"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 Top 6 Trips 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.
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Ca Sagredo, Venice, Italy
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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.
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Casa Angelina, Praiano, Italy
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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.
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Hotel Caruso, Ravello, Italy
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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'.
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Hotel Cipriani, Venice, Italy
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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.
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Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan, Italy
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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.
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Hotel Splendido, Portofino, Italy
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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.
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Kempinski Giardino di Costanza Resort and Spa, Sicily, Italy
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A soothing sanctuary resort in culture-rich Sicily; surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and an immaculately landscaped park. The hotel provides spacious guestrooms, full business facilities, a hideaway spa and fine local food and wine.
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Kempinski San Lawrenz Resort and Spa, Gozo, Malta
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This tranquil haven was built using the unique yellow limestone of the enchanting island of Gozo. The resort's facets include al fresco dining, lavish function rooms, a spectacular pool and spa, and a wide range of sporting options.
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Luna Hotel Baglioni, Venice, Italy
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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...
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Regina Hotel Baglioni, Rome, Italy
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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...
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Villa d'Este by Lake Como near Milan in Italy
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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.
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Villa la Massa in Florence Italy
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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.
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Villa San Michele, Florence, Italy
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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.
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