Radisson Hotel Group's repositioning on the Italian market has been reinforced with the unveiling of the stylish Radisson Blu Hotel, Milan, and its elegant new look. The hotel is strategically located with convenient access to Italy's financial, design and fashion capital.
The Reuben Brothers have acquired a historic property in the centre of Rome and entered into contractual arrangements with Corinthia Hotels, the five-star hotel portfolio, to develop, lease and operate it as an ultra-luxury hotel.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announced the debut of The St. Regis Venice, located steps away from Piazza San Marco and boasting the largest waterfrontage in Venice. The opening follows a two-year, full-scale renovation, restoring the grandeur of the former Grand Hotel Britannia, which opened in 1895 - the same year as the inaugural Venice Biennale. The hotel offers 169 guestrooms and suites, many of which boast private terraces or Juliet balconies for sweeping views of Venice's iconic landmarks. Situated across the Grand Canal from Punta della Dogana, the hotel marries its celebrated heritage with the St. Regis brand's modern design and bespoke service throughout a unique collection of five Venetian palaces, with the oldest dating back to the 17th century. The hotel's spacious secluded garden sets the hotel apart, making it a lifestyle destination where guests and locals alike can enjoy remarkable views of the Grand Canal. The St. Regis Venice marks the brand's third location in Italy, joining The St. Regis Florence and The St. Regis Rome.
Philippe Roux-Dessarps has been appointed General Manager of the recently opened Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, bringing more than 25 years of international luxury hotel experience to this flagship Greek property.
This September, JW Marriott will host Gather by JW, the second annual food & wine festival at JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa on the Venetian archipelago of Isola delle Rose. In collaboration with FOOD & WINE Magazine, the festival will take over the hotel and island from September 26 - 29 for three days of unrivaled food, wine, and well-being experiences led by a star-studded roster of chefs alongside the world's leading mindfulness experts and practitioners.
Recently Timbers Resorts, the leading developer and operator of luxury boutique properties around the globe, introduced Casali di Casole, a collection of 31 artfully restored and fully-amenitized Tuscan villas and farmhouses. In 2018, management of Castello di Casole, the hotel on property, transitioned to Belmond and the villas and farmhouses have been re-branded as Casali di Casole. Included in the portfolio of the exclusive Timbers' Private Residence Club, the residences of Casali di Casole are available for both whole and partial ownership as well as luxury rentals. Located 45 minutes southwest of Florence on a historic 4,200-acre estate, each property offers owners and guests the seclusion of a private residence with the lavish amenities and extraordinary service for which Timbers is renowned.
Among the streets and canals of the Dorsoduro neighbourhood lies the NH Venezia Rio Novo, a 4-star NH Hotel Group establishment where the history of film-making melds with that of Venice to create a unique experience. The hotel is located in an historical building built between 1957 and 1960, inspired by famous architects such as Angelo Scattolin, Luigi Vietti, Pier Luigi Nervi and Cesare Pea, who designed the façade. It is an example of the rationalist architecture movement in Italy, characterised by clean lines and geometric shapes. Its design was conceptually framed by the world of cinema and its deep connection with the city.
The 25hours Hotel Company is set to unveil a new 173-room hotel in Florence next summer, following the brand's recent opening in Paris. The property will be located on Piazza San Paolino, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella in the Tuscan capital.
Monteverdi Tuscany has unveiled the latest phase of its fifteen-year restoration of the semi-abandoned hilltop hamlet of Castiglioncello del Trinoro. The latest phase has revealed a further six suites, a culinary academy, an expanded spa, a lounge and a terrace bar providing views onto the UNESCO World Heritage site, Val d'Orcia.
Ensconced in a serene landscape characterized by verdant vineyards, sun-dappled orchards and brooding hills, Villa Arnica emerges as a sublimely private, adults-only retreat in the heart of Lana. The sister property to 1477 Reichhalter, the 10-room hotel bears the trademark historical sensitivity and elegant design for which the Dissertori family's projects are renowned, yet maintains a singular visual identity and concept. Originally built in 1925, the villa's vintage styling and understated glamor evoke a bygone era, while contemporary design pieces and fixtures provide a spark of refreshing modernity. A swimming pool and Pool House surrounded by lush, landscaped grounds complete the picture of an Italian idyll, and the garden-to-table culinary concept is the embodiment of la dolce vita.
Boutique hotel brand, Hotel Indigo®, opens its third hotel in Italy in the bustling city of Milan. Hotel Indigo® Milan - Corso Monforte, is centrally located close to the notable fashion district - the perfect location for those looking to explore one of the world's fashion capitals.
Boutique hotel brand, Hotel Indigo®, opens its third hotel in Italy in the bustling city of Milan. Hotel Indigo® Milan - Corso Monforte, is centrally located close to the notable fashion district - the perfect location for those looking to explore one of the world's fashion capitals.
Building more than twenty years of experience with Four Seasons, Massimiliano Musto arrives in the Cradle of Renaissance to lead the iconic urban resort.
Five star hotel Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese has re-opened following a complete redesign by French architect and interior designer, Jean-Philippe Nuel. Situated in a former 19th century Roman palazzo, Nuel has taken inspiration from the building's original architecture as well as the landscaped gardens of the adjacent Villa Borghese to bring a fresh look with a nature-inspired colour palette for the city retreat. The 78-room hotel lies on a quaint street in the centre of the city, just moments from iconic landmarks including the Villa Medici, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Edoardo Giuntoli, the hotel's General Manager says, "In a city which is home to some of Europe's most exciting historical buildings, it was essential for the new design to subtly incorporate Rome's rich history along with Sofitel's French elegance. What we've created is a chic fusion of the Italian La Dolce Vita heritage with modern French Art de Vivre." Each of the guest rooms features a Baroque-inspired ceiling that creates the illusion of a blue sky above as well as a signature Sofitel MyBed* bed and marble bathroom complete with Hermès toiletries. The hotel's Prestige Suites, some with private terraces, offer luxury amenities including leather key card holders, a choice of room fragrance and monogrammed pillowcases. Suite guests can also enjoy bespoke experiences, from touring Europe's oldest apothecary to vintage Vespa rides to well-known movie locations.
Davide, Managing Director of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, assumes additional responsibilities with operational oversight for Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel and Rosewood London.
Graduated from Glion Institute of Higher Education, Andrea Obertello began her professional career in hospitality a decade ago with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
Since flinging open its elegantly arched doors in May, Chapter Roma has been establishing itself as a vibrant creative hub in the heart of Rome's charming, cobblestone Regola district. Housed within a late-1800s heritage building, the 42-room hotel has been conceived by acclaimed South African designer Tristan du Plessis as an homage to the area's industrial past. Exposed brick, raw steel, brass and copper are set against an elegant canvas of vaulted ceilings, herringbone floors, and midcentury Italian furniture, while graffiti and statement artworks spark conversation throughout the public areas. The guestrooms are provocatively art-free for relaxing reflection—creating an urban oasis in the midst of the bustling capital—and an organic food market is planned to celebrate the surrounding countryside's exquisite natural bounty.
Rocco Forte Hotels has unveiled their second hotel in Rome today, Hotel de la Ville, following an extraordinary renovation to the historical 18-century palazzo. Located in the heart of Rome, atop the Spanish Steps with sweeping views of the Eternal City, the hotel's enviable setting is a destination in itself.
Room Mate Hotels has opened the new Room Mate Andrea in Trapani. The new property is the company's first hotel in Sicily and its fifth in Italy.
The Student Hotel is pushing ahead with its plan for a landmark 82,000 sqm mixed-use development, anchored by a 550-room TSH hotel, in Belfiore near the city centre of Florence, after receiving a key zoning permit from the local municipality in mid-May. This is the largest of five developments the Amsterdam-headquartered developer/investor and operating company has in Italy (Florence x 3, Rome, Bologna) and takes TSH's total investments in the Italian market to around €375 million, with six more projects targeted.