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In a prime position on the waterfront of Giudecca Island, Belmond Hotel Cipriani commands impressive views over the lagoon and Doge’s Palace, and is just five minutes by private launch from Piazza San Marco. The hotel exhibits Venetian style through its architecture — including Palazzo Vendramin, a 15th-century building linked to the rest of the... View Article

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As a chic retreat for the world’s elite and an island of rugged natural beauty, Capri doesn’t have to try too hard to draw you in during the sun-kissed summer months. This elegant cliffside hotel is one of the most captivating places to stay, with a striking white facade dating from the 1800s and views... View Article

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John Steinbeck visited Positano in 1953 and remarked that the village is “a dream place that isn’t quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone.” He also visited Le Sirenuse, where the dream-like charm is utterly seductive with a deep burnt-red facade, stark-white walls, bright colors, creeping indoor foliage... View Article

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The only hotel in Ravello with private access to the sea, this is one of the Amalfi Coast’s most celebrated properties, combining a romantic 12th-century facade with spectacular sea views and Michelin-starred cuisine. Past guests at the family-owned hotel include Ingrid Bergman and Roberto Rossellini. A recent upgrade saw the renovation of all rooms with... View Article

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Italian style is epitomized at this hotel in the nation’s fashion and design capital; signature accents include handblown Murano glass and Italian marble. The most luxurious suites also feature views of the majestic Duomo cathedral. Taste the Italian cuisine of the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Vun Andrea Aprea, before retreating to the cozy outdoor lounge Dehors... View Article

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This 16th-century palace is Venice is adored the world over, and it’s easy to see why: Old Masters frescoes in gilded frames adorn the ceilings and walls, Rococo-style decor is balanced with tasteful minimalism and the views of the Grand Canal are splendid. Enjoy them from the private garden with an Aperol Spritz, or from... View Article

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With the ultimate views of Lake Como, manicured 25-acre gardens with a Nympheum, Hercules Fountain and Telemachus Statue, Villa D’Este is as romantic as it is historic. Designed by Pellegrino Pellegrini in the 16th century, it has hosted royalty, aristocrats and celebrities ever since. There are decadent suites and private villas to choose from; a... View Article

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A former monastery, Belmond Villa San Michele dates back to the 15th century, and the facade is thought to be designed by Michelangelo. Many of the original features remain, including cloisters, vaulted ceilings, domed arches and terra-cotta floors. The Florentine antiques and Old Master paintings add to the Renaissance feel. The location is fantastic —... View Article

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Despite its close proximity to Rome’s tourist hot spots (you can see Villa Medici and the Spanish Steps from the hotel; the Pantheon and the Colosseum are nearby, as is St Peter’s Basilica), Hotel Eden is a sanctuary of seclusion. After an 18-month renovation last year, the Grande Dame hotel reduced its room count from... View Article

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Located on the Via del Babuino overlooking the Piazza del Popolo, Hotel de Russie has been the accommodation of choice for artists and writers for decades. The bohemian spirit lives on in the design — Olga Polizzi and architect Tommaso Ziffer merged Ancient Rome with Art Deco. It’s impossible to think of the hotel without... View Article

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The most sublime hotel in Florence, Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is comprised of the 15th-century Palazzo Della Gherardesca (where you’ll find the main hotel with 79 rooms and suites) and a former 16th-century convent (slightly smaller with 37 rooms and suites). Both are set among 11 acres of luxuriant, private gardens, where you’ll discover sculptures... View Article

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Clinging to the lush Mediterranean cliffs of Positano, this hotel has an especially dramatic setting, with panoramic sea views from its sprawling suites, terraces and even the tennis court. Glamorous decor and flourishing gardens add to the hotel’s unique appeal, as does the elevator carved into rock that transports guests down to the private beach.... View Article

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