Holiday Type / Best hotels in Italy

A member of Rocco Forte Hotels, the hotel is located in the heart of the city, next to the Piazza del Popolo and just a short stroll from the Spanish Steps and Rome’s most fashionable shopping streets. The design is stylish and contemporary throughout, the Classic Suites incorporating a king bed, separate living room and mosaiced marble bathroom. Alfresco dining can be enjoyed during the warmer months beneath ancient trees and fragrant rose bushes in the beguiling terraced gardens. Internationally renowned chef Fulvio Pierangelini overseeing th...

The ‘grande dame’ of Venetian palaces, famed for its refined ambience, unstinting luxury and fanatically loyal clientele. Within this former residence of the family of Doge Andrea Gritti, flanking the Grand Canal, influential interior designer Chuck Chewning of Donghia has created magnificent new-look suites with sumptuous beds, spacious bathrooms and décor rich in archival fabrics and artefacts – some featuring splendid stuccos and hand-restored Murano glass chandeliers. The famous Ristorante Club del Doge and its terrace have also been remode...

Located in the heart of Florence, in Piazza della Repubblica, close to the Duomo and just steps away from the city’s chic boutiques and iconic landmarks. Hotel Savoy, part of Rocco Forte Hotels, is a contemporary hotel bringing a refreshing ambience to the elegant guest rooms and suites – classic contemporary guest rooms having bathrooms finished in marble and mosaics, Classic Suites adorned with sculptures and artworks. Irene, the new Florentine bistro spills out onto the piazza in the summer months and is one of the city’s most cosmopolitan s...

Located on Sicily’s spectacular southern coast, close to the temples of Agrigento, is Rocco Forte Hotels’ first resort style property. Equally appealing to couples and families alike, it is fronted by a magnificent stretch of private beach and sits amidst a verdant backdrop of olive and lemon groves. Woven subtly into the landscape using natural local materials, the rooms, suites and villas marry the warmth and ambience of Sicily with contemporary restraint; boasting private terraces and beguiling sea views, with designs overseen by renowned de...

Open year round, this exclusive resort echoes the true authenticity of a Puglian Village, thanks to its dazzling interiors that combine tradition with modernity. Expansive grounds reveal three outdoor swimming pools and an array of accommodation. In addition to elegant and contemporary rooms in the luxurious hotel, there are spacious townhouses, most with Arabian gardens and private rooftop terraces offering views towards the Adriatic Sea. Exclusive three bedroom villas, tastefully furnished in a palette of neutral tones, boast expansive living...

The era of romantic Grand Tours is redolently evoked in this charming, family owned luxury hotel overlooking Lake Como. Art nouveau charm extends through grand drawing rooms to the superbly-appointed bedrooms and suites. All of the Park View and Lake View Rooms in the ancient Palace have been recently refurbished; lavishly-appointed Rooftop Suites have a private terrace, outdoor Jacuzzi and dedicated butler service. Gualtiero Marchesi is the force behind seasonal menus at La Terraza in one of the most beautiful settings on the lake, while L’Esc...

Exuding an implacable air of serenity, the Belmond Hotel Cipriani is famed for its luxurious style. It stands in mature gardens on Giudecca Island just four minutes by private launch from Piazza San Marco. This is a destination hotel for the discerning and for the deeply romantic – legend has it that Casanova had a few dalliances in the Cipriani’s manicured gardens. A stunning showcase for contemporary and heritage Venetian craft, the hotel is richly furnished with Murano glass, Fortuny-designed pieces and Rubelli fabrics. Breathtaking views a...

This beautiful Moorish fantasy, tucked away in the medieval village of Ravello, is the height of sophistication in more ways than one. Set in glorious gardens and offering spectacular views over the Amalfi Coast, its origins as a twelfth century nobleman’s villa imbue an air of aristocratic refinement, lovingly restored with a successful blend of antique quality and modern style. Vietri tiles and antique carpets adorn the rooms and suites, while iPod docking stations and internet access bring the facilities bang up to date. Elegance also abound...

This luxury address in Florence is a peaceful garden oasis only a short walking distance from many of the city’s famous sights, shops and galleries. Comprising a fifteenth century palazzo and a former convent, the hotel offers atmospheric accommodation and a private park of eleven acres. No two rooms are alike, many featuring original frescos and friezes, tastefully blending Renaissance artistry with modern comforts. The Michelin¬starred Il Palagio offers regional dishes with a contemporary twist, served either in the elegant dining room or alf...

This Belmond hotel exudes a timeless glamour that has long been a lure for the glitterati. From its elevated position in central Taormina it commands breathtaking views over brooding Mount Etna and the sun-drenched resorts along the coastline. Stroll through verdant grounds in the footsteps of illustrious guests to the fabled Literary Terrace. Rooms and suites recall the magnificence of Sicilian Baroque and most boast a terrace or balcony to maximise the vistas. The elegance continues into The Restaurant where Mediterranean dishes are a special...

Owned with immense pride by Belmond, the hotel has long been a favoured haunt of royalty and glitterati alike. Frequented by members of the Bloomsbury Group, it has also been the choice of Tennessee Williams and Gore Vidal, Jackie Kennedy and many more. The hotel is located at the highest point in Ravello, high on an Amalfi cliff top overlooking the Mediterranean. Almost all of the beautifully appointed rooms and suites have a sea view, Exclusive Suites being the most dramatically positioned. Spectacular panoramas can also be enjoyed from the t...

From its hillside position high above the yacht-dotted harbour of Portofino, this former monastery exudes an air of elegance and refinement. A Belmond hotel, it retains its patrician air and Belle Epoque grandeur, the lavishly decorated guest rooms and suites having either a balcony or terrace to capture the incomparable bay vistas. Cuisine is exceptional – at La Terrazza succulent seafood and pasta specialities are served on the fragrant terrace overlooking the ocean; an experience of Focaccia, Pesto and Olive Oil tasting can be organised by t...

Beyond the massive wrought iron gates lies a secluded world, where over 145 years of tradition blends discreetly with modern comforts. Comprising two lavish palaces - the Cardinal building and Queen’s Pavilion – the Villa offers everything you might expect from a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Magnificent guest rooms and suites are individually styled with antique furniture, oil paintings, silk brocade drapes and deluxe marble bathrooms, the terraces, balconies and large windows maximising the views of Lake Como. Savour gourmet Ital...

Just fifteen minutes by courtesy shuttle service to central Florence yet a world away from its teeming bustle, this splendidly grand Belmond hotel commands captivating city views from its hillside setting in Fiesole. The colonnaded façade was designed by none other than Michelangelo, elegant rooms and suites are individually styled, many retaining original features. Garden Suites lie within the lush grounds, while for added luxury the Limonaia Suite is located in the convent’s former orangerie and features its own private heated plunge pool and...

This seafront villa nestles on a private beach in the beautiful Bay of Mazzarò, its refined nineteenth century grandeur conjuring up a bygone era of leisured luxury. Vivacious colours and spacious terraces provide a bright, airy ambience that is perfect for relaxation. Brimming with aristocratic charm, its rooms and suites – many with balcony or veranda – offer entrancing views over the sub-tropical Mediterranean gardens or the Ionian Sea. A Wellness Centre offering spa treatments and a heated pool with sun loungers and umbrellas is located dir...

Perched on the Conca dei Marini cliff face between Positano and Amalfi,with seductive panoramas of the coastline, this luxury boutique hotel exudes character. Originally a seventeenth century monastery Monastero Santa Rosa has been lovingly restored to encompass twenty deluxe rooms and suites, many with vaulted ceilings and all featuring sumptuous bathrooms with separate shower and bath. Gourmands and oenophiles will appreciate the outstanding cuisine featuring specialities of the Campania region inspired by the local fishermen’s catch. Suspend...

Regularly named the world’s leading resort, Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline. There is a sense of stepping into a deluxe, self-contained world complete with numerous hotel choices and over twenty restaurants, including a Gordon Ramsay restaurant and Forte Gourmet by the Oasis pool and Trattoria Italiana. There are also seafront venues specialising in succulent seafood, opportunities to feast on Brazilian and Japanese cuisine and a children’s restaurant with lowered-height tables. R...

A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline. There is a sense of stepping into a deluxe, self-contained world complete with numerous hotel choices and over twenty restaurants, including a Gordon Ramsay restaurant and Forte Gourmet by the Oasis pool and Trattoria Italiana. There are also seafront venues specialising in succulent seafood, opportunities to feast on Brazilian and Japanese cuisine and a children’s restaurant with lowered-height tables. ...

Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline. There is a sense of stepping into a deluxe, self-contained world complete with numerous hotel choices and over twenty restaurants, including a Gordon Ramsay restaurant and Forte Gourmet by the Oasis pool and Trattoria Italiana. There are also seafront venues specialising in succulent seafood, opportunities to feast on Brazilian and Japanese cuisine and a children’s restaurant with lowered-height tables. Recreational choices are unending, from more ...

The newest hotel in Forte Village stands immersed in exotic tropical greenery at the heart of the resort. Following extensive upgrading the hotel welcomes guests into a world of Sardinian charm, the bungalow-style accommodation being both cool and spacious. With their private patio and garden areas, the bungalows range from Deluxe to Deluxe Family Plus – the latter having two bedrooms, one more compact and inclusive of an L-shaped bed, each with their own bathroom. For enhanced family convenience there is also a choice of interconnecting rooms....