Looking every bit the stately, historic, and luxurious hotel it is, the 75-room Grand Hotel Fasano impresses from arrival. The 19th-century property is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is perched right on the shore of Lake Garda. Though it's secluded, it's within easy access to the nearest town and its dock for excursions around the lake. A room with a lake-view balcony is worth the upgrade, though all are elegant and airy, plus equipped with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Guests need not worry about driving into town for dinner if they don't want to: Although pricey, the property's several on-site restaurants are all exquisite -- and with plenty of features, including an Aveda spa, it's hard to feel anything but relaxed here.
Looking every bit the stately, historic, and luxurious hotel it is, the 75-room Grand Hotel Fasano impresses from arrival. The 19th-century property is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is perched right on the shore of Lake Garda. Though it's secluded, it's within easy access to the nearest town and its dock for excursions around the lake. A room with a lake-view balcony is worth the upgrade, though all are elegant and airy, plus equipped with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Guests need not worry about driving into town for dinner if they don't want to: Although pricey, the property's several on-site restaurants are all exquisite -- and with plenty of features, including an Aveda spa, it's hard to feel anything but relaxed here.
The four-pearl Grand Hotel Dino has a scenic setting along Lake Maggiore, offering picturesque vistas from its grassy grounds and polished interiors. Though the elegant, classic decor might not suit all tastes, common spaces and guest rooms are clean and refined. Three on-site restaurants serve regional fare, plus there are two bars. Guests seeking to relax can make use of the wellness facilities, fitness center, and indoor and outdoor pools. Extensive conference facilities and event space means that the property is often busy with various functions and meetings. Many of the 383 guest rooms have furnished balconies with lovely lake views, but Wi-Fi costs extra and there are no coffee/tea facilities. Guests might also want to compare with some of the hotel's sister properties, like neighboring Hotel Splendid or Hotel Simplon.
The four-pearl Grand Hotel Dino has a scenic setting along Lake Maggiore, offering picturesque vistas from its grassy grounds and polished interiors. Though the elegant, classic decor might not suit all tastes, common spaces and guest rooms are clean and refined. Three on-site restaurants serve regional fare, plus there are two bars. Guests seeking to relax can make use of the wellness facilities, fitness center, and indoor and outdoor pools. Extensive conference facilities and event space means that the property is often busy with various functions and meetings. Many of the 383 guest rooms have furnished balconies with lovely lake views, but Wi-Fi costs extra and there are no coffee/tea facilities. Guests might also want to compare with some of the hotel's sister properties, like neighboring Hotel Splendid or Hotel Simplon.
A well-respected hotel on Italy's Amalfi Coast, the 77-room Hotel Raito is a romantic and exclusive getaway high up on a coastal cliff. Most rooms have balconies overlooking the sea and some of the suites have whirlpool hot tubs; decor here isn't as luxe as what one may expect at an upscale property. There's also a spa on-site as well as a beautiful pool area with fantastic views of the Gulf of Salerno. Because of its romantic ambiance, the Raito is a popular wedding spot, and some guests have complained of noisy post-nuptial parties.
A well-respected hotel on Italy's Amalfi Coast, the 77-room Hotel Raito is a romantic and exclusive getaway high up on a coastal cliff. Most rooms have balconies overlooking the sea and some of the suites have whirlpool hot tubs; decor here isn't as luxe as what one may expect at an upscale property. There's also a spa on-site as well as a beautiful pool area with fantastic views of the Gulf of Salerno. Because of its romantic ambiance, the Raito is a popular wedding spot, and some guests have complained of noisy post-nuptial parties.
The three-pearl, 71-room Europa Palace Grand Hotel is a historic hotel with stunning views over the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Located in the center of Sorrento close to dining, shopping, and the historic town center, the hotel's multiple terraces are ideal for taking in those views. Rooms are spacious and some offer amazing views of the sea from tiny balconies, but they are dated and some are housed in an uninspiring annex. The outdoor pool and pier offer still more spectacular views, and there's an on-site restaurant serving free breakfast. As an alternative, the Grand Hotel Royal next door has a more upscale atmosphere and is less expensive.
The three-pearl, 71-room Europa Palace Grand Hotel is a historic hotel with stunning views over the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Located in the center of Sorrento close to dining, shopping, and the historic town center, the hotel's multiple terraces are ideal for taking in those views. Rooms are spacious and some offer amazing views of the sea from tiny balconies, but they are dated and some are housed in an uninspiring annex. The outdoor pool and pier offer still more spectacular views, and there's an on-site restaurant serving free breakfast. As an alternative, the Grand Hotel Royal next door has a more upscale atmosphere and is less expensive.
The 80-room mid-range Hotel Continental is located in the heart of downtown Sorrento and manages to retain Old World Italian charm while providing guests with plenty of modern amenities. Highlights include a big outdoor pool with an adjacent whirlpool tub and plenty of loungers, plus a rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the Gulf of Naples. There's also a private elevator that goes down to a shared beach, plus a buffet breakfast is included in room rates. Rooms are somewhat tight on space, furnished with classic, if a bit plain, decor and minibars.Travelers looking for a hotel with larger rooms may want to consider the Grand Hotel La Favorita, which has similar amenities and particularly gorgeous grounds.
The 80-room mid-range Hotel Continental is located in the heart of downtown Sorrento and manages to retain Old World Italian charm while providing guests with plenty of modern amenities. Highlights include a big outdoor pool with an adjacent whirlpool tub and plenty of loungers, plus a rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the Gulf of Naples. There's also a private elevator that goes down to a shared beach, plus a buffet breakfast is included in room rates. Rooms are somewhat tight on space, furnished with classic, if a bit plain, decor and minibars.Travelers looking for a hotel with larger rooms may want to consider the Grand Hotel La Favorita, which has similar amenities and particularly gorgeous grounds.
Conveniently located in the center of historic Florence, Hotel Restaurant La Scaletta is within easy walking distance of many landmarks, such as the Ponte Vecchio, which is just a two-minute walk away. The three-pearl property has 36 guest rooms and suites that were renovated in 2014 and feature either classic or modern decor, outfitted with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel also offers a seasonal rooftop restaurant with stunning panoramic views. But travelers should be aware that there are many steps throughout the property, which might pose a challenge for some (La Scaletta translates to "stairs"). Alternatively, there's a tiny ancient elevator, but it only fits two people. For a hotel that offers free breakfast, travelers might want to check out the Palazzo Ruspoli or Albergo Firenze.
Conveniently located in the center of historic Florence, Hotel Restaurant La Scaletta is within easy walking distance of many landmarks, such as the Ponte Vecchio, which is just a two-minute walk away. The three-pearl property has 36 guest rooms and suites that were renovated in 2014 and feature either classic or modern decor, outfitted with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel also offers a seasonal rooftop restaurant with stunning panoramic views. But travelers should be aware that there are many steps throughout the property, which might pose a challenge for some (La Scaletta translates to "stairs"). Alternatively, there's a tiny ancient elevator, but it only fits two people. For a hotel that offers free breakfast, travelers might want to check out the Palazzo Ruspoli or Albergo Firenze.
The Paris Hotel occupies a magnificent 17th-century palace with stunning period details, like elaborate frescoed ceilings, stained glass windows, and stone fountains. Centrally located a few blocks from Florence's Duomo, it's within walking distance of many top sights. With its opulent decor and Old World charm, it’s surprising that this isn't a luxury property, but an affordable mid-range hotel. This grand palace is showing its age though, and some of the furniture and decor is dated. Its 67 rooms vary in size and ambiance, from the widely lavish Presidential Room, to the bare-bones Basic Room. Amenities are limited, though the hotel does provide a free buffet breakfast served in a gorgeous dining room as well as free Wi-Fi. Travelers might also want to consider the Relais Villa Antea, another historic property located in a quiet neighborhood that offers slightly lower rates.
The Paris Hotel occupies a magnificent 17th-century palace with stunning period details, like elaborate frescoed ceilings, stained glass windows, and stone fountains. Centrally located a few blocks from Florence's Duomo, it's within walking distance of many top sights. With its opulent decor and Old World charm, it’s surprising that this isn't a luxury property, but an affordable mid-range hotel. This grand palace is showing its age though, and some of the furniture and decor is dated. Its 67 rooms vary in size and ambiance, from the widely lavish Presidential Room, to the bare-bones Basic Room. Amenities are limited, though the hotel does provide a free buffet breakfast served in a gorgeous dining room as well as free Wi-Fi. Travelers might also want to consider the Relais Villa Antea, another historic property located in a quiet neighborhood that offers slightly lower rates.
The 25-room Hotel Porta Faenza is a mid-range property with a dash of Old World charm. Rooms are tasteful, with classic decor that includes variegated-wood floors, wood furniture, and beamed ceilings. Amenities are a step-up from those at many other three-pearl properties, and include well-stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs with PlayStations, and free Wi-Fi. The lobby lounge has free coffee and drinks on-hand, and a breakfast buffet is included in the room rate. The hotel is about a five-minute walk from the Santa Maria Novella train station and a nine-minute walk from the Dumo, while the Ponte Vecchio is about 15 minutes away on foot. Travelers might want to compare rates with the similar Hotel Azzi.
The 25-room Hotel Porta Faenza is a mid-range property with a dash of Old World charm. Rooms are tasteful, with classic decor that includes variegated-wood floors, wood furniture, and beamed ceilings. Amenities are a step-up from those at many other three-pearl properties, and include well-stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs with PlayStations, and free Wi-Fi. The lobby lounge has free coffee and drinks on-hand, and a breakfast buffet is included in the room rate. The hotel is about a five-minute walk from the Santa Maria Novella train station and a nine-minute walk from the Dumo, while the Ponte Vecchio is about 15 minutes away on foot. Travelers might want to compare rates with the similar Hotel Azzi.
Grand Hotel Villa Medici is a refined, deluxe property set in an elegant 18th-century villa on the edge of Florence, an eight-minute stroll from the main train station and walking distance to most sights. Spa facilities are good and a walled garden with pool is a rarity for a hotel this central. While the renovated, modern rooms are chic and stylish, traditionally styled rooms can feel a little old-fashioned, even dowdy -- though some feature superb rooftop vistas. Those who want a more central location might prefer the Golden Tower Hotel & Spa, which is also luxurious and has a spa.
Grand Hotel Villa Medici is a refined, deluxe property set in an elegant 18th-century villa on the edge of Florence, an eight-minute stroll from the main train station and walking distance to most sights. Spa facilities are good and a walled garden with pool is a rarity for a hotel this central. While the renovated, modern rooms are chic and stylish, traditionally styled rooms can feel a little old-fashioned, even dowdy -- though some feature superb rooftop vistas. Those who want a more central location might prefer the Golden Tower Hotel & Spa, which is also luxurious and has a spa.