
Sardinia
14 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.
25 luxury hotels compared on guest reviews. No paid placements.
Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 27 October 2026
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BoutiqueRanked across the whole country: the same score as on the destination pages, scaled to Italy as a whole.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
Best overallThis luxurious 5-star hotel features elegantly furnished rooms with a terrace and sea views…
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).

Rome, Italy
Umiltà 36 in Rome offers a 5-star experience with a fitness centre, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge service ensure a comfortable…
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).

Amalfi Coast, Italy
DiningSet in the centre of Sorrento, with a sun terrace and heated outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, Grand Hotel La Favorita offers accommodation with a balcony. Wi-Fi is free…
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.

Sardinia, Italy
BeachForte Village Resort - Il Castello is set directly on the coast of Pula and offers luxurious rooms with abalcony. The resort includes a spa and wellness centre, and a water park…
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).

Venice, Italy
Spa & wellnessNolinski Venezia - Evok Collection in Venice offers luxurious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, minibars, and soundproofing for a…
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.

Venice, Italy
BoutiqueHoused in a 15th-century building overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice, Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel, member of the Leading Hotels of the World offers elegant rooms and suites, as well as a fine…
Scores higher than #5 (9.8 to 9.5), on a smaller body of reviews (152 to 552). #1 on the Venice page.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
ViewsBorgo Santandrea offers accommodation on the Amalfi Coast. It offers free parking, and panoramic sea views from the swimming pool and the sun deck…
Scores higher than #6 (9.9 to 9.8), on a smaller body of reviews (86 to 152). #2 on the Amalfi Coast page.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
Peace and quietOn a cliff overlooking the Amalfi Coast, Grand Hotel Tritone offers an outdoor pool set in gardens. The private beach is directly below, and there is free Wi-Fi and free parking with valet service…
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.

Florence, Italy
DesignIt offers a wide range of luxury rooms and suites…
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).

Florence, Italy
Set along the Arno River with stunning views of the Ponte Vecchio, The St. Regis Florence is set in a historical building designed by Brunelleschi. This 5-star hotel has a restaurant, a spa, a gym and…
Scores higher than #9 (9.4 to 9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (151 to 287). #1 on the Florence page.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
This luxurious adult-only hotel is perched on a cliff with panoramic views of the Gulf of Salerno. A former monastery, it maintains the original style, and offers a garden with swimming pool and a…
Scores higher than #10 (9.7 to 9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (82 to 151). #3 on the Amalfi Coast page.

Rome, Italy
In a stunning location just above the Spanish Steps, Rocco Forte Hotel De La Ville has 3 restaurants, a spa, and elegant rooms in an 18th-century palazzo with free WiFi and traditional wooden floors…
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.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
Perched on a sea-view cliff on the Amalfi Coast, Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast is set in a renovated building of the 11th century. The property includes an infinity pool, terraced gardens, and…
Level with #12 on the guest score (9.5) and on the reviews behind it. #4 on the Amalfi Coast page.

Venice, Italy
Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice is a 5-star hotel at the tip of Giudecca Island, with rooms and suites in 18th-century-inspired style, many of them looking out over the lagoon. Each room…
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.

Amalfi Coast, Italy
Offering breathtaking views of the Amalfi Coast, Hotel Santa Caterina is an Art Nouveau villa built on a rock that overlooks the sea. It offers many terraces and a beautiful pool, all with sea views…
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.

Florence, Italy
Golden Tower is a completely non-smoking luxury boutique hotel next to Palazzo Strozzi, in an exclusive part of central Florence. This property features a spa for extra charge, ultra-modern rooms and…
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.

Sicily, Italy
Il San Corrado di Noto in Noto offers a 5-star hotel experience with a private beach area, infinity swimming pool, spa and wellness centre, sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, and free bicycles…
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).

Florence, Italy
Hotel La Gemma in Florence offers a 5-star experience with spa facilities, a wellness centre, sauna, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out, beauty services, and a 24-hour…
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.

Brixen, Italy
The same guest score as #18 (9.5), on a smaller body of reviews (780 to 1,579).

Florence, Italy
Featuring panoramic views of Florence and the Arno River, Portrait Firenze offers luxurious rooms with handcrafted furniture. This hotel is 30 metres from the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge…
The same guest score as #19 (9.5), on a smaller body of reviews (116 to 780). #3 on the Florence page.

Sicily, Italy
Taormina’s Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina is opposite the Greek Theatre and offers panoramic views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. It features an outdoor pool and spa…
Guests on Booking rate it above #20 (9.6 to 9.5), but #20 leads on Google (4.8 to 4.7), which the ranking weighs equally. #1 on the Sicily page.

Venice, Italy
Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel in Venice offers luxurious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, minibars, and soundproofing for a…
Rests on more guest reviews than #21 (788 to 186), at a slightly lower score (9.3 to 9.6). #6 on the Venice page.

Rome, Italy
Located at the top of the Spanish Steps, Hassler Roma—partner of The Leading Hotels of the World—is a historic landmark of the city…
Scores higher than #22 (9.6 to 9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (161 to 788). #3 on the Rome page.

Venice, Italy
Located in a privileged position on the Riva degli Schiavoni, just five minutes' walk from St. Mark’s Square, the Londra Palace Venezia is an icon of elegance and charm. Here, the allure of history…
Rests on more guest reviews than #23 (345 to 161), at a slightly lower score (9.5 to 9.6). #4 on the Venice page.

Venice, Italy
Well located in the centre of Venice overlooking the Grand Canal, Hotel Palazzina Grassi provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi, and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service…
Level with #24 on the guest score (9.5) and on the reviews behind it. #5 on the Venice page.
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Nightly prices over the coming months compared with each hotel's own usual price, from Tripplo's daily price checks.
October
29% dearer
November
1% dearer
December
7% cheaper
January 2027
12% cheaper
Updated daily. We only show months with price checks from at least eight hotels.
Ranking updated 16 October 2026
25 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements
| # | Hotel | Stars | Guest rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Il San Pietro di Positano | 5★ | Google4.9· 2,463 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· 638 reviews Booking9.5· 772 reviews | Dining |
| 4 | Forte Village Resort - Il Castello | 5★ | Google4.9· 1,044 reviews Booking8.9· 26 reviews | Beach |
| 5 | Nolinski Venezia - Evok Collection | 5★ | Google4.8· 198 reviews Booking9.5· 552 reviews | Spa & wellness |
| 6 | Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel | 5★ | Google4.8· 254 reviews Booking9.8· 152 reviews | Boutique |
| 7 | Borgo Santandrea | 5★ | Google4.9· 387 reviews Booking9.9· 86 reviews | Views |
| 8 | Grand Tritone | 5★ | Google4.7· 917 reviews Booking9.7· 300 reviews | Peace and quiet |
| 9 | Four Seasons Hotel Firenze | 5★ | Google4.8· 2,826 reviews Booking9.3· 287 reviews | Design |
| 10 | The St. Regis Florence | 5★ | Google4.8· 1,200 reviews Booking9.4· 151 reviews | — |
| 11 | Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa | 5★ | Google4.8· 554 reviews Booking9.7· 82 reviews | — |
| 12 | Rocco Forte Hotel De La Ville | 5★ | Google4.8· 770 reviews Booking9.5· 94 reviews | — |
| 13 | Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast | 5★ | Google4.8· 714 reviews Booking9.5· 104 reviews | — |
| 14 | Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice | 5★ | Google4.7· 690 reviews Booking9.9· 124 reviews | — |
| 15 | Hotel Santa Caterina | 5★ | Google4.7· 859 reviews Booking9.7· 212 reviews | — |
| 16 | Golden Tower Hotel & Spa | 5★ | Google4.8· 334 reviews Booking9.4· 869 reviews | — |
| 17 | Il San Corrado di Noto | 5★ | Google4.9· 186 reviews Booking9.7· 51 reviews | — |
| 18 | Hotel La Gemma | 5★ | Google4.7· 286 reviews Booking9.5· 1,579 reviews | — |
| 19 | My Arbor | 5★ | Booking9.5· 780 reviews | — |
| 20 | Portrait Firenze - Lungarno Collection | 5★ | Google4.8· 314 reviews Booking9.5· 116 reviews | — |
| 21 | Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina | 5★ | Google4.7· 1,073 reviews Booking9.6· 186 reviews | — |
| 22 | Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel | 5★ | Google4.8· 465 reviews Booking9.3· 788 reviews | — |
| 23 | Hassler Roma | 5★ | Google4.7· 1,179 reviews Booking9.6· 161 reviews | — |
| 24 | Londra Palace Venezia | 5★ | Google4.7· 562 reviews Booking9.5· 345 reviews | — |
| 25 | Hotel Palazzina Grassi | 5★ | Google4.7· 572 reviews Booking9.5· 287 reviews | — |
Every destination's best hotels outside the country ranking above. Each destination page ranks its own list in full.

Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence

Villa Cora

Il Salviatino Firenze

Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy

Grand Hotel Victoria concept & spa, by R Collection Hotels

Villa Lario Resort Mandello

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - The only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como

Il Sereno Lago di Como

Mandarin Oriental, Milan

Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa - LHW

Four Seasons Hotel Milano

NEMI, Milan, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Grand Hotel Principe Di Piemonte

Prato dei Miracoli Residenza d'Epoca

Palazzo Feroci – Residenza d'epoca

Bagni Di Pisa Palace & Thermal Spa - The Leading Hotels of the World

Bvlgari Hotel Roma

Hotel Raphaël - Relais & Châteaux

Hotel Eden - Dorchester Collection

Six Senses Rome

Hotel Capo d'Orso Thalasso & SPA

Hotel Pitrizza, Costa Smeralda

Villa Las Tronas Hotel & SPA

La Villa Del Re - Adults Only - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

Rocco Forte Villa Igiea

Verdura Resort

Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
Right now: 12°
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.

The 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.

Taormina'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.

Grand 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.

Palazzo hotels on the Grand Canal and the Lido's beach a boat ride away. Made for romance and short stays; crowded, expensive and not built for children's holidays.

Renaissance 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.

Fashion-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.

The 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.

Cliffside 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.

Castles 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.

Belle 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.
How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.
Read our methodologyBased on outgoing hotel clicks over the last 7 days.

Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina

La Villa Del Re - Adults Only - Small Luxury Hotels of the World