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August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Il San Pietro
Unabashedly catering for the jetset, the San Pietro is an architectural masterpiece, merging imperceptibly into the cliff face east of Positano. Each individually designed room has a flower-laden terrace, and even the bathrooms have magnificent views. Superb gourmet cuisine completes a sumptuous package. Private beach. Via Laurito 2, 84017 Positano, Salerno. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
THERE IS ALMOST no end of opportunities for outdoor activities in the magnificent landscapes of southern Italy. The region as a whole is liberally endowed with wildlife and a rich array of ancient archaeological remains, not least those of the Romans at Pompei and the Greeks in Sicily. The cuisine, too, with its eclectic heritage and diversity of tastes, provides the excuse to dawdle on the coast or in the rustic mountain villages. Though good hotels are not so thick on the ground as in the rest of the country, the choice includes some of the very best, particularly along the stunning Amalfi coast. In contrast is the south’s capital, the anarchic metropolis of Naples, which should not be missed. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Villa Brunella
The setting’s the thing here: this attractive modern hotel is built on steep terraced slopes among lemon groves, with fabulous sea views and large grounds. The spacious rooms make the most of the light and views, as do the large dining terrace and the pool. Lots of steps to and from the bedrooms. Via Tragara 24A, 80073 Capri, Napoli. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Tenuta
Gangivecchio Paolo Tornabene has made a peaceful, secluded retreat of this converted 13th-century monastery, now run as a restaurant-with-rooms. Inside are tiled floors, whitewashed walls and beamed ceilings. The classic Sicilian food, using homegrown almonds, vegetables and herbs, is mouthwatering. NC da Gangivecchio, 90024 Gangi, Sicilia. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Villa Las Tronas
Aloof on its rocky promontory, this castellated 19th-century folly has a grand interior and businesslike staff. Request a sea view (which costs extra) to avoid looking out onto Alghero’s apartment blocks. Alghero’s old town is nearby, and handy for morning espresso or cappuccino; breakfast here is not a strong point. NLungomare Valencia 1, 07041 Alghero, Sardinia. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Santa Maria degli Ancillotti
Hilltop retreat set in olive groves and vineyards. Excellent two-room suites with mini kitchens and terraces. Sterpeto 42, 06086 Assisi, Perugia.
Hotel L’Orto degli Angeli
Romantic hotel in a fine frescoed nobleman’s town house with a hanging garden at its core. A gem. 06031 Bevagna, Perugia. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Posta Marcucci
If you’re exploring the countryside around Siena, this hotel in a small spa town is worth seeking out for its service (friendly and solicitous) and its cuisine. Breakfast on the terrace is particularly good. Another treat is the open-air thermal pool in a quiet corner of the garden. Via Ara Urcea 43, Bagno Vignoni, 53027 San Quirico d’Orcia, Siena.
Hotel Belvedere di San Leonino 15th-century house. Well-equipped rooms, garden, terrace, pool. NLoc. San Leonino 23, 53011 Castellina in Chianti, Siena. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Paretaio
Country estate with a simple but stylish 17th-century farmhouse at its heart. Many guests come for the horse riding. Inside, bedrooms are rustic, with equestrian prints, worn terracotta floors and whitewashed walls; one of the nicest is in the old dovecot. Meals are communal, eaten round a long larchwood table. San Filippo, 50021 Barberino Val d’Elsa, Firenze.
Hotel Osteria del Vicario
The approach through modern Certaldo is discouraging, but press on to the old town and this simple, well-priced inn. Via Rivellino 3, 50052 Certaldo Alto, Firenze. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
Hotel Lord Byron
Originally a monastery, now a small, lavishly furnished hotel in the residential district of Parioli with an acclaimed restaurant. Via de Notaris 5, 00197, Roma.
Hotel De Consoli
A slick city hotel, perfectly placed for visiting the Vatican or for shopping in Via Cola di Rienzo. Whirlpool baths help restore tired bones. Via Varrone 2/d, 00193 Rome. Continue reading →
August 29th, 2009 — italian hotels
WITH THE CAPITAL , Rome, Wat its core, Central Italy contains a range of beautiful landscapes and towns rich in culture and history, including ancient palaces, churches and towers. Tuscany in particular offers a wealth of memorable hotels, ranging from hilltop hamlets converted for the purposes, to atmospheric pensioni in Florence and Siena. Umbria and the Marche offer some wonderful rural retreats in their gentle, pastoral countryside. The glossy island of Sardinia, included in this section, has plenty of luxury seaside haunts, plus a few simpler alternatives. If Rome is your destination, then the very best of hotels, from inexpensive to top-of-therange, are described here. Continue reading →