makes it the perfect place for those wishing to be near the town centre whilst remaining away from the crowds. Villa Brunella’s rooms and suites are light and spacious, with many of them featuring private terraces which gaze out at the glistening Mediterranean. Villa Brunella is also home to a panoramic pool, fitness centre and has its own in-room spa service. Located on the top floor of the hotel, L’Agave restaurant gazes out over the towns, cliffs and sea of Capri. L’Agave is regarded as one of the best restaurants on the island as it serves deliciously fresh Italian classics and seafood.

Just moments away from the Piazetta, La Scalinatella, is the definition of serenity. La Scalinatella overlooks the sea and cliffs of Capri making it one of Capri’s most beautiful hotels. La Scalinatella’s rooms and suites are bathed in natural light which reflects off the room’s exquisite floor tiles, this makes the rooms feel exceedingly welcoming and comfortable. The hotel is also home to private Villas which offer guests the chance to experience the height of luxury. La Scalinatella is home to all the amenities one might want like a pool on the upper terrace, a second pool overlooking the sea, a fitness centre and a beautifully kept garden. The hotel’s restaurant, Casa Morgano, is a perfect choice for guests wishing to enjoy the incredible culinary traditions of Southern Italy all whilst sitting in one of Capri’s most sophisticated restaurants.

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.

L’Hotel in Pietra is your luxurious boutique hotel in Sassi Matera. It is housed in a building that was a 1300’s church. You will feel a sense of deep spirituality with the historical charm in any of their en-suite rooms and restaurant. The hotel offers the very best of Italian and European cuisine, a Middle Ages like library and a terrace where you can have your lunch in the warm midday sun or dinner in the golden oars of the setting sun.

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.

Palazzo Gattini is located on the highest point of Matera and provides a breathtaking view of the Sassi towns. The palace-like hotel enables you to enjoy a five-star experience in an incredibly historical location. The hotel is known for its attention to detail and serves cuisines from around the world. It has a roof garden with pool to relax in too. All rooms are cave rooms with incredible stone backrooms too. You can also take part in the hotel’s outdoor events package to enjoy the best of the surrounding historical town. It is an excellent place for a stay in Matera.

Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is located in the historic Apennine Village in Matera. The hotel is located on the oldest part of the dwellings and faces the spectacular rock-hewn churches and Murgia Park. The hotel offers rooms and suites set into caves, a massage room, excursions into the nearby scenic areas, seaside excursions as well as local wine tasting and Italian bread making courses. You can stay in any of their 18 elegantly furnished rooms all with a traditional touch.