Sicily
13 hotelsTaormina's clifftop grand hotels, baroque towns in the south-east and Greek temples in between. An island for touring with a car; pick one base or two, not a single resort.
Luxury Hotels in Italy
Italy's luxury hotels are inseparable from their settings.
- Best overall
- Il San Pietro di Positano
- Private pool
- Grand Hotel La Favorita
- Spa & wellness
- Nolinski Venezia - Evok Collection
Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 14 September 2026
Ranking updated 6 September 2026
140 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements
Ranked across the whole country: the same score as on the destination pages, scaled to Italy as a whole.
24 Recommended Hotels
Il San Pietro di Positano
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Best overallGoogle4.9· 2,363 reviews
Booking9.9· 104 reviews
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiSpaBeachfrontAirport shuttle+4 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Amalfi Coast, where it is #1 on the destination page. Leads the ranking: a higher guest score than #2 (9.9 to 9.6).
Private cliffside elevator to the beach
Michelin-starred dining with estate-grown produce
Sea-view terraces in every guest room
Regulation tennis court at the water's edge
Located outside the main pedestrian center
High demand requires advance seasonal booking
Free WifiFamily RoomsNon-smoking RoomsRestaurantFitness Center24-hour Front Desk+4 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Rome, where it is #1 on the destination page. Rests on more guest reviews than #1 (2,057 to 104), at a slightly lower score (9.6 to 9.9).
Steps from Trevi Fountain
Highly rated attentive staff
Private check-in and check-out
Varied breakfast with dietary options
Central location near major sights
No spa facilities mentioned
City-center location means street noise
Compact urban property, limited views
Outdoor swimming poolPrivate ParkingFree WifiAirport shuttleRestaurantNon-smoking rooms+4 more
Why this position: Sits behind #2 on both the score (9.5 to 9.6) and the sample it rests on (772 to 2,057 reviews). #5 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Rooftop pool with Vesuvius views
Hand-painted Vietri tile floors
Central Sorrento pedestrian zone location
Traditional Mediterranean culinary focus
Occasional noise from nearby streets
Private parking requires reservation fees
Outdoor swimming poolPrivate ParkingBeachfrontWifiFamily roomsRestaurant+4 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Sardinia, where it is #1 on the destination page. Sits behind #3 on both the score (8.9 to 9.5) and the sample it rests on (26 to 772 reviews).
Extensive resort-wide dining options
Direct access to a private beach
Comprehensive sports and wellness facilities
Spacious rooms with Sardinian design
Expansive grounds require significant walking
Premium pricing for resort activities
Nolinski Venezia - Evok Collection
Venice, Italy
Spa & wellnessGoogle4.8· 189 reviews
Booking9.5· 552 reviews
Indoor swimming poolFree WifiSpa and wellness centerAirport shuttleFamily roomsNon-smoking rooms+4 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Venice, where it is #2 on the destination page. Guests on Booking rate it above #4 (9.5 to 8.9), but #4 leads on Google (4.9 to 4.8), which the ranking weighs equally.
Dual indoor and rooftop pools
Comprehensive Swiss line spa facilities
Soundproofed rooms in central Venice
Some entry-level rooms are compact
Spa reservations required during peak hours
Free WifiAirport shuttleFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsRestaurantFacilities for disabled guests+4 more
Why this position: Scores higher than #5 (9.8 to 9.5), on a smaller body of reviews (152 to 552). #1 on the Venice page.
Two-Michelin-starred dining on site
Private Grand Canal garden courtyard
Meticulously restored sixteenth-century interiors
Direct water taxi access dock
Limited facilities beyond dining
Distant from Saint Mark's Square
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiBeachfrontFamily roomsAirport shuttle+4 more
Why this position: Scores higher than #6 (9.9 to 9.8), on a smaller body of reviews (86 to 152). #2 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Private beach with lift access
Complimentary secure on-site parking
Three cliffside Mediterranean restaurants
Panoramic salt-water swimming pool
Steep terrain with many stairs
Located outside central Amalfi town
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiBeachfrontAirport shuttleFamily rooms+4 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #7 (300 to 86), at a slightly lower score (9.7 to 9.9). #6 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Direct elevator access to private beach
Cliffside saltwater swimming pools
Private balconies with panoramic sea views
Quiet location away from Amalfi crowds
Numerous steep steps throughout property
Limited dining options within walking distance
Outdoor swimming poolPrivate parkingFree WifiSpaFamily roomsNon-smoking rooms+4 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Florence, where it is #2 on the destination page. Sits behind #8 on both the score (9.3 to 9.7) and the sample it rests on (287 to 300 reviews).
Four and a half hectares of gardens
Michelin-starred dining at Il Palagio
Restored Renaissance architectural details
Comprehensive two-story spa facilities
Distance from the Arno riverbank
High premium for garden-view suites
Free WifiBreakfastRestaurantSpaPet friendlyPrivate bathroom+4 more
Why this position: Scores higher than #9 (9.4 to 9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (151 to 287). #1 on the Florence page.
Brunelleschi-designed Renaissance palace architecture
Strategic riverside location near Ponte Vecchio
Traditional Florentine interiors with antique furnishings
Signature evening rituals at the bar
Premium pricing for on-site dining options
Limited private outdoor green space
Free parkingFree WifiSpa and wellness centerNon-smoking roomsAirport shuttleRoom service+4 more
Why this position: Scores higher than #10 (9.7 to 9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (82 to 151). #3 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Dramatic cliffside infinity pool
Richly preserved monastic architecture
Terraced Mediterranean gardens
Complimentary thermal spa access
Isolated cliffside location
Limited local nightlife options
Free WifiBreakfastSpaNon-smoking roomsRoom servicePrivate Parking+2 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #11 (94 to 82), at a slightly lower score (9.5 to 9.7). #2 on the Rome page.
Prime position above the Spanish Steps
Sophisticated 18th-century Grand Tour aesthetic
Comprehensive 550-square-meter Irene Forte Spa
Diverse on-site culinary and bar concepts
Limited vehicle access near the entrance
High demand for terrace suites
Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast
Amalfi Coast, Italy
BoutiqueGoogle4.8· 690 reviews
Booking9.5· 104 reviews
Free WifiOutdoor swimming poolPrivate ParkingSpa and wellness centerAirport shuttle3 restaurants+4 more
Why this position: Level with #12 on the guest score (9.5) and on the reviews behind it. #4 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Heated infinity pool overlooking the coast
Restored eleventh-century palace architecture
Original eighteenth-century frescoed ceilings
Terraced Mediterranean gardens with sea views
High-season rates are exceptionally premium
Steep cliffside stairs limit mobility
Free WifiOutdoor swimming poolSpa and wellness centerAirport shuttleFamily roomsNon-smoking rooms+4 more
Why this position: Guests on Booking rate it above #13 (9.9 to 9.5), but #13 leads on Google (4.8 to 4.7), which the ranking weighs equally. #3 on the Venice page.
Large heated outdoor saltwater pool
Quiet Giudecca Island location
Private wooden launch boat service
Clay tennis court by the lagoon
Dependent on boat transit to center
Premium dining and accommodation pricing
Outdoor swimming poolFree parkingFree WifiSpa and wellness centerBeachfrontFamily rooms+4 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #14 (212 to 124), at a slightly lower score (9.7 to 9.9). #7 on the Amalfi Coast page.
Cliffside pool and beach club access
Private glass elevators carved into rock
Historic Art Nouveau design and tiling
Sea-view wellness and fitness facilities
Steep cliffside layout requires stairs
Limited dining options within walking distance
Spa and wellness centerHot tub/JacuzziMassageSaunaFree WifiPrivate Parking+6 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #15 (869 to 212), at a slightly lower score (9.4 to 9.7). #4 on the Florence page.
Historic lobby with original Renaissance frescoes
Prime location near Palazzo Strozzi
Comprehensive wellness center with thermal facilities
Attentive and personalized guest services
Spa access requires an additional charge
Private parking is located off-site
Private BeachInfinity Swimming PoolSpa and Wellness CenterSaunaFitness CenterSun Terrace+6 more
Why this position: The highest-ranked hotel in Italy from Sicily, where it is #2 on the destination page. Scores higher than #16 (9.7 to 9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (51 to 869).
Exclusive private beach club access
Expansive olive grove setting
Comprehensive wellness and sports facilities
Distance from Noto historic center
Private beach requires vehicle transfer
Free WifiPrivate ParkingSpa and wellness centerNon-smoking rooms2 restaurantsFacilities for disabled guests+4 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #17 (1,579 to 51), at a slightly lower score (9.5 to 9.7). #5 on the Florence page.
Comprehensive in-house wellness center and spa
Two distinct on-site dining venues
Soundproofed rooms with walk-in showers
Extensive multi-cuisine breakfast selection
Valet parking requires an extra fee
Limited outdoor space in central Florence
ParkingWifi in all areasFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsRestaurantAirport shuttle+4 more
Why this position: The same guest score as #18 (9.5), on a smaller body of reviews (116 to 1,579). #3 on the Florence page.
Prime location near Ponte Vecchio
Handcrafted mid-century Italian design
Riverfront suites with panoramic views
Tech-forward in-room amenities
High-traffic pedestrian noise outside
Limited on-site leisure facilities
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Sicily, Italy
Google4.7· 1,056 reviews
Booking9.6· 186 reviews
Free WifiOutdoor swimming poolPrivate ParkingSpaAirport shuttleFamily rooms+4 more
Why this position: Guests on Booking rate it above #19 (9.6 to 9.5), but #19 leads on Google (4.8 to 4.7), which the ranking weighs equally. #1 on the Sicily page.
Adjacent to the ancient Greek Theater
Unobstructed views of Mount Etna
Michelin-starred terrace dining experiences
Access to a private coastal beach club
High demand for terrace seating
Substantial peak season price increases
Free WifiSpa and wellness centerAirport shuttleFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsRestaurant+4 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #20 (788 to 186), at a slightly lower score (9.3 to 9.6). #6 on the Venice page.
Peaceful courtyard garden in Castello
Thoughtful contemporary interior design
Comprehensive on-site wellness facilities
Quiet location away from crowds
Distance from St. Mark's Square
Limited dining variety on-site
Private ParkingFree WifiAirport shuttleSpaFamily roomsNon-smoking rooms+4 more
Why this position: Scores higher than #21 (9.6 to 9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (161 to 788). #3 on the Rome page.
Prime location atop the Spanish Steps
Michelin-starred dining at Imàgo
Panoramic rooftop views over Rome
Distinct family-owned hospitality heritage
Traditional decor style may feel dated
High tourist traffic in immediate surroundings
Free WifiNon-smoking rooms2 restaurantsRoom service24-hour front deskTerrace+4 more
Why this position: Rests on more guest reviews than #22 (345 to 161), at a slightly lower score (9.5 to 9.6). #4 on the Venice page.
Views over the Venetian lagoon
Prime Riva degli Schiavoni location
Historic character with modern refinement
Two distinct dining venues
Crowded promenade during peak hours
Vaporetti noise from nearby docks
Free WifiFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsRestaurantFacilities for disabled guestsRoom service+4 more
Why this position: Level with #23 on the guest score (9.5) and on the reviews behind it. #5 on the Venice page.
Overlooks the Grand Canal directly
Philippe Starck-designed contemporary interiors
Exclusive private pier for boat arrivals
Intimate, members-club atmosphere
Limited natural light in some rooms
No on-site fitness center or spa
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Compare the hotels
| # | Hotel | Stars | Guest rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Il San Pietro di Positano | 5★ | Google4.9· 2,363 reviews Booking9.9· 104 reviews | Best overall |
| 2 | Umiltà 36 - Preferred Hotels & Resorts | 5★ | Booking9.6· 2,057 reviews | — |
| 3 | Grand Hotel La Favorita | 5★ | Google4.8· 628 reviews Booking9.5· 772 reviews | Private pool |
| 4 | Forte Village Resort - Il Castello | 5★ | Google4.9· 999 reviews Booking8.9· 26 reviews | Beach |
| 5 | Nolinski Venezia - Evok Collection | 5★ | Google4.8· 189 reviews Booking9.5· 552 reviews | Spa & wellness |
| 6 | Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel | 5★ | Google4.8· 246 reviews Booking9.8· 152 reviews | Dining |
| 7 | Borgo Santandrea | 5★ | Google4.8· 361 reviews Booking9.9· 86 reviews | Views |
| 8 | Grand Tritone | 5★ | Google4.7· 889 reviews Booking9.7· 300 reviews | Romance |
| 9 | Four Seasons Hotel Firenze | 5★ | Google4.8· 2,801 reviews Booking9.3· 287 reviews | Design |
| 10 | The St. Regis Florence | 5★ | Google4.8· 1,189 reviews Booking9.4· 151 reviews | — |
| 11 | Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa | 5★ | Google4.8· 547 reviews Booking9.7· 82 reviews | — |
| 12 | Rocco Forte Hotel De La Ville | 5★ | Google4.8· 762 reviews Booking9.5· 94 reviews | — |
| 13 | Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast | 5★ | Google4.8· 690 reviews Booking9.5· 104 reviews | Boutique |
| 14 | Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice | 5★ | Google4.7· 684 reviews Booking9.9· 124 reviews | — |
| 15 | Hotel Santa Caterina | 5★ | Google4.7· 846 reviews Booking9.7· 212 reviews | — |
| 16 | Golden Tower Hotel & Spa | 5★ | Google4.8· 331 reviews Booking9.4· 869 reviews | — |
| 17 | Il San Corrado di Noto | 5★ | Google4.9· 181 reviews Booking9.7· 51 reviews | — |
| 18 | Hotel La Gemma | 5★ | Google4.7· 279 reviews Booking9.5· 1,579 reviews | — |
| 19 | Portrait Firenze - Lungarno Collection | 5★ | Google4.8· 306 reviews Booking9.5· 116 reviews | — |
| 20 | Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina | 5★ | Google4.7· 1,056 reviews Booking9.6· 186 reviews | — |
| 21 | Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel | 5★ | Google4.8· 454 reviews Booking9.3· 788 reviews | — |
| 22 | Hassler Roma | 5★ | Google4.7· 1,167 reviews Booking9.6· 161 reviews | — |
| 23 | Londra Palace Venezia | 5★ | Google4.7· 556 reviews Booking9.5· 345 reviews | — |
| 24 | Hotel Palazzina Grassi | 5★ | Google4.7· 559 reviews Booking9.5· 287 reviews | — |
More hotels we recommend in Italy, by destination
Every destination's best hotels outside the country ranking above. Each destination page ranks its own list in full.
Amalfi Coast
All hotels in Amalfi Coast (+6)Florence
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence
9.8
Villa Cora
9.4
Il Salviatino Firenze
9.5
Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy
9.4
Lake Como
Grand Hotel Victoria concept & spa, by R Collection Hotels
9.6
Villa Lario Resort Mandello
9.6
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - The only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como
9.4
Il Sereno Lago di Como
9.7
Milan
Mandarin Oriental, Milan
9.4
Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa - LHW
9.3
Four Seasons Hotel Milano
9.1
NEMI, Milan, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
9.2
Pisa
Grand Hotel Principe Di Piemonte
9.6
Bagni Di Pisa Palace & Thermal Spa - The Leading Hotels of the World
8.5
Rome
J.K. Place Roma - The Leading Hotels of the World
9.6
Bvlgari Hotel Roma
9.5
Hotel Raphaël - Relais & Châteaux
9.4
Hotel Eden - Dorchester Collection
9.0
Sardinia
Hotel Capo d'Orso Thalasso & SPA
9.3
Hotel Pitrizza, Costa Smeralda
8.7
Villa Las Tronas Hotel & SPA
9.1
La Villa Del Re - Adults Only - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
9.2
Sicily
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel
9.6
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
9.3
Verdura Resort
9.0
Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
9.1
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Data: Open-MeteoTripplo's luxury hotel selection in Italy — in numbers
140 verified luxury hotels in total127 five-star among the verified12 four-star among the verified
150,583 reviews behind Google and Booking ratings4.6 / 5 average rating
Most common facilities
- Free WiFi (135 of 140)
- Bar (121 of 140)
- Restaurant (118 of 140)
- Parking (110 of 140)
- Spa & wellness (93 of 140)
- Pool (84 of 140)
What these hotels do best
- Views (71 of 140)
- Dining (66 of 140)
- Privacy & seclusion (66 of 140)
- Spa & wellness (62 of 140)
Italy: which destination suits you?
Not every place suits every trip. Here is how the destinations differ, with the hotels we list in each and the guides that narrow the choice further.
Islands2
Sardinia
11 hotelsThe Costa Smeralda's Caribbean-blue water and some of Italy's most exclusive resorts. Best for beach and boat holidays in the north; distances are long and July prices steep.
Cities5
Rome
19 hotelsGrand hotels around the Spanish Steps and a new wave of design addresses in Monti and Trastevere. A city for walking and eating; choose a hotel with a rooftop for the summer heat.
Venice
17 hotelsPalazzo hotels on the Grand Canal and the Lido's beach a boat ride away. Unmatched for romance and short stays; crowded, expensive and not built for children's holidays.
Florence
15 hotelsRenaissance palaces turned hotels, the Arno at your feet and Tuscany's hills an hour away. A culture city first; go for art, food and day trips, not for a pool.
Milan
13 hotelsFashion-house hotels, the country's most polished service and Lake Como within an hour. For shopping, design and business trips; not a holiday destination in the usual sense.
Pisa
2 hotelsThe tower, a handsome riverside and two good hotels, best as a night on the way to Florence or the coast. Not a destination for a full week.
Coast1
Amalfi Coast
17 hotelsCliffside villages, lemon terraces and legendary hotels in Positano and Ravello, at prices to match. Best for couples; the beaches are small and the roads are not for nervous drivers.
Countryside2
Lake Como
17 hotelsBelle Époque villas turned hotels on the water, an hour from Milan: Villa d'Este, Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Passalacqua and the newer Il Sereno and Mandarin Oriental. For couples, boats and long lunches; no beaches to speak of, and the lake is cold for swimming until July.
Tuscany
16 hotelsCastles and wine estates turned resorts across Chianti, Val d'Orcia and the Maremma coast: Castello di Casole, Castiglion del Bosco, Castello del Nero, Borgo Santo Pietro, Il Pellicano. A driving holiday with a car essential; Florence and Pisa have their own pages.
Hotel Selection Criteria
How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Venice has the largest selection with 17 hotels, followed by Amalfi Coast with 16 and Florence with 14. Venice offers options like The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice on the Grand Canal, while Amalfi Coast features Il San Pietro di Positano. For a quieter coastal trip, Pisa has 2 hotels, including Grand Hotel Principe Di Piemonte.
Choose Four Seasons Hotel Milano, with a 9.7 booking score, for a central fashion-district location in a restored 15th-century convent. Select Hotel Principe Di Savoia - Dorchester Collection, rated 9.1, if you prefer a top-floor spa with a frescoed pool and free limousine shuttles, though it is further from the Duomo district and may feel dated.
Several properties feature acclaimed dining. Four Seasons Hotel Firenze in Florence boasts Michelin-starred dining at Il Palagio. Il San Pietro di Positano on the Amalfi Coast serves Michelin-starred dishes made with estate-grown produce. In Pisa, Grand Hotel Principe Di Piemonte offers a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, though you must pay additional fees to access its beach club.
Bagni Di Pisa Palace & Thermal Spa - The Leading Hotels of the World in Pisa offers a historic thermal bath complex and five thermal swimming pools. Alternatively, Verdura Resort in Sicily features extensive wellness facilities alongside its two championship golf courses. In Milan, Bvlgari Hotel Milano boasts a gold-leaf and emerald-green mosaic spa.
Sicily has 13 hotels. Verdura Resort offers expansive grounds and two championship golf courses, but its isolated location is far from major cities. Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa provides nine dining options and direct beach access, though it is busy during peak season and far from central Palermo's attractions. Cefalù Sea Palace provides a beachfront alternative.