Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of the first JdV by Hyatt branded hotel in Italy - The Tribune Hotel. The newly renovated upscale property, operated by AG Group's AG Hotels, features 52 unique bedrooms. It joins Hyatt's existing portfolio in Italy: Hyatt Centric Murano Venice, Hyatt Centric Milano Centrale and Park Hyatt Milan.
Rocco Forte Hotels, the prestigious family-run hotel group, led by Sir Rocco Forte and his sister, Olga Polizzi, unveiled its newest hotel in Sicily, Villa Igiea, on 3rd June 2021. Olga Polizzi, Deputy Chairman and Director of Design, in collaboration with renowned architects Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen of Nicholas Haslam Studios, led the preservation and creative reinvention process. Originally built as a private palazzo at the end of the 19th century, the Florio family purchased and restored Villa Igiea transforming it into one of the most luxurious hotels in Sicily. The hotel soon became one of the epicentres of society and Belle Époque aristocracy in Europe. The Grand Hotel Villa Igiea welcomed royalty, dignitaries and Hollywood luminaries with Nicholas II of Russia, Edward VII and George V of Great Britain, Chulalongkorn of Siam and the Duc d'Orléans among its early patrons. Meanwhile, the likes of Baron Rothschild and John Pierpont Morgan would arrive by yacht. The 100-room Grade 1-listed landmark has undergone a meticulous renovation over the past two years; every effort has been made to preserve its unique heritage features whilst blending them with a contemporary flair to exquisite effect to provide the utmost comfort for guests. In turn, the palazzo has been brought back its former symbol of elegance and hospitality whilst evoking the feeling of the private residence, which it once was.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has opened voco Milan - Fiere the first voco property in Italy. The hotel is a short distance from the capital's main airports, Linate and Malpensa, has great access to Milan city centre, and some of Milan's key business hubs including the Milano Innovation District (MIND), the Milan Exhibition Center and Milano Convention Centre (MiCo).
Marriott International today announced it has signed an agreement with Progetto Majestic S.r.l. to bring the W Hotels Worldwide brand to the iconic Tuscan city of Florence. Expected to welcome its first guests in 2023, W Florence is set to become a buzzing centrepiece in the heart of the artistic city alongside the Ponte Vecchio riverfront and the Duomo.
Set in an iconic building at the heart of Italy's fashion, design and business capital close to the Duomo, Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan is now open after an extensive renovation by Studio Marco Piva, while still preserving the building's historical significance and its unique identity.
Aleph Rome Hotel, an elegant property in the heart of Rome, has reopened its doors after a major restoration, and faces today the international hotel scene as part of the exclusive Curio Collection by Hilton brand, a worldwide portfolio of luxury hotel and resort.
A hidden gem will open in Milan this October - an ultra-chic seven-bedroom boutique guesthouse. As we enter a new dawn for travel, small is undoubtedly beautiful and the demand for authenticity and personalised service is paramount. Neri Baccheschi Berti, whose family is behind the award-winning renowned Castello di Vicarello in Tuscany, has created Vico Milano, a fashionable under-the-radar hangout from which to explore Milan.
Benvenuti in the Eternal City. The new build IntercityHotel Rome Tiburtina will become Deutsche Hospitality's first hotel in the Italian capital once it opens for business in 2024. Located directly adjacent to Tiburtina mainline railway station and within the immediate vicinity of Rome's old quarter, this market launch by Deutsche Hospitality will offer around 311 rooms, a restaurant, a bar and six conference rooms. The project is being realised in conjunction with Progretto Tiburtina S.R.L., a subsidiary of MTK Group AG, with which Deutsche Hospitality has already successfully collaborated on the recently opened Jaz in the City Vienna.
Julia Simpson, President & CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) said: “It’s a welcome and positive step by the Italian government to remove quarantine for those from the UK who are fully-jabbed. Quarantines are a relic of early COVID and are not needed for those who have chosen to be fully vaccinated."
The first 25hours hotel in Italy will open on 8 September 2021. The 25hours Hotel Piazza San Paolino occupies a central location in the Santa Maria Novella district at the heart of Florence. This is among the most authentic and lesser-known neighbourhoods in the Italian city and a little off the beaten track. Just a stroll away from the train station, at the back of the Museo del Novecento, the 25hours Hotel San Paolino fills an entire block between the elegant Via de Fossi with its numerous antique shops and the popular Via Palazzuolo, connecting two neighbourhoods that have been largely insular until now. The 25hours Hotel San Paolino is situated in the former premises of Monte de 'Pegni - the lending company of the Cassa di Risparmio di Firenze - and has its central core of 66 rooms in the original monastery next to the eponymous church of San Paolino. These hallowed halls are now imbued with fresh creative energy thanks to controlled demolitions, new building elements and restored areas. Enhancing the historic core is a new annexe boasting another 104 guest rooms with balconies, as well as the Casetta del Giardino, a small apartment with a private garden and pool. All these ingredients have created a modern, cosmopolitan hotel with 171 rooms unlike anything currently available in Florence.
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, has been appointed by Leeu Collection to manage Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection in Florence. Set to open in 2023, the resort will stretch across pristine gardens on a rolling hill on the northside of Florence's historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located just three miles from the Duomo di Firenze at the gateway to Tuscany, the luxury hotel will connect travelers to Italian culture with proximity to world-famous galleries and museums, architectural masterpieces and renowned cuisine in Florence, as well as to wineries and restaurants in the stunning countryside of Tuscany.
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is pleased to unveil a highly anticipated expansion, the launch of 19 newly designed private suites. With the introduction of the new suites, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco has grown to offer 53 guest accommodations including 42 ultra-luxury suites and 11 one-of-a-kind private villas. Furthermore, for the first time, the full property will remain open for an extended season, allowing guests more time to enjoy these new accommodations and resort experiences through the fall and festive period. A highly unique and celebrated estate founded by Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco embodies Rosewood's A Sense of Place® philosophy, wherein the local sensibilities of the destination inspire the resort's many offerings. The resort's thoughtful expansion allows the opportunity for greater guest experiences while maintaining the intimate environment and high standard of service expected of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco.
Borgo Santandrea, a new cliffside hotel in Amalfi 90 metres above sea level, has opened, following a meticulous, 'slow' and respectful three-year restoration. The hotel is a passion project that unites two Italian families, who bring generations of hospitality experience to Borgo Santandrea. Borgo Santandrea opens with 29 guestrooms and 16 suites, each one offering uninterrupted views of the sea and ancient fisherman's hamlet of Conca dei Marini. The property has undergone a detailed renovation over the last three years, combining Mid-Century design details with classic Mediterranean style. White and blue hues feature throughout, alongside geometric hand-painted tiles, antique furniture, and hand-crafted pieces by local Amalfitano artisans. To reach the hotel's private beach, guests will descend the cliffside in a lift, or amble down a series of walkways and staircases amongst the fragrant terraced gardens of olive and lemon trees.
Locanda La Raia, a 12-room stylish pastoral retreat located in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, announces its official reopening for the Spring/Summer 2021 season. Located on the lush 180-hectare La Raia Estate in Italy's verdant Gavi Hills, the expansive property comprises Locanda La Raia, Fondazione La Raia, and the expansive Demeter-certified biodynamic winery and farm. Following the lifting of travel restrictions by the Italian Ministry of Health, the property reopens with new packages and experiences that highlight the best of the estate's picturesque and relaxing facilities, wine experiences, and gardens, hyper-local culinary offerings, and rich cultural heritage.
Rocco Forte Hotels announces a strategic change of management for one of its most iconic hotels, the Hotel de Russie in Rome.
After a six-month renovation Four Seasons Hotel Milano has reopened in the heart of Milan's fashion district, unveiling contemporary interiors conceived by designer and architect Patricia Urquiola.
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze introduces its new Executive Chef Paolo Lavezzini, who will take the lead of the culinary team and the Michelin-starred restaurant Il Palagio from August 2021.
Our neighborhood hotel is nestled a few steps away from the Vatican treasures. Ancient monuments and charming paved-streets will delight you during your stay in this food capital, amongst the Vespas and plazas filled with coffee shops. Mama Roma will both spoil and inspire you.
Just in time for the much-anticipated return of the high season in southern Italy, a landmark hotel is debuting a fresh new look and an invitation to experience it all. San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel is now open.
Alagna Mountain Resort & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals is located in the Alagna Valsesia mountain resort, a well-known destination for mountaineering and winter sports in the Piedmont region on the foot of the Monte Rosa, the second highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe. The hotel features 49 luxurious suites in a modern interpretation of the traditional "Walser" chalet style, with many rooms offering mezzanines and private balconies.