284 Best Hotels in Italy

The elegant and refined facade announces a charming, and reasonably priced, place to stay; the hospitable staff, the tastefully decorated rooms, and the lovely garden, where guests can breakfast or drink, do not disappoint. After a long day of sightseeing, relax on a plush, velvet chair in the cozy bar or on a wrought-iron one in the garden beside a gushing fountain. The delicious sweet and savory breakfast buffet is a real treat. Family rooms are available.

Individually designed guest rooms in a centuries-old Bolzano landmark feature modern furnishings with clean lines, as well as contemporary art paired with 19th-century paintings and sketches. The small and intimate surroundings are enhanced by attentive service, perks like whirlpool baths, and views of the Gothic cathedral across the square. Guests can also use the Parkhotel Laurin's swimming pool.

After serving as a Franciscan convent and then the residence of the noble Strozzi family, the Collegiata has been converted into a fine hotel, with no expense spared in the process. Arched, multipane windows look out on the surrounding park. All the guest rooms (some with private balconies) are furnished with a mix of wood and upholstered antiques in warm browns and reds and precious tapestries. Bathrooms have large whirlpool baths. A summer restaurant occupies the deconsecrated church.

At this small and inviting family-run hotel overlooking Aosta, guest rooms are bright and charmingly decorated; some have balconies and all have splendid views of the city and mountains. A huge brick hearth and rustic wooden beams highlight the lounge, and in summer the great views can be enjoyed from the pool.

This contemporary upscale hotel near the Centro Storico's major sights occupies an early-20th-century palazzo, but you won't find heavy, ornate furnishings—the emphasis is on light and space, both in short supply in old Naples. The services and professional approach are on a par with the grander hotels on the seafront, making the Decumani a great choice if your focus is classic Napoli.

Set on gorgeous, verdant grounds with stunning sea views, this cliff-top hotel—a villa with a modern annex—offers a mix of traditional and minimalist rooms, many with private balconies. The restaurant, Le Terrazze, features a mare e terra (sea and land) menu and a lovely terrace above the sea, where breakfasters can linger before heading down to the Riviera bathing area.

Overlooking Tropea's golden sands and azure waters, this intimate, self-styled boutique hotel—with modern, quirky, equatorial-theme rooms—is a reliable option. Accommodations include three deluxe sea view rooms, each with a beguiling balcony, huge shower room, sun loungers, and a whirlpool tub.

If you're in Merano to pamper yourself, you can't do much better than the Hotel Terme: as its name suggests, it's connected to the expansive Terme Merano (a stay here includes free, unlimited access via a "bathrobe tunnel"), and it also has the rooftop Sky Spa with indoor and outdoor pools and saunas. Most guest rooms have brightly colored walls and furniture contrasted with hardwood floors; some include balconies with mountain views. Although the Sky Spa can only be used by guests ages 14 and up, the ground-floor indoor and outdoor pool and saunas are accessible to all. The hotel's prime position means a quick walk into town for shopping and dining, or you can eat at the on-site Olivi Restaurant or Bistro La Piazza.

On a street filled with beautiful old villas, this Victorian-era former private residence has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, beautiful gardens, a spa, and well-appointed rooms (some with balconies). There are also family suites and a self-catering apartment sleeping five. Breakfast can be enjoyed in a sunroom, and just outside its windows, citrus trees sway. An in-house bar offers the perfect place to have an aperitivo, either in one of the well-appointed rooms or outside in the flower-filled garden. There is a minimum two-night stay in summer.

With wood-beam ceilings and stone walls, the stylishly restored and updated rooms in this 16th-century house in the historic center of Monterosso ooze comfort and old-world charm. Owners Fausto and Mariapia go out of their way to make you feel at home, and staff can whip up a fantastic breakfast, served in the lovely private garden under the lemon trees (or in your room in bad weather). Do not miss Fausto's limoncello, made from lemons in their garden: you'll find it in the minibar in your room.

Just out of town and immersed in gorgeous, blooming gardens, this grand, gleaming palazzo turned welcoming resort hotel (opened 2018) has sleek public areas and stylish guest rooms. Facilities including the sophisticated Line restaurant, pool, and 24-hour room service make it an affordable, top-notch option. 

Enjoying perhaps the most enchanting setting in all of Naples, this modestly priced hotel tops many a traveler's dream list of places to stay. In one of the buildings of the toy-size Borgo Marinaro harbor, in the shadow of the Castel dell'Ovo medieval fortress, Il Transatlantico has guest rooms fitted out in faux-yacht style, featuring a blue-and-white color scheme and swab-the-decks wooden trim. The vistas—over the harbor and the Lungomare and toward Vesuvius at the end of the bay—are better even than those from far more expensive luxury hotels just across the pier on the mainland.

In this home that is part of a 15th-century palazzo, a cozy feeling permeates the charming rooms, all of which are uniquely decorated and lovingly furnished; some have damask curtains, others fanciful frescoes in the bathroom. With the exquisite service, too, the Pini family has made it clear they want you to treat their house as if it were your own.

There's plenty of architectural character mixed with contemporary, artsy warmth in the guest rooms of this central, 18th-century building, while the nearby annex offers four spacious apartments. Public areas include a small patio enclosed by Roman walls; the cozy breakfast room is a wonderful spot to share in the owner's passion for coffee, tea, and tisane (infusions) from around the world. 

This tiny, unpretentious hotel on the outskirts of Positano beckons with bougainvillea-laden views, castaway cottages, terraces growing produce, and a turquoise seawater pool—all perched over a private beach where a boat can whisk you away to Capri. Thanks to the wonderful Mandara family, you'll feel right at home in a few minutes—because this is their home. Guest rooms with coved ceilings, whitewashed walls, and native folk art are simple havens of tranquillity and comfort. Some are in a house above the road (a bit noisy if trucks rumble by, but this rarely happens at night); others are in adorable cottages close to the sea. Very steep, arbor-covered walkways zigzag across the hill, linking these little acres of heaven.

Belonging to the Planeta family of winemakers, La Foresteria is a truly gorgeous contemporary hotel with exceptional food and views from herb-scented terraces over the vineyards to the sea. The 14 rooms are spacious, with glass doors opening onto private terraces, terra-cotta-tiled floors lain with delicate kilims, and traditional Sicilian iron bedsteads with dreamily comfortable mattresses and pillows, superb quality white sheets, and hand-stitched Indian eiderdowns. Bathrooms are made for being lazy, with good showers, oversize bathtubs, and very puffy bathrobes. Along with kettles and coffee machines, there are jars of loose herbal teas and tea bags to enjoy. Wine is, of course, excellent (guided tastings and trips to the main vineyards can be organized) and the food is superb, with an intelligently designed menu where innovative dishes and traditional Planeta family favorites sit happily side by side. There are not only several tasting menus and à la carte dishes, but menus that can be designed to suit individual tastes and appetites, with faultless guidance on wine pairings. Cooking lessons are available most mornings.

In the rural outskirts of Agrigento sits this charming country home that has been converted into a lovely guesthouse. Owners Francesco and Susi remodeled this early 20th-century home into a modern cottage with a state-of-the-art kitchen, where they make a delicious breakfast buffet featuring the delicacies of the region, including fresh bread made with locally sourced semolina flour, handmade pistachio paste, and platters with cheeses and cured meats from neighboring vendors. The guesthouse only has two rooms, both with a view of the Valley of the Temples; there's a full kitchen where Francesco often hosts cooking lessons, or guests can request a dinner made by the owners. 

One of the Cinque Terre's few "boutique" hotels is in a 17th-century tower that sits high on the hill above the rainbow-hued village of Manarola, with truly lovely views of the terraced vineyards, colorful village homes, and the Mediterranean sea; inside, decor is chic, sleek, and antiques-bedecked. Guest rooms vary from cozy to nearly luxurious suites, while the solarium is perfect for an aperitivo (aperitif), served each evening, and for taking in the enchanting views.

This cluster of trulli has been transformed into luxury suites with original architectural features with exposed stone everywhere, modern comforts, and tasteful flourishes, and breakfast is taken in an intimate inner courtyard and two pleasant rooms.

Just outside Asti in the Monferrato hills, this striking contemporary property in a gorgeous natural setting features a Michelin-starred restaurant, designer furnishings, and art-lined walls. The hotel building, made of raw concrete, crushed stones, and glass, contains ample suites that include bathrooms with soaking tubs and oversized walk-in showers. Many visitors come just for the gastronomic restaurant, overseen by famed Italian chef Antonio Cannavacciuolo; there’s also a bistro for smaller meals. The hotel’s art and music collection includes more than 30,000 vinyl records and CDs as well as 160 paintings by 100 artists, including Leonard Cohen and Miles Davis. Save time for the lovely, though petite, wellness area, which includes a sauna with views of the surrounding scenery and steam room, plus an outdoor pool.

It would be hard to imagine a more commanding position for these simply but tastefully decorated accommodations and the Michelin-starred restaurant above Alba. Ten minutes outside town, the inn sits on the top of a langa (one of the hills that form the Langhe region) surrounded by vineyards. Old prints, wooden furniture, and country-style patterned fabrics enliven the rooms, but the place to unwind is the upstairs lounge, with panoramic windows and a fireplace.

This friendly, centrally located, converted 18th-century palazzo off the bustling pedestrian-only Corso Vannucci features spacious rooms soothingly decorated in muted colors; some include original frescoes and beamed ceilings. Rooms on the upper floors at the back have great views and are quieter than those in front. Guests can refill their water bottles and have tea or coffee all day long from a convenient refill station on the main floor; complimentary snacks are also available from the front desk.

Spending the night in this 13th-century building just 5 km (3 miles) northwest of Orvieto is like staying in a sophisticated country home, albeit one with vineyard views, a private chef, and two-level rooms with modern furnishings. Relax in the comfy sofas surrounding the fireplace in the lounge, or go for a dip in the pool tucked amid grapevines. Each night, the in-house chef whips up a four-course menu paired with wines from the Palazzone vineyards. The charming hosts ensure that your itineraries are packed with interesting activities—or lots of time to chill, if you prefer. The hotel has two-night minimums during the summer months.

Outdoor perks here include a big garden, a large swimming pool, and an included half-day bike rental to explore paths around the lake; interior draws include unique design touches—such as the lobby's collection of vintage luggage labels—and spacious rooms, all with comfy beds and a playful vibe and some with a whirlpool tub and a balcony.

Opened in 2024, the UNA group's stunning contemporary renovation of this lungomare limestone palazzo offers stylish public spaces and individual guest rooms, some with vibrant cassata-inspired pop art, others with antiquity-inspired mosaics. Stunning design delights you around every corner, from giant snails climbing an inner courtyard wall to space-age bathrooms with mood lighting and a tranquil, fragrant herb garden. 

An immersive, experiential stay in Magna Graecia amid twinkly lit ancient caves and scattered stone dwellings, with attention to every detail from the breakfast menu, crafted reproduction furniture, vases and fabrics, plus an enchanting spa that stages the daily Water Sanctuary ritual performance. Guest rooms are themed by various eras from Neolithic to VI--III BC, fitted according to experimental archaeological research, with hidden wooden panels concealing state-of-the-art modern control panels and sockets.  

A stay at this charming, rural-chic hotel surrounded by vineyards is like visiting a stylish friend’s country home—one with impeccably good taste in design and cuisine. Individually decorated rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with comfy COCO-MAT mattresses; some have claw-foot tubs in the bedrooms and terraces offering superlative views. Bathrooms feature whimsical hand-painted tiles and rain showers. An outdoor swimming pool affords stunning vistas, as does the compact gym, stocked with sustainable and aesthetically beautiful NOHrD equipment; there’s also a hammam and yoga room. In-house restaurant LORTO uses local products centered on vegetables and seafood, while Bistrot Nordelaia makes a fine stop for a more casual lunch or dinner. Nordelaia also produces barbera and dolcetto wine from their Calligram vineyards. Unlike most friends’ houses, you may never want to leave.

A stylish yet intimate retreat tucked away on a quiet calle (street) midway between Piazza San Marco and the Accademia Bridge offers exquisite rooms tastefully decorated with original furnishings and tapestries from the Mediterranean and Far East. In the warmer months, breakfast is served in the charming inner courtyard. In the winter, a roaring fireplace greets those who wish to quietly read in the sitting room. The hotel also organizes art exhibitions on its main floor, giving visitors who are around during an opening reception the opportunity to meet local and international artists.

Just off the chic Piazza dei Martiri, this intimate hotel pairs modern facilities with a traditional feel. Beyond an elegant stone passageway, a chandeliered, marble-floored lobby welcomes you, its impressive size suggesting a much larger property. Although not ultra-luxurious, guest rooms are quiet, tastefully furnished, and equipped with marble bathrooms. Breakfasts are excellent.

Sleek, soigné, and swank, this hotel set in the majestic palace of the very majestic Caracciolos (one of the most gilded names in Neapolitan history) is definitely a diamond in the rough—the rough being its immediate neighborhood, which is a bit off the main tourist track. The duomo, however, is a mere five-minute walk, and the hotel is steps away from the "family" church, San Giovanni a Carbonara, favored by Carracciolo princes, warriors, lovers, and cardinals. Although the palace dates from the 14th century, this lodging has been refurbished for 21st-century visitors with red sofas, Gio Ponti–inspired ornaments, burnished black globes, and artworks that mirror Lucio Fontana minimal masterpieces. Done up in silvers and taupes, the guest rooms are cool and contemporary, and they all have thick piperno walls to buffer the din from the noisiest motorcycles, of which there are more than a few in this district. The cloister, where the restaurant is located and breakfast is taken, hosts temporary exhibitions of young artists, which are open to nonguests.