Our Favorite
Countryside & Seaside Lodgings in Italy
Cinque Terre / Liguria
Hotel ***
Very friendly small hotel about 10 km from Monterosso, right on a large sandy beach with gorgeous views of the bay and the castle from every room. Elevator and all amenities. Read more....
Hotel ****
Good hotel with very nice rooms right off the waterfront in a resort town just south of Portofino. Elevator; air conditioning; all amenities; Internet point; very near the docks and train station; free on street parking or paid garage parking. Golf; tennis and riding very nearby. Open year-round. Read more....
Hotel ***
Newly refurbished, small and friendly, only 11 rooms on the beach at Monterosso al Mare. Air conditioning; satellite TV; elevator. Read more....
Only two minutes' walk from Lerici historic center, this hotel is peaceful thanks to its beautiful Mediterranean gardens, olive groves and green lawns, and its terraces with stunning views of the Gulf of Poets, the castle and Lerici's old town. You can enjoy the hotel's generous buffet breakfast on the terrace until noon. The 53 guest rooms have air conditioning, LCD TV, mini bar and free tea and coffee. The beach is just 5 minutes' walk away, and the hotel also offers a free shuttle service to and from local train stations for your day trips to the Cinque Terre. Read more....
Right on the promenade in Santa Margherita Ligure, a five-minute walk from the bus station. Portofino is just 4 km away and can be reached easily by boat; the train station is a 7-minute walk away, for connections to La Spezia, Genoa and the Cinque Terre. The hotel offers a bar, Turkish bath, and fitness center whose gym has picture windows facing the sea. Its 54 guest rooms and suites are unusually spacious, clean and bright, featuring a mini bar, satellite TV and air conditioning. Most have a living area separated from the sleeping area, as well as sea views. Some have a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The generous breakfast buffet includes cold meats, cheeses and fresh pastries. Read more....
A boutique hotel on a calm, safe street in Santa Margherita Ligure, 5km from Portofino and 100 yards from the train station. Infused with a lovely calm ambiance thanks to candles and soft music, with stunning decor in chic contemporary black, white, chrome and perfectly placed accents of color. The entire hotel is absolutely immaculate, and each of its 26 luxurious modern rooms is equipped with a large LCD TV, mini bar and satellite TV, as well as free Wi-Fi and a well-fitted bathroom. Buffet breakfast is served from 07:00 until 11:00, guests can relax in the hotel's lounge bar, and there is a small beauty center. Read more....
Offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Tigullio, this seven-storey hotel belongs to one of Europe's most prestigious hotel conglomerates (unlike US motels, Best Western hotels in Europe are four-star or higher and must adhere to extremely high standards in order to stay in the group). The location is located right on Rapallo's seafront promenade, close to the train station and the dock where ferries leave for Portofino and the Cinque Terre. The 34 guest rooms are spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, all featuring air conditioning, an LCD TV with Mediaset Premium channels, a mini bar, a tea/coffee maker, and a private bathroom with chromotherapy shower. Some have a private balcony, and some have a partial or full sea view. A generous buffet is served each morning, and can be enjoyed on the sea-view terrace in fine weather. Guests can also relax with a drink in the bar, or in the small wellness area. Read more....
Located just 250 yards from the beach and 1km from the station in Monterosso al Mare, this modern hotel has a peaceful garden. Its 30 air-conditioned rooms have whitewashed walls and tiled floors, plus a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, a mini bar and satellite LCD TV. A buffet breakfast is provided daily. Read more....
Surrounded by olive groves and a private garden, this friendly guest house provides free parking or a free transfer from Monterosso al Mare station, 1 km away. Monterosso Al Mare is one of Italy's famous Cinque Terre villages, well connected to the others by train and hiking trails. The five guest rooms are modern and comfortable, with beautiful views of the Ligurian Sea. They have air conditioning, TV, mini bar and balcony or patio where you can enjoy the amazing scenery. Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer. There is also a pool and sun deck, and a very good breakfast is served daily. The only downside for some guests might be the walk back from the town, which is uphill. Read more....
In Monterosso al Mare, 500 yards from the start of the historic center. Guests are offered a free taxi service, but most are easily able to walk 15 minutes back and forth, then ferry or train to the other towns. The location is advantageous at night, when it is quiet. In addition, there is a garden and a terrace with sun loungers, and parking is free. The three air-conditioned guest rooms are spacious and super clean, with sea views, satellite TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a mini bar. Each one has a private bathroom and a balcony or patio. A glass of prosecco is offered upon arrival and when you're ready to set out for the day, the hiking trail access to Vernazza is just up the road. Read more....
This family-run B&B is a 10-minute walk from the nearest beach in Monterosso, one of the Cinque Terre towns. The station is just 1 km from the B&B, and guests arriving by train have complimentary taxi service to the property, which is surrounded by a lush garden with olive groves and flowers, offering gorgeous views, peace and quiet, a sun terrace and an outdoor pool with sun loungers. All three guest rooms are elegantly furnished and air conditioned, and come with an LCD TV and a balcony offering partial or full sea views. The grounds and rooms are meticulously maintained with attention paid to every detail. Wi-Fi is free, and a buffet breakfast is served daily in the modern breakfast room. Read more....
Lombardy
Set on a promontory where Lakes Como and Lecco meet, this intimate property has only four elegant and spacious apartments, decorated with light colors and wooden furniture. Each features air conditioning, satellite LCD TV, free Wi-Fi, a fully fitted kitchen, a bathroom and charming balcony with spectacular mountain views. A restaurant and laundry are right next door; grocery shops and a supermarket are nearby. Bellagio's beach is 300 yards away and the jetty, where ferries depart for trips to Menaggio and Griante, is only a five-minute walk. Read more....
With a pool overlooking Lake Como, the family-run CaFelicita is located in Gravedona, a few km from the shore. Boats to Bellagio and other Lake Como towns leave from Gravedona pier, while the immediate surroundings are ideal to practice mountain bike and motorcycle tours. The eco-friendly property has solar-powered apartments with a unique design and color scheme, a comfortable living room with an LCD TV, heated floors, a kitchenette with dishwasher, and a balcony or patio. There is a shared relax area with a hot tub, loungers, two balconies and a covered terrace where the views were stunning! All guests receive a free welcome fruit basket, while those who stay seven nights or more receive a free bottle of wine from Franciacorta. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are also available. Read more....
Set on the shores of Lake Como with views of Lenno, this property features a lakeside terrace shaded by weeping willow trees. It offers a private beach and accommodation with free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs. The five rooms at the family-run B&B are all spotless, beds are very comfy, and each room has a private bathroom. The apartment has a patio and a fully fitted kitchenette. A daily continental breakfast is available, served on the terrace in fine weather. Bellagio, where ferries depart for trips across the lake, is 7 km from the property. The city of Como is a 30-minute drive away, along the scenic SS583 road. Read more....
This small family-run hotel is halfway between the villages of Varenna and Dervio, offering direct access to Lake Como from its garden and sun terrace. The six spotless rooms are at the water's edge, compact and cozy, with free Internet, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee maker, a private bathroom with tub and shower, and a balcony with views of the lake. The restaurant serves exceptional gourmet food at reasonable prices (including wine). During summer, breakfast is served on the lake-view terrace. The hotel offers free parking, and it's only a five-minute walk to the ferry port which takes you to all the other resorts around the lake. Read more....
Set right on the lakefront just 150 yards from Villa Carlotta, and dating back to the mid 19th century, the villa has been lovingly restored by two brothers and is sumptuous in its details. It offers a large park with swimming pool overlooking Lake Como, and free indoor parking. All 11 rooms have a classic design with tasteful, comfortable furnishings and delightful attention to detail. They are all air-conditioned, and come with a flat-screen TV and a mini bar. Some have sweeping views across the lake to Bellagio and the mountains beyond, and some overlook the garden. The villa features a reading room, plus a dining hall and veranda with lake view, where a continental breakfast is served daily. The restaurant is open for dinner, while snacks are available during the day. There is a small mooring post in front of the villa for private boats and water taxis to tour the lake. Ferries and other boats depart from the dock 150 yards away, buses to Menaggio and San Moritz stop nearby, and there is a bus stop right in front for the main Como C10 line. Read more....
This spotless, quiet family-run hotel provides panoramic views across Lake Como from its peaceful location in the hills above Tremezzo. It is surrounded by olive trees and has an outdoor pool. There is free parking, and you can walk down to Tremezzo in around 15 minutes or take the hotel's scheduled shuttle bus. Most of the hotel's 20 spacious rooms have their own balcony and great views. All have flat-screen satellite TV and air conditioning. There is a TV lounge, an internet point and a terrace bar. Read more....
Quiet location on the shores of Lake Como, 1 km south of Laglio, also home to Villa Oleandra, a property belonging to George Clooney that was featured in the film Ocean's Twelve. The Relais offers a heated infinity pool overlooking the lake, a sauna and a six-person hot tub with a view of the lake. Free bikes and canoes are available. The six guest rooms are elegantly decorated with neutral color schemes and many have wood-beamed ceilings. All are air-conditioned and feature free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV with satellite channels. The swimming pool features counter-current water jets. Buffet breakfast and a light lunch can be enjoyed in the garden. The restaurant is set in the cellar, where wine tasting sessions are held. Dinner is served on the panoramic lakeside terrace during fine weather. Free parking is provided and a car is recommended for all guests. Read more....
Art Residence Casa Brenna Tosatto
Located on the western shore of Lake Como in Lenno, occupying a historic Art-Noveau building from the early 1900s, the residence offers four spacious designer apartments in a traditional Italian house, with fabulous views over the lake. Each apartment has wooden floors, a fireplace and kitchenette with a microwave and dishwasher. Wi-Fi is free in the entire property. Courses of drawing, cooking and yoga are available on request; a golf course is 4 km away; the spa and beauty centre La Dolce Acqua is a fifteen-minute walk away. Como is a 30-minute drive from the residence and the closest bus stop is 10 yards away. Parking on site is free. Read more....
Set in a panoramic position on the hill of Vergonese, a small village above Bellagio, the hotel is stylish and very modern, furnished in minimal design. Enjoy fantastic lake views from your private balcony or garden, choose from modern, bright, fresh, and clean suites or studios, all featuring the latest amenities, stunning lake views, large comfortable rooms, a small fitted kitchen, new bathrooms, good air conditioning, satellite TV, free Internet and parking. There is a lush Mediterranean garden and a lovely swimming pool with sweeping views, and the bar is great for breakfast or snacks throughout the day. Read more....
Overlooking Lake Como in a panoramic setting, directly on the lake in Lezzeno, the hotel includes an early 20th-century property and a lake-view villa built in 2009. It combines tradition and modernity with elegant furnishings and all the latest facilities, including free Wi-Fi in the 22 rooms. Relax at the free, private beach or take one of the bikes for a ride. The village of Lezzeno is beautiful and quiet and the hotel itself charming and wonderful. If you choose this hotel get a room on the waterfront for spectacular views. Everyone has free access to the beach with sun loungers and umbrellas. Canoes, kayaks and bikes are available free of charge. The hotel has no lift, but the staff is more than happy to help move your luggage. Dining at the restaurant on the terrace you can admire the view of Comacina Island while enjoying fresh-fish specialties. Read more....
Set directly on Lake Como, 150 yards from the centre of Tremezzo, with wonderful views of Bellagio and Mount Grigna. The hotel is 100 yards from the ferry stop and has a gourmet restaurant plus a private docking and mooring for boats. Villa Carlotta Gardens are just a 5 minutes' drive away. The nine stylish, comfortable, modern and extra clean rooms have wired Internet access and satellite TV with pay-per-view channels. Breakfast includes sweet and salted food. Read more....
Owned by 4 generations of women since 1880, Hotel Belvedere offers panoramic views of Lake Como and the sense of staying in a very grand classic Italian home. It is a short walk from the center of Bellagio, 400 yards from Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni. The private garden has a swimming pool with a hot tub. Parking is free. There is also a new spa with Turkish bath, sauna, therapeutic showers, and relaxation area. Face and body treatments are available in the wellness area. The 64 rooms, suites, and apartments are elegant and stylish, and each offers air conditioning and a satellite TV. Most have a balcony or terrace with stunningly beautiful views of the garden or the lake. The panoramic restaurant has a beautiful terrace with a superb view of the lake and mountains. It is open between April and October for lunch and dinner. Read more....
Historic Residence
Unforgettable views of the whole lake from this romantic hilltop residence surrounded by gardens. With only two 2-bedroom apartments, there are never more than 8 people here at once. The ultra-modern rooms offer air conditioning, Internet access and a private bathroom for every bedroom. Breakfast is available nearby. Read more....
Hotel ****
Small, friendly family-run residence hotel in a nature park surrounded by six hectares of olive groves. The views of Lake Garda are spectacular; the panoramic swimming pool and children's pool are surrounded by colorful bougainvillea, oleanders and geranium. Elegantly decorated rooms, suites and apartments offer all modern amenities; apartments also have a sitting room and kitchenette; many have terraces or balconies. Read more....
Veneto
Historic Residence
Panoramic, peaceful, elegant winery just outside Verona; fifteen-minute drive to the Arena (about 15 Euro cab fare); charming rooms and four apartments; air conditioning; satellite TV; mini-fridge and electric kettle in each room; Modem or DSL access in the rooms; visits and tastings at the on-site Amarone winery; swimming pool. Read more....
Historic Residence ****
Classic Venetian villa outside Treviso; no car needed; all amenities; swimming pool; bar; room service. Read more....
Tuscany
Farm Apartments / Historic Residence - 3-night minimum stay 
One of Tuscany's leading agriturismo wineries offers apartments and rooms in a perfect location for day trips; NON-SMOKING PROPERTY; air-conditioning; telephone; satellite TV; hair dryer; swimming pool; state-of-the-art spa; restaurant April 1-October 31; breakfast on request; 6-day cooking/excursion or Food & Wine Lover's program also available; visits to on-site wine cellars. Read more....
Historic Residence
Classic Tuscan stone country house totally restored in 2010. Beautiful views of Pienza, state-of-the-art biological swimming pool, only a fifteen-minute walk from the property. Read more....
Farm Apartments - 3-night minimum stay (7-night minimum stay in July and August)
Apartments for 2-6 on a winery estate just outside Florence; telephone; shared washing machine; restaurant; pool. Read more....
Historic Residence ***
Simple rooms in the former home of a famed 20th-century artist, near the beach in Camaiore; restaurant; parking. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Classic Tuscan country house for 7 plus a second house with an apartment for 2+2; swimming pool; fireplace; washing machine; dishwasher; wireless Internet; barbecue; satellite TV; hair dryer. Read more....
Farm
Beautifully furnished apartments in ancient farmhouses on a panoramic hilltop near San Gimignano. Air conditioning; swimming pool; restaurant; DSL Internet access; short stays accepted all year. Read more....
Farm - 3-night minimum stay
Classic Tuscan winery with spectacular views, soft breezes, friendly owners and well-appointed apartments for weekly stays and rooms for nightly stays. Swimming pool, winery visits, window screens, wireless Internet access. Read more....
Farm - 7-night minimum stay
Very authentic apartments in an ancient hamlet converted to a winery right at the very center of Tuscany. Great for seeing the whole region. Read more....
Historic Residence ****
15th-century villa with 37 rooms, including many family rooms; restaurant; heated swimming pools, one for adults and one for kids; tennis court; air conditioning; elevator; direct-dial telephone; satellite TV; hair dryer; Internet point in lobby. Read more....
Farm
Historical stone buildings on a panoramic hilltop along the old pilgrims way near San Gimignano. Air conditioning; swimming pool; DSL Internet access; short stays accepted except in July and August. Read more....
Historic Residence - 3-night minimum stay
Small farmhouse owned by antique dealer/professional decorator; restaurant; air conditioning; satellite TV; DSL access free of charge; swimming pool. Read more....
Farm Apartments / Historic Residence - 3-night minimum stay in rooms - 7-night minimum stay in apartments
Standalone villa for 6, charming rooms and spacious apartments next door to a 900-year-old castle; winery; swimming pool; satellite TV. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Very authentic standalone house for 10 on a working farm 20 km south of Siena. Watch or participate in the wine harvest, olive picking, sheep milking. Washing machine, dishwasher, swimming pool, telephone, restaurant 500 yards away. Read more....
Farm Apartments - 3-night minimum stay except in High Season
Beautifully appointed apartments and a separate house for 6+2, just south of Siena; dishwasher; swimming pool; tennis; Internet access; covered parking; shared washer. Read more....
Location for The Twilight Saga, New Moon filming!
Farm Apartments - 3-night minimum stay
Views on all four sides from these authentic farmhouses with five beautifully appointed apartments for 2-6; air conditioning in one apartment; window screens; washing machine; pool; onsite winery; cooking lessons nearby. Read more....
Farm Apartments - 7-night minimum stay (but shorter stays may be available on request)
Separate houses for 4-8 on a small farm with a flourishing orchard and garden for guests; telephone; satellite TV; Internet access and Internet point; window screens; dishwasher; shared washing machine; pool; tennis. Read more....
Farm Apartments - 3-night minimum stay
Upscale yet authentic apartments on a renowned Chianti estate; one separate house; on-site restaurant; swimming pool with children's and adults' sections; tennis court; sauna and steam bath; fitness room; all units are non-smoking; some have air conditioning, almost all have kitchenette or kitchen; all have direct-dial telephone with DSL line; satellite TV; window screens; safe; cooking lessons available; walk to town. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Truly authentic Tuscan farmhouse for 4+2 on Renaissance estate; air-conditioned bedrooms; dishwasher; satellite TV; telephone with ISDN line; wi-fi; washing machine; swimming pool. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Comfortably furnished home for 9 outside Empoli; all amenities; window screens; swimming pool; huge private garden. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Beautifully furnished Renaissance villa for 8 very near Florence; swimming pool; air-conditioned bedrooms; satellite TV; telephone with ISDN line; wi-fi; washing machine; dishwasher; can also be combined with a cottage for 4 on the same property. Read more....
Seaside Apartments - 3-night or 7-night minimum stay
Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments about 450 yards from the beach; swimming pool; air conditioning/heating; Internet access; several restaurants only 300 yards from the property. Read more....
Umbria
Villa Nuba Charming Apartments
Relax at these charming villa vacation rentals. The location in the Umbria countryside just 15 minutes' walk from the medieval center of Perugia makes the Villa Nuba cottages the only vacation rental of its kind in Perugia. The apartments are fully equipped with modern comforts and elegant antique furniture. Each cottage has its own independent entrance, a private external patio, a fully equipped kitchen, a whirlpool bathtub, a fireplace, and complimentary DSL or wireless Internet. During the day you can relax in the garden, under the cabana, or by the new ecological salt water swimming pool. In the evening, enjoy the new barbecue, preparing your meals with ingredients from the small botanic garden. Just a short walk from this typical countryside setting, immersed among grapevines and olive trees, is the medieval and Etruscan center of Perugia. What better place to stay: two Italian holidays in one! The owners live in the main villa, respecting your privacy but always happy to satisfy your needs. The charming Villa Nuba cottages will be your home away from home for long or short term stays in Umbria. Read more....
Historic Residence *** 3-night minimum stay
A dream come true: stay in a room at a medieval castle and take your meals in the baronial dining room. Great for those who wish to interact with the owners; swimming pool; satellite TV; some rooms have air conditioning and DSL access. Read more....
Amalfi Coast
Hotel ****
Classic Amalfi Coast resort hotel on the water near Amalfi; all amenities; restaurant; swimming pool; private beach and landing. Four-night private excursion program also available. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Comfortable apartment for 6 near Ravello with two bathrooms; close to shops and restaurants; terrace with panoramic views; air-conditioning/heating; washing machine; satellite TV; wireless Internet access; telephone on request; parking. Read more....
Positano
Hotel ****
Small family-run seaside hotel in Praiano; swimming pool; fitness center; Turkish bath; sauna; restaurant; shuttle to beach; open year-round; four-night independant Amalfi Coast Tour available in winter; no car necessary. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Very affordable home for 4 in the town of Praiano, a great location because it's the halfway point along the Coast; panoramic flowering terrace and garden; telephone with modem hook-up; air-conditioned bedrooms; dishwasher; washing machine. Read more....
Single Family House - 7-night minimum stay
Old World house for 6 + 1 in the Fornillo neighborhood of Positano; patio with lemon garden; 750-square-foot terrace with lush plantings and unforgettable views; washing machine; cordless phone (on request); TV; private garage. Read more....
High above the Tyrrhenian Sea in the pedestrian zone of Positano, this residence boasts 10 spacious, clean and bright Mediterranean style rooms, each with tiled floors, individual bathroom, and private panoramic terrace with some of the best views in Positano. All rooms include quiet and efficient a/c, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The residence offers a continental breakfast featuring home-made cakes, served on each room's balcony. Private parking is available nearby. Read more....
In the heart of Positano with panoramic terraces overlooking the town and the Mediterranean Sea, it features a small wellness area with a complimentary workout room and sauna, as well as a stunning infinity pool. The location is just a few minutes' walk to the center of Positano by the main road, or you can take the SITA bus or the long, steep stairs right down to the beach near where all the action is. Each of the 30 guest rooms is unique and luxurious. All are air conditioned, bright and spacious with a sea-view balcony, free Wi-Fi, an LCD TV and a laptop-sized safe. Breakfast is a huge buffet with a variety of cold foods including cereals, meats/cheeses, delicious juices, buffalo mozzarella, croissants and Danish with Nutella or fruit spreads. Bar service is available 24 hours a day. Drinks can be enjoyed out on one of the terraces. Guests have direct access to a partner beach. Read more....
This seafront hotel is close to Positano's famous Spiaggia Grande beach. It features interiors with turquoise and blue hand-painted ceramic tiles from Vietri, typical of the original Amalfi Coast architecture. The nine clean, spacious guest rooms and studios are all air-conditioned and offer breathtaking views of the sea or of the village's typical narrow streets. A continental breakfast is available until 11:00 and is served in the breakfast room with sea view. American breakfast is available on request, and includes eggs, sausages and cheese. Read more....
Very near the beach in Positano's center, occupying a stunningly beautiful 18th-century villa that was once the Palace of Napoleon's sister, this renowned hotel is surrounded by truly palatial landscaped gardens and enjoys panoramic views of the village, as well as a brand-new swimming pool which overlooks the Duomo. The grand traditional atmosphere provides an oasis of tranquility in the middle of a busy, picturesque coastal town. Most of the 31 spacious rooms overlook the sea, the garden, or the perched town. All air conditioned, they offer flat-screen satellite TV and a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, and there is valet car parking. A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the garden-view courtyard, and includes homemade pastries. Al Palazzo restaurant offers local specialties on a veranda surrounded by centuries-old citrus trees. During the summer, the hotel provides a boat for tours along the Amalfi Coast. Read more....
After the friendly team welcomes you, admire the view across the Mediterranean Sea from the terrace where you can enjoy a buffet breakfast. It's a walk or climb from the beach but the shuttle runs every half hour to bring you home. Each of the 18 rooms is spacious and all come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private balcony with lounge chairs. Some offer views of the sea. Start your day with a generous buffet breakfast; which is available until 11:00 for late risers. Throughout the day you can enjoy drinks and light snacks from the bar. Read more....
This fantastic location offers guests unbeatable views of Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast from their own private terrace, just a few minute's walk from the beach, restaurants and shops. It is only a five-minute walk down to the beach from this 150-year-old villa, built into the cliff side and conveniently situated near the center of Positano. The 12 guest rooms have all modern conveniences in a setting of traditional Mediterranean architecture with domed ceilings, arches and porches. Read more....
While many hotels in Positano are a steep climb from the beach, this one is close to the town center and an easy five-minute walk to the sea. Hospitality is of prime importance in the family-run hotel, whose friendly staff will make you feel at home. It is well maintained, spotlessly clean, and beautifully decorated with tiled floors, marble staircases and tasteful accessories. The 15 guest rooms are very clean, bright and spacious, all with satellite channels, air conditioning and plasma-screen TVs. You will have a choice of standard or deluxe rooms or junior suites, most with panoramic balconies overlooking the sea. Relax at the on-site restaurant where you'll savor fresh local specialties or an exceptional continental breakfast while admiring splendid sea views. Read more....
Just 60 yards from Positano beach and three minutes' walk from the marina, this family-run residence is in the heart of all the action, one flight of steps down to the beach. The villa is very well maintained and has a beautiful, private courtyard. There are two exits, one to the beach and the other through the courtyard into a winding street where the majority of the shopping and street vendors are located. The 13 air-conditioned guests rooms and apartments have bright furnishings, cool tiled floors, a fully equipped kitchenette and satellite TV. Some apartments come with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Read more....
The Spiaggia delle Sirene beach is just a five-minute walk from the hotel, which offers beautiful views of the Amalfi Coast from its position halfway up the hill in the heart of Positano. The family-run hotel, in a historic building with a luggage elevator, has 10 big, clean guest rooms with en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. Most have a private balcony overlooking the sea and the town. The location means there is no noise once the doors are closed, and the air conditioning keeps rooms at a good temperature. Read more....
Sorrento
This historic residence is set amongst well-tended grounds containing palm trees, flowers, and orange and lemon trees, and typical Mediterranean plants just 300 yards from Sorrento's Lido di Marinella beach and the ferry boat harbor. The swimming pool is located in one of the prettiest spots in the garden. The 10 large, well appointed and quiet rooms are elegant and provided with air conditioning and flat-screen TV. Some come with a spa bath. The library is filled with antiques and vintage books, and good Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Buffet breakfast includes homemade pies and cakes, eggs, bacon, ham and cheese, toast, cornflakes, seasonal fruit and fresh juices, and is served until 11:30. It is easy to park the car in the street nearby. Read more....
A spotless, quiet and luxurious boutique property in the historic center of Sorrento, only 30 yards from the bus stop to various locations in the peninsula. The four guest rooms are modern, spacious and bright, offering generous wardrobe space and excellent quality fittings as well as a LED TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a balcony. The en suite bathrooms come with excellent showers, complimentary robes, slippers and toiletries. A welcome bottle of Prosecco awaits in your room on arrival. The breakfast and hospitality are superb, rooms are immaculate, and the location is convenient, exiting onto a quaint but bustling shopping street. In cooler months, Montefusco Lounge is the perfect spot to enjoy drinks near the open fire, or to appreciate the quality of sound provided by the Bose system. In summer, a private beach located 1 km away offers discounted rates. Read more....
Opened in 2011, this completely renovated property overlooks Sorrento's Piazza Tasso. It offers six spacious, modern, spotless, brightly colored rooms with air conditioning, a mini bar, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi and large designer bathrooms. Some have private patios. Breakfast is excellent with a good variety of food available, and can also be served in the room. Even though this terrific location is right in the heart of the city on the main square, you cannot hear any noise in the room with the windows closed. Read more....
This luxurious hotel should be rated a 5-star! It boasts a lovely garden, large terrace and swimming pool with spectacular views of the Gulf of Naples, including the impressive Mount Vesuvius. And the beauty continues inside, where white leather suites and crystal chandeliers are only a small part of the beautiful furnishings. Right at the heart of Sorrento, the hotel occupies the corner between Via Tasso and Via Vittorio Veneto. Its 85 guest rooms come with Vietri tiles, LCD TV and free Wi-Fi. The common areas are spacious and relaxing. Read more....
Hotel Antiche Mura is set just off Piazza Tasso in the heart of Sorrento, and includes one of the town's four ancient towers. Thanks to its beautiful garden with lemon and orange trees, camelias, palms, and an elegant swimming pool, the whole hotel is quiet and tranquil, with the sound of blackbirds being your alarm clock. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, while the 46 exceptionally appointed guest rooms also have free wired Internet access. They are spacious, enhanced with beautiful timber work and equipped with large king beds and modern en suite bathrooms. A generous American buffet breakfast is included in your room rate. Around the pool you will find free sun loungers, umbrellas, beach towels, and a poolside bar. Read more....
In an 18th-century building at the very heart of historic Sorrento, only few steps from the public lift to the beaches and ferry docks, this newly-opened design B&B has a rooftop terrace for drinks and breakfast. The five spacious guest rooms are modern, elegant and comfortable, offering air conditioning, LCD satellite TV, mini bar, free Wi-Fi, a safe, several points for electricity, and a good-size bathroom. Breakfast is personalized, so you chose the night before what you want and the next morning your host is there to serve you on the terrace. There is valet parking, a must if you'll be arriving by car! Read more....
Set in a restored building just ten minutes' walk from the center of Sorrento, this stone guest house and its lovely garden are nestled between the Gulf of Naples and the Amalfi Coast. After a day of sightseeing amongst the crowds, you'll enjoy retreating to the property's quiet atmosphere. The 12 guest rooms are comfortable and spacious, and each one overlooks the garden from its own private garden or terrace. Buffet breakfast is included in the price, and guests enjoy discounted rates at a nearby spa. Read more....
Located just 500 yards from Sorrento's main square, Grand Hotel Riviera is perched on a cliff top looking out over the Gulf of Naples. Its beautiful gardens and terraces are surrounded by palms and eucalyptus trees and have views of the sea and Mount Vesuvius, ensuring you a peaceful and relaxing stay. Take the elevator down to the secluded private beach (well-equipped with sun loungers, changing rooms, showers and a bar), or bathe in the panoramic swimming pools (one of which is for children). The 105 guest rooms make the most of the scenery, with their bright minimalist decor. Every amenity you desire is there. The hotel has an American bar with a grand piano, a restaurant serving international cuisine and a lounge with a huge sea-view terrace. Enjoy a rich buffet breakfast with fresh-baked local products from 07:00 until 10:00; at the end of your day, enjoy drinks at the snack bar before relaxing in the outdoor hot tub. Read more....
Hotel ****
Beautifully restored villa hotel with only 14 rooms, 4 junior suites and 1 special suite, on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Naples. All amenities; elevator; restaurant; swimming pool; complimentary shuttle to/from town. Read more....
Seaside Apartments - 3-night minimum stay
Modern apartments for 2+2, 2+4 and 2+6 with sea view, in a quiet neighborhood of downtown Sorrento. Walk to all public transportation. Air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, swimming pool privileges nearby. Read more....
City Apartments - 3-night minimum stay
Ultra-modern design apartments in the heart of Sorrento; elevator; direct-dial telephone in living room and bedroom; a/c; central heating; satellite TV in living room and bedroom; hair dryer; swimming pool nearby. Read more....
Bed & Breakfast
Spotless rooms and one separate house on a friendly citrus estate; fabulous views of the Bay and Vesuvius from the terraces; air conditioning; rooftop hot tub; swimming pool 70 meters away; satellite TV; complimentary wireless throughout; complimentary Internet point in the lobby; shuttle service from Sorrento or the train station; fantastic breakfast; dinner available mid-May to mid-October. Read more....
Hotel****
Hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly hotel with swimming pool only 50 yards from the main square. Elevator, air conditioning, all amenities, swimming pool, beach privileges, parking. Read more....
Hotel
Sleek, modern rooms with playful op-art decor, one block from the epicenter of Sorrento. Five minutes' walk to all transportation and the public parking garage. Elevator, air conditioning, all amenities, roof deck. Read more....
Cilento
Historic Residence
Historic country villa with antiques and gorgeous views, near Paestum and the beach; a/c; satellite TV; direct-dial phone; Internet point and access in the rooms; swimming pool; restaurant; bar; covered parking. Read more....
Taormina
Set in a quiet location in Taormina's historic center between Mount Etna and the sea, just a five-minute cable-car ride from the nearest beaches and five minutes' walk from the Greek Theatre, the residence has a terrace with evergreen plants, prickly pears and lemon trees. Each of the eight modern, air-conditioned apartments is bright, spacious and immaculate, furnished to a high standard with antiques, plus a TV, radio, washing machine, full cooking facilities (large fridge/freezer, gas oven) and free Wi-Fi, as well as a balcony. Their underground parking is a big plus in Taormina! A great breakfast buffet is also served. Read more....
A boutique hotel set on Corso Umberto I in the old town of Taormina just a 10-minute walk from the Greek Amphitheatre, with a panoramic terrace overlooking Mount Etna and the bay, this well-run, immaculate, comfortable, and well-located hotel has just 10 guest rooms, all with excellent air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The rooms are well furnished and comfortable, ranging from large to a bit small. Bathrooms are compact but clean and the showers work well. A breakfast of local products and organic ingredients is served on the terrace or in the comfort of your room at no extra cost. Guests have discounts at a nearby car park, and subject to availability, guests can use the swimming pool at a nearby hotel at an extra charge. Read more....
On a hill with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, this family-run B&B occupies three floors, each with a terrace. Taormina's center is a five-minute drive away. The 10 rooms are individually furnished and feature particular tiled floors and mostly antique furniture. They are air conditioned and include an LCD TV, private bathroom and a balcony overlooking the sea. At breakfast you can enjoy smoothies, juices, homemade cakes and fresh fruit, all served buffet style. 50 yards from the B&B is a bus stop linking with the city center, and guests have a 40% discount for parking. Read more....
Since 1905, this luxurious family-run hotel has been surrounded by its own extensive subtropical gardens with views of Mount Etna and Naxos Bay. The tranquil location is in central Taormina, 200 yards from the cable car to the beach and a two-minute walk from the pedestrian area. Most of the 27 spacious, well equipped and immaculately clean rooms offer a furnished balcony or terrace. WiFi is free in the rooms and you are greeted with a welcome basket of fruit and bottle of local wine. Relaxation areas include the lobby, the cool winter garden, the sun terrace, and the terrace pavilion with palm trees. A TV room, a small library, Internet terminals, and a piano room are also available. A generous à la carte breakfast is served in the breakfast room, on the panoramic terrace overlooking the coastline, or directly in the guest rooms. The Schulers offer free mountain bikes and a free shuttle to the seaside. Read more....
With breathtaking views over the sea and Mount Etna, this aristocratic villa occupies a central location just a five-minute walk from the center of Taormina, slightly farther from all main city sights and just five minutes from the bus station and cable car down to the sea. Built in 1896 and completely renovated in 2007, the small luxury hotel combines warm Sicilian hospitality with modern comforts and traditional Italian design, elegance and charm. The 25 stylish rooms and suites have thick soundproofed walls and sweeping sea views and there is great WiFi everywhere, plus there is a beautiful Mediterranean garden with swimming pool, a free Internet point, American bar surrounded by Roman catacombs, and a panoramic lounge for relaxing. Breakfast is available in the main building and is buffet style. Read more....
An early 20th-century villa across from Taormina's San Pancrazio Church, 100 yards from the Greek Amphitheatre. The English-style building with large gardens and outdoor swimming pool was designed by the famous architect C.R. Ashbee, early member of the Arts and Craft movement. The 25 guest rooms are spacious and bright, equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and satellite TV. They all offer unique views of the garden, the sea, or the Nebrodi Mountains. In perfect English style, the hotel features a bar and a tea room. Read more....
Sicily
Historic Residence
Charming farm about 40 minutes inland from Catania; rooms with bathrooms; restaurant; horses. Read more....
Hotel ***
Newly renovated Mediterranean style rooms in a pine forest high on a hill outside Erice with one of the most breathtaking views in Sicily. Air conditioning, balconies, some sea view, restaurant. Read more....
Hotel ****
Charming inn occupying an ancient farm with views of Mt. Etna; close to Catania Airport; rooms for up to 4 people; air conditioning; swimming pool; restaurant; satellite TV. Read more....
Historic Residence
Beautifully furnished and renovated historic country winery with rooms for 2-4 people; sea views, restaurant, wine bar, swimming pool, air conditioning, satellite TV, Internet access, free parking, winery tours and tastings. Read more....
Hotel ***
Sleek, modern hotel right on the beach between Trapani and Castellamare; private equipped beach; swimming pool (March-October); restaurant; air conditioning; wireless Internet; satellite TV. Read more....