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Luxury Hotels in Italy - a Luxury Explorer guide |
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"Open my heart and you will see, Graved inside of it, 'Italy'." Robert Browning
In our travels to create 'The World Atlas of Luxury Travel' we have found few countries more romantic, culturally fascinating, aesthetically pleasing and downright open-hearted than Italy. The Italians' love of family, from bambino to grandfather (and godfather), is not pretence; it is genuine and embracing. We love Italy and we want to share our hand-picked selection of Italy's greatest luxury hotels with you.
Not only have we selected the very best luxury hotels in Italy, but in creating our Italian Top6Trips we have also dined in the most sensational restaurants, discovered the vistas that are heaven sent, sought the best shopping and explored local wines and culture. Using our personal luxe-trotting experience and close contacts with these hotels you can avoid disappointing 'hit and miss' experiences and benefit from the best deals around. See below for an extravaganza of Italy's finest luxury hotels and destinations we truly recommend, spanning: Venice, Milan, Portofino, Rome, Lake Como, Florence, Tuscany, Positano, Ravello and the rest of the dramatic Amalfi Coast.
You can also explore our LE Villa Collection, Italy where you will find our exclusive collection of outstanding villas in Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast and Lake Como.
Borgo Santo Pietro, Tuscany, Italy
Borgo Santo Pietro in the heart of the Tuscan hillside is an exquisitely restored 13th century villa set in acres of captivating gardens, vines, and homespun organic fare. This elegant villa offers a slice of Tuscan life wrapped in authentic style and beauty.
Ca Sagredo, Venice, Italy
Ca'Sagredo is a splendid example of a classical Venetian grand canal-side palace dating back to the 15th Century. Icons like Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and Pietro Longhi have graced the walls with their enchanting allegories... and then the views.
Carlton Hotel Baglioni, Milan, Italy
Pole position for Milan shopping is Via della Spiga and that's where you will find this grand-luxe 5 star hotel, close to the heart of this fascinating city, Piazza del Duomo. The Carlton Baglioni offers cosseting comfort and a pampering spa.
Casa Angelina, Praiano, Italy
With views to rival anywhere in the cosmos, this is a five star wonder: each room creates a feeling of blissful calm with vistas across to Capri and lasting memories of dreamy sunsets. Picturesque Positano and Amalfi are a mere 4 and 6 kms away.
Castiglion del Bosco, Tuscany
Castiglion del Bosco has captured the beauty and unique splendour of Tuscany. A perfect base for cultural and physical pursuits, this unique estate with exceptional suites and villas has everything on offer, from its own winery to a gastronomic kitchen and outstanding spa.
Hotel Cala del Porto, Punta Ala, Italy
Hotel Cala del Porto is a beautiful resort above the lovely port of Punta Ala in Tuscany's Maremma region with panoramic views of the Island of Elba. Elegant and stylish, the resort has direct access to a sublime white sandy beach.
Hotel Caruso, Ravello, Italy
Hotel Caruso enjoys a breathtaking cliff-top position overlooking the crystal waters of the Amalfi Coast. This elegant and spacious hotel, offering fine food, is the ideal base to explore the cultural delights of romantic Ravello, 'city of music'.
Hotel Cipriani, Venice, Italy
This legendary hotel is located on the tranquil island of Giudecca, a romantic oasis close to St Marks Square. The idyllic location is complimented by warm hospitality, exquisite accommodation, sumptuous event rooms and world-class cuisine.
Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan, Italy
This grand hotel features opulent rooms and suites, furnished in a distinctive Lombard style. Take advantage of the soothing health centre and spa, the unrivalled business and banqueting facilities and the delicious regional cuisine.
Hotel Relais Santa Croce, Florence, Italy
An 18th century palazzo with frescoed ceilings and sumptuous furnishings is home to the elegant 5 star luxury suites of the Hotel Relais Santa Croce, just moments from the heart of Florence and adjacent to the exquisite Santa Croce Basilica.
Hotel Splendido, Portofino, Italy
Perched high above glamorous Portofino, this renowned hotel affords magnificent views over cypress-fringed hills and the colourful harbour. The Splendido is a spectacular venue for a wedding and parades a world class al fresco restaurant.
Il Salviatino, Florence, Italy
The hottest new luxury hotel opening in Florence for years - a lovingly restored aristocratic Florentine villa, perched high above the city in the hills of Fiesole in a perfect position with breathtaking views across the city. Il Salviatino is destined to become one of Italy's most prominent 5 star hotels.
La Locanda delle Donne Monache, Maratea, Italy
Where is Italy's true pearl? It is the ancient Tyrrhenian sea-town of Maratea. Why? It hosts La Locanda della Donne Monache: 18th century nunnery to luxury bijou hotel. Moorish interiors, verdant valley, coast, culture and the Risen Christ - pure pearl-essence.
Le Sirenuse, Positano, Italy
Perhaps one of Italy's most coveted small luxury hotels, La Sirenuse has wondrous views from almost all the luxurious rooms and suites; it is quintessentially haute-Positano in style and flavour and is, without doubt, the jewel on this beautiful coastline.
Luna Hotel Baglioni, Venice, Italy
The Luna Baglioni is the oldest hotel in Venice - a grand-luxe affair with frescos, chandeliers and a sweeping galleried staircase; but it is also warm, inviting and cosseting. Its prime location, next to St. Mark's Square, sets it apart...
Regina Hotel Baglioni, Rome, Italy
Perfectly located in the Via Veneto, birthplace of 'la dolce vita' with it's cult-status cafes and the Villa Borghes, the Regina Baglioni is a regal and refined hotel in neoclassical style with chandeliers, grand staircases and classical statues...
The Bulgari Hotel Milan
The Bulgari Hotel Milan is perfectly positioned within the city and boasts a stylish and contemporary design. The original building dates back to the 18th century and the hotel is set within a 4000 sqm private garden providing a tranquil escape from the vibrant city life surrounding.
Byblos Art Hotel, Verona, Italy
Byblos Art Hotel is an hypnotic, whacky blend of classical Venetian-style villa and contemporaneous uber-stylish-arty-luxe, set in the beautiful Valpolicella region, 7kms from the noble, operatic and romantic city of Verona.
Villa Cora, Florence, Italy
This beautiful nineteenth century mansion is situated in the hills south of Florence. It's rich, extravagant interiors provide the perfect Florentine escape.
Villa d'Este by Lake Como near Milan in Italy
History and beauty merge in lakeside splendour at this remarkable retreat where service, nature and a gloriously regal heritage have combined to create Lake Como's most exceptional grand-luxe retreat.
Villa la Massa in Florence Italy
Villa La Massa is discreetly removed from the frenzy of Florence though only minutes from its centre. This impeccably tuned Florentine Villa on the banks of the River Arno excels the demands of true luxury in true Tuscan splendour.
Villa Marina Capri, Italy
This bijoux island gem is perfectly positioned, near to the port with captivating sea views, on Italy's quaintest and oldest resort isle, Capri. An exclusive for honeymooners, though geared for everyone, offering exceptional accommodation.
Villa San Michele, Florence, Italy
A romantic former monastery with a facade attributed to Michelangelo, complete with formal gardens and original frescos. Guests can sample Tuscan specialities al fresco, with stunning views over the Arno Valley and beautiful Florence.
Villa Spalletti Trivelli, Rome, Italy
Just steps from the Trevi Fountain lies Villa Spalletti Trivelli, a 20th century villa set within beautiful, tranquil gardens. The rare elegance of the furnishings, exceptional service and every comfort imaginable create a truly perfect Roman retreat.
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