Curated luxury hotels in Italy

Surrounded by the scenery of the Dolomites, Hotel Ciasa Salares features a wellness centre with fitness facilities and an indoor pool. It also offers a sun terrace.

Rooms and suites at Hotel Ciasa Salares feature typical wooden décor and provide Sky TV, bathrobes and slippers and towels for the pool. They all come with a private bathroom.

Outdoor barbecue facilities and weekly summer picnics are also part of the services.

The well-equipped spa includes a hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath. In summer guests can sit out on the terrace, while in winter it is possible to enjoy the log fire inside. Free outdoor parking and a garage against payment are also available.

When you stay at Petit Chalet Schönegg in Zermatt, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise and 4 minutes by foot from Zermatt - Furi. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Zermatt-Furi Gondola and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Matterhorn Museum.

With a stay at Mirabell Dolomites Hotel - Luxury - Ayurveda & Spa in Valdaora, you'll be connected to a shopping centre, steps from Dolomites and a 4-minute drive from Kronplatz Ski Resort. This family-friendly hotel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Lake Braies and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Val Pusteria.

Hotel Kristall is right next to the ski slope in the centre of Obertauern, only a few steps away from the ski lift and the cross-country ski run.

This family-run 4-star hotel features a sauna with infrared cabin. There is also a children’s playroom, a table tennis room, a breakfast room with panoramic views and a hotel bar, which is open daily from 17:00.

An evening menu is available with small delicacies.

Free parking and a parking garage (at an additional cost) are available at the Kristall.

A practice lift for children is right in front of Hotel Kristall. Ski schools, restaurants, shops, and a sports centre are close by.

A stay at Caportigia Boutique Hotel places you in the heart of Syracuse, within a 5-minute walk of Syracuse Forum Ruins and Ionian Sea. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Porto Piccolo and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ginnasio Romano.

Located in Sveti Filip i Jakov, Molum Hotel & Residences is by the sea – a 5-minute drive from Salvia Spa Medical Wellness and 5 minutes from Ilirija Aquatic Center. This beach resort is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Marina Kornati and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ilirija Tennis Center.

A 10-minute walk from the centre of Saalbach, Hotel DIE SONNE offers a spa area with an indoor pool, and rooms featuring a balcony overlooking the mountains. Free WiFi is available in all areas.

The rooms are in a modern or traditional Alpine style and feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area, and a bathroom.

Spa facilities at Hotel DIE SONNE include various saunas, steam baths, and infrared cabins, a fitness centre, and a beauty studio. Guests can also relax in the lobby and enjoy the chairs and sofas near the fireplace.

All inclusive guests are offered a rich buffet breakfast, a variety of delicacies between 14:30 and 16:30, a 5-course dinner with regional produce, themed evenings, beer, wine, still water, local spirits, cocktails, coffee, tea and soft drinks. Drinks are available between 08:00 and midnight for all inclusive guests. There is also a taxi to the ski school and Skicircus Ski Area, a wellness programme, child care and use of the sun oasis and sun house.

Free private parking is available on site. Hiking and mountain bike trails start right outside. In winter, the cable cars and ski slopes can be reached with the hotel’s private ski shuttle free of charge.

In summer, the Joker Card is included in the rate. This card comprises many free benefits and discounts in the Saalbach-Hinterglemm region.

A stay at Palazzo Tafuri Boutique Hotel places you in the heart of Nardò, within a 5-minute walk of Castello Acquaviva and Welcome Center and Tourist Information. This spa hotel is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Santa Maria al Bagno Beach and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Baia Verde Beach.

Located in La Marsa, Golden Carthage Hotel Tunis is in the mountains – a 4-minute drive from Marsa Corniche and 5 minutes from Gammarth Marina. This family-friendly hotel is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from La Goulette Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from La Marsa Beach.

Located in Campofelice di Roccella, Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa is on the waterfront – a 4-minute drive from Castle of Roccella and 6 minutes from Himera. This all-inclusive hotel is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Cefalu Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Kartodromo Lascari.

Set in Lech am Arlberg, 24 km from Train Station Sankt Anton am Arlberg, Hotel Mohnenfluh offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. The hotel has a sauna and room service.

At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. All rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries, while selected rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge. All guest rooms in Hotel Mohnenfluh are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A buffet breakfast is available at the accommodation. At Hotel Mohnenfluh you will find a restaurant serving Austrian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The hotel offers a spa centre. Guests at Hotel Mohnenfluh will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lech am Arlberg, like hiking, skiing and cycling.

With a stay at AROSEA Life Balance Hotel in Ultimo, you'll be on the waterfront, just a 1-minute walk from Ultimo Valley and 12 minutes by foot from Schwemmalm Cable Car. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Schwemmalm Gondola and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Breitebenbahn.

Located in Tunis (Les Berges du Lac), ADAM Hotel Suites is within a 15-minute drive of Dah Dah Happy Land Entertainment Park and Habib Bourguiba Avenue. This luxury aparthotel is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from La Marsa Beach and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from National Theatre of Tunisia.

With a stay at Villa Neri Resort & Spa in Linguaglossa, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Mount Etna and Vivera Winery. This golf hotel is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from Letojanni Beach.

With a stay at Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort - by R Collection Hotels, you'll be centrally located in Rapallo, within a 15-minute drive of Portofino Marina and Minigolf Sport Team Rapallo. This golf hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Villa Tigullio and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Rapallo Castle.

When you stay at CERVO Mountain Resort in Zermatt, you'll be near ski lifts, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Zermatt-Furi Gondola. This luxury hotel is within the vicinity of Matterhorn Glacier Ride and Klein Matterhorn Cable Car.

Overlooking the valleys of the Mirna River, the Botique Hotel Vela Vrata is located in the picturesque town of Buzet and surrounded by the natural landscape of north-eastern Istria.

All of Vela Vrata’s guest rooms are equipped with satellite TV, free Wi-Fi and a minibar. The rooms have modern bathrooms with hairdryers.

There is an extensive wellness area which offers a hot tub and sauna. Guests can relax here after a busy day.

The Adriatic Sea beaches are a 45-minute drive away from the Vela Vreta Botique Hotel. Guests can also go hiking on the many footpaths in the area.

Offering a wellness centre with an indoor and an outdoor pool, Hotel Kronblick is 5 minutes' walk from Chienes town centre. WiFi is free throughout.

Every room features a furnished balcony, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The bathroom has either a shower or a bath.

The breakfast buffet includes homemade cakes, croissants and savoury items such as eggs and bacon. The restaurant is exclusively for hotel guests and serves Italian cuisine and local specialities. It is open for breakfast and dinner only.

Wellness facilities include 2 saunas and a steam bath. You can book cycling and hiking excursions at reception. A games room with table football, biliards and ping pong is available. It also has a library with reading lounge and a trampoline in 1 of the gardens.

A free ski bus to the Plan de Corones ski slopes stops just 100 metres away. Brunico is a 15-minute drive away.

With a stay at I Portici Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Bologna – a 3-minute drive from BolognaFiere and 5 minutes from Piazza Maggiore. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Via Indipendenza and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Montagnola Park.

This 5-star hotel in the Allgäu holiday resort of Oberstdorf offers a large garden with a natural pool. It boasts a scenic view of the mountains, new (2013) indoor and outdoor swimming pools, exclusive spa facilities in Alpine style, and 2 creative restaurants.

The privately run Hotel Franks has spacious rooms and suites with cable TV and modern bathrooms. Most have a private balcony with a mountain view.

The WellEtage Spa features a large sauna area with a Finish sauna, multi-purpose sauna, steam bath and a whirlpool. Beauty & therapeutic treatments can also be booked and the spa bar offers refreshing drinks, coffee, tea and snacks.

Children are welcome to enjoy the play room, adventure playground, and kids club (in the summer). Guests also receive a 15% discount at the nearby golf course.

The Frank's restaurant offers an exquisite breakfast buffet and a wide range of seasonal dishes à la carte using local, organic products. A half-board option is also available as well as a variety of 5-course gourmet dinners, a theme buffet on Saturdays and a 6-course gala dinner once a week.