The most glamorous and amorous places to stay, in the world’s most romantic country.
Our ultimate picks for a stay in Venice, the beach, Umbria, the mountains, Rome and the Italian Lakes.
These aren’t Italy’s most expensive and over the top suites. They’re intimate, private and memorable. And only one bedroom is necessary for a romantic weekend away.
Pizza, pasta, gelato, arancini, ossobuco, risotto…whatever favourite food you’re planning for the in-room dining, these are the suites to book.
Alcova Tiepolo Suite at Aman Venice
Exquisite frescoes by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo cover the ceilings of this spacious suite at Aman Venice.
Tiepolo is considered to be the greatest decorative painter of 18th-century Europe and his Rococo-style paintings are framed by gilded ceilings and countless antique details.
Along with the king-sized bedroom and dressing room, there’s a hand-painted sitting room with fireplace, an idyllic place to retire to after an evening exploring Venice.
Ava Gardner Suite at Splendido Mare, Portofino
The newly renovated Ava Gardner Suite is the ultimate place to be on the Italian Riviera.
The location is unparalleled, overlooking the sea on one of the Riviera’s most celebrated streets. Return from the salty sea straight to a marble bathroom and bathtub, then open a bottle or two on the terrace.
As super yachts lull in the harbour and chatter emanates from the street below, the Ava Gardner Suite terrace is quite simply the most private place to soak up the Portofino vibe.
Tower Suite at Castello il Reschio, Umbria
A castle tower built in 900AD, rising five floors above the Umbrian countryside. Now a divine suite with the ultimate Umbrian view.
Ascend through a living room, dayroom, bedroom, up and up to a rooftop garden with an open-air tub and outrageous countryside views.
This is a suite you don’t leave. Spend a day languishing on the terrace, high above the rest of Castello il Reschio. Spend an evening ordering food and drinks to any floor you want,
Penthouse Suite at Forestis Dolomites
Forestis Dolomites is designed to allow the spectacular surrounding mountains to dominate from every angle. There’s no better place to adore the view than this Penthouse Suite.
The first floor will be more than romantic enough for almost anyone. Living area with open fireplace and bar, large terrace overlooking the Dolomites, king-sized bed with a stupendous view.
On the upper floor there’s a private pool with sun loungers, a spruce wood sauna and shower. Everywhere is open yet nobody can see into this suite on the hotel’s top floor.
Popolo Suite with Terrace at Hotel De Russie, Rome
Overlooking Piazza del Popolo in the heart of Rome. With the one thing Rome rarely offers: private space.
Of course there’s a marble bathroom and bespoke Roman furniture. Very few places in the city can rival the view, Most importantly, this suite gives you 145 sqm of privacy.
Retreat from the bustling streets below to dine on your private terrace, overlooking the Rome rooftops. Then lounge around a suite that combines Rome’s classical and contemporary sides.
Darsena Lago Suite at il Sereno, Lake Como
Allow the soft sounds and sights of Lake Como to set the romantic mood in this water-level suite at the Italian Lakes’ most contemporary hotel.
The suite has two bathrooms, dining room, wet-bar, walk-in closet, large master bedroom and an interior by Patricia Urquiola. At a 30-suite hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant.
It’s the waterside terrace that’s most impressive. You are literally at the water’s edge, with all the space you need to lounge, sunbathe, dine and drink.
Other Romantic Suites in Italy
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