585 Best Hotels in Italy

The granddaddy of Roman hotels and one of the oldest in the world—the doors first opened in 1467—this charming property is adjacent to the Pantheon and right in the middle of the lovely Piazza della Rotonda. Rooms are small but have been completely renovated and feature frescoes dating from the 17th century. Frederick III, Ariosto, Cagliostro, and Pietro Mascagni (celebrating the premier of his opera Cavalleria rusticana) all graced this hotel with their presence. If you would like a room overlooking the Pantheon, book directly through the hotel website.

Set within an historic palazzo dating back to the 12th century, with stained glass and beamed ceilings, this hotel is fitted with stylish interiors and rooms filled with interesting art and antiques. Classic doubles mix the refined with vibrant color accents; Deluxe rooms up the spaciousness and artsy individuality; while the atmospheric, frescoed Tower Suite has two rooms and closeup views of Basilica of San Petronio. 

Housed inside a palace built after the 1693 earthquake that destroyed Catania, this boutique property just steps from the Duomo honors historic architecture and embraces the immersive experience of modern art in its uniquely designed rooms. Each of the 11 spacious rooms has a different theme; the Art Rooms feature in-room installations based on the region's most important stories (the mythical cyclops, the fisherman Colapesce, the magi Eliodoro) while the Neoclassic Rooms are more classically bedecked with period pieces and items from the 1930s through 1960s. You can choose from a scent menu to determine how you'd like your room to smell during your stay.

Just one block from bustling Via Nazionale and some of Rome's great shopping, this friendly hotel has clean, modern rooms. Guest rooms have big windows, desks, parquet floors, and baths with faux-marble tiles, and a generous buffet breakfast.

On chic Via del Babuino, known for its high-end boutiques, jewelry stores, and antiques shops, this discreet and stylish hotel is an ideal pied-à-terre, with spacious rooms spread over two historic buildings. It's ideally situated for sightseeing, with the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo right at your fingertips. Suites are decorated in earthy tones and have hardwood floors and cool, contemporary decor, with sumptuous towels and sheets; bathrooms are decked out with sleek mosaic tiles. The rooms also include amenities such as Chromecast-enabled TVs and Nespresso machines. The rooftop terrace is a lovely spot for a cocktail or a coffee.

Here you'll find tasteful contemporary rooms within a small organic winery set among 50 acres of vineyards a short drive from the unspoiled beaches of the Torre Salsa nature reserve. Rooms are minimalist in style, with exposed beams, wooden parquet floors, and bathrooms walled with either Bisazza mosaics or hand-painted majolica tiles from Caltagirone. Color schemes vary, from soft blues, greens, and sand to geometric black and whites, giving each room a distinctive feel and character. Breakfast is served in the courtyard in good weather, and in the state-of-the-art tasting room. Although there is no restaurant, wine tastings with food—and a tour of the vineyards and cantina—are available three times a week. 

The former home of Queen Margherita of Savoy, the Baglioni Hotel Regina, which enjoys a prime spot on the Via Veneto, is still a favorite among today's jet-setters. Right across the street from the American Embassy and next to its noisy neighbor, the Hard Rock Cafe, the luxury hotel radiates royal elegance with sumptuous crystal chandeliers, rich red carpets, elaborate staircases, and decorative statues. Rooms have luxury brocades, wall silks, and period antiques. Eighth-floor suites enjoy superb views of the Eternal City. The Art Deco–style Brunello Bar and Restaurant serves elegant dishes inspired by local recipes.

Overlooking one of the Gargano Peninsula's loveliest bays, this secluded cluster of whitewashed buildings houses simply furnished modern rooms, some of which have balconies. A pair of elevators built into the cliff takes you down to a long, pebbly private beach. The hotel's restaurant is decent, but the menu is limited. Be careful when approaching on the road, as the gated entrance is easy to miss.

This boutique property is housed in a structure dating to the 1400s, but has been fully updated with all the modern amenities, including luxury marble bathrooms, complete with Acqua di Parma toiletries, hydromassage showers, and soaking tubs. Yet the owners have made sure that the grandeur of days past remains intact. You'll find antiques from the 1500s and 1700s throughout; five of the rooms have private balconies; and in the excavated historic stone wine cellar, they host wine tastings. On the ground floor, you'll find Bar Vitelli of The Godfather fame.

In a grand palazzo on the highest point of Ravello, with some buildings dating from the 16th century and with a Bay of Salerno panorama that's incomparable and timeless, this member of the exclusive Belmond hotel brand has been a slice of hospitality paradise since the 19th century; today it shimmers with modern luxuries amid its frescoes, Norman arches, and beautifully terraced garden. Fans rave about the rooftop dining area and heated infinity pool with views so stunning it feels as if you're swimming between sea and sky. The lush hillside garden includes an herb garden that provides seasoning for the renowned Belvedere Restaurant, poolside bar, and the cocktail and piano bar, where happy guests can savor a great Bellini with a side of stellar views. Rooms are truly sumptuous—most have a sea view, and some have a private garden. The bar's patrons are welcome to wrap up the evening by joining the pianist for a song.

This 1920s luxury hotel oozes charm, taste, and lovely scenery, with a particular attention to color—from the coordinated floral linens in corals and gold in the guest rooms to the fresh flowers in the reception rooms, the two restaurants, and on the large terrace. Offering a tennis court, water sports, boat excursions, and plenty of activities for children, the hotel has become quite family-friendly, and a spa offers further pampering. A frequent shuttle runs down to Portofino's center.

In a residential area a few minutes' walk from the Arena, this contemporary Best Western hotel offers respite from the busy city as well as easier parking. Both guest and public rooms have a functional, modern style with light, furniture, and some family rooms sleep up to five.

A classic Genovese building tucked away on a side street, with the original staircase from the 1900s, is home to a welcoming inn on the border of the historic district and Via Garibaldi. Rooms include family-friendly spaces with a bunk bed, and the bathrooms are mostly bright and spacious. A reading room is an added amenity. The staff are more than happy to offer advice, especially on dining options. Breakfast is ample, and the price is reasonable or included in the room rate.

At this good-value chain offering in the heart of the city, an ordinary apartment-building exterior gives way to a polished lobby and modern rooms, some with spectacular views. The location is ideal—near Via Roma, the grand shopping street, and one block from Piazza de Ferrari, which divides new Genoa from old Genoa. A choice of pillows, coffee makers in all rooms, a gym, and a spa are added bonuses. Some rates include breakfast.

This wonderful hotel located a short drive outside of Patti has calming contemporary rooms and is immersed in pristine grounds replete with a stunning pool and spa.

This hotel, with its pleasing facade and whitewashed arches, lies in a traffic-free zone near the heart of Anacapri; front rooms have large terraces facing Monte Solaro, while those at the back are quieter and more private.

Just outside Monteriggioni, this estate lined with lavender bushes and cypress trees has guest rooms featuring wood beam ceilings and terra-cotta floors in either the 17th-century villa or the adjacent workers' quarters (converted into 10 apartments. Festive striped fabrics in yellows, oranges, and reds cover iron canopies in some rooms. The facilities, such as the health club and the tennis courts, are those of a four-star establishment. A poolside restaurant is open in summer.

Situated in an elegant art nouveau palazzo, built in 1876 as a residence for Prince Philip Don Orsini, this charming hotel is furnished with original artwork and British textiles and feels like a private home. The attention to detail is evident at every turn, from the frescoed halls to the breakfast room. Guests enjoy satellite TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a free minibar replenished daily.

Housed in an 18th-century palazzo on a quiet street a short stroll from Brera and Montenapoleone shopping, the Bulgari offers up chic yet restrained rooms, an enormous garden, and a celebrity-chef-helmed restaurant. Rooms vary in size and shape (and some have balconies or terraces), but all feature oak-paneled walls, wood floors, and black or cream marble bathrooms stocked with the renowned Bulgari products. The inviting lobby is filled with couches perfect for chilling or having tea, while Il Ristorante Niko Romito serves solid modern Italian cuisine. Look for such touches as complimentary herbal tea in a thermos delivered to your bedroom each night.

Nestled within Piazza Augusto Imperatore, Bvlgari Hotel Roma is an architectural gem born from a meticulous four-year restoration of a 1930s edifice. The interiors heavily incorporate opulent marble in varying shades, which were inspired by the floor of the Pantheon. With a team of four dedicated staff members per room, Bvlgari's white-glove service reigns supreme. Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito helms Il Ristorante Niko Romito, and his team oversees the ground floor Il Caffè, the Champagne Bar, and the sprawling rooftop terrace. The Bvlgari spa, an oasis spread over four floors, is worthy of royalty, with a pool featuring mosaics inspired by the Baths of Caracalla.

This impressive hotel on the hillside of Posillipo is famous for its Bay of Naples view, its roof-garden Paradiso Blanco restaurant, and its garden terrace. From your own flower-bedecked balcony you can also take in the immediate neighborhood, less enchantingly filled with apartment buildings. Although the hotel is at the western edge of the city, the nearby funicular takes you efficiently to the harbor port and transportation hub of Mergellina, a short walk from the end of the Riviera di Chiaia.

A historic 13th-century palazzo near the Rialto markets is a welcome retreat on a tranquil corte (court), and individually decorated rooms have tufted walls and views of a lively canal or a quiet courtyard. The lofty piano nobile highlights architectural features including coffered ceilings, a massive trifora window, antique (reproduction) furniture, and Venetian terrazzo floors. Two exceptionally large rooms keep families comfortable. Note that the canal is a lively one, sometimes late into the evening.

A quiet courtyard secluded from the San Marco melee offers an island of calm in six guest rooms and two apartments (some with private terraces overlooking the Doge's Palace), which are individually decorated with contemporary furnishings and accessories. The public areas entice with classic Venetian elements like the marble stairway, exposed-beam ceilings, and mosaic tiles. Service is highly personal, and guests are often welcomed by one of the owners. There's a courtyard where you can enjoy breakfast or an evening interlude. One room has a Jacuzzi, and one attic apartment is available.

In a residential area off the tourist track, a thoroughly renovated 15th-century building offers pleasant accommodations and plenty of service. Front rooms have a wonderful view of the lagoon, and the 15-minute stroll along the waterfront between Piazzo San Marco and the hotel is through a genuinely "local" part of the city, with plenty of cafés and restaurants. One of the rear rooms has direct access to a pleasant rooftop terrace with tables.

Traditional Venetian style mixes with contemporary design: the clean white-marble entrance leading up to the luminous piano nobile (main floor) of the 15th-century palace gracefully contrasts with the opulent Murano chandeliers and rich wall brocades. Some rooms have canal views, bathrooms are large and modern, and a rich breakfast is served in a bright salon that overlooks a wide canal. The location, just off the Grand Canal near the Ca' d'Oro and a variety of good restaurants, is another plus.

This expansive palace has been the Sagredo family residence since the mid-1600s and has the decor to prove it: a massive staircase has Longhi wall panels soaring above it; large common areas are adorned with original art by Tiepolo, Longhi, and Ricci; and a traditional Venetian style dominates guest rooms, many of which have canal views and some of which have original art and architectural elements. Flooring might be Venetian terrazzo, wood parquet, or plush carpeting; one suite even offers a private rooftop balcony. Although the hotel website advertises antique furniture, most of the pieces are good modern copies—but there's no doubt about the 18th-century Venetian paintings.

Sophistication, serenity, and seclusion combined with luxury and warm Italian hospitality are at the heart of this Relais & Chateaux hotel. The Tasca d’Almerita family were drawn to the land here as they traveled around the Isole Eolie, and they developed the sprawling estate designed around the historic lighthouse and the remarkable amphitheater vineyard into this deluxe hotel. It's the ideal escape for utter tranquility, not to mention the perfect wedding destination.

Clinging to a cliff, this little house is beloved for its homey restaurant; its owners, the Cinque family; and its Italianate charm, complete with rooms that have high ceilings, tile floors, bright fabrics, and sea and coastline views. Car or motorboat excursions to surrounding towns and attractions can be arranged. You can't drive your car to the doorway, but porters will ferry your luggage.

Billed as the first sustainable luxury hotel in Barolo, Casa di Langa uses local materials in its architecture, organic ingredients in its restaurant, and recycled water to irrigate the 104 acres of vineyards and land on its property. Guest rooms are designed in muted colors, and each features a private terrace. Fàula restaurant focuses on local ingredients, using many plants and herbs from the on-site biodynamic gardens; lots of natural wines are also on offer. The lovely infinity pool showcases amazing vineyard views, while you can use the small spa area with Jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, and relaxation area for 50 minutes at a time with a prior appointment.