Curated romantic hotels in Italy

With a stay at Hotel Cristallo in Giulianova, you'll be on the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Giulianova Lido and 13 minutes by foot from Giulianova Harbor. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Piazza Roma and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Il Duomo di San Flaviano.

Located in Cortona, Relais Villa Petrischio is connected to the convention centre, within a 15-minute drive of Valdichiana Outlet Village and Golf Club Valdichiana. This golf hotel is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Santa Maria delle Grazie and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Church of S. Francesco.

Located in Cortona, Relais La Corte dei Papi is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Santa Maria delle Grazie and Cortona Cathedral. This luxury hotel is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Lake Trasimeno and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Parterre Garden.

With a stay at Villa Alba Boutique Hotel in Pescara, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Pescara Beach and Pescara Harbor. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ponte del Mare and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Piazza della Rinascita.

Located in Castelpetroso, La Fonte dell'Astore is within a 15-minute drive of Basilica Minore dell'Addolorata and National Museum of the Paleolithic. This spa hotel is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Cascate di Carpinone and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Fontana Fraterna.

With a stay at Hotel Eden in Alba Adriatica, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Alba Adriatica Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Tortoreto Beach. This beach hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Onda Blu Acquapark and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Giulianova Lido.

With a stay at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco in Montalcino, you'll be 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Fortress of Montalcino and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Monte Oliveto Maggiore Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 14 mi (22.6 km) from Abbazia di Sant'Antimo.

Located in Cortona, Locanda agli Amici is connected to a railway/underground station, within a 15-minute walk of Villa Bramasole and Santa Margherita Basilica. This family-friendly hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Lake Trasimeno and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Fortress of Girifalco.

Located in Castiglione della Pescaia, L'Andana is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Abbazia di San Pancrazio al Fango and Natural Reserve Diaccia Botrona. This family-friendly hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Red House of Ximenes and 8.5 mi (13.8 km) from Grab des Ildebrando.

This splendid 17th century manor lies in the Tuscan countryside, just outside Cortona. It boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, and a luxury wellness centre with outdoor and indoor pools. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Rooms at Il Falconiere are set in different locations around the estate, which is home to vineyards and olive groves. Each room is equipped with flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom.

Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, with sun beds and deck chairs. The Thesan Etruscan Spa offers a sauna, sensory showers and a Turkish bath, as well as beauty treatments and massages.

Set in a converted orangery, the restaurant serves traditional Tuscan dishes. Guests can sample the estate's own Baracchi wines, or join one of the Cooking under the Tuscan Sun gourmet cooking courses.

Il Falconiere Relais & Spa is 2.5 km from Cortona's historic centre, and a 15-minute drive from Lake Trasimeno. Parking is free.

Located in Cortona, Il Falconiere - Relais e Chateaux is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Museum of the Etruscan Academy and Villa Bramasole. This family-friendly hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Santa Margherita Basilica and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Fortress of Girifalco.

With a stay at Hotel Guerra in Francavilla al Mare, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Francavilla al Mare Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Oasi di Fido. This beach hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Cantina Rapino and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from L'Oasi Di Fido.

The Imperial is a modern 4-star hotel set just 150 metres from the seaside promenade in San Benedetto del Tronto. There is an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi throughout, and bikes for rent. All rooms have a balcony.

Rooms at the Imperial have a a flat-screen Sky TV, a minibar, and air conditioning. The private bathrooms are complete with shower and hairdryer.

The family-run Imperial Hotel features a poolside area where the buffet breakfast is served. The on-site restaurant is open during springtime and summer and serves traditional local cuisine.

If you book the half-board option you will have 2 deck chairs and a parasol on the private beach.

When you stay at Hotel Sporting in San Benedetto del Tronto, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Promenade and Riviera delle Palme Stadium. This beach hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Palazzina Azzurra and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Museum of Art on the Sea.

Located in Castiglion Fiorentino, Villa Schiatti is within a 10-minute drive of Tennis Club Castiglionese and Municipal Art Gallery. This family-friendly hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Cassero Tower and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Archaeological Museum.

With a stay at Hotel Mara in Ortona, you'll be steps from Riccio Beach and a 5-minute drive from Spiaggia di Lido Riccio. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Spiaggia di Punta Ferruccio and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Ortona Lighthouse.

Featuring a rooftop hot tub with panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea, the Valentino SPA Resort is a design hotel with a pool and a wellness centre.

With satellite LCD TV and a kitchenette, the suites at the Valentino offer modern comforts. Each is air conditioned and includes a minibar and balcony. All rooms include free access to the beach.

Guests at Hotel Valentino can start the day with a cappuccino or herbal tea, together with fresh fruit and pastries. Breakfast can also be served in guests’ rooms.

The Valentino Hotel’s spa includes a Turkish bath, a sauna, a hot tub, two sensory showers and massage services. In summer, guests can also enjoy free access to the private beach located across the street, with one parasol and two sun loungers included in the rates.

San Benedetto del Tronto Station is one kilometre from the Valentino SPA Resort. The A14 Autostrada Adriatica motorway is a 10-minute drive away.

Set in Fabriano, 13 km from Grotte di Frasassi, Marchese Del Grillo offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, all rooms include a desk. All guest rooms in Marchese Del Grillo are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian and local cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.

Staff speak German, English, French and Italian at the 24-hour front desk.

Marche Airport is 54 km from the property.

When you stay at La Melosa Resort & Spa in Roccastrada, you'll be next to a golf course and 14 minutes by car from Val di Merse. This golf hotel is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Podere Ristella Vineyards and Winery and 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Terme Petriolo.

Hotel Castello di Septe has a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Mozzagrogna. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. Guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hotel, rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The rooms at Hotel Castello di Septe have air conditioning and a wardrobe.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.

Vasto is 32 km from Hotel Castello di Septe. The nearest airport is Abruzzo Airport, 54 km from the hotel.